Local High School Students Explore Career Opportunities at TSTC's TechXperience Day

On March 22, Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Fort Bend County, Texas, held TechXperience Day. This event, organized by Shirin Purnell, TSTC’s senior enrollment officer, aimed to familiarize high school students with the college and its technical programs. Over 700 students from 17 local high schools attended, touring the campus in groups guided by TSTC staff and faculty.

The students received brief overviews of each program and were invited to ask questions. Many students, mainly juniors and seniors, had specific programs in mind. The Diesel Equipment Technology program was notably popular.

TechXperience Day aimed to provide high school students with a realistic view of life at TSTC and potential career paths. They received information about salary, work hours, and program duration to aid their future decisions. Provost Bryan Bowling stressed the importance of a comprehensive college experience, noting the competitive wages, technical skills, and enjoyable aspects of studying at TSTC.

Purnell considered the event successful, highlighting TSTC's dedication to offering diverse learning opportunities and promoting higher education. The event also marked the upcoming summer and fall registration for current and new TSTC students, starting on March 25 and April 8.

For more details about Texas State Technical College and its programs, visit tstc.edu.

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