The Southwest Technology Center Foundation has proudly awarded $15,500 in scholarships to 29 deserving students enrolled in technical programs for the Spring 2025 semester. These scholarships help ease the financial burden of training and education, allowing students to stay focused on their career goals.
“We are incredibly proud to support these students as they work toward better futures,” said David Braddock, Southwest Tech Foundation Chair. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors and community partners, we’re able to continue making a real difference in students’ lives.”
Spring 2025 scholarship recipients include:
Aviation
Rubi Alvarado, Victoria Cano, Byron Ford, Jared Hawkins, Danica Hubert, Bradley Martin, Blake Moss, and Ryan Rogers
Business and Computer Technology
Sofia Gonzalez
Construction Trades
Katherine Day and Nathan Self
Cosmetology
Shydae Aguirre, Jenny Martinez, and Destinie Wood
Practical Nursing
Jennifer Birmingham, Naomi Cervantez, Charsy Johnson, Kaylin Lowe, Sydney Lucio, Gisela Maldonado, Bentia Padron, Lauren Peace, Jessica Ramierez, Maggie Rodriguez, Chelsea Swanson, Sarah Villines, Emily Wilson, Stormi Wynn, and Perla Zuniga Perez
Metal Fabrication
Starr Duarte
Scholarship funding is made possible through private donations and fundraising events hosted by the Southwest Tech Foundation.
Save the Date: Annual Golf Tournament Returns May 28
The Southwest Tech Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Wednesday, May 28, at the Western Heritage Golf Club (formerly The Greens of Altus). This event raises funds to provide scholarships and support services for Southwest Tech students throughout the year.
Sponsorship opportunities and team registration are now open. For more information, or to reserve your spot, contact Jill Lazenby at (580) 477-2250 or jlazenby@swtech.edu.
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