CCISD Board President Dolly Trolley discusses her passion for education, her commitment to students, and her plans to strengthen the district’s future. She shares insights on leadership, community engagement, and the challenges of guiding a large public school system. It’s an inspiring look at what it means to lead with purpose.

Patty Clark, CEO of Corpus Christi Metro Ministries, shares the compassion and determination that fuel the organization’s mission. She talks about serving vulnerable populations, building programs that restore dignity and the emotional strength required to lead with empathy. It’s a moving portrait of service rooted in humanity.

State Rep. Chairman Todd Hunter and DMC President Dr. Mark Escamilla share candid stories of leadership, perseverance and navigating the complexities of Texas politics. They reflect on public service, higher education and the grit required to advocate for the Coastal Bend. It’s a conversation full of insight, experience and behind‑the‑scenes perspective.

The following video includes excerpts from remarks delivered during the ArcelorMittal Texas HBI's Plaque Unveiling on July 13, 2026 in the Millwright Lab on the Windward Campus of Del Mar College (DMC). Speakers include Matthew Busby, Vice President of Development & Donor Advising/Executive Director of the DMC Foundation; Dr. Michael Spitz, CEO of ArcelorMittal Texas HBI; Dr. Mark Escamilla, DMC President and CEO; Sandra Alvarez, DMC Foundation Board of Trustees President; and Dan Anderson, DMC Assistant Professor of Industrial Machining Applied Technology and Millwright.

Stephanie Jordan, President & CEO of the United Way of the Coastal Bend, shares how the organization strategically supports families, strengthens neighborhoods and fills critical gaps in local services. She explains the careful coordination, partnerships and compassion that make United Way a cornerstone of community improvement. It’s a thoughtful look at impact behind the scenes.

In this edition of "In the Spotlight," Oso Creek Campus Librarian Gary Pack and Barth Learning Resources Center Librarian Dr. Lisa Muilenburg provide an overview of each library's services and features.

Veterans Memorial High School Principal Scott Walker and DMC’s Conrado Garcia discuss the new era of dual enrollment programs reshaping education in the Coastal Bend. They highlight how these pathways accelerate student success, reduce college costs and open doors to careers earlier than ever. Their conversation shows how collaboration between high schools and colleges is changing lives.

Estevan Guerra, CEO of the Corpus Christi Community Center, explains what it takes to breathe new life into a long‑standing institution. He shares the challenges of rebuilding trust, designing programs that matter, and creating a space where people feel welcome and engaged. It’s a behind‑the‑scenes look at community leadership in action.

DMC graduate Elizabeth Pacheco and Professor Corando Gallegos share a deeply personal conversation about the Environmental & Petrochemical Lab Tech Program and how it transformed Elizabeth’s life. They discuss the program’s rigorous training, real‑world applications and the confidence it instills in students seeking stable, meaningful careers. It’s a story of education opening doors and reshaping futures.

DMC Professors Laura Bienek and Diego Diaz share how the college’s blossoming architecture program is preparing students for a competitive, creative and ever‑evolving field. They talk design thinking, hands‑on learning and the formula for excelling as an architect today. Their conversation paints a picture of a program built on innovation and opportunity.