student success

We Play a Vital Role Supporting Our Students

As we approach the end of the academic year and look forward to the upcoming holidays, let’s commit to ensuring that Vista students are well-prepared for spring registration. This way, they can enjoy their break without the added stress of late registration. Each of us plays a vital role in supporting our students’ success. By

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage at Vista

On the heels of Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, established by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, Northwest Vista College is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with memorable events and programs. Defined in Title V of the Higher Education Act, Hispanic-Serving Institutions like Vista have a full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment made up of at least 25% Hispanic

Record Number of Parents Attend Information Session

By Steven Rocha NVC Coordinator of Student Success The Northwest Vista College Admissions Office hosted its fourth annual Parent/Support Person Session on March 2 in the Palmetto Center for the Arts. The theater was filled with team members who were ready to provide support for parents, support persons, and prospective NVC students. Parents/support persons attended

New Interim Dean of Student Success – Dr. Yolanda Reyes Guevara

Congratulations to Dr. Yolanda “Yolo” Reyes Guevara, who begins her new role as Northwest Vista College’s interim dean of Student Success effective on November 7. Yolo has spent the last 17 years preparing for this opportunity. She began her career in higher education at Palo Alto College as a recruiter/advisor and has served in various capacities throughout her career in higher education including director

Taking a Hospitality Approach to Helping Students

Erika Prosper Nirenberg is not only the First Lady of San Antonio, she’s also director of customer insights for H-E-B. She recently visited Northwest Vista College’s Student Success to have a conversation about how H-E-B switched from a customer service mentality to instead focus on hospitality. Nirenberg also spoke at the recent National Council for Marketing &

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Graciela Sanchez and Bridget Torres

Graciela Sanchez Student Success Advising Team Support Specialist Graciela Sanchez was recently nominated Northwest Vista College Employee of the Month at the September Bragging Breakfast meeting. Her colleagues said she has a great attitude. She is always very positive and is always willing to go the extra mile for her team and students. Graciela is