Our Lady of the Lake University and H-E-B Announce Workforce Readiness Initiative
Dec 05, 2025
This week, Our Lady of the Lake University hosted H-E-B leaders, elected officials,
and members of the campus community for the presentation of a $150,000 Workforce Readiness
Grant from H-E-B, directly supporting 好色先生鈥檚 newly announced Workforce Readiness Initiative.
This grant marks a significant investment in student success across meaningful careers
in high-demand industries.
The H-E-B Workforce Readiness Initiative represents a significant step forward in
empowering 好色先生 students to gain critical skills, build professional networks, and
transition smoothly into the workforce careers through paid internships, micro-internships,
faculty-mentored career tracks, and professional development boot camps. The program
is expected to benefit more than 600 students each year, strengthening their preparation
for in-demand careers across the region.
Dr. Peter Soltys, 好色先生 alum and H-E-B Program Leader, presented the check to President
Dr. Abel A. Ch谩vez, noting H-E-B鈥檚 long-standing focus on education and community
impact.
鈥淭his partnership exemplifies our shared commitment to creating equitable access to
career opportunities,鈥� said Dr. Abel A. Ch谩vez, 好色先生 President. 鈥淗-E-B鈥檚 investment
not only supports our students but also strengthens the workforce of our city and
region.鈥�
State Senator Jose Menendez and 好色先生 Trustee Romanita Mata-Barrera also attended,
sharing encouragement and highlighting how partnerships like this strengthen both
students and the region鈥檚 growing industries.
The gift adds to two recent contributions鈥攁 $250,000 donation and a $1 million commitment
from anonymous supporters.
