DISTINGUISHED STUDENT SCHOLARS Andrea Alarcón College of Arts & Sciences Born and raised in Laredo, Andrea is the daughter of Martin Vidal and Christina Lamar Alarcón. She graduated from United High School in 2020. Today, she earns a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in English, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA. While a student at TAMIU, Andrea worked at the Academic Center for Excellence, where she guided and tutored students in their writing assignments and proficiency. Andrea was also a student news reporter for the TAMIU-KLRN Studio newscast partnership with KLRN Public Television. This fall, she interned at the United Independent School District‘s Public Relations Department. At TAMIU, Andrea was a recipient of the TAMIU Discovery Award and STARS Scholarship. Upon graduation, she plans to continue her education at The University of Texas in Austin and obtain a Master’s degree in Media Studies. Andrea’s professional goal is to pursue a career in public relations. Briana Janaye Alba University College The daughter of Esteban and Yvonne Alba, Briana Janaye Alba was born in Laredo and grew up with pride in nearby Encinal. She attended Cotulla High School and today earns a Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies, with an emphasis in Education, Liberal Arts, and Sociology, and graduating Magna Cum Laude with a 3.8 GPA. As a first-generation student, Briana has demonstrated remarkable diligence and devotion -- working full-time as a first-grade teacher while pursuing her studies as a full-time student commuting from Encinal to TAMIU. Upon graduation, Briana intends to continue her career and further her impact on students. Her long-term goal is to pursue a master’s degree in education and become a Curriculum and Instruction Specialist. Emily Paola Lujano College of Education Originally from Laredo, Emily is the daughter of Martin and Martha Lujano. She attended J.W. Nixon High School. Today, she earns a Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education and Teaching with a Bilingual Emphasis, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 3.9 GPA. While a student at TAMIU, Emily was a member of the Bilingual Education Student Organization and TAMIU Honors Program and participated in community service at local elementary schools. She received a scholarship from the D.D. Hachar Honors Program, the STARS Scholarship, and was a recipient of the Honors Program Medallion. Upon graduation, Emily plans to earn her Master of Science in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Curriculum and Instruction and begin her professional career as an elementary bilingual classroom teacher. Her goal is to continuously grow in her career and to care for, inspire, and love her students and those in her professional and personal life.
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