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College of Science Community Impact Award March 6, 2024
College of Science Community Impact Award March 6, 2024
This award celebrates individuals for their outstanding contributions to both the UTSA community and COS causes, highlighting their dedication to creating a substantial and positive influence in the broader community. Recipients of this award are honored for their commitment through community engagement and outreach efforts.
I was deeply honored to receive this award, which celebrates individuals for their outstanding contributions to both the UTSA community and the College of Sciences (COS) causes. This recognition highlights the dedication and hard work put forth to create a substantial and positive influence in the broader community.
In March 2024, I was honored to be nominated for several prestigious UTSA Staff Awards, which recognize outstanding work performance and dedication to the university community
Richard S. Howe Service to Undergraduate Students Award
This award recognizes staff who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to UTSA undergraduates. I was nominated for my efforts in supporting and enhancing the undergraduate experience at UTSA.
Leadership Award
This award honors individuals who have advanced departmental and university goals through exceptional leadership, job performance, and the creation of a positive, motivating work environment. My nomination reflects my commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic atmosphere at UTSA.
Extra Mile Award
This award acknowledges individuals with three or more years of continuous service at UTSA who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the university’s success. My nomination highlights my dedication and proactive contributions to UTSA's mission.
Team Spirit Award
My team was nominated for this award, which recognizes a group of employees who excel in fostering collaboration, communication, and cooperation among colleagues within and beyond their department. Our nomination reflects our collective efforts to build a cohesive and supportive team environment.
These nominations are a testament to my commitment to excellence, leadership, and teamwork within the UTSA community.
UTSA Staff Spotlight April 7, 2023
UTSA Staff Spotlight April 7, 2023
I was honored to be featured in UTSA’s “Meet a Roadrunner” series on April 7, 2023, which highlighted my role as an Undergraduate Program Manager in the Department of Integrative Biology. This recognition was incredibly meaningful to me, as it celebrated not only my professional journey but also my commitment to education and personal growth.
Student Recognitions
Student Recognitions
Throughout my career, I have been honored to receive many heartfelt letters, texts, emails and even artwork from students expressing their appreciation and sharing their successes. This form of recognition is the most meaningful to me. I strive to provide a safe and authentic space where students can be their true selves, feel supported, and discover their full potential. My role is to serve and uplift everyone around by leading by example, providing guidance, and inspiring others through storytelling and offering advice. The kind words and creative expressions remind me why I do what I do with so much love and compassion.
Throughout my career, I have been honored to receive many heartfelt letters, texts, emails and even artwork from students expressing their appreciation and sharing their successes. This form of recognition is the most meaningful to me. I strive to provide a safe and authentic space where students can be their true selves, feel supported, and discover their full potential. My role is to serve and uplift everyone around by leading by example, providing guidance, and inspiring others through storytelling and offering advice. The kind words and creative expressions remind me why I do what I do with so much love and compassion.
The National Wildlife Federation: Leadership in Monarch Conservation
The National Wildlife Federation: Leadership in Monarch Conservation
I am honored to have received an award from The National Wildlife Federation for leadership in Monarch conservation through the Alamo Area Monarch Collaborative. As a founding member of this collaborative, I played a pivotal role in providing outreach opportunities for our students and the community. My contributions include the development of a K-3rd grade monarch butterfly outreach program, the creation of a pollinator garden at UTSA, and the certification to operate a skid steer to clear and maintain the garden area. The pollinator garden, built and maintained by our students using upcycled materials donated from UTSA facilities and local community members, serves as a hands-on learning environment promoting conservation and sustainability.
Meet a Roadrunner: Julian Chavez ’15 is helping to protect the monarch butterfly
Meet a Roadrunner: Julian Chavez ’15 is helping to protect the monarch butterfly
When he enrolled at UTSA in 2011 as an undergraduate, a friend made him aware of UTSA’s burgeoning environmental science program.
“She was a part of this internship that just sounded incredible,” he said. “She told me what she was studying and I was amazed because I never thought this was something you could do for a living. I realized this was what I should be doing.”
His faculty mentors helped him gain an internship at the U.S. Forest Service and at the Cibolo Nature Center, where he worked as an outdoor field guide. Additionally, he immersed himself in the UTSA student community, becoming a member of the Green Society, and volunteering for the San Antonio AIDS Foundation.
“There was just this part of me that wanted to contribute to the world around me and try to make it a better place in every way I could,” Chavez said.
I was honored to be featured in UTSA’s “Meet a Roadrunner” series in July 2017, which highlighted my work and achievements in environmental science. This recognition was incredibly meaningful to me, as it celebrated my efforts in monarch butterfly conservation and my role as an educator.
UTSA Commencement CloseUp: Spring 2015
UTSA Commencement CloseUp: Spring 2015
This video is a UTSA commencement CloseUp, a moment I was nominated for in 2015 and featured during the Spring 2015 commencement. I was nominated for this interview, and it was showcased at the Spring 2015 commencement ceremony. It was a mix of excitement and nerves - one of those times when I stepped out of my comfort zone to share a piece of my life with everyone.
In reflecting on this honor, I recognize the profound impact that mentorship has had on my journey. The guidance and support I’ve received have been instrumental in shaping my career and personal development. As a testament to the importance of mentorship, I’d like to introduce an artifact that highlights the role of mentorship in my life. This artifact not only represents my dedication to nurturing others but also underscores the broader significance of mentoring in cultivating the next generation of leaders and conservationists. This artifact includes personal reflections and experiences related to mentorship, demonstrating how guiding others has been a core aspect of my professional and personal growth. It serves as a reminder of the value of giving back and supporting others on their journey, much as I have been supported throughout my own.
A memorable moment from the UTSA Commencements, where I had the privilege of celebrating with my colleagues.
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