UTRGV VIP Idea Lab

Did you know the world generates over 400 million tons of plastic waste annually? Roughly 40% of the ocean is covered in plastic debris, and scientists warn that at this rate, there will be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2030. That’s why this Earth Day, the focus is on addressing plastic pollution and its harmful impact on our planet.🌎 The academic community, including students and researchers like you, plays a pivotal role in environmental conservation. Your research and education efforts are instrumental in raising awareness among the public and policymakers about the economic, social, and environmental issues we face daily. This Earth Day, let’s create a more sustainable world together! UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and EntrepreneurshipUTRGV VIP Idea Lab family celebrated Earth Day by solving crucial issues regarding how to break our boundaries through art! #earthday #saveourplanet🌍 #reduceplasticwaste #vipidealab #designthinkingworkshop #vsup #rcvcobe #vipidealabfamily #breakingyourboundariesthroughart #togetherstronger Here’s a glimpse of how you can incorporate sustainable practices into your research, making a significant difference in our fight against plastic pollution (Source: editage.com) https://lnkd.in/gjTaW9Gu

What an extraordinary experience to unlock the power of our Connections through the Opening Reception of the Exhibition: Cross Connections 2024! I had the opportunity to meet in person the incredible The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley College of Fine Arts faculty and students who collaborate with UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship UTRGV VIP Idea Lab 💡and the Brownsville Museum Of Fine Art to promote the #VIPIdeaLab Workshop-Breaking Your Boundaries Through #Art-#DesignThinking Immersive Experience on April 19, 2024 at 10:30 am. Also, I was amazed to reconnect with Cecilia Sierra, a UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley alumni who was part of the first #AdoptaStartup Fall 2019 cohort in collaboration with UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center! Recognizing creative UTRGV alumni #Moody app designer was the cherry on top! Congratulations Kyara Valdez! I can't wait to collaborate across disciplines to bring awareness of the importance of #Art to the community and our lives!!! Register now! We have limited spots! #designthinkingworkshop #breakingthrough #Art #collaborationacrossdisciplines https://lnkd.in/gg7jCqjq Consulado De Mexico

🌟 Happy Student Employee Appreciation Week to our incredible UTRGV VIP Idea Lab Ambassador student Dorilee Saycocie and all our amazing The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship UTRGV Office For #Sustainability, UTRGV Engaged Scholarship & Learning, The #Newsroom at UTRGV #RadioVaqueros Student Workers! 🌟 Thank you for your dedication, hardwork, and creativity in making #VIPIdeaLab, #AdoptaStartup, #RCVCOBE, and #UTRGV shine! Your contributions are truly valued! 💼✨🌟💡🤠 Neida Gutierrez Marshall B. Janelle Pérez #AriadnaGallardo Regina Perez Kamel Amanda Alaniz Luis Alvarez #MariannaSalazar Sebastian Melendez Armando Villarreal Ximena Rocha Vanessa Figueroa Jennifer Olivos Regina Perez Kamel Miranda Villegas Jessica Resendez

Dear UTRGV VIP Idea Lab Participants, I am extending my gratitude to all of you for participating in our VIP Idea Lab Workshop-Nurturing Transdisciplinary Excellence in Design Thinking Immersive Experience celebrating National Women's History Month and Doctor’s Week. Your presence and participation filled the event with innovation, inspiration, and boundless energy! Your dedication to sharing your innovative ideas, commitment to solving real problems, and collaborative spirit were the driving forces behind the success of this unique and powerful gathering to foster a cooperative and nurturing environment that promotes constant learning, skill development, personal and professional growth, and success within the healthcare community. Whether you're a student, alumni, faculty member, staff, health professional, industry leader, or entrepreneur, it was great you joined us to hear different perspectives on equipping the healthcare community with a well-rounded skill set, foster their personal and professional development, and prepare them for the high challenges and demands of the healthcare profession. Your collective enthusiasm and support made this event exceptional! We had a fantastic time with vibrant discussions, valuable insights, and productive networking. We are building a strong community of empowered participants solving crucial problems through events like this. We sincerely appreciate Nathalie Chacon, M.D., Ph.D. UT Health RGV, #PrePABrownsvilleSociety, and #FrookApp for their invaluable partnership with #VIPIdeaLab and their commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability to foster our Healthcare community. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to promoting this event UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship Graduate and Professional Programs CEO - UTRGV Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization #CollegeofHealthProfessions, #PrePA, #AdoptaStartupEntrepreneurs, and the participants who gained valuable insights from this interactive experience. Your efforts made a significant impact. I admire your passion, determination, and the incredible spirit you brought to the VIP Idea Lab. Let's continue to inspire and empower each other as we embark on this Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship journey together to transform the value of our community. If you were inspired to spark new ideas and were equipped with valuable skills for future endeavors, please help VIP Idea Lab to empower others. 📣Following Workshop Details: VIP Idea Lab Workshop: #BreakingYourBoundariesthroughArt 🩰🏰🎭🎨🖼🎤🎶🎵 In Partnership with the Brownsville Museum Of Fine Art and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley College of Fine Art 📅 Date: Friday, April 19, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM -1:00 PM (Food will be provided) 📍UTRGV CIC Room 2.220 307 E. Railroad St. Weslaco, TX Register: https://lnkd.in/gg7jCqjq HAVE A BLESSED EASTER 🐣 🙏🏻 ✨️

See you soon at the UTRGV VIP Idea Lab Workshop-Nurturing Transdisciplinary Excellence in-Design Thinking Immersive Experience!! We have a VIP Idea Lab full house with incredible participants: students, alumni, faculty, staff, entrepreneurs & innovators in the Healthcare industry and across disciplines ready to unleash their creativity to solve crucial issues in our community!!! #designthinkingworkshop #Innovation #Transdisciplinaryskilldevelopment #creativity The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship Graduate and Professional Programs UT Health RGV UTRGV College of Health Professionals

I am deeply honored and humbled to be a recipient of the 4th Annual Hispanic Women Making History Awards. Joining the ranks of such extraordinary women, who exemplify leadership, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to our community, is truly a highlight of my career. I deeply appreciate the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas (HWNT) for this recognition and your dedication to highlighting the achievements of Hispanic women who strive to make a difference. This award is not only a personal honor but a tribute to the collective effort of all those who have supported and believed in my endeavors to contribute positively to our community and empower women to foster an inclusive and diverse entrepreneurship ecosystem. I look forward to continuing to serve and advocate for our community's sustainable growth and well-being, inspired by the incredible women who have been recognized before me and alongside me. I’m blessed to have walked this journey with incredible mentors, colleagues, students, partners, entrepreneurs, family, friends, and incredible angels who supported me through the challenging times and continue offering me their honest friendship to go on in this mission to transform lives. Let us keep working together to create a more inclusive, empowered, and progressive future for all. Thank you once again for this incredible honor! Special thanks to Magdalena Aguinaga for nominating me! I'm beyond grateful. #iwd2024womenleadingtheway #empoweringwomen The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship UTRGV Office For #Sustainability UTRGV VIP Idea Lab #CEOUTRGV #AdoptaStartupFamily UTRGV College of Engineering & Computer Science UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center UTRGV Center for Innovation and Commercialization - CIC Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation UTRGV Engaged Scholarship & Learning UTRGV COLTT - Center for Online Learning and Teaching Technology #WFN UT UTRGV Student Success Graduate and Professional Programs UTRGV Division of Research UTRGV Professional Education & Workforce Development U.S. Small Business Administration eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization FEMCITY® VentureWell The Lemelson Foundation Women in BizEd International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center Brownsville Chamber of Commerce Proyecto Juan Diego, Inc. UTRGV Professional Education & Workforce Development UTRGV School of Accountancy