Greater Texas Foundation Islander Scholars Program
About Us
The Greater Texas Foundation Islander Scholars Program (GTF) supports program participants in their transition from early college high school to the island university and provides supports such as academic, social integration, financial wellness and personalized peer coaching.
Success within Reach
Our Vision: To create a future where every Early College High School graduate is fully equipped with the tools, support, and resilience needed to transition seamlessly to TAMU-CC, excel academically, and achieve their bachelor's degrees.
Our Mission: The GTF Islander Scholars Program is committed to empowering Early College High School graduates by providing comprehensive academic, social, financial, and emotional support through personalized peer coaching and holistic programming, fostering their success as they navigate the transition to TAMU-CC and complete their bachelor's degrees.
Meet Our Team:
Marissa Morales (Guerra), M.Ed.
Program Coordinator
361.825.4017 (Office)
GSSC 146
Marissa.guerra@tamucc.edu
Aracely Hernandez
Lead Peer Coach & Data Entry Specialist
Major: Nursing
Graduates: May 2026
Ahernandez263@islander.tamucc.edu
Leah Dean
Peer Coach & Social Media Marketer
Major: Sociology
Graduates: Fall 2025
ldean@islander.tamucc.edu
Laramie Dearing
Peer Coach
Graduates: Fall 2025
ldearing@islander.tamucc.edu
Nieves Pedraza
Peer Coach
Graduates: Spring 2027
npedraza@islander.tamucc.edu