Leadership Tejas cohort poses before a five-hour canoe trip down the Rio Grande.

Paddling up to the Operation Lone Star buoys along the Texas-Mexico border for a closer look.

Group photo at the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum in Midland, Texas.

Taking in the view from the Port Authority building in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Group photo taken before boarding the historic WWII aircraft carrier, the USS Lexington.

Arturo Martinez in conversation with Cecilia García Akers, daughter of Dr. Hector P. Garcia.

Class in Midland, Texas: Students gain firsthand knowledge of the oil and gas industry, central to the region’s economy.

Andrea Kosar-Segovia on Road Trips: Andrea enjoys a Happy Meal on the road, showing how simple joys make the trip.

Fresh Seafood Ordering Teamwork: The group collaborates to choose fresh seafood, highlighting teamwork even in dining.

Leadership Tejas at Dr. Hector P. Flores Statue: The cohort gathers for a group shot in front of the statue honoring Dr. Hector P. Flores.

Navigating the Rio Grande: Canoeing past the iconic border buoys, the group tackles the challenging waters of the Rio Grande.

“Are We There Yet?”: Elisabeth's patience is truly tested after waiting through two exhausting hours of a five-hour canoe journey ahead of her.

Outfitter’s River Briefing: The outfitter prepares the class for their river expedition, setting expectations for the journey.

B-25 Mitchell Bomber Photo: Participants pose in front of the historic B-25 Mitchell, honoring WWII aviation history.

Say hello to Leadership Tejas’ unique take on the legendary trio: Maverick, Goose, and Ice Man, ready to lead with style!

Elizabeth’s Brainstorming Session: Elizabeth leads a creative brainstorming exercise to spark collaboration.

Midland Photo Op: The group captures a moment with Midland’s iconic oil drilling rigs in the background.

Arturo’s Class Shirt Design: Arturo proudly shows off the class shirts featuring his custom logo design.

Ruben’s Unique Perspective: Ruben, a class favorite, from the RGV adds a fresh and insightful viewpoint to the class experience.