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IWA Mass Celebrates Dr. Hector's Legacy

Posted by · October 05, 2022 6:05 AM

The third Wednesday of September is the official state recognition day for Dr. Hector P. Garcia.

IWA was honored to hold a special Elementary and Middle Level Mass to honor his legacy.

Dr. Hector P. Garcia's daughter, Cecilia Garcia-Akers '70 and his son-in-law, Jim Akers,

attended the Mass along with family members and board members of the

Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation. Fr. John Gaffney served as celebrant and

reminded us of Dr. Hector P. Garcia's significant contributions in the areas of justice,

education and health.

Cecilia and Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation board members presented a check

for $2,000 to the IWA Investing in Excellence tuition assistance program at the end of Mass.

Cecilia also took time to visit with the fifth and eighth grade classes after Mass to

teach them more about how her father advocated for change.

Images courtesy of IWA

Here is a link with the complete Memorial Mass for Dr. Hector P. Garcia

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TAMUCC creates Dr. Hector play

Posted by · September 24, 2022 1:02 PM

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has created a play based on the life of Dr. Hector P. Garcia. The play,“House Bill 3979 Amendment #10: The Life and Works of Dr. Hector P. Garcia” was written by Latina playwright Iraisa Ann Reilly. You will thoroughly enjoy this unique play about a true South Texas Hero.

Performances were Sept. 27, through Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Warren Theatre. The students and all involved with this unique play did an amazing job paying tribute to Civil Rights Icon, Dr. Hector P. Garcia.

Excerpt from the play :

Photos courtesy of TAMUCC

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Remembering Dr. Hector P. Garcia

Posted by · September 20, 2022 8:02 AM

As we observe Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize those individuals who have made a difference in our communities. Dr. Hector P. Garcia led the way for civil rights justice so much so, that his impact continues to be felt to this day. We appreciate organizations like KiiiTV that help keep Dr. Hector's legacy alive!

Please click this link for the KiiiTV story

https://www.kiiitv.com/video/news/local/hispanic-heritage-month-the-life-and-legacy-of-dr-hector-p-garcia-through-his-daughters-eyes/503-583a88fb-599a-41c2-927b-2b6daab1eb82?fbclid=IwAR21gsQd9ectO6D0YWRvXLTOWiGmcNTN3Blmi1mOiKuyDzIIPIEbts35sHo

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