Class members gather for a group photo with Chairman Gene Wu.
Photos
Leadership,
in the moment.
Authentic moments from the Leadership Tejas experience—learning, exploring, connecting, and growing together.
Civic leadership & learning.
Published photographs from legislative briefings, courtroom visits, and the learning experience.
Chairman Wu engaging the class in a discussion on legislative issues impacting the Latino community at multiple levels.
Class participant Dr. Judith Canales with Justice Gisela D. Triana.
Texas State Representative and Democratic Caucus Chairman Gene Wu briefs the class on the recently concluded Legislative Session.
Justice Gisela D. Triana briefing the class on current events and their relevance to the U.S. Constitution.
Jonathan Olvera poses for a photo during a tour of the Court of Criminal Appeals courtroom.
Leadership Tejas participants review key documents and get acquainted with the program curriculum
Justice Triana (center) poses with the Leadership Tejas cohort for a group photo.
Lunch break at Austin’s legendary hole-in-the-wall Tex-Mex chili spot, established in 1976.
Double Trouble : Emiliano Valencia and Dalila Mancha
Emiliano joins the fight for Mexican Independence—but whose side is he really on?
Texas State Representative Lulu Flores delivers a presentation to the Leadership Tejas class in the historic Supreme Court courtroom at the Texas State Capitol.
Leadership Tejas participant Joao Rendon dons judicial robes for a photo opportunity.
Texas Third Court of Appeals Justice D. Gisela Triana speaks with the Leadership cohort about leadership and the judicial system.
Texas State Representative Lulu Flores poses with members of the Leadership Tejas after her presentation.
Emiliano Valencia, pictured in judicial robes, during the opening session of Leadership Tejas Class II.
Across Texas. Together.
Adventure learning, industry visits, road trips, and shared experiences from the original program gallery.
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.
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