Space does not permit me to honor all the TC professors who positively influenced my life, but if I had to make a short list, it would include Dr. Smith and Professors Varner and Sorsby.

Dr. Smith and Professor Varner pushed me way out of my comfort zone and showed me I was capable of learning and thinking in ways I’d never imagined. Honestly, every course I ever took after – including law school – was easier as a result.

Professor Sorsby was a tremendously influential writing mentor. Thirty years later I still quote her, and for good reason.

Both my parents got their starts at TC, and I knew as soon as I transferred to a big school after two years that I was not going to be getting the level of quality attention that I’d become used to. Fortunately, because of the solid start I got at TC, I didn’t need as much attention.

I honestly cannot imagine doing it any other way, and if I had, I do not believe my education would have gone as well.

Keith Upson

Current City: Naples, Florida
Current Employer: The Upson Law Group, P.L.

90 Years of Proven Success

To celebrate Texarkana College’s 90 years, we’ve asked our alumni and friends to share their stories about how TC has made an impact on their lives. We’d love to hear your story, too—you can submit it here!

In honor of TC’s 90 years, we’re asking our supporters to donate $90 in our $90 for 90 Campaign to support the TC Presidential Scholarship. Learn more.