Alamo Bridges Launches

Texas A&M University–San Antonio secured a $3 million federal grant to launch Alamo Bridges: Pioneering Workforce Transitions for Texans with Disabilities, a five-year initiative designed to improve school-to-work transitions for young adults with disabilities.  

Funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services, the program will develop a comprehensive training model for vocational transition specialists—professionals who support students as they move into college, vocational programs, and employment. 

Led by principal investigator Dr. Mariya Davis with co-investigators Dr. Eric Lopez and Dr. Gavin Watts, Alamo Bridges will strengthen the pipeline of educators and rehabilitation professionals equipped to empower individuals with disabilities toward meaningful employment and independence. 

“This grant is an incredible opportunity to build something new and impactful for Texas,” Davis said. The project will blend coursework, mentorship, and hands-on fieldwork, ensuring trainees are prepared to meet the needs of diverse communities.