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The Civic Tech Scholars program at the Better Futures Institute (BFI) is an internship designed to be a launchpad for emerging talent across San Antonio and South Texas. Designed for students pursuing degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, data analytics, and related fields, the program provides hands-on experience with real-world civic technology projects that address regional challenges.
June 25, 2025
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Announcing the Civic Tech Scholars Summer 2025

The Civic Tech Scholars program at the Better Futures Institute (BFI) is an internship designed to be a launchpad for emerging talent across San Antonio and South Texas. Designed for students pursuing degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, data analytics, and related fields, the program provides hands-on experience with real-world civic technology projects that address regional challenges.

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White Paper: International Trade and Local Development in Laredo, TX. 
The Better Futures Institute has selected Edward A. Romero as the 2024 Better Futures Fellow. Romero, currently serving as the Chief Strategy Officer at Centro San Antonio, brings his extensive experience in community development and public-private partnerships to the new fellowship program.
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Better Futures Institute Names Edward A. Romero as 2024 Fellow
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