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Jack Keefer shares the journey that led him to Laredo and proves that it’s never too late to pursue an education. At 71, the U.S. Army veteran and first-generation student earned his Associate of Arts and delivered the Fall 2025 student address at Laredo College. Raised in Minnesota, Jack was stationed in Okinawa during his military service and later lived in Mexico, where he met his wife and taught English. He is now continuing his education, pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership.
By Laredo CollegeJack Keefer shares the journey that led him to Laredo and proves that it’s never too late to pursue an education. At 71, the U.S. Army veteran and first-generation student earned his Associate of Arts and delivered the Fall 2025 student address at Laredo College. Raised in Minnesota, Jack was stationed in Okinawa during his military service and later lived in Mexico, where he met his wife and taught English. He is now continuing his education, pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership.