This Is The Panhandle

In this inspiring episode, Broc Carter sits down with Filiberto Avila—known to many as Fili—a Spearman, Texas native currently wrapping up a Fulbright fellowship in Madrid, Spain. Fili shares his incredible journey from growing up in a rural Panhandle town to becoming student body president at West Texas A&M University, participating in the Rogers LEAD program, and ultimately teaching university-level students in Spain. Fili reflects on: His academic and leadership experiences at WTAMU The impact of the Rogers LEAD program and student government Helping launch the Market on Tierra Blanca food pantry in Canyon Life and learning in Madrid as a Fulbright Fellow Teaching international students and promoting cultural exchange Why he’s returning home to teach high school English in Spearman His dreams of serving in the U.S. Foreign Service This conversation is a testament to the power of small-town roots, public service, and global perspective. Fili’s story is a reminder that great things can st