1994 - Vision of "Vista" Established In 1994, World Savings donated 111.9 acres and Alamo Colleges purchased 25.5 acres for $217,000. The Alamo Colleges Board of Trustees approved the establishment of the fourth college on April 18, 1995. The name of Northwest Vista College was approved by the Alamo College Board of Trustees on June 20, 1995. The name was chosen from 258 name ideas submitted by community residents.
1995 - First 12 Students Began Classes First 12 students began classes on August 28, 1995. Classes were offered at several locations including Alamo Colleges district office near downtown San Antonio, Southwest Research Institute, St. Rose of Lima Church and Northside Independent School District (NISD) sites.
Number of students: 12
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