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Feb. 10, 2017
College Hour gets students 'back in the groove' By Gloria Gibbs Opinion Editor
The campus isn’t the only thing getting a make-over. The Associated Students of Delta College (ASDC) is looking to revamp campus life with a series of College Hour events on campus this semester. “Every month on the third Thursday of the month we have a college hour which is-with the student’s activity fee, students pay a $10 fee and with that money we post different college hours, so that’s every third Thursday of the month, it includes entertainment, food and sometimes we give out giveaways - it's just to promote campus life,” said Christina Arcos, vice president of student affairs. When students buy a Mustang Pass or student identification, they are buying their way into future College Hour events. “A student ID is not just a student ID. With your student ID you pay $10, your $10 dollars is really worth it every third Thursday of the month you get free food, and then you get discounts to many things-many stores we have a list of stores that you can use your student ID for discounts,” said Loren Mijares, senator of legislative affairs.
Students can purchase Mustang passes on the first floor of the Shima building in room 101F. College Hour in the past only offered free food or entertainment to the Mustang Pass holders in the quad area. “As students see the bigger things we can do they want to get the Mustang Pass,” said Arcos. Back in the Groove was the theme for the first College Hour. The event was held in Danner Hall unlike previous events that have been held in the quad. ASDC kicked off the first college hour of the semester on Jan. 26th at 12:30 p.m. with live music from acoustic duo Beth // James in Danner Hall. Beth // James whose real names are Jordan and Mikaela are an alternative indie folk duo from Austin. The two of them heard about college hour while performing at a National Association for campus activities (NACA) conference in Ontario, California. The duo performed original music along with covering popular hit songs such as “Love on Top” by Beyoncé and “Stay with Me” by Sam Smith. “The covers we choose to play are always songs we love. We always want to put our own spin on it and make it our
Beth // James perform in Danner Hall during ASDC's first college hour. PHOTO COURTESY OF KEVIN ALEXANDER LOPEZ
own” said Mikaela from Beth // James. There was also free soup and sandwiches provided to all students, not just Mustang Pass holders, while supplies lasted. Mustang Passes will be required to get the food at future college hour events. The next College Hour will be Feb. 16 at 12:30 p.m. “The college tries to focus from the
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays as college hour so they don’t have as many classes during those times,” said Arcos. The next College Hour theme is a surprise. “Next month is gonna be really good so everyone should come out,” said Mijares when asked what students could expect at the next college hour.
Perks for Mustang Pass holder go beyond campus By Zachary Vera Senior Staff Writer
The Associated Students of Delta College (ASDC) are offering savings and perks with a purchase of a campus identification card for $10. The Mustang Pass is an official Delta College ID card which allows students instant
access to free campus events, promotional giveaways and services and discounts at the bookstore and cafeteria. “The Mustang Pass helps a lot despite the $10 fee with the various businesses offering discounts, the card pays itself off quickly,” says Dustin Weyand student pass holder. The pass serves as a form of
identification to take your exams and placement tests and also verifies your enrollment at Delta College. Mustang Pass holders are eligible for discounts at local businesses and establishments locally including: Apple, Subway, Wienerschnitzel, Mountain Mike's Pizza, Peet’s Coffee, Casa Flores and online at
Amazon Prime. To receive your Mustang Pass, bring your class schedule and receipt to the ASDC office, Shima 101F during regular office hours. Mustang Passes are issued the same day. Take full advantage of what the Mustang Pass has to offer. Learn more about the Mus-
tang Pass visit: deltacollege. edu/org/asdc/discountcardprogram.html Check out the list of stores and restaurants as well as details on how the Mustang Pass can save you on great food and products around town and online at: deltacollege.edu/ org/asdc/images/mustangpassdiscountposter.jpg
Scholarship opportunities more accessible than thought By Analese Najera Senior Staff Writer
There are a variety of scholarships available for incoming and transferring students to help you save money.
GO TO WEBSITES San Joaquin Delta College If you go to the school website, deltacollege.edu, on the home page somewhere near the bottom there is a scholarship page that you click on and it'll show you more information about scholarships. Students can apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 school year now through March 2 (CHECK THIS). The College Board Visit collegeboard.com and type in your information, and it will match you with scholarships you qualify for, you need to make an account in order to fill scholarship apps out.
SCHOLARSHIPS BY MAJOR Gates Millennium Scholars
Amount: Varies Qualifications: “This scholarship provides outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Between 2000 and 2014, the average award was $12,785, and students may apply for a graduate school continuation.” Source: deltacollege.edu Judy Mann DiStefano Memorial Scholarship Major: Women’s Studies Amount: $2,000 Qualifications: “Undergraduate or graduate students in women studies at Oregon State University can apply for this scholarship. Applicants will be judged on academic achievement, commitment to feminist ideals, community activism and financial need.” Source: deltacollege.edu Generation Google Scholarship Major: Computer Science or Computer Engineering Amount: Not specified
Qualifications: "Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, demonstrate a passion for computer science and technology, be a high academic achiever, and be of an underrepresented heritage, including African American, Native American, Hispanic or female." Source: deltacollege.edu GE Funds LULAC Scholarship Program Major: Business or Engineering Amount: $5,000 Qualifications: "Students of any minority background can apply for this scholarship as long as they are sophomores through seniors in college. The scholarship has been developed to help minority students in completing their education particularly if they want to pursue a career in business or engineering." Source: deltacollege.edu
SCHOLARSHIPS BY ETHINCITY HSF General College Scholarship Deadline: March Amount: $500 to $5,000 Qualifications: “Hispanic students
who are enrolled or planning to enroll in a four-year institution the following fall. Outgoing high school seniors must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or better; undergraduates, graduate students, and community college transfer students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA.” Source: bestcolleges.com Anthony A. Welmas Scholarship Amount: $1,000 Qualifications: "Applicants must be pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited public school or a tribal college or university and be of Native American or Alaskan Indian heritage and have at least a 3.0 grade-point average." Source: deltacollege.edu Islamic Scholarship Fund Amount: Not specified Qualifications: "Numerous scholarship are available to Muslims or active members of the Muslim community. Applicants must have a 3.0 grade-point average to qualify, be enrolled in an ISF-approved major and enrolled in an accredited university." Source: deltacollege.edu