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‘Bathroom bill’ could affect students Escamilla: Proposed Senate bill may have implications for DMC Natalie Murphy nmurphy@foghornnews.com

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Protesters stand outside the Holiday Inn where a Republican dinner party was being held March 9.

The Texas Legislature is considering Senate Bill 6, commonly known as the bathroom bill, as part of this year’s legislative session.

The bill, if passed, would require people to use the bathroom that matches their “biological sex” as determined by their birth certificate.

“Senate Bill 6, should it move forward in its present form, could

have administrative and financial implications for the college,” said Del Mar President Mark Escamilla.

The bill passed through the Senate Affairs Committee with favorable results.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has been an active supporter of the proposed bill. In recent weeks he has rallied members of the religious community around himself and the bill.

According to a statement on Patrick’s website, “(SB6) ensures that businesses have the freedom to determine their own bathroom policies and that no public school can institute a bathroom policy that allows boys to go in girls restrooms, showers and locker rooms and girls to go in boys

restrooms, showers and locker rooms.”

Many businesses around the state are not happy with the proposed legislation leading to concern over the economic ramifications if the bill passes.

“After having watched the debacle in North Carolina, it is shocking that the lieutenant governor would be so intent on pursuing SB6,” said Rebecca Robertson, legal director of the ACLU of Texas, on the group’s website.

“It’s unnecessary, discriminatory and inconsistent with the constitutional value of equal protection for all. And that’s to say nothing of (See BATHROOMS on Page 3)

FBI taps Abarca for post

Professor to lead Coastal Bend Special Interest Group Colby Farr cfarr@foghornnews.com

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Sam Johnson has been cutting hair on the Northside since 1953, giving him the chance to witness Hillcrest’s history in the making. With the Harbor Bridge replacement project, Sam is prepared for the coming changes; however, he is glad that he lived his life in Hillcrest.

The rise and fall of Hillcrest A once booming community is now holding onto threads

classes on campus.

Drive around the Northside now, and you will be hard pressed to find a thriving business.

“Residents with the financial ability to move Travis Pettis out of Northside started to move out the tpettis@foghornnews.com neighborhood and move to other communiYou’re going to get two things before you ties,” Johnson said. walk out of Sam’s Barber Shop. First, you’re The next major change was during the going to hear “the good news,” 1960s through 1970s, with the and second, you’re going to get building of Interstate 37 going BUILT ON a great haircut. right through the neighborThe rust-red building locathood.

UNCERTAINTY ed in the middle of Hillcrest “In the 19 century quite ofhas long been a hotspot for the This semester the Foghorn ten railroad lines were used News will run a series of community. to divide neighborhoods and “Thank you Lord for giving reports on the people communities along racial and us another day on this earth,” affected by the Harbor ethnics lines,” said James Klein, says Sam Johnson, also known Bridge replacement associate professor of history at as Sam the Barber. Johnson is project.

Del Mar College, “and in 20 centhe owner of Sam’s Barber Shop tury it was interstate highway. and has been cutting hair on You can see it in Chicago, Atlanthe Northside since 1953. He has seen all the ta and even in corpus Christi.” changes — from the good to the bad.

The residents who didn’t have the financial “During the ’50s and ’60s businesses were ability to move out became stuck between booming,” Johnson said. the refineries, I-37 and the port. They became Desegregation began in the 1950s and blocked off from the rest of the city and forgotslowly through time the community started ten. falling apart.

“It seems to me that the city has intention- Environmental issues caused by refineries During this time Del Mar College allowed its ally or unintentionally really forgotten that have rendered orange trees practically inedfirst African-American students to start taking (See BRIDGE on Page 3) ible, according to Hillcrest residents.

Del Mar College’s David Abarca continues to climb the ladder of success, being recruited by the FBI to lead a special interest group for the Coastal Bend.

Abarca, who has been teaching computer science at Del Mar College for 15 years, was asked by the FBI to lead the Coastal Bend Special Interest Group, a branch of Houston’s Infragard chapter.

“Being selected by the FBI, being asked by them to lead this group is a bit of a natural progression,” Abarca said.

Infragard is a partnership between the FBI and the private sector, working with businesses, academic institutions and law enforcement to share intelligence and information to prevent hostile attacks against the U.S. Infragard has 84 chapters with 54,000 members across the nation.

A b a r c a’s history with cybersecurity began in the late ’80s, David Abarca working for has taught at Del IBM. Abarca Mar College for specialized 15 years. in protecting computer data from disasters and recovering the data if needed.

“In the early days, we didn’t have to worry about anyone stealing computers,” Abarca said jokingly. “The main concern (was) securing the data, being sure it was backed up and if there was a disaster the data would be able to be recovered and restored.”

Abarca eventually went into consulting, giving him the opportunity to meet with people around the area. He was playing golf when his playing partner

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Texas continues to push abstinence-only education

Texas ranked 5th in teen pregnancy rates for past several years Mia Estrada Collegiate High School

“When I first told my parents I was pregnant, they were upset about it and some stuff happened so I cried for three days straight and didn’t go to school,” said Miranda Nava, 17, a junior at Collegiate High School.

As Nava would walk down the hall, she always noticed familiar faces staring at her. She felt shamed.

“When I started showing, everybody just stared and people

would literally call me fat,” Nava said.

Along with schoolwork, Nava could hardly keep up with her courses.

“It’s hard to focus knowing my baby isn’t with me or after school when I do homework I attend to him first.”

With the years passing, the state of Texas has seen less sex education and more teen pregnancy.

High school students are receiving very little to no instructions on healthy decisions. According to the Texas Freedom Network, there has been an 83 percent increase in abstinence-only or no sexual education in Texas schools.

Texas ranked fifth highest in

teen pregnancy in 2015, and teens 15-19 reached 41 births per 1,000 females. Texas has decreased since the report in 2011, when it had 63 births per 1,000 females.

Texas is still ranked fifth highest in teen pregnancy rates. Here in the Nueces County, the rating for teen pregnancy is 60.9 per 1,000 females.

A recent study by the Texas Freedom Network showed that a quarter of Texas schools no longer taught sex education in classrooms during the 2015-16 school year.

State law mandates schools to highlight abstinence, but the law ultimately leaves choice on how the school district uses its content

TEEN PREGNANCY RATES, AGES 15-19

63 in 1,000 Pregnancy rate in Texas, 2011

41 in 1,000 Pregnancy rate in Texas, 2015

instruction.

Corpus Christi ISD Board of Trustees President Janie Bell said CCISD is an abstinence-only district, promoting abstinence as opposed to safe sex.

“Abstinence-only programs educate kids about STDs. They talk about abstinence, but they also talk about unprotected sex. They

60.9 in 1,000 Pregnancy rate in Nueces County, 2016

tell both sides of the story,” Bell said.

However, with very few health classes in the district, students are receiving false information.

At Baker Middle School, a mother, Mariah Boone, raised a question about the inaccurate

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Manners, it’s what’s for dinner

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Irma Noyola-Wolcott holds up a wine glass as part of her presentation during an etiquette lunch held to help students learn manners and how to act in social situations. Throughout the lunch, Noyola-Wolcott walked around to instruct attendees on proper ways to eat and act with grace.

Etiquette luncheon aims to give students proper lifelong skills

Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com A person with bad manners can leave a lasting impression on any number of important people.

Whether it’s a date or a dinner with a possible boss, you don’t want to be rude or use bad manners.

To combat this, the DMC Vikings Alumni and the Career Development Center sponsored an etiquette lunch at Del Mar. “The luncheon was a great opportunity for students to learn some vital skills that could come in handy in the future,” said Vanessa Adkins with the Career Development Center, who coordinated the March 6 luncheon.

Adkins said the annual event only recently added the employer panel, which was to helps students on more of the technical side of getting jobs, such as resumes and interview skills.

Featuring a four-course meal and a proper etiquette tutori-

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by Irma Noyola-Wolcott, an etiquette consultant from Fun With Etiquette. She taught the audience tips and tricks about proper etiquette at the dinner table and how it can help you in the future.

Noyola-Wolcott stressed how important proper etiquette was and also gave a presentation on proper tableware placement, which utensils to use, and most importantly where and how to put the napkin on your lap.

The luncheon also gave students a chance to speak with DMC alumni, who gave them important information regarding their career. Educator Nancy Vera, Director of Career Services at TAMU-CC Heather Hanami, and many more local business officials were at the event and were able to help students.

Payton Jones, an education major, said she “had so much fun and learned a lot.” Jones also said that she learned a lot of skills that would help her possibly get jobs in the future and be a more proper person. @foghornmark

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Noyola-Wolcott describes proper table setup including where and how to place plates, cups and utensils.

Academic Calendar March 20 — Classes Resume/Offices Open 20 — Classes begin for Rapid Track Session IV and 8-weeks’ Session II 20-21 — On-Campus and Online Schedule Changes ONLY for Rapid Track Session IV and 8-weeks’ Session II available at East Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., West Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on WebDMC from 12:01 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 21 21 — Tuition Payment Deadline for On-campus and Online Schedule Changes for Rapid Track Session IV and 8-weeks’ Session II closes at 6 p.m.

22-24 — Schedule Changes ONLY with Chair Approval for Rapid Track Session IV and 8-weeks’ Session II APRIL 3-May 23 — Early Advising and Registration for Summer Semester I 2017 (5-weeks’, 6-weeks’, 9-weeks’, 10-weeks’, and 12-weeks’ Sessions) closes on May 23 at 6 p.m.

3-July 5 — Early Advising and Registration for Summer Semester II 2017 (5-weeks’ and 6-weeks’ Sessions) closes on July 5 at 6 p.m.

3-Aug. 16 — Early Advising and On-Campus and Online Registration for Fall Semester 2017 (15 weeks’ and 16 weeks’ sessions), Rapid Track Session I, Rapid Track Session II, and 8-week’s Sessions close on August 16 at 6 p.m.

April 17 Last day to drop a class for Rapid Track Session IV 24 — Last day to drop a class for Spring Semester 2017 (15-weeks’ and 16-weeks’ Sessions) 24 — Last day of classes and final exams for Rapid Track Session IV 30 — Deadline to Apply for Foundation Scholarships for the 20172018 Academic Year MAY 1 — Priority Deadline to Apply for Financial Aid for the 2017-2018 Academic Year 1 — Last day to drop a class for

8-weeks’ Session II 3 — Last day of classes for Spring Semester 2017 (15-weeks’ and 16-weeks’ Sessions) 4-10 — Final exams for Spring Semester 2017 (15-weeks’ and 16-weeks’ Sessions) 10 — Last day of classes and final exams for 8-weeks’ Session II 11 — Classes begin for Maymester Session 11 — Advising, Registration, and Tuition Payment Deadline for Maymester Session closes at 6 p.m.

12 — Census Date for Maymester Session 12 — Spring Semester 2017 Graduation 12 — Grades due via the Web Grade Reporting System by 5 p.m.

18 — Last day to drop a class for Maymester Session 23 — On-campus and Online Registration for Summer Semester I (5-weeks’, 6-weeks’, 9-weeks’, 10-weeks’, and 12-weeks’ Sessions) available at both East Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., West Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on WebDMC from 12:01 a.m. to 6 p.m.

23 — Tuition Payment Deadline for On-campus and Online Registration for Summer Semester I (5-weeks’, 6-weeks’, 9-weeks’, 10-weeks’, and 12-weeks’ Sessions) closes at 6 p.m.

26 — Last day of classes and finals for Maymester Session 27 — Online Registration available on WebDMC beginning at 12:01 a.m. for Summer Semester I (5-weeks’, 6-weeks’, 9-weeks’, 10-weeks’, and 12-weeks’ Sessions) 29 — Memorial Day Holiday 30 — Classes begin for Summer Semester I (6-weeks’ and 12-weeks’ Sessions) 30-31 — On-campus and Online Schedule Changes ONLY for Summer Semester I (6-weeks’ and 12-weeks’ Sessions) available at both East Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., West Campus from 7:30 a.m.

to 5 p.m. and on WebDMC from 12:01 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closes on May 31; Registration for Non-credit Continuing Education (Dual Enrollment in Credit Classes) continues 31 — Tuition Payment Deadline for On-campus and Online Registration for Summer Semester I (6-weeks’ and 12-weeks’ Sessions) closes at 6 p.m.

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Lincoln-Reagan Dinner draws dozens of protesters Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com There were two events happening at the Holiday Inn Marina on March 9. Inside was a fundraising dinner, called the Lincoln-Reagan Dinner, which was supposed to feature Gov. Gregg Abbott (he was not able to attend the event because of bad weather, but did address the crowd over Skype). Outside was a protest geared toward Abbott and his recent support of Senate Bill 6, the so-called “bathroom bill,” and Senate Bill 4, which aims to ban sanctuary cities in Texas.

Nueces County Republican Chairman Mike Bergsma, and the president of Nueces County Republican Women, Jeanne Whittington, organized the dinner. The dinner was primarily a fundraiser to help raise money for future candidates and operating costs for elected officials. The funds will also be used to do more outreach and awareness for the Republican Party.

With around 300 guests in attendance, the majority of elected

Republicans operating in Nueces County were at the dinner, along with donors. They also offered tickets for a $100 to the general public.

The protesters and the dinner guests both had strong feelings toward the current legislation in Texas. The dinner guests spoke about a large range of issues from the outreach programs and the economy.

County Commissioner Mike Pusley spoke about wanting to be prepared for upcoming legislation that will affect Nueces County, including SB2, which will affect how cities can use ad valorem taxation. Pusley stated that he was against the bill and that he would try to fight it however he could.

State Rep. Todd Hunter, who introduced Abbott’s live stream, spoke about a new bill he authored that will make violence against police a hate crime. Hunter also spoke about the need to fix higher and public education, saying, “Schools need to be funded properly so the next generation can go on and do great things.”

Outside the dinner, protesters

(BATHROOMS from Page 1) the havoc it will wreak on the Texas economy should it pass.”

Some Del Mar students and their families will be directly affected by this bill if it passes.

Lynsie Eastwood, a social work major and member of the Safe Space Club, worries the consequences she and her wife, a transgender wom-

were waving handmade signs geared toward the bathroom bill and immigration. Abel Zaragosa, a Del Mar student protesting the dinner, said he was against SB6 and SB4 and felt “the Republican Party has become a party that only works for themselves.”

Another protester, Mattye Keeling, said “the Republican Party has become one of exclusion. They won’t try to compromise with anyone and when we try to talk to [U.S. Rep. Blake] Farenthold, he ignores us. How can we voice our opinions if we can’t even talk to our representatives.”

Inside the dinner, many agreed that the protesters had a right to voice their opinion, but there are more pressing issues to worry about.

Alan Guggenheim, a donor at the dinner, said “there are plenty of issues, but we need to deal with the streets and we need to manage our finances better.”

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Emcee Gil Hernandez stands to recite the Texas pledge with Kermit Batey and Corpus Christi City Council member Ben Molina during the Lincoln-Reagan Dinner hosted by the Nueces County Republican Party.

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an, may face.

“We could get chased out of public facilities,” Eastwood said.

“When she has to use the men’s room, she feels obligated to dress as a man, she has to hide who she is,” Eastwood said. “It causes her dysphoria.”

Eastwood says that until this point they have been able to avoid negative experiences but thinks this bill will put her and her wife in danger

in the future. Eastwood hopes that the college will stand with students, who are protected by Title IV. “I hope Del Mar will continue to support transgender students, put out a letter or statement of support. The counselors need to be aware of the issues that transgender students may face,” she said. “I hope they will listen to the students’ needs.”

Gender stereotypes addressed by faculty Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com While society has become more progressive in the past decades, there are a lot of traditions and notions still present. Gender roles are one.

“How do you define success?” That’s how Jerry Dugan, an education consultant at Christus Health and former Women’s Shelter community educator, began the March 9 faculty workshop called Breaking Out of the Gender Box. The workshop was aimed at helping faculty understand how gender roles affect students and how to help nontraditional students.

The workshop went over common roles that men and women are “boxed” into and how it affects their future success. Dugan

(BRIDGE from Page 1) neighborhood for quite awhile now,” Klein said. “You can see it in the lack of city services out there.”

Over the years Environmental Protection Agency reports started showing the harmful effects the refineries were having on air and water. You don’t need EPA reports to notice the ground is poisoned. All you have to do is look at the orange trees that bear fruit so poisoned it’s inedible.

“We know that there are petrochemicals in air and water in the Hillcrest area,” Klein said. “This is an issue of environmental justice and I think environmental health equals human health” For Sam the Barber, he noticed the biggest changes started happening during the ’80s “As some of the old businessmen started to pass off, their children (PREGNANCY from Page 1) information her daughter was learning from a Heritage Keepers Abstinence Education workbook. Programs like Heritage Keepers can lead to unjust and shame of females who engage in sexual activity.

Dr. David Wiley, professor of health at Texas State University, said abstinence-only programs can lead to demonizing students.

spoke to a room of faculty who had wide ranging roles at Del Mar, but all had similar encounters regarding gender roles.

Benita Flores-Munoz, assistant professor of child development/early childhood, sponsored the event in coordination with the Perkins Grant, dedicated to students entering the workforce. Flores-Munoz said she wanted to hold the workshop to “bring awareness of gender roles and be more proactive to try and not put students into a box.”

Dugan asked the room to identify the common gender roles and actions that put men and women into a “box” and showed how misconceptions can affect people of a certain gender. Dugan pointed out how the false belief that women are weaker and do less work has had a negative effect on wom-

en in the workforce.

“Women are 52 percent of the workforce, yet they only get paid 78 cents for every $1 that men do. They also only hold 14.6 percent of the CEO positions in the U.S. and only 4.6 percent are in the Fortune 500,” Dugan said.

By understanding these restrictions, Dugan said that “once you recognize these actions or behaviors, you can stop doing them.”

Jennifer McWha, the nursing program director, was one of many at the event who agreed that “you have to move past the stereotypes and give everyone a fair chance.

Sarah Contreras, a communications professor, repeated this statement and added that we are “so much more than labels and deserved to be treated as more than labels.”

Veterans to tell of Vietnam

Colby Farr cfarr@foghornnews.com Local Vietnam veterans will tell of their experiences during the war at an upcoming roundtable at Del Mar College.

War and Remembrance will feature Ram Chavez, a local decorated combat veteran, who will share his own experience with the war.

“The Vietnam War had a great impact on the United States and the world including thousands in the Mexican-American community,” said DMC professor Derek Oden. “Hearing the accounts of local Vietnam veterans will undoubtedly deepen students’ understanding of the history of the conflict in Southeast Asia.”

Oden, who teaches history, said he has had a lifelong interest in the war, which led him to this idea. After working with other teachers in the social sciences and Mexican-American studies department, Oden was able to organize a panel with several veterans.

Veterans participating will discuss their experience with war, military training and how their view of war has changed over time.

The event will be from 1-2:30 p.m. March 30 in Room 514 of the White Library.

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didn’t keep the businesses,” Johnson said. “Once the community starts to move and the businesses start to close it makes even more people want to leave.”

From the 1980s through the 2000s a big push from the industrial district to buy out residential land took out another chunk of the community.

According to the Census Bureau, between 1960-2000 the number of owner-occupied units dropped from 700 to 350.

For Pastor Henry Williams, a longtime resident and leader of the community, things aren’t so cut and dry.

“I wouldn’t say that it (I-37) was destructive to the neighborhood although many people would say that,” Williams said. “There’s some that say it divided the community. I don’t know that I have ever had that impression, you know, because it

has always been there in my memory. Once I got out of the service it was there.”

Williams, however, recalls a time when the neighborhood was thriving.

“There was a lot of business activity on Staples Street at one time,” he said. “There were young professionals living here. The residents had a great deal of pride because it was one of the first black neighborhoods.”

When the city desegregated, people started to move out of the neighborhood into places closer to where they worked. That is when Williams says the decline of the neighborhoods started.

“There came a time when the sense of pride may have begun to diminish. When the young professionals left they weren’t replaced by people with the same sense of

pride,” Williams said.

According to Williams, environmental issues also began to plague the area, causing more people to want to leave and the neighborhoods continued to decline, “but there are those of us who have been here for many years,” he said. “This is home, OK? I’m in prayer about doing the right thing, but this is home.”

With buyouts and relocations approaching, residents are seeing the final changes coming.

“It’s time. You can’t stop progress.

You might hinder it for a while but progress is going to come,” Johnson said. “It’s been a wonderful career for me. I loved it, I raised a family. This has been my dream and I have lived my dream.”

“People who are not sexually active are portrayed as being morally superior to sexually active users,” Wiley said. “They make them feel that they’re dirty, they’re immoral, somehow unworthy of love because they’re somehow flawed human beings.

“Whereas kids who are abstinent are portrayed as being and are always the right type of person,” Willey said on the characterization of abstinence-only

programs.

Felicity Gonzalez, a Collegiate High School student, feels that the abstinence programs do not help.

“They tell what it is under the law but leave out the LGBT in huge ways. It fails to mention it, period,” Gonzalez said. “It makes those who have sex feel ashamed, which is not how it should be.”

Students are easily shamed

on numerous platforms. Nava received criticism and was labeled fat for being pregnant.

Though Nava underwent shaming, she encourages other students who are experiencing a similar situation to hers to continue on.

“Teen moms shouldn’t be ashamed of being pregnant because it’s a part of life,” Nava said.

“If somebody has gotten pregnant whether it be planned or

Foghorn News staffers Natalie Murphy, Colby Farr and Bill Eaves contributed to this report.

offered to set him up an interview with Lee Larry, who was the department’s head of computer programming at the time.

Abarca said he had showed up at the right time and he was “a good fit for the needs of the department.”

During his 15 years of teaching Abarca never stopped working in cybersecurity on a local, statewide and even national level.

In 2011, Abarca was appointed by Gov. Rick Perry to what is now called the Texas Cybersecurity Council. Being part of this council for the past six years has given Abarca lots of exposure to different problems on a statewide level. It has also connected him with all kinds of people in the government, the military and various businesses.

When the FBI expressed interest in expanding the Infragard program into the Corpus Christi area, Abarca was a point of contact for them.

According to Abarca, the first year of the SIG will mainly be spent recruiting businesses and individuals to join the group. Abarca will be working with John Bray, a port security specialist for the Coast Guard to bring others to the program.

“I think it’s superb that he’s stepped up to lead this effort,” Bray said. “He’s probably the most ideal person from Corpus Christi to lead this.” @colby_farr

not it’s their choice and everybody should just accept it.”

Collegiate High School Principal Tracie Rodriguez considers the teaching of sex education to students to be important.

“I believe sex education should be a part of the curriculum,” Rodriguez said.

According to Rodriguez, she would consider an extracurricular club that informs students of health issues.

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SGA wants students to get involved

Group's next meeting ser for week after spring break Sophia Montez smontez@foghornnews.com

“My goal is to get clubs more involved with their actual campus” said Student Government Association President Danielle Tamez.

The SGA has closely been working with clubs to get them involved and engaged with campus life. They’ve also been working to close the gap between the clubs of West Campus and East Campus. Even though

their efforts are in its beginning stages, they’ve cleared hurdles such as the scheduling conflict between the two campuses. Del Mar students at the East Campus tend to only attend class for a few hours a day, while West Campus students have block periods, where they attend classes for most of the day.

Tamez is passionate about the issues the students at Del Mar may have. She, along with fellow SGA officer Phillip Gonzalez, are part of the Campus Carry Committee. The SGA and Campus Carry Committee encouraged students to share their voice on the subject. Del Mar College, through its web-

site, allowed students to comment on recommendations that have been made in regards to areas where concealed weapons could not be carried on campus.

The site also shows committee members, and frequently asked questions about the issue.

If you are a student enrolled in Del Mar College, you are automatically a member of The Student Government Association.

Paying the $7 in tuition labeled “Student Activities Fees” means that college students have a say in the discussions of the SGA. Meeting once a month, every third week, The Student Government Association meets to discuss the issues and concerns of

the students of the college.

The Feb. 15 meeting was held at the West Campus; topics of discussion ranged from the different community services available to clubs on and off campus to the reveal of the mascot.

The priority of the meetings is the Think PINK campaign, which stands for “Power In Numbers and Knowledge.”

SGA adviser Beverly Cage said her biggest tagline for students in regards to the campaign is “Did you know?” Think PINK is how the SGA lets students know everything that’s going on around campus. From attending board meetings that change student tuition fees, to

scholarship workshops on campus, the SGA wants students to be informed.

The next SGA meeting is going to be at 12:30 p.m. March 21 in Conference Room 1 in the Harvin Center on East Campus. Not only will students be able to listen on the meeting, there’s also an announcement period, where students can brush over issues they thought the SGA missed, or even if they need help advertising for a new roommate.

Clubs on campus are also heavily encouraged to attend.

If clubs need help promoting or planning an event, there is a time slot for that as well.

Cuando los sueños pueden desaparecer en un instante

Josselyn Obregon jobregon@foghornnews.com

Lee es un joven de 26 años estúdiate Del Mar Collegue, pero no es un estudiante cualquiera, Lee al igual que otros 4,4 millones de soñadores (Dreamers), se despierta cada mañana con la incertidumbre y el miedo que todo puede terminar. Y que en cualquier momento la Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA), sea eliminada, con ellos sus sueños de seguir estudiando y ayudar a su familia.

Llegue a Estados Unidos a la edad de 4 años con toda mi familia en busca de una mejor vida. Recuerdo que de niño todo era muy confuso. “Una vecina me cuenta que de niño me sentaba afuera de mi casa y lloraba diciendo ¿Dios por qué me trajiste aquí?”. Ahora que estoy por graduarme Del Mar College a finales de la primavera, le encuentro sentido a mi vida.

A 22 años de vivir en EEUU me siento un ciudadano americano, pero sobre todo un buen ciudadano. La esperanza que me regalo el programa de DACA, es una esperanza que no estoy dispuesto a perder. ¿Qué paso el día de las elecciones presidenciales?

Recuerdo que llore por dos días, el miedo me invadió al pensar que en cualquier momento tendría que regresar a las sombras. Lo que más pavor me da es que me separen de mi familia que en algún momento

puedan deportar a mi madre.

Mi nuevo gobierno me ha traído sentimientos muy frustrantes. Recuerdo perfectamente cuando en el 2012 se anunció DACA, fui de los primeros en aplicar el abogado me dijo. Eres tu examante de lo que están hablando en este programa. Toda mi infancia y adolescencia me dedique a estudiar, desde pequeño he ganado premios por mis notas, hablo tres idiomas, español, inglés y francés. He ganado 1 y 2 lugar en poesía y oratoria en francés.

Daniela es una joven muy activa, llena de metas y éxito.

La diferencia es que su estatus migratorio depende de la continuación de DACA. Ella migro juntamente con su familia cuando ella tenía apenas 5 años de edad. Daniela Recuerda que, al llegar a Corpus Christi, donde ha vivido desde que llego de México, lo más difícil fue aprender inglés, asistir a la escuela donde solo su maestra habla español, pero pese a las dificultades al graduarse la medalla a la excelencia por sus altas calificaciones. “Nunca he sido una estudiante tan brillante pero siempre obtuve buenas notas”.

“Recuerdo que de niña no sabía que era ser indocumentada era un secreto y a todo les decía que era de México”. Actualmente Daniela tiene dos trabajos y estudia Negocios en la A&M. ¿Daniela, qué paso en tu ser al conocer los resultados de las elecciones presidenciales?

Al principio pensé que era un

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El programa de DACA, otorga documento que permiten trabajar y estudiar a los soñadorasdentro de Estados Unidos. juego, no podía creer que nos estuviera pasando esto. Mi segunda reacción fue de tristeza, casi de llorar, la incertidumbre empieza a llegar. ¿Cómo se siente ser un Soñador después que Obama entrego la presidencia?

Para mi Estados Unidos es mi hogar y no puedo imaginar vivir en otro lugar. Pero me duele mucho al ver los comentarios de las personas en las redes sociales, o al escuchar las noticias.

Todo lo que dice nuestro presidente, no creo que sea justo que nos quiten lo que hemos construido con mucho trabajo y esfuerzo. No es fácil pero no pierdo la esperanza de que todo esto cambie para bien.

Lee y Daniela, expresan su agradeciendo con sus comunidades Educativas, que les han brindado apoyo y seguridad.

Dándoles esa esperanza de ser

Daniela una joven soñadora que se aferra a la esperanza de alcanzar sus metas. alguien de éxito en este país y contribuir al desarrollo de esta sociedad. Ambos están comprometidos con sus familias, amigos y ante la sociedad a ser

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Exhibit on strong women intrigues Catarina Murphy cmurphy@foghornnews.com

When Barbara Craig introduces students to lesser-known authors and poets in her women’s literature class, she does it for one main reason.

“To open people’s eyes,” Craig said.

Some of those students are celebrating Women’s History Month with an exhibit called “Trailblazing Women” Each student in the class had to choose a woman they felt deserved to be honored by their achievements in the display. Erin Cohen, an English major, chose Pat Mora, a Texas local Mexican-American literature writer who has published many works, including children’s and young adult stories.

“I like her poetry. She definitely makes the whole dream as a writer a lot more real,” Cohen said.

There was no limitation as to who the students could choose. Jacob Garzia chose Catherine the Great, based on his interest for Russian history, and while she wasn’t Russian herself she ruled Russia temporarily and even led an uprising against her husband.

“She was one of the most influential women of Europe of her time,” Garzia said.

While some students already had their choice in mind, others needed a little bit of help finding theirs.

Ashlyn Leamer, a business major, chose Stephanie Kwolek.

“I Googled ‘notable woman through history’ and she came up,” Leamer said He discovered that Kwolek was an American chemist who worked at the DuPont company and the inventor of synthetic fibers of exceptional strength and stiffness better known as Kevlar, which is used for bulletproof vests and is five times stronger than steel.

Craig has been finding new ways to educate students about Women’s History Month since coming to Del Mar. One year, students had to present a three-minute speech about a woman who affected them personally. Another time, students made a quilt and it was placed on display in the English Building.

For two years, Craig and Joy Kairies, professor of humanities and music, also held a weeklong festival for women’s creativity on both campuses that include contests, speakers, movies and activities day and night. “It was very successful,” said Dr. Craig.

This year’s display includes many other notable women throughout history. “Women who deserve to deserve to be famous but you wouldn’t know their name,” Craig said.

The display will to be featured in the lobby of the Coles building until March 31.

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Stone Writing Center offers scholarship help Adriana King aking@foghornnews.com

Students read literary work from women including poems and stories as part of the Women's History Month exhibit "Trailblazing Women."

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for 123 scholarships. ... We didn’t want anyone to leave with an unfinished application. The process College is undoubtedly a large was simple. We’d assure them it expense, and while scholarships wouldn’t take long, you just have can help ease the financial bur- to do it. Immediately they’d get den, many go unclaimed every their response of how many they year because of a lack of appli- were eligible for. It was really excants and really a lack of aware- citing for them.” ness. The Stone The Stone Writing Center Writing Center IF YOU GO wants to encourworked with the age students to WHAT: Scholarship workshop DMC Foundation find these schol- WHEN: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. office to make arship opportu- this event run March 28 nities by holdsmoothly. At the ing scholarship WHERE: Stone Writing Center first scholarship workshops to COST: Free workshop they help get the ball ended up helprolling in the aping over 125 stuplication process. dents. Another The SWC has already held one event is planned for March 28 on of these workshops on Feb. 28, the East campus and on April 5 which was supposed to last from and 13 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm in 10 a.m. to noon, but ended up the Coleman Center on the West stretching into the afternoon as Campus. students continued to come in.

“Students have until April 30 “We are willing and able; if they [for the DMC Foundation Scholarcan’t make workshop times, if ships]. It only comes around once they just come in and ask, we’re a year,” Jones said. “We want as here. They can come in anytime many students possible to benefit and we’ll overwhelm them with from the generosity of our comour helpfulness. We’ll be their munity.” cheerleader the whole time. PeoThere is also the STARS Scholple care. People want them to arship, open to a variety of Texsucceed,” said Laurie Jones, assis- an students with an application tant instructor of the Stone Writ- deadline of March 31. For more ing Center. information about the STARS As students finished their ap- Scholarship, go to www.StarsSplications, they were immediately cholarship.org. notified of how many scholarships For more information about the they were eligible for, including DMC Foundation Scholarships, eisome specific to circumstance or ther head into the Stone Writing major, such as a scholarship for Center on the fourth floor of the those who have quit smoking, for library, contact the DMC Foundasingle mothers or those who are tion at 698-1317 or foundation@ in culinary programs. delmar.edu. The link for informa“We were helping them com- tion regarding these scholarships plete and submit what they were can also be found on the front eligible for,” said Margot Sorrell, page of the Del Mar website. assistant instructor for the center. @kingisaqueen “One student was even eligible

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Labs, licks, and lots and lots of love Paws Up therapy dogs come to campus to relieve some stress Adriana King aking@foghornnews.com Every semester, when midterms rear their ugly head, Paws Up Pet Therapy brings in a few of their fluffy friends to ensure students don’t go crazy.

The therapy dogs are brought in to help relieve stress. But additionally, the dogs’ presence always seems to brighten up students’ days. As word spreads, student traffic increases in the Harvin Center.

“You could walk in right now and everyone would be smiling,” said Sandra Heatherley of Paws Up. “It’s proven research that people who pet and handle dogs, their blood pressure goes down and their stress decreases. Any stress they have outside of that moment just diminishes.”

The therapy dogs not only give the students a little love, but they also get tons of attention from students and faculty who visit, making the experience a win-win.

“This is my first time out here, but she loves people,” said Tammy Fox about her therapy dog, Mia. “Everyone’s been very happy. Probably 80 percent of people who came in have seen her and said, ‘Oh I’m so happy.’”

Those who know about this event look forward to the days both on East and West Campus, but it also ends up being a pleasant surprise for people who have never heard of it.

“I was walking through the Harvin Center and saw a sign, so I came.

It’s really cool, I love dogs and animals,” said student Gabriel Sanchez.

“You get to take your mind off of things. After petting the dogs and getting love, now I’m ready.” @kingisaqueen

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ABOVE: Lola the therapy dog looks on at her visitors at Del Mar’s Pawsitively Prevent Midterm Meltdown event. The Paws Up therapy dogs head to nursing homes, hospitals and schools.

RIGHT: Linda Nguyen takes a moment to play with Lola the therapy dog and relieve some stress before midterms.

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Del Mar hosts big speech tournament States, colleges and community come together for event Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Speaking in front of a crowd is one of the top three most common fears that people have, but not everyone has that fear. The students in the Vocal Vikings may feel nervous when they compete but fearing the idea on speaking in front of other competitors and judges does not stop them from speaking.

Every year, the Vocal Vikings host Speech on the Beach where they compete in both debate and various speech events. Thirteen colleges and Universities from around Texas and as far as Louisiana and Mississippi competed in the tournament. Mariah Massengill placed second in persuasive speaking and sixth in after dinner speaking (ADS), and Allison Rackley placed fourth in informative speaking.

One quality that sets Del Mar College apart from all the other schools is how involved the community is, both in and outside of school, when they hear about a speech and de-

bate tournament at Del Mar. “Almost all of our judges were volunteers from the community, but also Del Mar faculty came out and judged a few rounds as well.

That’s what sets us apart because facility members and the community get involved,” said Sarah Contreras, speech professor.

Without having coaches to help there wouldn’t be a team that can bond together like a family. The coaches help motivate the team members and be there to help build their skills as communicators and also as debaters.

“I know that I can go up to teammates and coaches with a prob-

lem and they will help me work through it. They are like my second family, we support each other. Our coaches are amazing by taking the time to not only be genuinely interested in each of us but to work tirelessly with us to help us achieve the most,” said Ashley Bryant, team member.

The team is mostly new students who have done speech and debate in high school or never done it. For some, being on the team helps you look at all the different angels of social problems, policy issues and current events. Others see it as a way to think on your feet and also make friends from other schools.

For some, school’s in for summer Many students say they prefer pace of classes over summer Dolores Garza dgarza@foghornnews.com Summer classes can be a great convenience for students looking to get ahead.

Nursing major Brandi Candelaria prefers to take summer courses in person to keep from falling behind.

“I’m anxious to start the nursing program. Therefore, I’m taking summer courses so I can get closer to that goal,” Candelaria said.

April 3 marks the beginning of summer registration. For those who don’t receive any aid to help pay for college, the process of taking summer classes can become difficult.

“The problem about summer classes would be that they do not have payment plans for the summer, so I have to pay everything whole at one time,” Candelaria said. “I never receive financial aid; I have to pay out of pocket.”

However, taking basic summer courses during a short period leaves room for the more difficult courses in the fall and spring semesters.

“The good thing about summer classes is that I can get my electives or not-as-difficult

classes out of the way,” Candelaria said.

Associate Director of Financial Aid Erika Williams explained the main concerns students have when applying for aid.

“If the student is not receiving financial aid they would need to check with Business Services office for tuition amount and deadline pay,” Williams said.

Students can contact the Financial Aid Office if they are unsure of their status.

“By speaking with a financial aid representative we will be able to explain how much a student is entitled for based on their number of hours enrolled and term,” Williams said.

Students who are enrolled in another college or university often look to Del Mar to knock out some hours over the summer because of its lower tuition cost.

“Transfer students who only attend DMC for summer only are not entitled to receive financial aid at DMC,” Williams said.

Nursing major Ashley Granados is looking into taking a summer course at Del Mar to stick to the script of her degree plan.

“Class was full for spring semester at TAMUCC so it put me behind a semester in my science classes,” Granados said. “So I decided to take it in the summer

“I never thought I would be on a speech team. Much like other people, I was deathly afraid of public speaking. It really was a huge jump for me but now I love it. If anything I would recommend at least talking to someone on the team and absolutely don’t be afraid to try, you may end up loving it,” said team member Allison Rackley.

A few team members are preparing for Nationals which will be held in Washington, D.C., in April for one whole week of competition. In the fall, Del Mar will host another speech tournament called Texas Intercollegiate Forensic Association.

Speakers planned for Comm Week Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com

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Students line up to register for classes in August. Registration for summer will begin April 3. to put me back on track.”

Granados is concerned with paying for summer courses but is pleased to know the tuition costs are less compared with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

“I would have to get another job to make ends meet,” Granados said. “It’s still cheaper than TAMUCC.” Theater major Judith Adams appreciates the option of taking a summer course online to stay ahead of the game.

“I took classes online to stay ahead in my minor,” Adams said, “because I knew I wouldn’t have time for it in the fall and spring semester.”

Adams enjoyed the opportunity to take courses in the comfort of her own home.

“I got to take my classes at home and still go along with my degree plan.” Adams said.

However, taking courses on-

line did not come easy.

“When I had a question or didn’t understand something it became difficult to reach out to the professor.” Adams said. “But I would still recommend taking summer courses because you have a whole semester’s worth in one month without time to procrastinate.”

According to Sara King, coordinator of recruitment, Maymester courses are open but registration for summer sessions and fall semester will begin April 3.

“The Student Enrollment Center and Student Leadership & Campus Life is hosting our Registration Rallies the week of April 3 to encourage early registration,” King said.

For more information on how to register for summer classes contact the Del Mar College enrollment center at 361-6981290 or the registrar’s office at 361-698-1248.

Communication covers a multitude of majors, not just speech; it also includes languages, reading and journalism. For a week on campus, the Communications Department will host Comm Week to show students you can use your major in your career, regardless if you are not a communications major.

Each day will be a different speaker between 12:30-1:45 p.m.

On March 27 will be Sara Flores, who works for KEDT morning edition and is on NPR, in Room 514 in the White Library. Also in the library, on March 28, is Jessica Savage, investigative reporter for KRIS 6 News, who recently investigated then-Mayor Dan McQueen. In the speech lab (MC 211) on March 29-30 is Omar Lopez, senior corporate communication specialist for AEP, and Hilda Lamas, who is a recording artist but also attends A&M-Corpus Christi and is president of Com. Club.

“We wanted to get community figures because you see them or hear them every day,” said Mendy Meurer, speech professor.

You don’t have to be a communication major to come listen and talk with some of the speakers. Comm. Week runs from March 27-30.

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Students dance and sing after being invited onto the stage at the annual Spring Break Bash. Maracas, hats and leis were given out to help students get into the spirit of spring.

SPRING BREAK BASH

With midterms coming up and stress becoming more and more of a problem, spring break is always a good time for students to get a handle on their business and have a little fun.

All that started March 8 when tropical vibes and funky music took over the Harvin Center as Del Mar held its annual Spring Break Bash. In addition to a selfie booth

littered with luau-themed décor, there was free popcorn, a bake sale and a fun, high energy performance put on by the “instant party” Travelin Max. Music and cheering rang through the halls along with a flowery conga line. Free shirts, food, leis and maracas were given to the students so they could really get into the party and singing along was welcome and encouraged.

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Melissa Duey opens a Twinkie as she participates in a relay race put on by Travelin Max to win a free shirt at the Spring Break Bash.

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Mathew Narvaez and Carlos Almeida shake maracas to the beat of one of many upbeat songs played at the bash.

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Travelin Max jams out on a table on his guitar at the Spring Break Bash. Travelin Max provided hats, maracas and leis to students who wanted to participate and even invited students on stage to sing.

Adorned with a festive hat, Anais Esquivel celebrates the beginning of the spring break by shaking maracas and dancing.

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Brass Symposium educates and excites Jonathan Garcia jgarcia@foghornnews.com When horn player Matthew Solis took the stage in front of a wellknown musician, his adrenaline was pumping.

“It was nerve-wracking, exciting and very helpful,” Solis said of performing in front of Scharnberg, a principal horn player of the Dallas Opera Orchestra and Wichita Falls Symphony. “I’ll take his advice he gave me on my breathing and tone quality.”

Solis was one of several DMC students who got tips from Scharnberg and professional tuba player Patrick Sheridan March 3-4 at the South Texas Brass Symposium.

The event, in the Fine Arts Music Building, was created to promote the performance, education and awareness of brass music in South Texas. Both days included masterclasses and clinics from the professional artists and other brass players.

Scharnberg started off the event with a masterclass in the Wolfe Recital Hall. Horn player Laura Deleon performed on stage and received advice from Scharnberg.

“It was awesome. I liked his input and you could tell he was experienced,” Deleon said. “I learned a lot and took notes from him.”

Another artist hosting a masterclass was Lauren Eberhart, second trumpet player in the San Antonio Symphony. She worked one on one with trumpet players on how to produce a perfect tone while playing the trumpet.

“I came to answer certain techniques I want to learn such as throat tones, musically, and to have this experience,” said student Mikey Cantu, who has played the trumpet for 12 years. “I learned to make my breath my calling card and let it come natural when I play,” Cantu said.

Other events included recitals from the Corpus Christi Trombone Society directed by Donald Pinson, assistant professor of trombone/ low brass, and a performance from Eberhart accompanied with pianist Viktor Valkov, who performed with Sheridan and Scharnberg to close

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William Scharnberg, headlining artist and horn player in the Dallas Opera Orchestra, gives instruction to music student Laura Deleon. out the event.

Solis said his best advice who came from Sheridan, whose multicolored tuba fascinated many in the audience.

“Don’t worry about what else is going on and just play the music,” Sheridan told Solis.

Mikey Cantu listens to Lauren Eberhart, the second trumpet in the San Antonio Symphony, play a tune to help him fine tune his sound.

Headlining artist Patrick Sheridan (left) gives advice to student Ricki Garza at the Brass Symposium that took place in Wolfe Recital Hall.

Early College Corner

New Early College Program coordinator living dream Mia Estrada Collegiate High School Stepping into the Early College Program space, a group of genial staff members work diligently on their computers to support early college high school students.

More recently the program hired a new Early College Program coordinator, Emily Gonzalez, who has been working with various Del Mar College departments for seven years.

“I am very passionate about Del Mar College, this is where my life began,” Gonzalez

said. “Del Mar College has changed my life for the better.”

According to Gonzalez, working in many departments has led her to have a greater understanding of the many areas the college has to offer, just part of the knowledge she plans to pass along to high school students just beginning their college careers.

Beginning with the 2015-16 school year, the Dual Credit Legislation passed an act, HB 505, that cannot limit dual credit courses or hours, and the grade level at which students can begin.

“Dual credit is increasing each year and

with HB 505, the number of dual credit students will grow even more. The future is bright,” Gonzalez said.

An abundance of the population at Del Mar consists of Collegiate and Branch Academy students, who have an opportunity to receive college credit and graduate with their associate degree.

Although Gonzalez has been working with the program for a little over a month, she caught on fast. Gonzalez tells parents “your children are my children,” wanting to assist them to the best of her ability.

“I want to ensure that they know they have

a helping hand along the way from the application to their last day of class,” Gonzalez said.

Cassandra Martinez, a Collegiate High School student, looks to a greater future for early college students.

“It’s better for high school students to take dual credit courses. They’ll save a lot of money and get school done faster. The future seems to be getting brighter,” Martinez said.

While being the new coordinator, Gonzalez has enjoyed every step of the way.

“I’m doing what I always wanted to do. I’m helping students achieve their dreams and to me that is a dream come true,” she said.

Jazz Band entertains students with concert at lunch

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The Del Mar College Jazz Band performs for students during the lunch hour in the Harvin Center on March 1, under direction of music professor David Irving.

The Del Mar College Jazz Band performed in the Harvin Center at lunchtime on March 1, under the direction of music professor David Irving. It was one of Irving’s last times leading the band as the professor is set to retiren at the end of the year.

Irving gave the Foghorn News a little insight to what he was doing at Del Mar by saying, “Music is supposed to be fun.”

Irving recently said of all the time spent performing and conducting, “I don’t do anything that I don’t think isn’t fun. It’s what I live by now.”

Irving taught at Ingleside High School and won several awards before coming to teach at Del Mar for 45 years.

Since 1970, Irving has conducted bands at Corpus Christi’s annual Jazz Festival.

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Selena festival returns for its third year Fiesta De La Flor to feature many great events and performers Michelle Reed mreed@foghornnews.com Selena will be in Corpus Christi this month through her wax her figure created by the famous Madame Tussauds. The third annual Fiesta De La Flor is Corpus Christi’s largest festival honoring the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla. The Selena wax figure is coming all the way from Hollywood for the festival.

“Madam Tussaud Hollywood has been so overwhelmed with the response from visitors coming in just to see Selena's wax figure. Right now she is the number one attraction for them,” said Suzette Quintanilla, Selena’s sister.

“The opportunity to ask Madame Tussauds to possibly have the wax figure came up during a call. I simply asked if they would consider lending her for a couple of days for our annual festival that is held here in our hometown and they said I think we can. I was so surprised cause I really didn't think they would say yes,” Suzette Quintanilla said.

According the Corpus Christi Visitors bureau, special guests will also appear at this year’s event, including actress Jackie

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Selena tribute band Elida y Avante performs at the 2016 Fiesta De La Flor honoring the memory of Tejano singer Selena. This year's upcoming festival will include many live performances and the wax figurine of Selena from Madame Tussauds Hollywood wax museum.

Cruz from “Orange is the New Black.” Also, actress Jackie Guerra, who played Suzette Quintanilla, the sister and drummer for Selena in the movie “Selena,” will be on hand.

More than 55,000 people from 36 states and seven countries attended the festival in 2016.

The festival will feature El Mercado, live entertainment, fire-

works, Silent Disco experience and food trucks.

“The Mercado will feature two special components, which includes over 40 international vendors from Ecuador, Mexico and all over South America and that will include handmade goods as well as the 30 vendors from the United States. Each vendor that turns in an application turns in a story

of how much they love Selena and how they were inspired. Each vendor sells handmade items,” said Heidi Hovda, with the Corpus Christi Visitors Bureau.

Live music will include Grammy award winning A.B.Quintanilla y Elektra Kumbia, Jimmy Gonzalez, La Mafia along with Tejano artist Megan Chapa, Isabel Marie, David Marez, Las Fenix, Pete Au-

studillo, Adalberto and the Latin Breed, and top 40s band Finding Friday.

The event will take place March 24-25 in downtown Corpus Christi, at the North Bayfront Park. The two-day admission cost is $15 and includes the viewing of the wax figure.

For more information go to visitcorpuschristitx.org.

Reviews

'John Wick' returns with a vengeance

'Red Queen' series has fans eagerly anticipating the next one Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com

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John Wick (Keanu Reeves) stands his ground, ready for an ensuing gunfight, in "John Wick: Chapter 2," the followup to the hit film in 2014 directed by Chad Stahelski.

Keanu Reeves delivers a sequel packed with action Matthew Tamez mtamez@foghornnews.com “John Wick: Chapter 2” is an action thriller directed by Chad Stahelski and written by Derek Kolstad. Keanu Reeves returns in the title role for this sequel, which is a delight to watch for older audiences.

“Chapter 2” takes place shortly after the first movie, where John had come out of retirement as a hitman to avenge the death of his dog, a final gift from his dead wife. Believing the ordeal to be over, John returns home

only to find that Santino D’Anto- ity to survive another life-ornio (Riccardo Scamircio), an old death ordeal. acquaintance Reeves spent noticing that he months training Cast: has come out with firearms, A of retirement, knives and handarrives at his to-hand combat Script: home and calls to get ready for A+ upon a debt this amazingly that Wick owes choreographed Cinematography: him. Wick must action movA+ honor his debt, ie. The camera Soundtrack: or risk breakholds up very A ing the rules of well and steady the Trade and during each Overall: forfeiting his fight scene, dislife.

However, pensing with the A his target is a so-called “shaky very special one cam” and instead indeed, with his client having delivers easy to follow and wonplans of his own, Wick must use derful to watch fight scenes. his cunning, training and tenac- The dialogue and plot develop-

ment of the movie arevery well placed. While the dialogue isn’t meant to be witty or funny, it is amusing to see the characters acknowledge and fear Wick’s superior training.

The movie builds upon the original world established in the previous movie, explaining a few of the secrets of the world Wick had left and adding even more mysteries to be revealed in possible sequels.

“John Wick: Chapter 2” is a must watch for anyone interested in action movies. There are very few, if any, problems with this movie as a whole and action fans should see it in theaters. @acheddarmonk

Nintendo's newest console offers fun and innovation Nintendo Switch gives lots of joy despite a few errors Victor Rhodes vrhodes@foghornnews.com

The Nintendo Switch is unlike any gaming console imagined. It birthed a new, innovative way to play video games -- on the go and living room experience.

The Switch was officially unveiled in October 2016 via an online teaser video. Nintendo released more information a few months later.

After unboxing it, I was surprised by Switch’s slick design. Most gaming consoles were oversized machines and heavy. Switch, however, looks familiar to tablets such as the Apple iPad or Amazon Kindle. It felt light and comfortable while holding the console.

The console includes a HDMI docking system, which allows gamers to play video

games on their television, and two controllers called Joy-Con; each controller has built in motion controls and HD Rumble.

The Joy-Con controllers feel small and cramped for someone who has large hands.

Nintendo thankfully released a traditional controller.

HD Rumble sounds like a neat concept but is not quite there yet.

Nintendo claimed at their January conference that players can feel objects from JoyCon controllers. Most Switch titles either fully or partially use the feature. One launch title called “1 2 Switch” makes full use of HD Rumble. Nintendo sadly did not bundle the game.

Overall, I enjoyed playing with my Switch.

It has a few trial and errors that Nintendo can easily fix down the road. Nintendo Switch is an instant buy if people want to play Nintendo, casual or quirky video games. @rhodesjr85

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The Nintendo Switch is the newest console from Nintendo and has already become its hottest selling product.

Society is already separated by classes due to economic standings, but what if it was divided by the color of your blood? In the series “Red Queen” by Victoria Aveyard, that is exactly how society is divided.

The story follows Mare, a girl who is trying to earn some money for her family to survive.

She and her family are considered red blood because they are nothing special, while the elites and royals have silver blood Contributed photo because they have special abilities. While trying to find work, the royals discovered she has an ability even though her blood is red. They take her in and turn her into a royal, hiding who she really is by creating a story and new identity for her. Many people in her village see as an opportunity to be around the elites and royals, but she sees it as if she was robbed of her life, “I'm an accident. I'm a lie.

And my life depends on maintaining the illusion.”

The story keeps you glued to the pages. Whenever the characters have a down moment that is just dialogue, you have to expect something major will happen in the next page. The description is so very well written that you can picture it in your head how the place or location looks like. The characters are well put together with their own strengths and weaknesses, so it gives good drama between the characters and brings out secrets that can twist their situation.

After reading the first book I had to read the second book, “Glass Sword.” Just like the first one, the story trapped me in after the first chapter. I continued to read because I really wanted to know what happens to the characters and if another curve ball is coming. If you like reading a story that keeps you on your toes the whole way through and makes your heart race with anticipation then this is the series for you.

The third book, “King’s Cage,” came out in February. It is the longest so far but really worth the read. Each book ends in a cliff hanger, even though I know that I can never prepare myself for what’s to come. I think the worst part is having to wait a while for the next book to come out. “In the fairy tales, the poor girl smiles when she becomes a princess. Right now, I don't know if I'll ever smile again.” @BrittClaramunt

ENTERTAINMENT

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Reviews

Shyamalan’s latest is one to talk about ‘Split’ delivers frustration and a discussion starter Adriana King aking@foghornnews.com M. Night Shyamalan has been making movies since before I was born and is known to make some weird, shocking and downright surprising ones. I’ve seen some of his films and have heard about others from people I know, so when his psychological thriller “Split” came out, I was ready to be a part of the first wave of people seeing it and reacting.

All movies have conflict and the problems in this film were all based around Kevin Wendell Crumb, who suffers from dissociative identity disorder, kidnaps 3 girls and keeps them in some secret location.

When the multiple personalities start to show themselves to the girls, they can’t help but wonder, is this guy crazy or messing with us? This aspect of the victims being unfamiliar with anything like this and not knowing what to do gave a good angle to the fear they had and helped me empathize with their struggle and frustrations.

Throughout the movie, there are glimpses into the past of the main female character, Casey.

While her troubling, abusive past gives us insight into how she makes her decisions, the open ended conclusion to her history of abuse is quite frankly annoying as heck. I know that intentionally the answer to how she handles her predator uncle is left out, but boy do I want to know, and I suppose that’s the purpose of that anyways.

James McAvoy, who played our killer and essentially six other characters was fantastic as an actor. At points I forgot that it was one person playing many parts rather than different actors altogether. He committed to character, whether playing a killer, a woman, a 9-year-old boy or just a scared, sick man sharing a body.

One big problem I have with this movie is that while we have

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James McAvoy stars as Kevin, a man with many different personalities in his mind including a 9-year-old boy named Hedwig, in M. Night Shyamalan’s latest thriller, “Split.” the side of this man and the girls he’s kidnapped, we frequently see him going to his doctor, a psychologist who focuses on people with dissociative identity disorder, or DID. This doctor is almost fanatic about her patients with DID, taking part in large conferences to introduce the idea that people who suffer from DID are essentially superheroes, better than the average human, able to change their physical chemistry according to whatever personality they possess, etc.

The problem here is that the movie, in a lot of ways, tries to vouch for people with multiple personalities. It certainly works on raising awareness for the dis-

order, but then the only person we see in the movie is a kidnapper/murderer/psychotic man who wreaks havoc the entire two hours or so.

What a huge step forward for the mentally ill community -- lmao. Like, the movie does a strange job balancing representation for mentally ill and using one man’s mental illness to literally make him a monster, but OK. Also, the main antagonist, who preys on young women, well he searches for those who are unpure or “un-hurt.” Essentially, if he sees someone who has it too good and hasn’t suffered in their lives, they become a target. But, that ignores the countless people who suffer in-

wardly, those with depression or any other “invisible” ailment.

This becomes a big part of the movie, but doesn’t make sense.

The main character only sympathizes with people that have hurt, like him, but even his own illness/suffering is unable to be seen physically by others.

Just, the hypocrisy of so many parts of this movie is frustrating.

It leaves some questions and not in a particularly good way.

The resolution is minimal and the frustration is plentiful.

In some ways I almost enjoy the frustration this movie gave me though, because now I have something to talk about with family and friends. If anything, this definitely became a topic of

discussion in my life, which may be what M. Night Shyamalan went for. @KingIsAQueen

Cast: A Script: B+ Cinematography: B+ Soundtrack: C

Overall: B

‘Taken’ prequel an action-packed surprise

getting revenge on those who wronged him while becoming a special operative.

The “Taken” series has made its After Olivier Megaton butchdebut on the small screen on NBC, ered the action scenes in the last and is a prequel telling the story of two “Taken” films, the creators of how Bryan Mills came to be. The the show made sure the action is first film, which starred Liam Nee- done right. The action in the show son, has been considered one of is tense and riveting, especially the greatest action films of all time, a scene involving a gunfight in a but the sequels that came after fell house in the middle of the night. flat and couldn’t match the charm Standen does a good job as a of the first. young Mills. He shows emotion and Clive Standen fills the shoes of is believable in the action scenes.

Neeson, porBeals and the othCast: traying a young er cast members Mills, and has all do a good job Aa lot to prove keeping up with Script: on the first few the material handB+ episodes. Early ed to them. reactions to the The story of the Cinematography: show had peoshow is shockingly B+ ple already disgood and doesn’t Soundtrack: missing it, but feel unnecessary in the first two in any way. Those B episodes it’s too who are dismissOverall: early to jump to ing it should give conclusions. the series a chance B+ After serving as it will surprise as a Green Beret, viewers.

Mills experiences a personal trage“Taken” the TV show could be the dy that sends him on a manhunt to first big surprise of 2017 with good find the people who were respon- action and story. It airs at 9 p.m. sible for it. He is later recruited by Mondays on NBC after “The Voice.”

Christina Hart (Jennifer Beals), the If you’re behind you can watch epispecial deputy director of nation- sodes on NBC.com or Hulu. al intelligence, to join a team of agents that requires a particular set @jonathan10894 of skills. Mills must have to balance Jonathan Garcia jgarcia@foghornnews.com

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Bryan Mills (Clive Standen) readies himself to take out some foes on his mission in “Taken,” a prequel to the popular film trilogy starring Liam Neeson that airs on NBC.

Tale of King Arthur and Camelot gets a new unique twist ‘Mists of Avalon’ a well written tale through the eyes of Morgan Le Fay Catarina Murphy cmurphy@foghornnews.com

The tale of King Arthur and Camelot has been told in books in many different versions, mainly through the eyes of King Arthur himself, and sometimes by the magical Merlin. But the story takes on a new and unique perspective in “The Mists of Avalon,” which tells the Arthurian legends through the woman’s point of view.

The story is mostly told from the eyes of Morgaine, also known as Morgana and Morgan Le Fay. She is usually depicted as the evil sorceress who aids in the destruction of Camelot and King Arthur’s death, also known

as the Goddess of Avalon. In the book, she is dote heavily on Arthur, until an attempt of presented as a woman with incredmurder is made on his life. Auntie ible, unique gifts and a woman of Viviane arrives, and advises Uther to immense power to either destroy or have Arthur fostered away from the build anything in her path. But every court for his own safety, and to let legend must have its beginning, and Morgaine come with her to Avalon the first women we get to meet in to be trained as a priestess of the this version of the story are Viviane, Mother Goddess. From here, Arthur the high priestess of Avalon and trains to be the next king, and we folmother of Lancelot, and her sister Iglow Morgaine’s journey to becoming raine, mother to Morgaine, and later the next Lady of Avalon.

Arthur.

The book shares intimate and Viviane foresees Igraine to bear romantic views of pagan rituals, life a son that will save the island of and customs that make you wish Camelot, but to do so she must Contributed photo that there was a land called Avalon cheat on her husband with Uther Penyou could escape too. dragon, a warlord who becomes the King of After Uther dies in battle against the Saxon Britain after killing Igraine’s husband and im- invaders, Arthur’s story begins as he claims pregnating her. the throne of Britain. Since Arthur must now After Arthur is born Morgaine is mostly defend Britain against the Saxons, Viviane has ignored by both her mother and Uther, who Morgaine make him an enchanted scabbard

that will prevent him from losing blood and gives him the sacred sword Excalibur. With the power of Avalon and his followers, Arthur protects Camelot. But back at home, his wife Gwenhwyfer cannot produce an heir, and she believes it to be the consequence of sin for her lust for Lancelot, and Arthur’s association with Avalon, and when Morgaine makes her way back into the court things really start to unravel.

There is so much more in between the lines, but the story is so well thought out with every twist and turn, that I recommend you read the book and see for yourself how elaborate the woman’s story is told by the author, Marion Zimmer Bradley.

As a fan of the all the Camelot’s legends, this one particularly has a special place in my heart. @Cat_MMurphy

PERSPECTIVE

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Editorial

Del Mar shouldn’t raise tuition It is unfair to increase the financial burden on the students of this community when the school moves in directions that will only increase spending.

During the February Board of Regents meeting, a measure passed with an 8-1 vote to increase tuition for the 2017-2018 school year by $5 per credit hour. This may seem like a nominal amount of money to spend each year, however many students and their families already struggle to pay for college and many graduates struggle to pay back students loans.

Student loans are key here. The school knows that the aid provided will cover the costs of tuition and they know people will continue to apply for aid. So when the state cuts the funding that they provide to our school the school will look to the students to cover the gap. As long as the aid is available tuition raises will continue to plague the student body.

While the editorial board of this paper understands that from time to time tuition increases will be a necessity, we find the timing curious.

The school has furiously been adding administrative positions to the college over the past two years and costs of those salaries have added up in a big way.

According to the Del Mar College Statistical Profile, the faculty salaries budget for the 2014-year was $26,798,654 while the budget for the 2016-year was $26,850,551, a .2% increase over two years.

The budget for non-exempt salaries, meaning teachers, rose from $7,091,881 to $7,919,705, a 10% increase.

However, in 2014 the exempt salaries budget (administrative positions) was $7,603,087 while in 2016 it jumped to $10,350,381. That is a 10% increase for ad-

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ministrative salaries.

The school has been hiring new administrators in anticipation of new campuses and more students. More students never came.

Last fall the college held a press conference to boast of enrollment numbers over 12,000 for the first time in years, but the numbers were pre-certified. The actual numbers for Fall 2016 semester were 11,930, according to the department of Strategic Planning and Institutional Research.

Del Mar used those numbers as one of

the pillars of their argument for people to vote in favor of the Southside Bond. The bond narrowly passed with 53.6% of voters in favor. The bond will total $139 million dollars in tax-funded dollars.

This means that students living in Nueces County and attending Del Mar will be hit twice with increases to fund the college.

Additionally, Del Mar has announced they are hiring a mascot and has commissioned a company to created a costume for said mascot. We contacted the school to get the cost of the mascot, however they have said that the final numbers are not yet

in.

If funds are tight enough that the school felt the need to increase our tuition then why are they able to find the funds right now to hire a consulting company to create a mascot and then commission the actual costume?

The answer again goes back to financial aid. They know the aid will cover the increases.

A community of people that largely live paycheck to paycheck is being nickel and dimed to death by the very institutions we look to to help us advance our lives.

Opinion

Students only learn what they want to How do you feel about tuition going up by $5 per credit hour??

“I feel like they shouldn’t, because classes are already so expensive, having to pay to come here and pay for our books.”

— Ashley Ramirez, nursing

“It’s not unfair, I can see why if you’re paying out of pocket and you don’t have financial aid that hurts us because you have to work extra. Like, I get paid 10 bucks an hour; that’s like an extra six hours I have to work.”

— Jorge San Miguel, paramedic

“I think they shouldn’t raise, I guess because we are all college students and a lot of us do have to work to support this college tuition.”

— Rita Hernandez, art “A bad idea, tuition going up in general. You have low-income families that can’t afford it, like me. ” — Marc Marcha, liberal arts “It’s sort of unfair to students, making it harder to continue an education because it’s making tuition a lot more expensive.”

—Enrique Rios, studio arts

“I find that a little outrageous to be honest. Especially for those who barely have a job, just keeping up with the lifestyle really.

Yeah, I don’t think that is going to work out for some people.”

— Lincoln Williams, digital media

“It is kind of bad for students who are under privileged even for those who will receive financial aid. But it’s good as well for Del Mar to grow.

So it’s kind of more good than bad.”

— Joey Elizondo, engineering technician

passion I think we’d actually enjoy school a lot more. We would look at it not as something we are schedNomaan Khan uled to be at, but as a place that is nkhan@foghornnews.com a part of us and something we have to do with full effort. School is something that provides us with wisdom and helps build a connection with In the pursuit of a college degree, our constructive selves. people forget to actually learn.

How can I learn something here Ultimately, it’s a student’s respon- in class that I can incorporate into sibility to learn in college as much as my life, and then use it to better it is a professor’s to teach them, but myself? Then how can I pass the it seems too many students are rely- wisdom on through not only words, ing on the institution to pass them but even my actions, essentially and “teach” them, so they stop being living out what you actually learn. proactive in the process.

That, to me, is what learning is, not A college professor’s main job just listening to a lecture, not just and concern is to give students the writing some notes down, and then resources and methods so they can only knowing it to pass exams. No, I learn on their own; instructors are think I’d like to know how what I’m supposed to teach being taught will The majority of fit in with my fuyou to fish instead of giving you the and then how students, however, ture, fish, so to speak.

I would be able to The majority of will complain and share the lessons. students, however, What is maswill complain and blame a professor tery? What does it blame a professor mean to become for their for their shortcoma “professional?” To ings and forget that shortcomings and some it can mean college requires having a degree, effort. It’s not just forget that college but to others it a “go with the momeans being so requires effort. good and tuned tion” process.

What are you in with what you’re doing after class is over? Are you learning that people end up learnusing your resources properly, like ing from you as a person. Knowlinstead of Snapping away and In- edge and wisdom are contagious, stagramming, how about using after all. If someone is truly knowlyour phone to watch supplemental edgeable and wise, their every word videos on YouTube? Or maybe you and action is exemplary could try following a certified and We all say we love something and professional blog site and learning we express our passions and dreams insights from there to incorporate. vocally, but when it comes to chasOr maybe using Google to find ing it, we rely on others to master some internships or jobs that con- them for us. We’ll make excuses, nect to your education. There are convince ourselves not to give it one many ways to be involved and there more push, even though there’s a are tools everywhere! Use them! slight voice in your head telling you A classroom is something we’re “one more push.” That is the voice asked to be in for maybe an hour, we should listen to. If we love someor even two at most, and honestly thing and want it, we should always there is no way to fully comprehend give our task that one more rep we and understand your course in only “think” we can do. After all, like the that much time. great Philosopher Rene Descartes Think of all the things we do in said, “I think, therefore I am.” If we can 24 hours -- now how in the world think of it, it can be. can we possibly retain a full college If we think about ourselves as lecture and then expect to perform students, and how to best master well in our courses and then our ca- ourselves by using the tools and reers? wisdom provided at school, there’s Albert Einstein once said, “It is the no reason why we shouldn’t be supreme art of the teacher to awak- that. With our own dedication and en joy in creative expression and will, we can take the great lessons knowledge.” that our institutions give us, and Taken from the man himself, use them to not only become good if we start to look at school as a college students, but to become lifespringboard for our own talents and long scholars.

GAMES

March 20, 2017

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TOP 10

1. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the world’s slowest mammal?

2. HISTORY: Which was the only Confederate state capital east of the Mississippi that did not fall to the Union Army during the Civil War? 3. LITERATURE: Who wrote the novel “Catch-22”?

4. MOVIES: What famous movie had the tagline, “In space no one can hear you scream”?

5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who does the Swiss Guard protect?

6. MEDICINE: What is an otolaryngologist more commonly known as?

7. MUSIC: Which 1980s song featured the lyrics, “Risin’ up, straight to the top, had the guts, got the glory”?

8. FOOD & DRINK: What is sauerkraut made from?

9. AD SLOGANS: What product featured the slogan, “When it rains, it pours”?

Answers

TOP 10

n It was 20th-century American author and playwright Rose Franken who made the following sage observation: “Anyone can be passionate, but it takes real lovers to be silly.” n There are only three places in the world that include St. Patrick’s Day among their official public holidays: Ireland (of course), the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Caribbean island of Montserrat. n It’s not clear exactly how they do it,

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Put your restlessness to good use by indulging the Arian love of exploring new places and seeking new challenges. There also could be a new romance waiting to be “discovered.”

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise message from someone in your past could lead to a long-awaited reunion with a onceclose friend. Also, look for a workplace problem to be resolved in your favor.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your self-confidence is rising, and that should be a significant factor in helping you adjust to a new social situation, as well as adjusting to a series of changes in the workplace.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Turnabout could be lots of fun when someone who previously accepted your tender, loving care without question now suggests that he or she wants to start taking care of you.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Put the lessons you learned from past disappointments to work in planning your future. The way ahead opens to opportunities “purrfectly” suited to the adventurous Lion.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This is a good time to renew contacts with family members and/or old friends who somehow slipped off your personal viewing screen in recent years. Travel also is favored.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Most problems surrounding that recent

but, according to those who study such things, bald eagles mate while they’re in midair. n Do you ever get to the end of a relaxing weekend, only to feel depressed at the prospect of heading back to work Monday morning? Well, the Germans have a word for that: sonntagsleerung. It literally means “Sunday emptying.” n Some historians claim that President Andrew Jackson believed the world was flat. n If it could avoid its inevitable dissipation, the typical cloud could circumnavigate the earth in less than two weeks. n In the United States, nuns have a longer life expectancy than any other demographic group.

Thought for the Day: “Science is

personal situation have been resolved, and that means you should move on to other things that are important to you.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Spend this weekend recharging your physical and spiritual energies. When you return to your workaday world, you’ll be ready to take on that new project.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Be careful how you advise a troubled friend. Even your wise counsel could be misunderstood. Better to suggest that he or she seek professional help.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Family problems once again dominate and, once again, everyone seeks your guidance in these matters. Later, you can indulge in some much-needed relaxation.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Some mixed signals create confusion in the workplace. Best advice: Ask for explanations before you attempt to deal with any of these matters on your own.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A patch of roiling water in the workplace could be threatening, but stay the course and you’ll soon be clear of it. Then go out and have a great time with loved ones.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your extraordinary leadership qualities mark you as someone people can turn to for guidance in difficult situations.

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more than a body of knowledge; it is a way of thinking. I have a foreboding of an America ... when the United States is a service and information economy; when nearly all the key manufacturing industries have slipped away to other countries; when awesome technological powers are in the hands of a very few, and no one representing the public interest can even grasp the issues; when the people have lost the ability to set their own agendas or knowledgeably question those in authority; when, clutching our crystals and nervously consulting our horoscopes, our critical faculties in decline, unable to distinguish between what feels good and what’s true, we slide, almost without noticing, back into superstition and darkness.” -- Carl Sagan - King Features Syndicate Inc.

1. The three-toed sloth 2. Tallahassee, Florida 3. Joseph Heller 4. Alien (1979) 5. The pope

6. Ear, nose and throat doctor 7. “Eye of the Tiger” 8. Cabbage 9. Morton Salt

SPORTS

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Tennis players have no love for heat Weather proves to be as hot as the competition Dominic Perez dperez@foghornnews.com

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Intramurals singles tennis tournament had a great turnout with 11 players signed up, ready to play and racquets in hand. Unfortunately, time restrictions and the inability to have a second day due to several players being unable to return led to more of a “thanks for coming out, here’s a T-shirt” type of feel.

Nonetheless, the competition was fierce despite the hot, humid weather, forcing one Gage Freeland to change from wind pants to shorts to deal with the heat. There was water and tennis racquets provided by the intramurals sports workers for anyone who needed them. The highlight of the day was a pair of longtime players actually turning out to be sisters.

“I’ve been playing since I was 8 and fell in love with the sport because my whole family has been avid tennis players. In high school is when I started getting competitive because there is more of a team aspect and teammates motivating each other. This is my second time playing intramural tennis and here there is more of a singular competitiveness but is still very fun. The fact that I can play this sport for several decades is the difference compared to other sports that I appreciate. In basketball and football you don’t see 40 or 50 year olds playing competitively like in tennis or golf,” said Alex Barrera, who was joined on the court by her sister Sarah Barrera.

“I just expected to have fun out here and win,” Sarah said when asked what she expected from intramurals this semester.

The next sport for intramurals is basketball starting on March 21, which has been highly anticipated since the completion of the new gym floor. Having seen several students playing pick-up games in the gym indicates an urge to compete and win. Go to the intramurals office, which is in the Kinesiology Building Room 108, to be put on a team if need be. @domlive95

INTRAMURALS SCHEDULE March 21-30: 5-on-5 Basketball March 27: 3-point Contest April 4-13: Indoor Soccer April 18: Swim Meet April 25-27: 5-on-5 Wiffle Ball Ongoing: 100 Mile Challenge 500,000 Step Challenge

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Eric Trevino prepares to return the ball during the intramural tennis match on March 7.

Brandon Cribb listens as intramural staff announce court assignments during the tournament, which had nearly a dozen players.

Sarah Barrera takes on her competition hitting the ball to beat her opponent.

View registration details and event times at www.delmar.edu/kine/ intramurals.html.

Springing into action at 5K run While the heat may have frustrated some of the tennis players, those who turned out for the Spring Break 5K Run were treated to a light

drizzle.

The March 9 run, an annual event before Spring Break, had the eight participants circling East Campus.

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