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Center readies students for next step Career counselors aim to help those nearing workforce Warren J. Maxwell wmaxwell@foghornnews.com Students often wonder what the next step after college really means to them. Some choose to transfer while others already start looking for employment. Former Del Mar student Victor Alcocer fortunately was well-prepared and found employment in a local refinery with the help of the Career Development Center. “Securing a career in today’s job market is very competitive,” Alcocer said. Students have many tools and
resources available to them so they can begin their journey into the workforce while they’re still in school. “The Career Development Center is an empowering resource that provided the confidence to help me succeed in obtaining my career goals,” Alcocer said. Fernando Garza, career counselor for the Career Development Center, is always eager and willing to assist students in making a change in their lives. “That’s the important thing — making sure students understand the career they’re getting into,” Garza said. Students oftentimes don’t understand what they’re walking into when they apply for jobs after graduating. It takes way more
than a college degree to get you through the door. “You’ve got to sell yourself,” Garza said. He added that students need to establish themselves to their potential employer. “We recommend that students research the company they’re applying for,” Garza said. Helping students transition from college to the real-world workforce takes more than just a few steps and a good resume. “Be prepared as possible and do some networking,” Garza said. Students should be prepared to walk into interviews with a confident and reassured mindset so they can look good for potential employers. (See Careers on Page 8)
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As a career counselor, Fernando Garza assists students with preparing to find jobs during and after attending Del Mar.
DMC faces possible payment
Jury rules school must pay former professor $664K
Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com Del Mar College owes a former employee over half a million dollars after losing a lawsuit over a contract dispute. Former history professor Bruce Olson sued the college in June 2012, after Olson felt the college was breaching a contract that had come from mediation of a settlement from two previous lawsuits Olson had filed against the college. During mediation from the first two lawsuits, Del Mar College agreed to allow Olson to participate in an early retirement program if he promised to drop the lawsuits and release Del Mar College from liability. The two previous lawsuits Olson filed were about discrimination and retaliation that he felt he had received from Del Mar College. The first two lawsuits were filed in 2011. Olson’s previous lawsuits against Del Mar College claimed that the college violated the Equal Employment Opportunity Act based on his gender and certain activities, like his involvement in Americans with Disabilities Act accomodation requests, EEOC complaints and whistle-blower complaints. Olson also claims that the college retaliated against him for reporting activites of officials at the college. Olson claimed that the agreement did not require him to retire before receiving $100,467 in salary plus $37,392 for accrued unused vacation and sick leave from Del Mar College; however, Del Mar College disputed that claim, which led to the most recent lawsuit. The most recent lawsuit led to a jury finding that Del Mar College owed Olson $544,000 (See Olson on Page 8)
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Cheyenne Garza spent about three hours getting into character as Coventina. Garza said she was inspired by her love of mermaids and ocean life. The texture in her makeup was created by airbrushing over mesh that she laid on top of her base color.
Student makeup wows crowd Project Del Mar showcases techniques learned throughout the semester
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Caitlynn Mitchell arrived at the Fine Arts Building three hours early to start applying her makeup for the 2 p.m. show. “I started working on my character right after Halloween. My fiancé upset me so I decided to make my character eat him,” Mitchell said. The class was tasked with not only creating a unique makeup design but also creating a full character with back-story and costume, said Shara Haghjoo, associate professor of drama. The class got off to a rocky start after Hurricane Harvey put everyone almost a month behind schedule. “This class was able to complete all the assignments and everyone is on time. We didn’t cut anything out of the core syllabus,” Haghjoo said. (See Makeup on Page 16)
Serrina Hernandez applies paint to her neck as she works to complete her character before the 12th annual Project Del Mar.
Nada que temer todo bajo control Educación ante un atentado a la integridad
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Agentes de seguridad de DMC monitoreando todos los ångulos posibles para prevenir y actuar ante cualquier insidente.
La seguridad es un tema de importancia para todos, especialmente después de ver tantos atentados masivos en los últimos meses que han dejado victimas letales en diferentes puntos del país. Para hablar de este tema hay que entender que hay atentados de diferentes tipos, aunque todos caen
en la categoría de crímenes. Del Mar College cuenta con un plan de seguridad amplio, desde educación del personal y estudiantes, prevención y entrenamiento necesario para responder a cualquier tipo de atentado. Lauren White, Jefa de Seguridad de DMC, nos explicó los avances e implementaciones de seguridad que hay alrededor de los campus del DMC. Que van desde cámaras de seguridad, trabajo en conjunto con el Departamento de Policía de Corpus Cristi, Cuerpo de Bomberos de CC, Empresas de seguridad
privadas y entrenamiento especializado para poder responder en 30 segundos máximo a cualquier alerta o atentado que pudiera ocurrir en cualquiera de las instalaciones del DMC. En el tema específico de armas de fuego y de atentado a grupos con cualquier tipo de arma. White explica que lo primero es resguardarse y ponerse a salvo. www.delmar. edu/safety es un recurso bastante completo para aprender que hacer ante cualquier atentado o emergencia. La mejor (See Seguridad on Page 4)
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Facilities will close during holiday break Gabbi Williams gwilliams@foghornnews.com
Del Mar College libraries will be closed over the holiday break. Both the White Library on East Campus and the Barth Learning Resources Center on West Campus will close at 5 p.m. Dec. 19 for Christmas break.
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Cristina Arriola studies on the third floor of the White Library before finals. Special hours will be offered 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday Jan. 3-12, with the libraries closing at 12:30 p.m. Fridays and closed on the weekend. The facilities plan to resume
normal hours on Jan. 16. Spring semester classes also start Jan. 16. The Barth Learning Resource Center and White Library will then be open from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and
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9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. The White Library is additionally open on Sundays from noon to 8 p.m. For more information call the libraries at 361-698-1310 (East Campus) or 361-698-1754 (West Campus).
Workshops help students apply Events open to those who need help with admissions, FAFSA Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com If a student needs assistance or has any questions in general, the Del Mar Admissions and Financial Aid Workshops are for them. Campus representatives offer assistance with your ApplyTexas. org application to start you on the path toward graduation. They help activate your WebDMC information or help you with any questions about Financial Aid, all in the interest of starting you down your career path. “Students need to learn about
the enrollment checklist in regards to the workshop,” outreach aide Maricela C. Huerta said. “Our Financial Aid Workshops are tailored so that students can get the full benefit of registering for financial aid.” There are now updated and more flexible hours being offered for students. “For student convenience the workshop is now being offered Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. And on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.,” said Student Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator Sara J. King. The workshop is also available from 4-7 p.m. on the first Mondays of the month. “The workshop was started to help students enroll from start to
A fond farewell to the Foghorn Natalie Murphy nmurphy@ foghornnews.com
I am beyond sad that my time at the Foghorn News is coming to an end. I joined the paper unwittingly in fall ’16 when I changed my major after the loss of my son. I remember being so intimidated my first few days but that went away quickly. I was welcomed into the “family” and never looked back. The Foghorn News has been a place of healing for me after the loss of my son. I didn’t realize how much I needed to find a place like this until I was in the middle of it. I have formed friendships, learned a multitude of new skills, and found a passion that I never imagined. There had never been a time in my life when I even considered journalism as part of a career but once I started with the program I knew I was in the right place. Over the course of the last year and a half I have been giv-
en so many opportunities to do things that I will carry with me for the rest my life. Having the privilege to attend several journalism conferences and learn from industry professionals from around the country has been one of the many highlights of my time here. Having two amazing advisers that have stood behind the work of the students in the program on numerous occasions has also been a huge blessing. I have witnessed them both go to bat for this publication and for those of us who work on it several times without hesitation. Working at the Foghorn News has been a great joy of mine. Seeing my hard work on pages in the hands of the students, faculty, and staff has been an honor. As I get ready to leave the Foghorn News and then to leave Del Mar, I simply want to say thank you to everyone who has helped me get to where I am. I couldn’t have gotten through all this without the suppport that I’ve had. My choice to go back to school was a good one. My choice to do it here was a great one.
ENROLLMENT CHECKLIST n Apply to Del Mar College n Apply for financial aid/scholarships n Provide proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination n Activate your MyDMC n Meet with an adviser and register for classes n Collect campus essentials and finish,” King said. Deadlines are immensely important in starting down an inviolable path to an interest in a career. King said the FAFSA for fall 2018 is already open, and “it’s im-
go to class n Submit official transcript(s) n Complete TSI requirements or submit exemptions n Submit other documentation n Attend new student orientation n Pay tuition
portant for students to apply as early as possible.” The workshops are held in the Enrollment Center room 127 in the Harvin Center. “Every student has a future at Del Mar,” Huerta said.
One story done another one begins Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@ foghornnews.com
I knew I always wanted to go to college after high school. But when I graduated I didn’t feel ready to leave and be on my own. Taking AP and honors classes all four years of high school prepared me for the workload of college but personally and mentally it did not. When I first came to Del Mar I was not expecting to be so involved. I thought about not doing anything my first semester so I could get use to being a college student. But that really went out the window. Aside from doing speech and debate in high school, I was really involved with journalism. After helping with the high school newspaper and being editor-in-chief of the yearbook, I felt nervous about joining the Foghorn News. If it wasn’t for my boyfriend, Lennon Mendiola, motivating me to join I think I still would have been doubting my writing and storytelling abilities. The Vocal Vikings gave me the opportunity to travel every other weekend to compete in speech and debate. It was mentally and
physically draining but I got to meet amazing people from around the country who have become my friends. The idea on not getting involved was quickly overshadowed by joining clubs, organizations and being able to be an anchor for Del Mar Now Update. In my two years at Del Mar I never thought I was going to gain a list of accolades. One that shines the most is being inducted into the Hall of Fame because I etched myself into Del Mar’s history. With everything I’ve done on campus or out in the community, I always came back to the Foghorn News. I have a love for telling stories, especially students’ stories. Like the journalism room in high school, the Foghorn newsroom was always the place I would feel comfortable. I came from being nervous and scared to being accomplished and then some. I was not working for the awards or recognition; it was just my natural work ethic. I’m proud to have been able to study at Del Mar and gain confidence in myself in things that I didn’t feel ready for when I graduated high school. I will miss Del Mar and everything I’ve done. UTRGV better get ready for me because that confidence will come with me.
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Around Campus Handmade pottery to be sold in Harvin Center
The Student Art Association will be selling handcrafted pottery at the Fall 2017 Be Bop Bowl from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6 in the Harvin Center. In the seasonal mood, the Student Art Association will be featuring pasta bowls, tea sets and many other pieces. For more information on the pieces that will be sold, contact Amorette Garza, professor of art, at 361-698-1217.
Registration for spring semester has begun
The deadline for early registration and payment for Del Mar College’s spring semester credit courses is Dec. 4, with payment due by 6:30 p.m. The courses offered for the spring semester include 8-,14-
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Students wait in line at the finacial aid office during registration last semester. The office is one of many now using the Viking Virtual Line. ,15- and 16-week sessions, along with Rapid III, Rapid IV sessions
and Maymester sessions. Spring classes begin Jan. 16.
The college will be closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday on Jan. 15. If individuals don’t pay for tuition fees, schedules will be dropped from the system and open seats will be made available for the next registration, which means individuals will have to drop and register again. Registration will reopen on Dec. 5 until 5 p.m. Registration online will still be available through winter break, which is scheduled Dec. 20-Jan.2. The final registration date is set for Jan. 10. Late registration is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 6, from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jan. 9 and from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 10. For more information, call 361-698-1290, 361-698-1741 or 1-800-652-3357, or email enroll@ delmar.edu. — Compiled by Mia Estrada
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Searching for a place to study for finals Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Whether at home or on campus, students are likely searching for a comfy, quiet place to study for finals. Del Mar College is a nontraditional school so it caters to students in a variety of situations. For Tabitha Claypool, a nursing major, a quiet place is hard to come by when trying to manage a full house. “I have four kids so I can put them to bed then I can go study in my bedroom,” Claypool said. Other students face a similar situation with kids but find peace and quiet on campus. “I have a son at home so he can be little bit crazy, so I go to the library, like on the second floor, in the study rooms because it can be for you and a small group,” Kendrick said.
The library is a hot spot for students during finals week. It is quiet and free from distractions especially if a view is available to feel comfortable. “I like the Stone Writing Center. I like to sit at a table that looks out the window so I feel comfortable. I can also have access to a computer at any time,” said Darrin Allen, an occupational therapy major. Where ever students choose to study there are a variety of places on campus that are quiet, comfortable and have a view. And with the weather nice lately, lots of people have been seen studying outside.
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Nursing major Myrah Martinez studies for an anatomy and physiology exam on the second floor of the Coles Building.
When life gives you lemons Zen Zone provides
quiet place to relax
Counselors are here to help when stress gets to be too much
Students can find some peace in the Harvin Center
the needs of students. The Zen space is whatever you want it to be, according to Hernandez. It’s not tied to any spirituality and it’s just a space to relax. Azrael Montoya “We were not the brainchild amontoya@foghornnews.com in coming up with the Zen Nursing major Joy Williams Zone, but felt it was necessary emerged from the Zen Zone for for students,” Hernandez said of the first time, feeling relaxed. the idea, spotted first at other “I really enjoy the Zen setting campuses. because it’s Every student relaxing and “I really enjoy the Zen needs a place calming. I also they can setting because it’s where like the essenjust zone out. tial oils be- relaxing and calming. “Because of cause they’re campus life it’s also relaxing. I also like the essential hard to get that I use it to get Zen in every day. away from the oils because they’re In the future I’m noise of camhoping it can also relaxing.” pus life,” Wilbecome part liams said. — Joy Williams, nursing of my weekly If students schedule,” Wilneed a place liams said. to tune out their busy lives, There are still more bright they too can find refuge in the things coming for the Zen Zen Zone. The Counseling Cen- Zone. ter began the zone in 2014. “In the future we hope to exAny student can use the Zen pand the Zen Zone for greater Zone, said counselor Rita Her- effectiveness so that multiple nandez. students can relax and escape “All the student has to do to the noise that is DMC,” Hernangain access to the Zen room is dez said. be a student,” she said. A student can just walk in The Zen sessions are usually and sign up to relax in the Zen 20 minutes but the Counseling Zone, upstairs in the Harvin Department offers flexibility for Center.
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Whether it is the stress of the semester or the responsibilities that naturally come with life, students can often feel overwhelmed. Rita Hernandez, Del Mar College’s lead counselor, makes it her full-time job to counsel and reassure students who may be enduring significant hardships in their lives. “Many times students will come in with personal issues that really don’t have anything to do with academics, but are definitely effecting their academics,” Hernandez said. When life takes a toll on students the solution is often complicated. College students are different than any other type of grade level. “A lot of times students wear several different hats. They’re not just students, sometimes they’re employees, or caregivers or parents,” Hernandez said. Former Del Mar student Jordan Bangert opened up about her recent counseling sessions, and how they helped shape her new perception of life. “The thought of counseling made me really nervous. It’s really hard to admit you have a problem and talk to someone about what’s going on inside your own head,” Bangert said.
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Students should schedule sessions to speak with counselors. Students oftentimes encounter real-life problems that make college seem like an unconquerable task. “There are going to be days when you feel like there’s so much coming out and there’s so many issues, and there’s so much more problems then you realize you had,” Bangert said. Sometimes all students really want is a shoulder to cry on and to have their voices heard by someone else. “I didn’t realize how bad my issues were until I was saying it out loud to
someone else,” Bangert said. “I believe that counseling can definitely help a student, especially if they’re experiencing a great loss or hardship,” cosmetology student Danielle Garza said. Students are encouraged to seek out counseling if they’re experiencing any type of mental stress or feel that they can not perform due to stress or anxiety. “We don’t know what issues we have inside our own heads because it sounds so normal to us,” Bangert said.
Preparations for fall graduation ceremonies begin around DMC Graduation will take place the American Bank Center Dec. 15 Gabbi Williams gwilliams@foghornnews.com
With graduation around the corner, Del Mar College students and their family and friends may have some questions regarding commencement. Commencement will take place Dec. 15 at the American Bank Center. Participants need to arrive no later than 5:45 p.m., while doors open for guests at
6 p.m. Students are strongly suggested to attend the information center at 12pm in the American Bank Center. The information session is to ask questions and go over the night’s events. Parking lots 10 and 24 are reserved for graduates until 5:45 p.m. but will be open to the public after that. All other parking lots will require a parking fee. Veterans and members of Del Mar College affiliated international and national honor societies may wear their honors regalia that were obtained from
the organization’s advisor. Ceremonies will begin at 7 p.m. A professional photographer will be taking pictures and recording the ceremony, which will be available for purchase. Graduates are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes because there will be a lot of standing and walking. Strollers, car seats, balloons, monopods, tripods and outside food or beverage are not allowed in the American Bank Center. Students are encouraged to check their WebDMC email and canvas page for up to date information.
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A graduating student waves to her family in the audience before walking the stage during a recent graduation ceremony.
FINAL EXAMS SCHEDULE EXAM DATE
CLASS DAYS
CLASS START TIMES WITHIN PERIOD INDICATED
EXAM TIME
Thursday, Dec. 7
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8-9:20 a.m. 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m. 2-3:20 p.m./2:30-3:50 p.m. 5-6:50 p.m. 8:30-9:50 p.m.
8-10:30 a.m. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 2-4:30 p.m. 5:30-8 p.m. 8:30-11 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 8
MWF, MW, M, W, or F MWF, MW, M, W, or F MW, M, or W FRI
7-7:50 a.m. 10-10:50 a.m./10-11:20 a.m./10:30-11:50 a.m. 3-3:50 p.m./3-4:20 p.m./3:30-4:50 p.m. Evening Classes
7-9:30 a.m. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 3-5:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 9
Sat Sat
Saturday Morning Classes Saturday Afternoon Classes Unscheduled Classes/Conflicts
8:30-11 a.m. 12-2:30 p.m. 3-5:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 11
MWF, MW, M, W, or F MWF, MW, M, W, or F MW, M, W, or F MW, M, or W MW, M, or W
9-9:50 a.m./9-10:20 a.m./9:30-10:50 a.m. 11-11:50 a.m./11 a.m.-12:20 p.m./11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m. 1-1:50 p.m./1-2:20 p.m./1:30-2:50 p.m. 5-6:50 p.m. 8:30-9:50 p.m.
8-10:30 a.m. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 2-4:30 p.m. 5:30-8 p.m. 8:30-11 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
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7-7:50 a.m. 9:30-10:50 a.m. 12:30-1:50 p.m./1-2:20 p.m./1:30-2:50 p.m. 4-5:20 p.m. 7-8:20 p.m.
7-9:30 a.m. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1-3:30 p.m. 4-6:30 p.m. 7-9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 13
MWF, MW, M, W, or F MWF, MW, M, W, or F MWF, MW, M, or W MW, M, or W MW, M, or W
8-8:50 a.m./8-9:20 a.m. 12-12:50 p.m./12-1:20 p.m./12:30-1:50 p.m. 2-2:50 p.m./2-3:20 p.m./2:30-3:50 p.m. 4-5:20 p.m. 7-8:20 p.m.
8-10:30 a.m. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 2-4:30 p.m. 4:45-7:15 p.m. 7:30-10 p.m.
Rapid Track Session I (Aug. 28-Oct. 9) Final exams will be administered on the last class day of the session.
8-Weeks’ Session I (Aug. 28-Oct.19) Final exams will be administered on the last class day of the session.
Rapid Track Session II (Oct. 16-Nov. 27) Final exams will be administered on the last class day of the session.
8-Weeks’ Session II (Oct. 23-Dec. 13) Final exams will be administered on the last class day of the session.
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LGBT community advocates rally A transgender woman was recently killed near Robstown Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@foghornnews.com As authorities continue to investigate the death of a Corpus Christi woman, her sister wants the community to know how special she was. “Everyone in the community, family and friends, knew him to be the kindest most gentle human being in this world,” said Janie Montez, Stephanie Montez’s sister. “To me, he was my beautiful sweet sister.” On Oct. 21, deputies responded to a call for service at County Road 61 outside of Robstown where Stephanie Montez, 47, was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds. Montez was eventually identified as a transgender woman. “We are not exactly sure what she was wearing, but he (Juan Montez) appeared to be
dressed as a female,” reported Capt. Monica Rios from the Nueces County Sheriff's Office. Although Rios also reported that the homicide is unrelated to Montez’s lifestyle, the prominent Corpus Christi LGBT community, many of whom had known Montez, held a trans rights rally on Nov. 4 to promote trans- and queer safety in the United States. According to the Human Rights Campaign organization, roughly 25 cases of transgender hate crime murders have occurred this year in the United States alone. Montez’s case has been claimed the 24th. Sheriff officials working on the case have refused comment during the investigation, but local media have reported the homicide may be linked to a theft. As breaking news, the local media had used male pronouns when referring to Montez. Kathy Huff, board president of the local PFLAG chapter, took notice and called and corrected multiple news outlets.
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Kathy Huff, the board president of the local PLFAG chapter, addresses the crowd at the trans rights rally that was held in response to Stephanie Montez's death. “Original reports got their information from Nueces County,” Huff said. “They’d (initially) got her name in death misgendered, and in the police report as well.” While the homicide has made many in the local LGBT community nervous, acceptance and
safe spaces seem more imperative than ever. According to Teresa Klein, co-adviser of the Del Mar LGBT Safe Space group, the college’s policy includes nondiscrimination for students based on sexual orientation or gender identity, and is working to get more
LGBT-specific faculty training. “It just brought it home,” Klein said. “I think people are aware that transgendered people face a lot of discrimination.” For more information about Del Mar’s Safe Space group, check out their Facebook page at @DMCSafeSpace.
Colegio supervisa la DMC monitors situación de DACA DACA situation Josselyn Obregon jobregon@foghornnews.com
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Ex estudiante de Del Mar College dice que la institución, que promueve que caza sus sueños, ha puesto su sueños en espera. Este es el caso de Susana, estudiante de 24 años y beneficiada por la Acción Diferida para los llegados en la Infancia, “DACA”. Susana llego a los EE.UU. siendo una bebe, empezó sus estudios en una escuela del Valle. Ella y su familia se mudaron a Corpus Christi donde termino la escuela segundaria, e ingreso al Del Mar College. Ella recuerda su experiencia de primer ingreso al colegio DMC como un sueño hecho realidad. Susana recuerda que en esa época muchas personas le ayudaron en el proceso de inscripción y le facilitaron información para obtener ayuda financiera y otros servicios. En el 2014 Susana sufrió un grave accidente que la dejo en silla de ruedas. Varias cirugías para ponerle clavos en ambas piernas y un largo tiempo en terapia para volver a caminar. Por esta razón ella se vio obligada a suspender los estudios en DMC, algo que retomaría en el 2017. Ella nunca imaginaria que todo sería tan difícil a su regreso. Susana cuenta entre lágrimas, cuando regreso para matricularse se topó con muchos obstáculos que antes no había. “Cuando yo solicitaba ayuda, el personal se daba cuenta que soy una estudiante DACA, me negaban la información o me dejaban esperando largo rato. Me estaban discriminando, yo tengo el permiso de estudiar hasta diciembre del 2018.” Susana cuenta que entre los obstáculos que fueron más escusas que nunca pudieron aclarar, están los cobros de matriculación como estudiante internacional. “Una señora me decía, que era porque yo nací en México y no EE. UU. Yo he vivido en Corpus Christi por más de 18 años.” Para Susana y su familia no era tan relevante el costo de la matrícula, lo que más les dolía era la discriminación y la forma injusta en que fue tratada. El tema se tornó en un círculo vicioso y de mala actitud por parte del personal que la atendió. Susana manifestó, “No me contestaban las llamadas, y si venía a las oficinas me dejan esperando por horas.” Susana decidió solicitar asistencia legal a la fundación Raíces. El Foghorn News se contactó con el equipo de Raíces para obtener la información y acceso a los documentos que han enviado con respecto al tema. Marcos GalAviz Luna, de la asociación Raíces, explico que el caso de Susana en términos generales es ilegal. La forma en que fue tratada es una forma directa de discriminación. Las escusas que pusieron para entor-
A former Del Mar College student says the institution, which promotes chasing dreams, has put her dreams on hold. Delia Susana, 24, is benefited by DACA program. Susana came to the United States as a baby. She started studies at a Valley school then moved to Corpus Christi and entered Del Mar College. She remembers her first experience to Del Mar College as a dream come true. Susana recalls that at that time many people helped her in the enrollment process and provided information to get financial aid and other services. In 2014, Susana suffered a serious accident that left her in a wheelchair. She required several surgeries to put nails in both legs and a long time in therapy to walk again. For this reason, she was forced to suspend the studies at DMC, something that would resume in 2017. She never imagined that everything would be so difficult and frustrating on her return. Susana emotionally recalled that when she returned to enroll and finish her studies, she encountered many obstacles that had not previously. "When I asked for help, the staff realized that I am a student DACA. They denied me the information or left me waiting for a long time. I was being discriminated against, I have permission to study until December 2018,” she said. Susana said that among the obstacles were more excuses that could never be clarified, are the fees of enrollment as an international student. "A lady told me, it was because I was born in Mexico and not the United States," Susana said. "I have lived in Corpus Christi for over 18 years." For Susana and her family it wasn’t so much about the cost, but at feeling discriminated against and treated unfairly. “I became so uncomfortable with the situation that I decided to apply for legal assistance to the Fundación Raíces,” Susana said. The Foghorn News contacted Raíces for legal information on the subject and access to the documents regarding the topic. “The case of Susana in general terms is illegal,” said Marcos GalAviz Luna, part of the team of the association Raíces. “The way it was treated is a direct form of discrimination. The excuses they put to hinder the registration process
(Seguridad from Page 1) forma es la seguridad preventiva en la cual se trabaja contantemente, en conjunto con todas las demás facultades y oficinas de servicio al estudiante, monitoreando casos específicos y un seguimiento de las denuncias recibidas. Entre los planes ejecutados contrastante mente esta la capacitación del personal, y de los estudiantes a través de las plataformas electrónicas DMC, y las orientaciones a los estudiantes de primer ingreso, Laura White sostiene que el objetivo principal es
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pecer el proceso de inscripción de Susana no tienen fundamento. En base a esto hemos el Foghorn News solicito una entrevista con el representante oficial DMC. El Sr. Augustín Rivera, Consultor General DMC respondió lo siguiente: Q: ¿Cuál es la posición del DMC ante los estudiantes DACA "soñadores" que están estudiando actualmente en DMC? Rivera: “DMC está listo para continuar su misión de proporcionar a todos sus estudiantes el apoyo y el acceso imprescindibles para permitirles realizar sus sueños de una educación de calidad, la preparación de la mano de obra y el aprendizaje permanente. (declaración de la misión universitaria del mar). Esto incluye a nuestros estudiantes bajo la acción diferida para las llegadas de la niñez, o Daca, programa. Con una política de admisión de "puertas abiertas", el Colegio Del Mar continuará dando la bienvenida a todos los estudiantes que buscan una educación integral, accesible y de calidad. (declaración de visión del mar).” Q: Del Foghorn tiene conocimiento de casos de estudiantes Daca que han experimentado problema para inscribir en DMC. Y que han sido tratados discriminadamente. ¿tiene conocimiento de estos casos y qué acciones se han tomado? Rivera: “Bajo la ley federal y otras mantener un ambiente seguro para los estudiantes, personal y visitantes. Por lo que invita a reportar cualquier tipo de anomalía, comportamientos violentos o sospechosos que podrían ser un atentado a la integridad humana, a DMC Security (361) 698-1946 o al Número de Emergencia (361) 6981199. En caso de no ser emergencia pueden asistir a cualquier oficina administrativa o en el Harvin Center en busca de asistencia y orientación. También preguntar por el club se seguridad y aprender más del tema.
leyes que protegen la privacidad de cada estudiante del Colegio del Mar, el colegio no puede divulgar ninguna información sobre un estudiante de especifico. Sin embargo, el colegio no tiene quejas documentadas de "trato discriminatorio". En general, el colegio tiene la máxima prioridad en proporcionar a cada estudiante información y asistencia en todos los aspectos del proceso de inscripción, incluyendo registro y admisiones.” ¿Se tienen planes de trabajo para ayudar a los estudiantes de Daca o está trabajando con alguna institución? ¿Cómo contribuye DMC a esta situación? Rivera: “DMC es muy consciente de la situación siempre cambiante en Washington y continuará monitoreando de cerca todos los desarrollos o cambios. El Colegio proporcionará información a medida que esté disponible y anime a cualquier estudiante con preguntas o inquietudes a ponerse en contacto con el Dr. Rito Silva, vicepresidente de servicios estudiantiles.” Este caso ha tenido un seguimiento de más de 2 meses, Foghorn News ha tomado en cuenta las declaraciones de los imbolucrados. Se sabe que al momento se han tenido reuniones con los afectados y se esta buscando una forma eficiente para evitar que estos casos sean recurrentes.
of Susana have no basis and less the process they carried.” Based on this the Foghorn News sought an interview with Augustín Rivera Jr., general counsel for Del Mar College: Q: What is the position of DMC to the students DACA who are currently studying in DMC? Rivera: “Del Mar College stands ready to continue its mission of providing all of its students with the support and access essential to allow them to realize their dreams of a quality education, workforce preparation and lifelong learning. ... This includes our students under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program. With an ‘open door’ admission policy, Del Mar College will continue to welcome all student learners who seek a comprehensive, accessible, quality education.” Q: The Foghorn has knowledge of DACA student cases that have experienced problems enrolling in DMC and say they were treated unfairly. Do you have knowledge of these cases and what actions have been taken? Rivera: “Under federal and other laws protecting the privacy of every Del Mar College student, the College cannot release any information regarding a specific student. However, the College has no documented complaints of ‘discriminatory treatment.’ In general, the College places the highest priority on providing every student with information and assistance in all aspects of the enrollment process, including registration and admissions.” Q: Can DACA students enter DMC and be treated equally in every way (social, academic, economic) or is there any difference for them? Rivera: “Del Mar College values the diversity and contributions of every one of its students and strives to treat every one of them equally with the same respect and dignity.” Q: Do you have any work plans to help DACA students or are you working with any institution? How does DMC contribute to this situation? Rivera: “Del Mar College is very much aware of the ever-changing situation in Washington and will continue to closely monitor all developments or changes. The College will provide information as it becomes available and encourages any student with questions or concern to contact Dr. Rito Silva, vice president for Student Services.”
DMC emphasizes security Josselyn Obregon jobregon@foghornnews.com
Security is a matter of importance to all, especially after so many attacks in recent months that have left dozens dead in different parts of the country. Del Mar College has a comprehensive security plan, ranging from staff and student education to prevention and training necessary to respond to any type of attack. Lauren White, chief of security at DMC, said the college uses a variety of ways to help keep students safe,
including security cameras, working in conjunction with Corpus Christi Police Department, Corpus Christi Fire Department, private security companies and specialized training. The goal is to have first responders on the scene of any incident within 30 seconds at any DMC facility. In the event of a firearm attack, White stressed the importance of keeping safe. The website www.delmar.edu/safety lists several resources and steps to take in any attack or emergency. While DMC trains staff on what to
do in an emergency, students also receive training through electronic platforms and at new student orientation. White said the main goal is to maintain a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. Reports of violent of suspicious behavior should be reported to DMC Security at 361-698-1946 or to the emergency number, 361-6981199. In case of non-emergency, students can visit the administrative office or Harvin Center for assistance and guidance.
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Students learn about other cultures Model U.N., Culture Club hold second annual event Mia Estrada mestrada@foghornnews.com
Collegiate High School’s second annual Culture Fest showcased cultures not just from students’ native countries, but also LGBTQ+ and drag culture. Jeva Adame, a Collegiate High School senior, explored through the countries and recognized each one. “It’s good to be exposed to other cultures, and I recognize the effort our school is making by having this annual tradition,” Adame said. “The festival brings light to all cultures and is a good place to educate one another.” The festival was put on by Model United Nations and Culture Club. Volunteers wore traditional wear and brought customary food that belonged to their culture, educating students about significant background details. Collegiate High School senior Dominique Trujillo wore drag makeup and high heels to presPhotos by Mia Estrada/Foghorn News ent LGBTQ+ and drag culture to Erik SanMiguel (from left), Haneen Fayed and Evelyn Flores stand in line to receive traditional Mexican food, such as rice, sugar cookies and students. “I wanted to show the stu- chips and salsa at Collegiate High School’s Culture Fest. Students enjoyed food and background information from many cultures. dents that, yes, this community is different,” Trujillo said. “But when students come together because of these differences to celebrate one another. we are able to Jenny Mora, achieve and “I want students to put a Collegiate do things that School aside the misconcep- High challenge soEnglish teachtions that they might er and Culture ciety and what is considered Club sponsor, ‘normal,’ like have about certain cul- gives credit to drag, for in- tures and research and the club and stance.” MUN memAlong with investigate things that bers for highdifferent cul- might not be commonly lighting the tures, students different culwere sur- known about cultures.” tures on camprised by the —Jenny Mora pus. live music as “I want stuthey gathered dents to put around student musicians and aside the misconceptions that dancers. Students performed they might have about certain the National Anthem, acoustic cultures and research and inMexican music and folklorico vestigate things that might not danced. be commonly known about culEven though Collegiate is a tures,” Mora said, “so they could smaller school, with about 400 lead to a better school environ- Dominique Trujillo, a senior at Collegiate, shares information about LGBTQ+ and drag culture with students. He also provided colorful cookies at the second annual Culture Fest. students, there are rare times ment.”
Advising process helps students Staying on degree plans help ensure quicker graduations Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com The end of the semester doesn’t just mean finals, but also the rush to select class for the next semester. With a certain amount of credit hours and no advising holds, students can register on their own. However, it can lead to mistakes like not selecting the right class or taking an unnecessary class. “Seeing an adviser is better so the students can be getting the right classes for their major,” said Juli Propp, enrollment specialist. For liberal arts major Zoe
Rhodes, seeing an adviser was helpful in planning what classes to take. However, it did lead to some confusion. “There were a few times that the adviser didn’t give me all the information about a class like on which campus so I had to find out later. It taught me that I needed to follow up on the information they gave me to make sure it really was the best choice for me,” Rhodes said. Students who are not liberal arts majors are advised to see their academic adviser rather than a general adviser in the Harvin Center. “We promote seeing the academic advisers for students who are not liberal arts majors because their adviser will know what classes the student needs to take to graduate or what classes are transferable to universities,” said Nicole
Ramon, enrollment specialist. Often times, students could wait hours to see a general adviser, especially when it is close to a new semester. Speech professor Mendy Meurer suggests students see their major’s adviser rather than a general one or registering on their own because their major adviser would know the best schedule for the student to complete their course work in a reasonable amount of time. “A trusting relationship can be established with the student and major adviser,” Meurer said. Another way to ensure students get the best classes is to sign up early. Spring registration runs through Jan. 10. Contact the Student Enrollment Center at 6981290 for more information.
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Students registering for classes for the fall semester. Spring registration runs through Jan. 10
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Helping ensure meals for the holidays The Coastal Bend Food Bank delivers food to the needy Omar Mickelson omickelson@foghornnews.com After re-establishing itself under a new name early this year, the city’s Coastal Bend Food Bank is busy preparing for yet another holiday season. The highlight of the organization’s agenda for this time of year is typically its annual Share Your Christmas food drive. Beatriz Hanson, executive director of the food bank, said many activities will take place during this time of year. “The Boy Scouts [typically] kick off the holiday season by doing a food drive … the credit unions also do one,” Hanson said, adding that this year’s Share Your Christmas food drive will be Dec. 8. Hanson said there are many pickup stations at H-E-Bs in and around the community, and that this year’s food drive will most likely directly help out the parts of the Coastal Bend that were affected by the Aug. 25 landfall of Hurricane Harvey. Sylvia de la Cerda is the administrative manager for the food bank and manages and oversees the repairs that need to be made to the
facilities, as a result of the damage Harvey inflicted upon the food bank, as well as the USDA contracts and reimbursement reports, for all but two of the 36 years the food bank has been in operation. “The Coastal Bend Food Bank has already distributed over 2,000 pounds of food to the Rockport, Aransas Pass, and Sinton areas,” de la Cerda said. “We are also currently helping out in Beeville.” De la Cerda added that the Golden Crescent Food Bank in Victoria was in need of such a large amount of food that representatives of the Coastal Bend Food Bank went and distributed food in Refugio, Bayside and Woodsboro. “We usually don’t even cover those areas,” de la Cerda said, adding that an exception was made to help fellow South Texans in need. The food bank is always eager to welcome young people from the community who are looking to do volunteer work. Hector Piris, a Collegiate student, distinctly recalls helping out at the facility, when it still operated under the Corpus Christi Food Bank name. He and a classmate went to the food bank during the summer to sign off on community service hours for his school’s graduation, where they sorted out food items that were both expired and usable.
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Volunteers outside the Coastal Bend Food Bank load up vehicles with donations to take to those in need of food this holiday season. “It was eventful.” Piris recalled. “What we did was we ... checked produce so [that it could] be distributed.” Piris and his friend then went
on to check appliances and other household necessities, to prepare them for distribution. “It just made me [feel as though] I was helping [and] giv-
ing back to my community,” he said. The 30th annual Share Your Christmas food drive is set to take place starting at 5 a.m. Dec. 8.
Del Mar students help Harvey victims Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Del Mar College’s Social Work Student Association gave the residents of Refugio one more reason to be thankful last month when the group delivered holiday meals in the town, which is still recovering from Hurricane Harvey. “Gathering everything was kind of a coalition with our Social Work Student Association and the local Communications Workers of America Union. We got to gather about 15 turkeys, six hams, drinks and lots of
sides,” said Kayla Bush, president of the Social Work Student Association. Bush said the group wanted to help victims of Hurricane Harvey. “They are still unable to live a normal life and we are trying to help out as much as we can,” Bush said. Building and maintaining water stations, which the group did earlier this semester in Falfurrias, and donating to storm victims allows students in the club to get a firsthand look at the social work field. “As social work students, we
find different ways of helping out our community and different organizations as well. I feel that it’s important to show compassion toward others in the time of need,” said social work major Jose Leal. Angela Trevino, another social work major, said it felt good to give food to a Refugio doctor who distributed it to the locals. “It was rewarding helping these people in need and to be there for them. It was a great feeling,” Trevino said. @brittclaramunt
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Bags of food and supplies from H-E-B were delivered to people in need in the Refugio area.
Local monument struggling to raise funds
Running Turtle aims to reach $300K goal to build statue
Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@foghornnews.com Almost 20 years ago, road construction crews unearthed the remains of a 13-year-old Comanche girl during expansion on Ennis Joslin. As archaeologists were called in to remove the remains, the scene caught the attention of Larry Running Turtle Salazar, who immediately received a phone call from a Caller-Times reporter. “They thought I’d be angry, or curse, or whatever they thought I was going to be. … I was going over there to ask for forgiveness,” Running Turtle said. “The way they knew it was a Comanche young lady was because of the shimmery objects that were around her, and the type of beadwork, and so on and so forth.” This was not the first such case. Unknown to many residents, Corpus Christi was discovered to be the second largest Native American burial site in Texas as nearly 5,000 Native American bodies have been found from SPID to Ocean Drive since the
Christmas concert returns for holidays
Veronica Vasquez Vvasquez@foghornnews.com Music is what we tend to hear around this time of year to get us in the holiday spirit. The Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra’s “Home for the Holidays” concert is the perfect event to get anyone in the mood for the holidays. The Corpus Christi Symphony has been around since 1945, putting on such events for the community when ticket prices used to be $1.50. Now prices range from $21-$95. Mark Francis, executive director, has only been with the program for a few months but knows the importance of the event. “It is a Corpus Christi tradition,” he said. “The choir rehearses through-
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A table full of various homemade goods for sale by Running Turtle is seen at the Corpus Christi Trade Center. Money raised at the booth will be put toward the $300,000 goal to complete the monument. 1930s. Initially, Running Turtle was inclined to have the name Ennis Joslin changed to Sacred Spirit Trail. “Then, we decided to build a monument,” he said. “Since it’s the second largest (burial site), and yet there’s nothing to commemorate the peo-
IF YOU GO WHAT: Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra's "Home for the Holidays" WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center 6300 Ocean Drive COST: $21-95 out the semester to prepare for the event and there are three major rehearsals that take place before the concert.” Greg Graf, music director, will be directing the Del Mar Master Chorus and Concert Choir along with other faculty members of Del Mar, such as Susan Sturman, Karl Kemm and Scott Hagarty. As the event has grown, so has the location. This year Home for the Holidays will be held at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center, 6300 Ocean Drive. For more information contact the symphony office at 361-883-6683 Tickets will be available at the door or online at www.ccsymphony.org/event/home-for-the-holidays-2017/.
ple that have been here.” The $300,000 monument will be a holy ancestor in his feather headdress, pointing toward the east. “Ishka,” the name of the monument, is an Apache word for “I’ll see you again.” When the holy man faces east on the Ennis Joslin burial ground site, this is
what he will represent to the indigenous population of Corpus Christi. Cheyenne Garza, Del Mar student and Mescalero-Apache descendant, believes it would be beneficial for Corpus Christi to adopt this monument. “We’re not discriminated against,
but we’re not recognized very much,” she said. “My culture is not recognized very much.” This monument has been a project Running Turtle and his team have been working on and funding autonomously with very little outside help and small grants for nearly two decades. Running Turtle can also be found at the Corpus Christi Trade Center, selling hand-made Native American goods. The team, however, has its struggles; of the $300,000 goal, only $22,000 is available. “It’s an uphill battle,” said Teresa Klein, associate history professor at Del Mar College. “Not as many people are bringing attention to this and it’s very, very important.” Klein works along with her husband at Corpus Christi’s Center for Progressive Studies and Culture to aid with helping sell books and hosting galas to raise money as well. “This is going to be a tourist attraction — it’s going to bring out tourist dollars and create quite a bit of respect for that area, above all,” Running Turtle said. Anyone interested in donating to the monument can contact Running Turtle at ishkamonument@yahoo.com or donate at their website, http://ishkamonument.webs.com/.
Tubas provide a spin on holidays Christmas carols played with an interesting twist Jonathan Garcia jgarcia@foghornnews.com Get into the holiday spirit early as the 28th annual Tuba Christmas concert aims to be an afternoon of “Winter Wonderland” memories. This year, the concert will be conducted by Dan T. Sipes of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and Donald Pinson from Del Mar College. The master of ceremonies will be DMC’s David Irving as many tuba, euphonium, baritone and sousaphone musicians play your favorite Christmas tunes with a unique twist. "It will be all the same traditional carols that you hear only that they’re played by tubas, euphoniums and bass instruments,” Irving said. Selections will include “Silent Night,” “Carol of the Bells” and
many other holiday favorites played by a talented group of students and professionals. With the holiday rush right around the corner, Irving hopes the concert will relieve the stress, get people into the Christmas spirit and believes this performance will be one you won’t want to miss. “It’s always worth going to hear good music, and both ensembles are playing very well,” he said. The annual Tuba Christmas concert will take place at noon Dec. 22 at the Plains Capital Bank located at 500 N. Shoreline Blvd. Admission is free along with parking that will be available at A&M-CC as well as on the street at Plains Capital Bank. Area tuba, euphonium and baritone players are encouraged to participate in the event and rehearsal will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. Dec. 22 in Room 127 in the Center for the Arts at A&MCC. Registration opens at 9 a.m. with a $5 registration fee and
Tuba Christmas carol books will be sold for $15. Those participating must provide their own stand for both the rehearsal and performance. For more information, contact Irving at 361-698-1616 or dirving@delmar.edu. @jonathan10894
IF YOU GO WHAT: 28th Annual Tuba Christmas Concert WHEN: Dec. 22 at noon (Concert), 9:30-11 a.m. (Rehearsal, registration opens at 9 a.m) WHERE: Plains Capital Bank 500 N Shoreline Blvd (Concert), Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Center for the Arts (Rehearsal) COST: Free admission to concert, $5 Registration for tuba players fee, Tuba Christmas Carol Book $15
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Slabs and rods replace empty lot Several at Del Mar excited for new building on campus Mia Estrada mestrada@foghornnews.com
Construction for the General Academic and Music Building Phase 2 project has been well on its way, with a few unexpected delays. Electrical infrastructure issues were traced back to where the old English building used to be, which led to workers rerouting the infrastructure. “There were unforeseen underground conditions with piping for stormwater sanitary sewers, and electrical IT infrastructure,” said Michael Armbruster, project manager of Bartlett Cocke & Beecroft. English Professor Veronica Pantoja is excited for the building, especially because employees were asked to look at designs and give
requests. “It sounds beautiful, especially for the indoor/outdoor space that they are suppose to name after Mike Anzaldua,” Pantoja said. Crews have begun working on placing slabs for the first building. After construction is done, workers plan to add walkways for the new building and landscaping touchups. The final product will allow for more classrooms, teachers and new studies. “This helps the future of Corpus Christi, as well as Del Mar College, like my daughter who will get to attend and have better opportunities,” said Milanda Ballesteros, operations office specialist.
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Music building becomes a landmark Facility’s unique design gives it an artistic significance Mark Garcia mgarcia@foghornnews.com Strolling around the East Campus, its hard not to notice the mid-century design of the new music building. Completed in fall 2013 and opened in January 2014, the structure was designed to accommodate updated facilities for music majors. Its glassy, multi-layered exterior gives the building a grandiose appearance, and its vast space provides a much improved level of services for students studying musical theory. “In addition to its impressive appearance, the building both has an open and secluded interior space in which to comfortably study and practice,” said Mike Cantu, a music major and trumpet player. “The building’s new technology has definitely enhanced my musical learning experience as well.” The redevelopment and construction that the Del Mar campus has recently been undergoing is an ongoing effort to further enhance and modernize the learning experience for all students, and the music building has become a prime example of how new improvements in design and construction can better facilitate them. While the main purpose of any new structure is to provide comfortable and efficient interior working space for its occupants, any new mastery in exterior design will provide a structure with (Careers from Page 1) Often students are at a stage between graduation and entering the real world to where they’re ready to start entering the work force. Vanessa Adkins, career development coordinator, makes it her mission to guide students and help them achieve their career goals. “If there are certain employers that students want to see we make sure to try and have those contacts with those employers,” Adkins said.
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Its glassy, multi-layered exterior gives the Music Building a grandiose appearance, and its vast space provides a much improved level of services for students studying musical theory. a measure of artistic merit as well. Famous musical and performing arts venues, such as Carnegie Hall in New York City and the Sydney Opera house in Australia, are prime examples of such architectural mastery, and Del Mar’s music building has also maintained its own unique identity on the campus as well. “Our recent expansion has inDel Mar has multiple tools and online resources that aid students in finding potential employment. An assessment called CHOICES 360 is available for students to use so that they can find out what career is best for them. “Career endeavors are what we’re here for,” Adkins said. The Career Development Center is located in the Harvin Center in Room 190. They assist students from services such as resume building and applying to jobs to mock interviews and job research.
cluded two new recording studios, and a spacious rehearsal hall, accommodating close to 2,200 square feet of floor space,” said Cynthia Bridges, chairwoman and associate professor of the Music Department. “The new facility has definitely exceeded expectations, and its ultra modern technology is state of the art,” Bridges added. (Olson from Page 1) damages plus $120,000 for attorney fees, totaling $664,000. The jury verdict states that both Olson and Del Mar College failed to comply with the agreement, but Del Mar College did so first. Del Mar College will likely appeal if the judge signs off on the ruling. “In this case, in which the College and a former employee are each claiming breach of contract, the College remains
Del Mar’s music building can truly be recognized as a strikingly impressive addition to the college campus. Its inspiring design, by the architectural firm of Richter Associates, distinguishes it as a new prototype for which other college campus structures can be modeled. “The structure has provided confident in its position and looks forward to pursuing its post-verdict and appellate remedies,” stated Augustin Rivera, Jr., the general counsel for Del Mar College. Robert Heil, Olson’s attorney, said the outcome of the case was a “victory for students and faculty.” Heil went on to say that Olson has a history of “standing up for other people’s rights” and that Olson will continue to fight for others at the college.
our students with an even more inspiring environment in which to appreciate the music experience,” Bridges said of the $8.2 million facility. For information on Del Mar’s music program or on upcoming performances by the Corpus Christi Chamber orchestra, contact the Music Department at 361-698-1211.
CRI prepares students Del Mar event teaches individuals softskills for future Mark Garcia mgarcia@foghornnews.com
It’s a term that some students may not know about, but one that has the potential for providing them with a solid foundation in social development once they enter the workforce — softskills. Softskills, which comprise the character traits and interpersonal skills that enable employees to function properly and professionally in a working environment, formed the basis for the professional event held Nov. 15 at the White Library. Sponsored by the Career Readiness Institute, the event was intended to provide students with information and guidelines to further enhance their career aspirations, as well as on job conduct and advancement. The importance of such skills has been given considerable recognition in recent years as crucial in any student’s quest to navigate efficiently in the professional arena. Strong work ethic, adaptability and proper communication are among the softskills that are most sought after in the modern workplace. “The Career Readiness Institute focuses on two primary goals, career preparation and assisting students to sustain trajectories on social skills development,” said Jasmin Diaz, activities coordinator for the Center for Economic Development. “Students’ application of softskills knowledge can greatly enhance their impressions on perspective employers, as well as landing the ideal career they aspire to obtain.” Diaz also highlighted a specialized software program that provides additional assistance for students. Career Locker is offered at the CRI on the fourth floor of the White Library. Its main features include resume preparation and a mock job interview program in which students may record and play back their own answers to various interview questions and analyze their results. The CRI holds several events each semester to prepare students for their career journeys. The next events are planned for spring. For additional information on the Career Locker software system, contact the White Library at 361-698-1181.
FEATURE
December 4, 2017
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Viking Runway
Always being yourself Warren J. Maxwell wmaxwell @foghornnews.com
From vampy goth dresses to rock T-shirts and galaxy skirts, cosmetology student Danielle Garza has a style that’s in a league of its own. Taking on concepts such as glam punk and gothic chic, Garza has incorporated various elements into her style. Her abstract and unique fashion sense is equally matched by her even more flamboyant makeup skills that really make people wonder who she is.
A: It wasn’t until I started being myself that I started considering myself fashionable. My advice is to be you and don’t care what anyone thinks.
Q: What are some of your favorite brands to wear? A: Fashion Nova, Hot Topic and Forever 21 — they all tend to have eccentric parts that play into my style.
Q: Who is your favorite makeup artist who inspires your style? A: Nikkie Tutorials she’s so eccentric, colorful, loud and super fierce.
Q: What are three of your favorite wardrobe items that contribute to your style? A: My shinny black boots and my oversized denim jacket from Fashion Nova, and my septum piercing. Q: How do you define your style? A: I define my style as abstract. Most of the time I usually wear stuff that doesn’t match, but I make it match.
Q: How do you try to synchronize your makeup with your outfits? A: Actually I don’t try to synchronize my makeup; the same way I pick out my clothes is how I pick out my makeup look for the day.
Q: What’s your favorite color to wear? A: Black because I tend to have colorful makeup and hair and black tends to contrast with everything.
Q: What are some of your favorite accessories to wear? A: Body jewelry such as my septum and gauges; I also like headbands and multi-colored suspenders. Q: What advice would you give someone who has a hard time figuring out his or her style?
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It wasn’t until Garza started being herself that she started experimenting with her fashion.
Feeling fashionably bold and powerful From her edgy combat boots and gothic lace top to her gentle neon highlights and rose quartz necklace, art major Kyana Gallaher has no problem making her style as colorful and broad as the major she pursues. When you look at Gallaher, her bold accessories and vibrant makeup are one of the first things you take in. This young woman has no problem showing the world just how powerful and imaginative her style is — one outfit at a time. Q: What are some of your favorite accessories to wear? A: I honestly don’t wear too many accessories. The only jewelry I wear are my pentagram necklace and my rose quartz choker necklace.
Q: What are some of your favorite brands to wear? A: I really like stuff from sourpuss clothing to Forever 21, and I also like Betsy Johnson. Q: How do you define your style? A: I really like Goth and bohemian type styles, so I kind of combine the two and on my casual days. It’s usually urban skater type clothes because I like to skateboard. Q: Does anyone in particular inspire your style? A: I really like Kali Uchis. She has a really classy type of style, but it still looks edgy at the same time.
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Q: Where do you buy most of your clothes? A: I’ve found a lot of my clothing from a thrift store called Value Village when I used to live in Atlanta. I like vintage clothing a lot; some stores I preferably shop at are Forever 21, Hot Topic and Zumiez. Q: Who is your favorite fashion designer? A: I really like Betsy Johnson I feel like she represents my style a lot. Q: What goes through your mind when you get dressed in the morning? A: It’s just based off of how I feel. If I wear a lot of makeup then I will wear a very extravagant outfit to go with my mood for the day. Q: Do you ever try to do anything different with your style? A: Always! I have so many clothes so I try to pair them in a bizarre fashion. I’ve never been a person to dress super crisp and clean.
Gallaher’s choice of clothing is based on how she feels that day.
ENTERTAINMENT
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December 4, 2017
Films to enjoy for the winter season
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Finn (John Boyega, left), a defector from the First Order, engages in a battle with Captain Phasma (Gwendoline Christie) in "Star Wars: The Last Jedi." The film has already sold an abundance of advance tickets, crashing online ticket service sites due to high demand.
From sci-fi to action, these titles aim to heat up the box office By Foghorn News staff The winter season is the home for celebrating Christmas and ringing in a new year, but it’s also a time where great movies hit the big screen. Whether you are in the mood for action, drama, sci-fi or suspense, these seven films will sure to bring you into the theater and stay out of the cold.
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‘THE DISASTER ARTIST’ (Dec. 8) James Franco directs and stars as Tommy Wiseau in this biographical film about the making of one of the best worst films ever made, “The Room.” The film chronicles how Wiseau and Greg Sestero (Dave Franco) met in an acting class in San Francisco. Hoping to make it into Hollywood, Sestero moves to Los Angeles to star in Wiseau’s film “The Room.” After being told that he wouldn’t make it in acting, Wiseau finances the film with his own money and writes, directs and stars in this film, which has become the cult classic we know and love in a “so bad, it’s good” sort of way. If you ever wondered how this film came to be from the iconic “I did not hit her” rooftop scene to the infamous line, “You are tearing me apart Lisa!” it’s a must-see. This movie is one film that is gaining some Oscar buzz already for Franco and it’s one that you want to check out — and don’t forget the “spoons.” — Jonathan Garcia ‘STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI’ (Dec. 15) The saga from a galaxy “far, far away” returns as the battle between the First Order and the Resistance rages on. Following the events of “The Force Awakens,” Rey (Daisy Ridley) trains with Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) to help with her newly discovered Jedi abilities. But after discovering how powerful she is with the force, Luke begins to feel uneasy and fears that she might be walking a dark path that he’s “seen before.” Meanwhile, the Resistance, led by General Leia (Carrie Fisher), prepares for battle against the First Order. Rian Johnson takes on directing duties of the film and promises this entry will be much darker than the last one. Many fans have already purchased their tickets for the film back on Oct. 9 and crashed many online
ticket service sites due to the high demand. Also, this entry marks the final role for Fisher after her passing in 2016, making it an emotional one for fans of this beloved franchise and one that they won’t want to miss. — Jonathan Garcia ‘JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE’ (Dec. 20) The game that literally makes you a part of the game returns 20 years later and has changed drastically, updating to modern times. When four teenagers discover an old video game when cleaning the basement for detention, they are quickly transported into the video game. A scrawny nerdy gamer (Alex Wolff) becomes a muscular archaeologist (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson), a football jock (Ser’Darius Blain) turns into a zoologist (Kevin Hart), a bookworm (Morgan Turner) becomes a skilled commando (Karen Gillan) and a superficial cheerleader (Madison Iseman) turns into an overweight cartographer (Jack Black). As their avatars they chose in the game, they must play along with the game’s plot and finish it to return to the real world. It’s been 22 years since the first “Jumanji” starring Robin Williams. Director Jake Kasdan aims to make this sequel a tribute to Williams and a fun ride for the family to enjoy. Also along for the ride is Nick Jonas, who trades in his singing voice for an action hero role making this an interesting choice that just might work in his favor. — Jonathan Garcia ‘ALL THE MONEY IN THE WORLD’ (Dec. 22) This film chronicles true events surrounding the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III by a crime regime in the 1970s. Michelle Williams plays devoted mother Gail Harris, who tries to lobby for her son’s safe return. The film is a dramatic race against the clock. Christopher Plummer plays his stubborn, wealthy grandfather oil tycoon J. Paul Getty, who refuses to pay the money. Gail is forced to seek help in an unlikely ally in former CIA operative Fletcher Chase, played by Mark Wahlberg. The film is directed by Ridley Scott and is based on the book “Painfully Rich: The Outrageous Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Heirs of J. Paul Getty.” — Azrael Montoya ‘THE POST’ (Jan. 12) A film based on journalists publishing the truth almost always piques my interest.
“The Post” depicts true events about a cover-up that spanned four U.S. presidents. It pushed the country’s first female newspaper publisher, Kay Graham (Meryl Streep) of The Washington Post, and a hard-driving editor, Ben Bradlee (Tom Hanks), to join a battle between journalists and the government in publishing the Pentagon Papers surrounding the involvement of the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. The film is directed and co-produced by Steven Spielberg and written by Liz Hannah and Josh Singer. Besides Streep and Hanks taking the lead in this film, the cast includes Sarah Paulson, Bob Odenkirk, Tracy Letts, Bradley Whitford, Bruce Greenwood and Matthew Rhys. The film is already getting criticized by various New York Time figures who were associated with the case by not emphasizing the Time’s role in breaking the story. As someone who likes watching a movie that depicts true events, which later inspires me to research more about it, I will be at the movies on Jan. 12.
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— Brittany Claramunt ‘THE COMMUTER’ (Jan. 12) Liam Neeson plays Insurance salesman Michael McCauley, who’s on his daily commute home. Things are anything but routine and go horribly wrong. He is forced to uncover the identity of an unknown passenger on the train before it’s too late. He has to work against the clock to save the lives of the passengers on the train and gets caught in a lethal plan that is a part of a criminal conspiracy. In this mysterious puzzle there are life and death stakes. The movie looks like a good dramatic thrill ride from start to finish. — Azrael Montoya ‘DEN OF THIEVES’ (Jan. 19) “Den of Thieves” is a gritty Los Angeles crime chronicle that follows the most successful band of outlaws in Los Angeles. Their intricate plan is to rob the Federal Reserve Bank in Los Angeles. The film connects the lives of the powerful gang and the elite unit of the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department. Gerard Butler plays Nick Flanagan, the main policeman on the case. Fifty Cent plays Levi, one of the main members of the bank robbery crew. The film questions the line between cop and criminal. Morality and survival are tested in this crime thriller. — Azrael Montoya
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Review
Denzel shines as a liberal hero in a dragging film Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com In Dan Gilroy’s “Roman J. Israel Esq.,” Denzel Washington plays a hard-working civil rights activist lawyer who is stuck in the past fighting the immortal demons of injustice. After his longtime law firm partner dies, Roman goes to work for a big L.A. law firm. The man running that firm is George Pierce, played by Colin Farrel. He serves as Roman’s straight arrow, if you will. In the film Roman’s values are truly tested as he fights the present justice system. He struggles to find which reality he’s really in — one back in 1979 or the present day. He has realized times have changed and the world he once knew is gone. Gender roles and the U.S. justice system are massively different. The days when he used
to look up to his activist heroes like Ali or Bayard Rustin are long over. Roman even articulates in a scene that purity is not for this world. His world has changed so much. As Denzel told the Washington Times recently, “If the streets raise you, then the judge becomes your mother and prison becomes your home.” Roman fought tirelessly to keep young black men out of this situation. A big plot point of the film where Roman is at a crossroads involves a $100,000 reward and the consequences follow in force. Although Gilroy tries to do too much in this film with multiple plots all at once and portraying Roman as a liberal hero, the story at times is weak and drags. The only noticeable character in the film is Roman J. Israel. Everyone else just falls to the back. I did like how Gilroy works
the setting into this film, especially when you’re in Roman’s apartment. He has pictures of all of his liberal heroes on the walls. As a viewer you can tell where Roman came from. There is a good twist at the end of the film. All in all, Denzel plays the dejected and nostalgic Roman J. Israel Esq. as only he can, with vast theatrical gravity.
Cast: C+ Script: C Cinematography: A Soundtrack: B
Overall: C
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Denzel Washington portrays the titular character "Roman J. Israel, Esq.," a civil rights activist lawyer who fights the immortal demons of injustice.
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Review
Controversy plagues ‘Star Wars’ title Greedy tactics from publisher overshadow improved gameplay Jonathan Garcia jgarcia@foghornnews.com Get ready to go into a galaxy far, far away once again with EA and DICE’s “Star Wars Battlefront II.” Despite the success of the previous entry, it was heavily criticized for its lack of content including no single-player campaign, limited to only the original trilogy planets and characters not including the prequel trilogy and locking content behind a $50 season pass. Since then, EA seemed to listen to the feedback, adding more content with no charge and including a single-player campaign, new modes and improvements with the online multiplayer. But once again, the game is held back by controversy by EA, this time by including shady practices with microtransactions, which overshadows a genuinely fun game to play. The campaign’s events take place between “Return of the Jedi” and “The Force Awakens” as it puts you in the role of the elite group of the Galactic Empire, the Inferno Squad, led by Iden Versio. When the second Death Star is destroyed by the Rebels, this forces the Empire to retreat as they underestimated their sworn enemy. This causes Iden’s father, Admiral Garrick Versio, to begin Operation: Cinder, a plan sorted out by the Emperor in case of another defeat. Without getting too deep into the story, certain things happen in the game that make the mar-
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A Tie fighter locks on a X-Wing fighter flying from within an Imperial ship in an intense match of Starfighter Assault in “Star Wars Battlefront II.” The game was released to early negative buzz due to EA Games’ gambling with the loot box microtransactions. keting as playing as the Empire a “bait and switch” move. Although the story has entertaining moments as it progresses, a certain moment happens by a few missions in that changes the entire scheme of things, which could upset some gamers. But EA and DICE should be commended for making an effort to include a story in the game, unlike their previous title. The online multiplayer has been improved since then, with not many issues trying to connect into a match, making launch day as smooth as possible. They have now included classes for each trooper so each person’s playstyle differs. They
changed the hero token system from the first game with now having to earn battle points to play as an iconic Star Wars hero or villain. The newest mode, Galactic Assault, pits the opponent to either take over an objective or hold off the enemy as long as possible adding intensity to each match. Starfighter Assault mode gets a facelift adding space combat and is easily the best mode in the game. It’s satisfying flying an X-Wing or Tie Fighter as you shoot down your enemies and being able to fly as either the Millennium Falcon or Darth Maul’s scimitar just adds more to the excitement. But blast mode is just your basic
team deathmatch mode and is easily forgettable. The controversy surrounding the loot boxes is where the game takes a beating. It serves as just an avenue for EA to get greedy and fulfill their gambling itch by gouging the player’s wallet. EA recently shut down microtransactions temporarily, leaving the question, have they learned their lesson or saying sweet nothings. “Star Wars Battlefront II” is indeed an improvement from the first game by improving certain aspects of the multiplayer, excellent Starfighter Assault and Galactic Assault mode and amazing graphics. But the shady practices involving loot
boxes and microtransactions are what plague the game from being game of the year, which is unfortunate because it had the potential to be so.
Gameplay: A Story: B Graphics: A+ Soundtrack: A+
Overall: B+
Microtransactions cause a disturbance in the force EA Games causes uproar after loot boxes controversy Jonathan Garcia jgarcia@foghornnews.com
TV production major Lennon Mendiola eagerly anticipated the release of “Star Wars Battlefront II,” but that changed when the loot box/microtransactions system broke the news. Mendiola has been a fan of the original “Star Wars Battlefront” series developed by Pandemic Studios and it was a huge disappointment after EA Games introduced loot boxes in the game, giving gamers an unfair advantage if they purchase them with real money. “After hearing all this stuff, I stopped paying my pre-order because I wanted to almost take it back,” he said. The news of the controversy came as a letdown to Mendiola after hearing from friends that the game itself was an improvement over the previous title but was plagued by EA’s shady practices. Microtransactions are a business model where gamers can
purchase virtual goods through micropayments. This model was originally used on free-toplay mobile games for a source of revenue for the developers, but has since made its way into popular video games such as “Call of Duty,” “Overwatch,” “Destiny” and “Star Wars Battlefront II,” which most gamers aren’t happy with. “I understand that these games cost a lot to develop, but I also think that these microtransactions can be exploited,” government professor Paul Gottemoller said. He added the randomized nature of the system can exploit the player by having gamers pay for content that they might already have in the game. In addition to the loot box controversy, a player who spent $80 on the deluxe edition “Battlefront II” posted on Reddit that to unlock Darth Vader, you must collect 60,000 in-game credits, which would take 40 hours of gameplay — even after purchasing the deluxe edition. EA’s community team defended this practice by saying that they wanted to give gamers a sense of “pride and accomplishment” after unlock-
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Loot crates in “Star Wars Battlefront II” have caused a major uproar in the gaming community due to the microtransactions implemented, which have been temporarily removed by EA Games. ing a hero, which outraged the community and generated 674,000 down votes on Reddit, a record for most down votes on the site. EA reduced the price to purchase heroes by 75 percent, making it easier to unlock them, but the damage had already been done as gamers refused to buy the game on principle,
including history major John Matthew. “If they’re going to treat me that bad, I’m not going to buy it right off the bat at full price,” Matthew said. He also compared the loot box microtransactions to rolling dice, giving gamers an uncertainty of what you’ll get in-game that to an algorithm where you most likely
lose or receive gear that isn’t all that good. For those who did purchase the game, including Gottemoller, who felt the game was fun, the inclusion of a campaign was good and the controversy helped improve the game. “The controversy itself is mixed because EA has made changes and the changes they made are helpful,” Gottemoller said. He added that the controversy resulted in reduced costs for players, and the game would have been worse without it. After the backlash, EA has temporarily shut down microtransactions in the game, giving a victory to those who fought against this system. This shows that gamers have a voice within these big companies and are making it known that these practices won’t fly. “Gamers are going to have more of a voice on how they want their games and we believe that we should get games that are full-based again, no DLC, just a good, quality game,” Mendiola said. @jonathan10894
Review
DC film overcomes reshoots, delays and tragedy cuts, this movie manages to be an entertaining ride despite its flaws. Following the death of Superman (Henry Cavill), the world begins to mourn the loss of him leaving the world with lost hope. Jonathan Garcia Things take a turn for the worst jgarcia@foghornnews.com when Steppenwolf (Ciaran Hinds) and his army of Parademons DC Comics’ band of heroes fi- search for three Mother Boxes held nally assembles on the big screen on Earth to conquer all mankind. after years of anticipation in “Jus- Without Superman, Bruce Wayne tice League.” The film has been in (Ben Affleck) and Diana Prince (Gal development since 2007 but has Gadot), look to assemble a team gone through that consists of Cast: major produca human cybertion issues, and it netically reconA wasn’t until the structed (Ray Script: success of “Man of Fisher), a man BSteel” that the film who can run at saw light with the superhuman Cinematography: DC Extended Unispeeds (Ezra A verse. Miller) and a heir Soundtrack: Zack Snyder dito the throne of rected the film but Atlantis (Jason B had to step down Momoa). Overall: in the post-proRight off the duction phase bat, The Justice B because of a tragLeague themedy in his family, selves are what and Joss Whedon stepped in. After make this movie fun as when undergoing many reshoots and they band together on screen, it’s
‘Justice League’ entertains despite mandate from studio
hard not to be entertained by the action sequences and their back and forth with one another. It’s the least “Zack Snyderized” film he has done, although he still uses his signature slow-motion techniques with the action sequences, which is what he does best. Miller’s portrayal as The Flash is excellent as he pulls off the humor of the character and makes it his own. Momoa’s portrayal of Aquaman does what Chris Hemsworth did for Thor, which is make a cheesy superhero look awesome on the big screen. He is the “bad boy” of the film and adds charisma to the role and steals the show making fans look forward to his standalone movie in 2018. The special effects are good with Cyborg making the audience believe that Fisher is actually a robot. But some effects could have used a final rendering. The flaw of this film is the mandate put out by Warner Bros. to make this film two hours with two post-credit scenes. Certain scenes happen in the film that make you feel like you missed something on a previous film or they expect you to know why
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Batman (Ben Affleck, from left), Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), Cyborg (Ray Fisher), The Flash (Ezra Miller) and Aquaman (Jason Momoa) unite to save the world in “Justice League.” these events are happening. The film’s villain is OK at best, as he is just your “With this power, I shall conquer the Earth” feel and serves as one of the bosses in a video game you have to defeat before getting to the final boss. Some of the special effects could have used some more polishing up but despite these flaws, the film succeeds
at being an entertaining one. Although “Justice League” might not be perfect, it is definitely no “Batman and Robin” as it still manages to be an entertaining thrill ride with great action sequences and chemistry between these characters. After a rough start, it seems that the DCEU is headed in the right direction from here.
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This year, make it a vegan wonderland Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@ foghornnews.com
Ah, the holidays. No matter which ones you celebrate, there’s only one thing on everyone’s mind: the homemade, traditional meals. One thing that’s not — the herbivores. With a vegan or vegetarian at the dinner table, the turducken or beef tamales may be a pass. “My aunt will be like, ‘What’s that? That’s not food! Where’s the meat?’” said Del Mar student Cody Benavides, who is entering a third holiday season as a vegan.
With veganism and vegetarianism growing specifically among the younger generation, more questions are being raised along the lines of: What the heck can they eat at the holiday table? Many students who eliminate meat and dairy dishes from their diet may feel like traditional food, especially cultural food, is a big part of the holidays they’ll have to do without. However, with enough prep time and the right ingredients, having a meat-free holiday just takes a couple tweaks to your kitchen time. Unless you want to stick with the untouched green beans, consider planning ahead with specialized meatless recipes for celebratory vegans who still want to enjoy traditional meals.
VEGAN RANCH MAC ’N’ CHEESE “RANCH” SAUCE n 1 tsp onion powder n 1 tsp garlic powder (add more if you’d like) n Pepper to taste n 2 tbsp parsley n 1 can of coconut milk Mix these ingredients. “CHEESE” SAUCE n 2 potatoes n 1/4 of an onion n 1/2 cup of carrots
n 1/2 cup of cashews Boil all until tender, then blend with 1½ cups of water. DIRECTIONS 1. Stir in with… n Beyond Meat lightly seasoned chicken strips n Crumble Lightlife Smart Bacon n Pre-cooked elbow pasta Top with n Daiya Cheddar cutting-board style Shreds
SOUTHWEST VEGAN STUFFING CORNBREAD INGREDIENTS n 1 cup cornmeal n 1 tsp sriracha sauce n Pinch of cayenne n 1 Vegan Egg replacer n 1/2 cup Vegan Butter, melted n 1 tsp baking powder n 2 tsp sugar DIRECTIONS 1. Mix dry ingredients and taste wet ingredients before mixing 2. Saute until vegetables are them together for the corntransparent. bread. Preheat oven at 350 3. Take the cornbread out of degrees, and bake for 30-45 minutes until cornbread is stiff. the oven and let cool — slice, and let it harden over a couple While it is preheating, make a hours. mix of: n 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 4. Then cube it. 5. Saute with vegetable mixn 1 can organic corn ture, adding vegan butter. n 2 cloves finely chopped garlic 6. Pour into a ceramic pot, covn 2 tsp celery seed ered. Bake for 30 more minutes n Black pepper and salt, to at 300 degrees.
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LITTLE PUMPKIN PIE SHAPED COOKIES INGREDIENTS n 1/2 cup (1 stick) vegan butter (such as Earth Balance), softened n 1/2 cup cane sugar n 1/4 cup brown sugar n 1/4 cup pumpkin puree n 1 tsp pure vanilla extract n 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour + more for rolling into shapes n 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder n 1 tsp baking powder n 1/2 tsp baking soda n 1/4 tsp salt n 1-2 tsp almond milk (or your non-dairy milk of choice) FROSTING n 1/2 cup (1 stick) vegan butter, softened n 2 1/2 - 3 cups powdered sugar n Splash almond milk (or your non-dairy milk of choice) n Brown/orange food colouring
DIRECTIONS 1. Mix ingredients, starting with wet ingredients (except almond milk), and then dry ingredients: gradually mix together. Pour in almond milk and mix batter into a dough form. 2. Cover dough and put in freezer for 15-20 mins, while preheating your oven at 350 degrees. 3. Shape cookies into triangles (or however you slice your pie) and place two inches apart on baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown. 4. For the frosting, mix all ingredients (except for food coloring) vigorously until a frosting is formed. Separate frosting into a larger, medium, and smaller portion. Mix a few drops of orange into the large portion, a drop of brown into the medium portion, and leave the smallest one white. 5. Using a decorating bag, frost your pies like impossibly-tiny pumpkin pies.
(Source: Minimalist Baker, www.minimalistbaker.com/1-bowl-vegan-sugar-cookies/)
Economic Crunch
Eggplant a welcome surprise in restaurant's Pad Thai dish Bamboo Garden pairs good service with great food
Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@foghornnews.com
Bamboo Garden is one of Corpus Christi’s signature Asian food spots. Located conveniently on Airline Road, the restaurant specializes in Chinese and Vietnamese dishes and has a wide variety of classic and complex dishes to choose from — including vegetarian and vegan options. Walking in with my colleague, we were greeted immediately. Bamboo Garden has been open In Promenade Plaza for several
years, so the restaurant often is yourself a full happy plate of Pad pretty lively and bustling with Thai for the broke, happy colregulars. However, the restaurant lege student. is big enough that we were able As a big fan of Pad Thai, this to be seated and enjoy our meal was my first time having it served in a secluded to me at Bambooth with no BAMBOO GARDEN boo Garden. noise disruption. Eggplant hadn’t RATING: 4.5 OUT OF 5 While the serbeen an ingrePRICE: $9.95 vice was pleasdient I would’ve ant, there was usually thought really only one reason I’d walked to have in my Pad Thai noodles, in there that day: their Eggplant but I was surprised by the way it Tofu Pad Thai. was used in this dish and how it Now, whether you’re veg- complemented the sauce. an, vegetarian or omnivorous, To make this dish vegan, I there’s no denying the bouncy, asked the server to have it preflattened rice noodles stir-fried pared without the egg. This in their slightly-spicy sweet chili makes no major difference in sauce. Add the fried tofu and the taste or texture of the plate. cooked eggplant, bean sprouts The total for the Eggplant and cilantro — BAM, you’ve got Tofu Pad Thai was $9.95, which
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Bamboo Garden's Eggplant Tofu Pad Thai can be made vegan-style without egg, which makes no major difference in taste or texture.
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Kicking off the holiday season Indoor soccer closes out intramurals for the fall semester Chloe Carrillo ccarrillo@foghornnews.com Del Mar College Intramurals came to an end Nov. 30 with their last event of the season, 5-on-5 indoor soccer. The players could pick their teams but many chose to group up with the same teammates from previous intramurals events. This event lasted three days and had about four rounds each day. On the tournament’s last day, the first two games were eight minutes each with a minute and a half break. The Home team whipped up 11 points in the first set while the visitors put up 2. The last two games of the day were nine minutes long and had the same break. The Home team put up 16 points combined while the Visitors put up 3. During this set, the tension was in the air as the Visitors tried to come back in the final three minutes of the fourth game. Kicks were flying high as both teams tried to scramble to get any points they possibly could. Shots were made from as far as half the court away from the goal as their adrenaline continued to run through them. Aubrey Martinez, a participant and a supporter, was at the game. “Watching and participating in these events is a way I can enjoy time with my friends. It is always nice to get out and do something that doesn’t involve school because we can have fun,” Martinez said. The bond between both teams was visible as the Visitors had been seen throughout the season participating in various activities. One of the members, Jose Flores, says he really enjoys playing in these events but is looking forward to the break. “It will give me time to practice even more now,” he said. Benito Torres, another member of the group, said he was sad that his team did not end up winning but when asked about how he felt playing with his friends he had a different attitude. “It was pretty fun. We have a good time even though sometimes it can get competitive but overall it is pretty fun,” Torres said. Check out the Foghorn News in the spring to see what events are planned next semester.
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TOP: Jose Flores (left) and Miguel Torres fight for the ball during a match of indoor soccer. LEFT: Hector Perez prepares to throw in the ball to his teammates.
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PERSPECTIVE
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December 4, 2017
Editorial
The cost of no more net neutrality
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai recently announced that the federal government’s net neutrality rules will soon be no more, effectively messing up things for nearly every person in the United States. Net neutrality is the idea that all providers treat Internet data the same and keeps internet providers from messing with your internet and making it benefit themselves. This hypothetically would keep a provider like Spectrum, formerly Time Warner, from making its competitors’ websites slower or inaccessible. This also keeps Internet providers from charging more for select websites, blocking sites or apps entirely or slowing down your Internet at certain times. Not only have major companies done this numerous times in the past, but will no doubt do it again without net neutrality Freepress.net reported some of the instances in which major companies have disregarded net neutrality to hurt consumers, such as when AT&T, Sprint and Verizon “from 2011–2013, [the companies] blocked Google Wallet, a mobile-payment system that competed with a similar service called Isis, which all three companies had a stake in developing.” Freepress.net also pointed out how “in 2012, AT&T announced that it would disable the FaceTime video-calling app on its customers’ iPhones unless they subscribed to a more expensive text-and-voice plan.” The implications of deleting net neutrality should be terrifying for everyone. With Internet providers having unlimited control, many of our favorite or essential websites could be affected. Streaming services like Netflix and Spotify could become more expensive or slower if an Internet provider decides it isn’t worth it for them. Competitors to Internet
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providers will no doubt take a hit, with their business partners also becoming a part. Unfortunately, our governmental representatives have decided that net neutrality is not important and that it should be deleted. The San Antonio Current reported that both Texas Sens. Ted Cruz and John Cornyn oppose net neutrality. The staunch conservatives say removing net neutrality would cause a more free market with less government control. While that sounds like it could be a good thing, Internet companies without supervision are nothing more than greedy children, who will only act for their own interest and own gain. Cruz and Cornyn opposition of net neu-
trality also has roots in the form of every politician’s best friend — donors. Telecom companies like AT&T, Verizon and Comcast have donated vast amounts of money to politicians on both sides of the aisle for decades. The San Antonio Current also reported that “since 2012, Cornyn had racked up $160,000 in political contributions from top Internet providers, and Cruz has taken in more than $115,000 — above and beyond what other senators have been handed. AT&T alone has given the pair a combined $107,000.” What can you do to help save net neutrality? First and most importantly is make sure your voice is heard. Previous threats to net neutrality led to over 22 million responses
on the FCC’s website, the majority of which were in support of net neutrality. The site www.battleforthenet.com is a good website with many options to make your voice heard and also learn more about net neutrality. Calling your representatives and letting them know is also very effective, as you are not alone in voicing your concern. Overall, net neutrality is not a partisan concern. Republicans and Democrats will be negatively affected by this, whereas people like Cruz won’t, because his friends at AT&T, Verizon and Comcast will make sure that his Twitter porn habits will stay perfectly fine. Learn more about net neutrality, tell your friends about it and ultimately do something about it.
Opinion
How would net neutrality affect your life as a student? “I wouldn’t be able to access the sites I need. It would depend on the price of the packages for social media and I would need it because I use Facebook to contact students.” — Ruston Friemeo, business administration “It’s already regulated and it’s just addressing concerns from someone and just adding more to the regulations.” — Jialin Yang, nursing “It would limit my learning experience by blocking certain sites that I might need for research.” — Wade Thomas, business administration “La Net me ayuda con mis proyectos, en ella puedo encontrar cualquier información, debería de usarse más y no limitar el servicio.” — Pamela Arevalo, liberal arts
“It would affect me because there may be research that I may need for class that might be censored and we wouldn’t be able to express our views and could start tyranny” — Aaron Vega, electrical engineering
“En lo personal creo que se limita el acceso a ciertas paginas a las que necesito ingresar, ahora será mas difícil. Las empresas buscan que uno compre sus productos o te limitan la velocidad para poder buscar la información.” — Raúl Fuentes Jr., químico ingeniero
“Pienso que no debería de limitarse la velocidad o los servidores de la Net, porque como estudiante es un recurso importante para buscar información y entregar tareas o solicitar ayuda.” — José Ortireos, business administration
The value of family versus purchasing
when it comes to the holiday season while slamming the disAzrael Montoya turbing ‘consumerism’ that has amontoya@ consumed Thanksgiving,” acfoghornnews.com cording to a Brietbart News article in 2017. Bannon also noted a speech given by Pope John Paul II where Oftentimes in America the he said that “consumerism has powerful addiction of consumer- become one of the great evils ism ensnares the majority of the of the 20th century” and matepopulace, especially during the rialism has in a sense replaced holidays. God. Respectively it’s like Christ It’s been happening so much has been taken out of Christmas. over the years that we don’t even In my youth I remember people realize that it’s even happening. pushing aside Christmas Mass We get used to it. Consumer cul- just to feed their materialistic ture has become a way of life. devotion to Black Friday. MindAccording to a December 2013 less spending always superseded Huffington Post article by Caro- God. lyn Gregoire, “Americans today, There are positives dealing compared to 55 years ago own with consumerism during the twice as many cars, and eat twice holidays. It’s never black and as much per person, but we don’t white. seem to be According to an any happier article in valuebecause of There are positives sandcapitalism.com it.” by Kristie EshelNow I dealing with con- man, “Black Friday get it when is also an incredible people buy sumerism during demonstration of things, it’s power.” the holidays. It’s market like they Also it makes have some never black and people feel more control over secure about their white. their lives, budget. It is the but nowaAmerican money days we are that goes toward defined by consuming that our “stuff.” makes the Christmas deco“Compared with their grand- rations possible. The positive parents, today’s young adults thought translates to a transhave grown up with much more action and the transaction has affluence, slightly less happiness a positive outcome and is met and much greater risk of depres- with a feeling of gratitude. Monsion and assorted social pathol- ey is the great equalizer in the ogy,” David G. Myers, author of world so if companies like Wal“The American Paradox: Spiritu- Mart do well then families are al Hunger in an Age of Plenty,” happy. wrote in an American PsycholWhatever the case may be ogist article. The excessive con- whether it’s for religious reasons sumer culture has become a dark or physiological motives, we culture. need to get back to what’s imFormer Brietbart News execu- portant. We need to moderate tive chairman and former White the consumeristic dark culture House chief strategist Stephen K. and focus on our families and Bannon said, “The United States our true values in the melee of must return to ‘traditionalism’ the holiday season.
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GAMES
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1. LITERATURE: What 20th-century author wrote a short story titled “Gimpel the Fool”? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Sometimes called “the second most visited home in America,” what Memphis, Tennessee, estate was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2006? 3. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only mountain in North America that exceeds 20,000 feet? 4. FIRSTS: Who became the first woman in the British Parliament in 1919? 5. HISTORY: The International Committee of the Red Cross won what prize in 1944? 6. SCIENCE: In forensic science, what is dermatoglyphics? 7. MOVIES: In one of the movie’s classic songs, how much sugar does Mary Poppins say is necessary to make the medicine go down?
Answers 1. Isaac Bashevis Singer 2. Graceland 3. Denali (Mount McKinley) 4. Lady Nancy Astor
n It was 20th-century French journalist, poet, aristocrat and aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupery -- best known for his novella “The Little Prince” -- who made the following sage observation: “A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” n Eggplants weren’t always the deep purple color we know today; originally, the vegetables were white.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Start preparing now to make sure you get the credit you’re due for all that effort you put in to get that project off the ground. A new challenge emerges after the 15th. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’re still charging full steam ahead on the job -- and that’s fine. But take time to share the joy of preparing for the upcoming holidays with folks you love. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A former detractor resists joining your ranks just yet. Give him or her time to learn more about what you’re doing. Meanwhile, devote more time to friends and family. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Be careful not to be goaded into a tiff by someone who might be looking for a fight. Remain cool as you make your exit. Be assured that others will rally to your support. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Kudos on getting the well-deserved Lion’s share of the rewards for a job well-done. Now you can take a breather from your workaday duties and spend time with your family. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You enjoy a quick spurt of renewed energy just in time to meet that upcoming deadline. A potentially romantic situation looms. How it develops will be up to you. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Watch out for distractions that could cause delays and leave you
The color, paired with the ovoid shape, is how the eggplant got its name. n If you live in Rochester, New York, you’re doubtless used to dealing with the hazards and inconveniences of snow and ice. It’s America’s snowiest city, after all, averaging 94 inches every winter. n Those who study such things say that paternity leave can have significant domestic impacts. Research shows that men who take a few weeks of leave when they have an addition to their family spend more time on domestic chores and taking care of the kids than men who don’t. They cook more, and they’re even 50 percent more likely to do laundry. The most interesting finding, though,
running twice as fast to finish your work by the 15th. Then go ahead and have fun. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You might prefer to work on current tasks on your own. But be open to a potentially useful suggestion from someone who admires you and wants to help. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Avoid rushing full gallop into that volunteer project without knowing what’s expected of you. Take things a step at a time as you begin to find your way. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Good news: You should begin to feel more comfortable expressing your emotions. This will go a long way in helping you with that personal situation. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An old friend gives confusing signals. Best advice: Don’t assume that things will necessarily work themselves out. Ask questions and demand straight answers. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A new relationship needs time to develop. Be careful not to let your emotions flood your natural sense of caution. Meanwhile, check out that new job offer. BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of right and wrong sometimes causes you to come into conflict with others. But you invariably come out ahead. — King Features Syndicate Inc.
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5. The Nobel Peace Prize 6. The study of fingerprints 7. A spoonful
is the fact that these changes are long-term; the effect tends to last the rest of a man’s life. n Those who suffer from nescience are unlikely to know what “nescience” means – an absence of knowledge. n The first wristwatch was made by an English clockmaker in 1571. Described as “a wristlet in which there was a clocke,” the watch was presented as a gift to Queen Elizabeth I. n If you’re like the average human, you have about 615 hairs for every square centimeter of your skin. Thought for the Day: “A man said to the universe: ‘Sir I exist!’ ‘However,’ replied the universe, ‘The fact has not created in me a sense of obligation.’” -- Stephen Crane — King Features Syndicate Inc.
ANIMALS
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December 4, 2017 (Makeup from Page 1) Haghjoo said there are about seven application techniques that must be learned before the students can complete the final project. One of those techniques is using the airbrush. “We are now equipped with a full airbrush studio, that’s really important. It’s the standard now because of HD and 4K,” Haghjoo said. Danielle Garza knew exactly what her character would look like when the assignment was first discussed. “I already knew, I sat down and drew it out,” she said. “I was going for a mixture of elegance and sci-fi horror. Garza said her “scales” were premade out of a mixture of glycerin, gelatin and water. “I made the prosthetics over a period of three days. I made all the scales individually then put them all together,” Garza said. Garza said she spent about an hour applying her prosthetic pieces before the show. “The more you make beforehand the more time you save the day of,” Garza said. Garza and Mitchell, along with several other students, had prosthetics applied directly to their eyebrows. “The real fun starts when they get home and try to take those off without ‘waxing’ their eyebrows off,” Haghjoo said. Mitchell explained there was a careful process that she and Garza would go through together, helping to ensure they’d both still be sporting brows. “We have this stuff called Bond Off. Basically you shove a Q-tip under there and let it sit. Your partner has to make sure it’s ready to come so you don’t wax yourself accidentally,” Mitchell said. Eyebrows or not, Haghjoo says she’s thrilled with the final products, especially after the tumultuous start. “I’m so proud of them. They’ve worked really hard,” Haghjoo said. @Foghorn_Murphy
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Skylar Pierce (clockwise from top left), Angela Torres and Kat Conrad help Master of Ceremonies Emily Sanchez put the finishing touches on her character, Nocte, before the show.
Emily Sanchez poses for pictures as Nocte, a midnight zone sea creature that was “taken against my will to preside over this event for ‘college students.’”
Serrina Hernandez paints scales onto her face and neck as she prepares to take the stage as Asuna from the planet Hallow in the 12th annual Project Del Mar.