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Abuse victim opens up about past Student shares her story of fleeing from domestic violence Mia Estrada mestrada@foghornnews.com

Three years ago, Milena, a Del Mar College student, moved to the United States from South America, in part to escape the vicious abuse by her then-husband.

“In the beginning of our relationship, all was perfect, all was love. Exactly a year after I got married, he started to show his real personality,” said Milena, who is being identified with a different name to protect her identity.

After a night of getting drunk, her husband slapped her twice on her face. He apologized the

next day, regretting the incident.

Milena believed the night before he was semi-conscious and blamed the alcohol.

“It wasn’t easy to accept my marriage was a wreck. I started to make up excuses and started to believe that this event was never going to happen again,” Milena said.

However, his abuse became a routine every weekend. He also verbally abused her and punched Milena in places not visible to others.

As their relationship continued, Milena felt that she was being treated as a lesser human.

Her husband owned a company and the fact that Milena did not make as much money as him caused her to believe she was inferior.

According to Milena, her husband had a background in wit-

nessing abuse as a child, seeing his father abuse his mother repeatedly and hated him for that.

In Latin America about 40 percent of women have been victims of violence, according to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean.

Milena relocated to the Coastal Bend and is remarried, working as a nurse and continuing her education.

Domestic violence is also something shared in the Coastal Bend with Latin America.

In 2015, about 2,830 women, men and children from a 12-county area in South Texas were recorded to have been victims of domestic violence, and were staying at the Women’s Shelter of South Texas.

“I started to live a double life.

Behind the door was hell and out in the world I had to show that

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we were a happy couple,” Milena said.

She was out of contact with her parents and had no key to the apartment she and her hus-

band shared, due to his commands. Her parents had no idea she was being abused.

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Young minds take flight DMC

looks at degree options

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Jason Houlihan, social media and video specialist for Del Mar College, shows a group of students how to use a photography drone during DMC’s Future Flyers Take Flight. The event provided middle and high schoolers an opportunity to explore unmanned drone piloting. me,” Larson said.

Middle and high The event taught middle and school students learn high schoolers about what drones are capable of with hopes of getfrom professionals ting them interested in a career in Jonathan Garcia UAS. “The event was for middle, high jgarcia@foghornnews.com school students and their parents More than a dozen middle and that were interested in advanced high schoolers came to Del Mar technology,” said J.J. Nelson, Del College on Oct. 9 to explore a ca- Mar College GIS/UAS instructor. reer in unmanned drone piloting. “They could take a look at our The “Future Flyers Take Flight” open program to get an idea of what it house aimed to educate young takes.” minds on Del Mar’s new unmanned Other geospatial and unmanned aircraft systems program, as well as aircraft industries specialists includpotential jobs in that sector. ing Texas A&M University-Corpus Students such as Ricardo Middle Christi were also present at the Jonathan Bailon (from left) and Ryan Larson look on as Mark GalSchool eighth-grader Ryan Larson event to recruit future flyers. were fascinated by each presenter Larson’s interest in drones began loway pilots a drone during a demonstration. and demonstration. when he found out what they are “I’m into programming com- capable of doing. or you can just fly them around for ly surveying damage caused by puters and possibly coding video “The fact you can fly them fun,” Larson said.

Hurricane Harvey. games, drones, and I thought that around and take video without Drones have been used for (See Drones on Page 3) this would be a neat experience for having to connect up to a satellite many things including recent-

Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com Del Mar College is looking into the possibility of offering as many as three bachelor’s degrees in the future.

The guidelines for the college offering bachelor’s degrees were outlined by Beth Lewis, provost and vice president for academic affairs, at the Oct. 10 Board of Regents meeting.

According to Lewis, the opportunity for the degrees would come from Senate Bill 2118, which was passed earlier this year. The bill gives public junior colleges the opportunity to have up to three baccalaureate degree programs for applied science, technology and nursing if they have demonstrated a workforce need.

If offered, Lewis said the college would pay for the bill through state appropriations and the college would not be able to charge more for the degree programs.

Before the college could start offering the degrees, they would have to receive approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and accreditation from the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

However, one problem that the college would face in attempting to offer the degrees is that the programs cannot duplicate other programs in the region. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and A&M-Kingsville offer degrees for applied science, technology and nursing and could complicate whether the degree programs would be approved at DMC. Del Mar is only looking into the opportunity and has not begun pursuing the options.

President Mark Escamilla said that so far the college is simply gathering all the facts and will be making “an appropriate recommendation in the not-so-distant future.” @foghornmark

Resets, unchanged passwords cause lockouts IT station has been set up in the Harvin Center to help

Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Every returning student, faculty member and employee got a notification over the summer about resetting their WebDMC password. While this is extra security, it might take some getting use to.

Viking Key is a new feature Del

Mar introduced this past summer. The college implemented the password change management system to better protect students’ and staff’s data.

Students, faculty and staff must reset their passwords every 120 days or they will be locked out from their WebDMC and Canvas accounts. Students will receive an email with a direct link to Viking Key to facilitate the password change. The password requires some complexity and if it lacks it then “lockouts” occur.

“I was locked out of my canvas class because of the password and since no one works on the weekends I was stuck. … I called Help Desk on Monday and got it taken care of,” said Ignacio Perez, a Del Mar student.

According to Denise Simpson, interim director of Operations & Programming, students are sent emails to their Del Mar College accounts many days in advance of the expiration of their password.

“Once the student has attempted too many times the

student must contact the Help Desk or visit the Viking TecHelp in the Harvin Center on the East campus to have their password reset,” Simpson said.

If students do lock themselves out, they can visit the Viking TecHelp in the Harvin Center at Del Mar’s East campus from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

“We are planning on starting something similar on the West Campus so students don’t have to travel to the East Campus to get help,” said Gilberto Longo-

ria, a Help Desk worker.

If students or staff need any help with their WebDMC or canvas accounts, the Help Desk is located at the MultiService Building and is available from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday for walkins. The Help Desk is also available by phone from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 361-698-1300. @brittclaramunt

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Harvey leads to fewer students Numbers are down 4 percent from fall ’16 as many still recover Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com Hurricane Harvey not only caused physical damage to Del Mar College, but it also helped cause a 4 percent drop in enrollment this semester, according to college officials.

The fall enrollment dropped from 11,973 in 2016 to 11,506 this semester. However, this semester’s enrollment is taken from the 12th day of class and will not be finalized until early December.

Rito Silva, vice president of student affairs, said the college will implement more initiatives to try to bring up enrollment.

“We are going to do a number of things to try and bring up enrollment for the upcoming semesters,” Silva said. “We are going to add more eight-week classes, do more registration drives and reach out to those affected by Harvey to see how we can help.”

Silva said while the drop was “not unexpected,” the college will still try to make up for the decline.

Patricia Benavides-Dominguez, dean of Student Outreach and Enrollment Services, said the college will begin promoting spring enrollment on Nov. 6 with a registration rally, with a chance for students to win a $100 dollar gift card for the Texas Book Co. Benavides-Dominguez also said the college will continue with adding more drop dates and starting earlier for registration.

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Concerning Harvey victims, the college is making an effort to help students on an individual basis.

Silva said that so far “59 students have gone to the registrar saying that because of Harvey, they have too much on their plate.”

Because of the situational nature of the people affected by Harvey, Silva said the college is trying to help students with their particular needs instead of offer-

ing blanket solutions.

Silva said they have been issuing scholarships and grants to those who are unable to afford school right now and that the college is reaching out to students in affected areas.

Mary McQueen, executive director of development for the Del Mar College Foundation, said there is still money in the Harvey Relief fund and students in need should apply for scholarships and grants on their website.

New processes help to cut down lines Students may now find more help with registration woes Warren J. Maxwell wmaxwell@foghornnews.com After having her classes dropped because of a server crash during spring 2017 registration, biology major Victoria Rios was in a state of distress.

“I felt extremely stressed out, very scared, and I started worrying about my future,” Rios said.

Fortunately for Rios and other students, Del Mar College has been making improvements to the registration process that should result in fewer lines, mishaps and headaches.

One of those changes is the addition of more IT personnel on hand to help students with issues.

Zach Spohn, a student computer specialist for IT, often finds himself helping students log into their student portals and retrieving their passwords.

“We try to help out students as much as we can around the registration time to ease out some of the tension,” Spohn said.

Aside from last-minute registration questions, students often have had difficulty navigating their online profiles and figuring out where to pay for their tuition.

“A lot of them didn’t know how to get their sign-ins or passwords, or how to get to the Viking Pay,” Spohn said. Students can avoid these complications by registering earlier to avoid long waits and to put less strain on the system servers.

There are also advantages for students who register early instead of at the last minute. Students can get first pick at teachers and class times whenever class registration opens up.

“A lot of students wait until

A panel discussion about Social Media awareness will take place, with a lunch provided.

Then guest speaker Liza Wisner, CEO of PowerUp and season 10 finalists of The Apprentice, to discuss how to improve social media etiquette.

The event will take place in the St. Clair Building, room 111. Social media wellness will take place from noon to 1 p.m. and Wisner from 1:15-2:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26.

For more information contact Eva De La Garza at 361-698-2466.

Fall Carnival promises hair-raising fundraiser Wear your costumes, bring your Kids, bring your friends and be ready to have some fun.

This year’s annual Viking Fall Carnival is here again!

The event will feature a costume contest for kids and separate contest for adults.

Student organizations from around the school will have booths set up and will accept tickets as

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Gilberto Longoria mans an IT help desk located in the Harvin Center. The desk is one of several changes the college has made to help smooth the registration process and cut down on long lines. The desk also serves as an easily accessible spot for students to find help with passwords and various other IT issues. the day that it opens at midnight I feel they should know exactly so that they get first pick on the what they want to be,” Moreno better teachers that way,” Spohn said. said.

Advisers, as well as Career DeMary Moreno, office assistant velopment, can help students for the Student Enrollment Cen- with those issues. ter, is reStudents s p o n s i b l e “It was very useful. I honest- may have for directprior reing stu- ly didn’t feel like I was wait- s p o n s i b i l dents to ities that ing in line. ” the correct prohibit departthem from — Julia Cruz, ments so coming to students business major the camcan be pus to regproperly advised. Before regis- ister or inquire about what they tering for classes students often need to have completed before have doubts or concerns about so their file can be updated. their degree plan.

“Maybe they work all day and “Personally, before registering cannot get a couple of hours to

come register,” Moreno said.

Students have the option to register online from their homes.

The Viking virtual line system also was recently installed on campus. Students are able to sign into the system and have their number called as opposed to waiting in long lines.

“It was very useful. I honestly didn’t feel like I was waiting in line,” said business major Julia Cruz.

By registering ahead of time students have the opportunity to solidify their class schedules and stay ahead of the curve. This also alleviates stress on the server network allowing for a smoother and more successful registration process.

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payment for their activities and items for sale.

The annual festival is the biggest fundraiser for most of the student groups on campus, all of the funds raised go directly to the organizations.

The carnival will take place on Friday, Oct. 27 from 5-10 p.m.

For more information contact the office of Student Leadership and Campus Life at 361-698-1279.

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Del Mar College Drama department presents: The Foreigner, a two act comedy by Larry Shue.

This semester’s production of the award winning play takes protagonist, Charlie Baker, on a wild ride during a visit to small town Georgia.

Opening night will feature hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

General admission is $10, $6 for seniors, military, faculty and staff and $3 for students with valid DMC ID. Performances will be Oct. 27-28 and Nov. 2-4 at 7:30 p.m. For more information contact Del Mar Drama at 361-698-2255.

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High schoolers start preparing early Young students learn more about DMC’s dual credit program Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@foghornnews.com

With a goal of being an ER doctor someday, John Vasquez plans to start preparing while still in the ninth grade. The Moody High School student, who plans to enroll in dual credit classes next semester, was just one of many high schoolers at Dual Credit Community Night getting a preview of the program.

Unlike some parents, John’s dad, Daniel Vasquez, isn’t nervous about his son starting dual credit classes as he is also attending Del Mar college’s nursing program.

With the college offering programs like dual credit, students who are ready to get a head start on their college career are able to do so through Del Mar College — and students like

John and his father are able to attend college together.

Del Mar College held the Oct. 17 event for aspiring high school students to come and learn more about their options for acquiring college credits before actually entering college.

This event was free and hosted by Nicole Kindzirsky, Victoria Preece and Emily Gonzalez, members of the Early College Department.

“A lot of questions as far as transferability often times comes up,” Kindzirsky said.

“We had a lot of students asking about CTE (Career and Technical Education) courses as well.”

With the objective of providing information for students who want to apply for the dual credit program, the event offered a slideshow of information as well as an Apply Texas workshop.

Information about TSIs, the process for application and the different specialized courses for specific high schools were dis-

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Carolyn Robles (right) and fellow dual credit students talk to newcomers about the nature of taking college classes early. Other speakers talked about applications such as Apply Texas and TSI. cussed to parents and students with room for questions.

The conference room had a row of tables set up that included departments such as the Stone Writing Center, the science department and even the

court reporting department.

“We did have a high population of homeschool students who came out,” said Kindzirsky, who added that Del Mar’s homeschool population has tripled in the past couple

years.

Students interested in learning more about their dual credit course options are encouraged to contact the Early College Department with any questions on applying.

Dean up for challenge Dean to advance Big part of new job is focusing on Texas Pathways Project Mark Young myoung@foghornnews.com

Bringing over a decade of experience, Kristina Wilson, the new dean of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment, hopes to make all departments better for faculty and students.

While originally from South Texas, Wilson has studied at numerous institutions across Texas. She received a Doctorate in Educational Leadership degree from Lamar University, a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas-Pan American and a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Texas at Austin, but is coming to DMC from South Texas College in McAllen.

Her role as the dean of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment will focus on making DMC be more efficient across all departments.

“I will be working with everyone at one point or another in all units,” Wilson said. “I’m going to help make sure that all departments are running efficiently and work to make them better.”

(Drones from Page 1) The Federal Aviation Administration banned all flying of drones unless they were certified when Harvey hit because of emergency responders flying in helicopters and planes.

“Those who did meet the criteria with the FAA, you can do all kinds of things like surveying areas,” Nelson said. This included finding out which infrastructure and utilities needed to be rebuilt for insurance claims and

While she is fresh at DMC, school to community college Wilson is already working on to university to finally their canew projects for the college. reer,” Wilson said. “They have She is working to transfer the asked all community colleges current data systems to a new- to participate and soon Del er system and will soon be de- Mar will.” veloping a new strategic plan Wilson said the project for the college. could take up to 10 years or President Mark Escamilla more, but she is up for the said she will be “critical to ac- challenge. creditation and the “I’m excited to college getting its ‘limake the college cense to operate’ and even more student operate smoothly. She centered,” Wilson will be the tip of the said. “By strengthenspear for accreditaing aspects such as tion.” advising, students Escamilla said both can have even more Wilson and the other success.” new dean, Cody Gregg, While Wilson is alwere “highly regard- Wilson will focus ready working on nued in at South Texas on making DMC merous projects, she College, and matched more efficient in said she’s excited to with their experience all areas. become part of the in their fields and incommunity at Del Mar struction. I’m excited and in Corpus Christi. that they are here.”

“Being new to the college is Wilson laid out her long- exciting and getting to make term plans. new relationships with people “While those will be coming is even better,” Wilson said. up, I’ll also be working on the “I’m also excited to be so Texas Pathways Projects,” Wil- close to the beach!” Wilson son said. exclaimed. “I’ve already been The Texas Pathways Project going to the beach about once was created by the Texas Asso- a week and I can’t wait to go ciation of Community Colleges more!” to make a better path for students and their education.

“The ultimate goal is to fa@foghornmark cilitate a pathway from high

adjusting and studying the loss of coastal areas and vegetation.

In addition to Del Mar College and A&M-CC, other industries including Urban Engineering, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol and XDS Surveying also attended the open house to give demonstrations with flying a drone.

The event was a success and the turnout met Nelson’s expectations.

“It went good. This was the first one they’ve done of this type and I thought it went over well,” Nelson

said. “Some of it was demonstration, some was hands-on and some was just presentation so there was a wide variety.”

After learning from the presenters and witnessing demonstrations, Larson felt inspired on what he might do as a possible career with building drones.

“I want to learn to build drones and how to program and put them together so each individual piece works and build it properly,” Larson said.

learning resources Gregg will help with the Southside Campus library

Gregg will be helping “advance learning resources across the entire district.”

“Mr. Gregg will be an important part in helping remodel the White Library,” Escamilla said.

Mark Young ”He will also have a large part in myoung@foghornnews.com the new library on the Southside For Cody Gregg, the new dean Campus.” of Learning Resources, libraries Gregg said he wants to upare more than just a place to find date the facilities. books.

“I want to help make the liOriginally from West Texas, braries here more modern and near Amarillo, Gregg received bring them to the 21st century.” a Master of Arts in English as a Gregg said.

Second Language degree and a Escamilla said both Gregg Bachelor of Arts for double ma- and the other new dean, Wilson, jor in English and History degree were “highly regarded in South from the University of Texas-Pan Texas College, and matched American, now UT-Rio Grande with their experience in their Valley, as well as a Master in Li- fields and instruction. I’m excitbrary and Information Science ed that they are here.” degree from the University of Gregg shared his goals for the North Texas. libraries.

Gregg has worked “My passion, I guess in a variety of roles in you could say, is making his more than 20-year libraries a more collabocareer, having served rative and student cenas an English profestered place,” Gregg said. sor, director of audio/ “I want to make a space visual programs and where students can go various aspects of lifor a variety of reasons, brary and technology but I mostly just want it systems. to be better than when I Gregg will serve Coming from South started.” as the dean of Texas College in McAlGregg said the libraries Learning Relen, along with the are more than just a place sources. other newly hired for students to go and dean, Kristina Wilson, study or find a book.

Gregg worked at the college “Students have so many refor more than two decades and sources at a library and I want served as the dean of library and them to be even better,” Gregg learning resources. said.

While he spent a large amount Above all, Gregg said he is of his career down south, Gregg excited to be at such an estabsaid he is “ready and excited to lished institution in a new city. be at Del Mar and Corpus Chris“The college I came from ti.” started in 1993,” Gregg said. “Del Gregg will not only look over Mar is a huge part of this comthe libraries on the East and munity and I’m excited to be a West Campus, but will be piv- part of that.” otal in the development of the library at the Southside Campus. @foghornmark President Mark Escamilla said

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Lynette Cervantes, a DMC truck driving instructor, talks about her experience as a truck driver and what she did to save a young girl's life.

See something, say something Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Lynette Cervantes, a DMC truck driving instructor, remembers the day clearly. It was below freezing and she was sitting in her truck at a truck stop just outside Albany, New York. She was looking down into the eyes of a young girl in a short skirt and a flimsy coat. Cervantes had just been solicited by a young girl who was a prostitute.

“I denied her company; however, I invited her into my truck so she could get warm but then she told me, ‘If you are not going to date me then I need to move on,’” Cervantes said.

When the young girl left to the next truck, Cervantes called law enforcement. They showed up, rescued the girl and then apprehended the man who was prostituting her.

Cervantes did not save just one life, she saved countless others. This is the memory she will always live with.

Driving a truck is not the only skill drivers learn. The Del Mar College program adopted Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting human

trafficking, in 2009 and it has been a said. part of the curriculum since.

The instructors in the program “A lot of our big carriers are heav- each have their own experiences ily involved with TAT and it looks and encounters with people who better on a student’s resumé when are stuck in human trafficking. Flores they go out and try to get a job,” Cer- said this is something they talk vantes said. about almost every day.

In every class they show a video “Everything we tell them is life exdemonstration on how truckers can perience on what we dealt with, baidentify sically giving them a shortcut “Everything we human in knowing already once they t ra f f i c kget out,” Flores said. tell them is life ing acCraig Mason, a transportat i v i t y . experience on what tion student, did not expect The vidto learn about human traffickwe dealt with ...” ing at truck and rest stops. He eo uses firsthand a new respect for truck — Jaime Flores, gained experidrivers and aspires to be one. ences of made sense with the vidDMC truck driving eo“Itsince young truck drivers travel instructor across the country so they are girls who were kidthe eyes and ears on the road,” napped Mason said. from a Wendy’s restaurant and Truck drivers are not the only ones forced into prostitution at truck on the road. Cervantes wants more stops. people, including regular drivers, to According to Jaime Flores, DMC be aware of what is going on at truck truck driving instructor, the class and rest stops and to be able to spot reacts more when children are in- the signs of human trafficking. volved.

For more information visit www.

“They don’t really expect it so truckersagainsttrafficking.org or call when they hear a child is involved 1-888-373-7888 to report human they just hit ground level,” Flores trafficking while on the road.

The Stone Writing Center offers more than English tutoring.

From history papers to job applications, the center is a place where students can receive help for any writing project.

Liberal Arts major Kristopher Mungia recalls the first time he visited the Stone Writing Center, also known as The Fourth.

In spring 2017, Mungia was researching and writing a paper for his English class.

“They taught me how to do research on the library beacon,” Mungia said. “I never would have found out how to do that if I hadn’t gone there.”

He was also able to use some of the other resources the Stone Writing Center offers.

“They have laptops you can rent which I really liked because I didn’t have a laptop at the time,” he said.

Mungia said the tutors helped him with MLA format and grammar.

“It really improved my grade,” Mungia said.

On his most recent visit

to the Stone Writing Center, Mungia used the center as a quiet place to write an essay, getting occasional help from the on-hand tutors. Mungia said he would go back to the Stone Writing Center for any help he needs in the future.

Emily Priolo, a tutor at the Stone Writing Center, said tutors can help with any writing assignment, even if it is not English related.

“We help teach students,” Priolo said. “We help guide students to strengthen their writing.”

The Stone Writing Center offers two main things for students, Priolo said: tutoring and a quiet workspace.

The center helps an average of 428 students per week both online and in-person.

It can help with anything from an essay to a resume.

Located on the fourth floor of the White Library, the center is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday. Students have the option to get online help by submitting their writing through Canvas.

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Priyankaben Desai (left) explains the help she needs to tutor Emily Piolo. Piolo shows Desai how to improve her history paper.

No se justifica la violencia, 'Yo dije no más...'

Josselyn Obregon jbregon@foghornnews.com La ONU Mujeres público en el 2016, “1 de cada 3 mujeres en el mundo sufre violencia física o sexual, principalmente por un compañero sentimental.” La violencia contra las mujeres es el abuso más generalizado de los derechos humanos y el feminicidio es su expresión extrema.

América Latina ha sido nominada como una de las regiones con mayor taza de violencia doméstica, y en muchos casos esta violencia no es denunciada. Esto se debe a los grandes problemas de impunidad o tabús sociales que llegan a justificar los actos.

Pero no todas las mujeres aceptan vivir bajo el yugo de la violencia y el maltrato. Muchas mujeres se levantan y toman el control de sus vidas. Un caso ejemplo es Milena, una joven

mujer originaria de Sur América quien vivió un matrimonio que casi acabo con su vida y entorno social debido a la violencia doméstica.

Milena decido contar su historia para motivar a otras mujeres que viven una situación similar a no aceptar ser violentadas y pongan un alto. Ella cuenta que decidió casarse en el año 2007, con un hombre acomodado económicamente, tuvo una boda como sacada de revista y todo apuntaba a un matrimonio perfecto. Por lo menos ante los ojos de la sociedad. “Todo era hermoso durante el primer año de convivencia hasta que un día, en estado de ebriedad me dio dos bofetadas.” Milena recuerda que ella quedo en shock, ni su padre le había puesto una mano para corregirla de niña.

Al día siguiente quien era su

esposo le pido disculpas y jus- quitado toda su libertad, ella tifico que fue el alcohol. Ella no tenía llave de su propia casa, lo perdono, pero al cabo del el chofer o la ama de llaves le tiempo el maltrato empezó a abrían la puerta, por ninguna ser más recurrazón ella podía rente; cada llegar tarde del “Se puede salir vez era más trabajo, eso se de una situación convertiría en un seguido y con más fuerza, al problema. de estas, nada punto de de“Yo no acudí jarla tirada en justifica vivir bajo a mi familia, lo el suelo sin cual fue un gran la violencia de conocimiento. error, y no lo hice Milena reyo creía ninguna forma” porque cuerda que la que lo amaba violencia no que un día él — Milena ycambiaria.” solo fue físi“Yo ca, la violenjustifique el malcia psicológica fue tan fuerte trato por amor, pero eso no era que ella se alejó de su familia amor era miedo.” y amigos, al punto de estar casi En el 2011 Milena decido aislada. “Él llego a controlarme poner punto final al capítutanto, que yo creí que no valía lo más amargo de su vida. Un nada, que no podría sobrevivir matrimonio que casi le cuesta con mi sueldo y si tenía algo la vida. Tomo valor y se valoró en la vida era por él.” Él le había así misma, huyo de su casa y lu-

(Violence from Page 1) Five years after being married, she ran away, with help from the apartment security. She returned to her parents’ house, yet he showed up at their door persuading her to return.

“I had the hope that he would change but a person like that never, never changes. After three times of escaping, he always convinced me to return,” Milena said.

After being separated for two months, her husband would stalk her at work, not allowing her to receive a divorce. One day at work she found him in the parking lot threatening her.

“If I can’t have you, no one will,” he told her.

Feeling like he was going to kill her, she filed a restraining order.

“I woke up from that nightmare and I said I don’t deserve this kind of life. My father did not make a lot of effort to have this kind of life, so the last time I left the house and him I did not return,” Milena said.

Del Mar College’s lead counselor, Rita Hernandez, is available to talk to domestic violence victims.

The Counselling Center’s staff holds a Title IX committee and meets every quarter or so, focusing on Title IX issues including domestic violence.

“One thing students can do is

ing her education to be a medical laboratory technician.

“Our life is unique, it’s invaluable and any person in a war deserves to leave,” Milena said. “We are risking our lives believing in a fake relationship, believing that the person will change.” @MiaMiaEstrada

ego con el apoyo de su familia y amigos tramito el divorcio para nunca más volver a ver a su verdugo.

Hoy Milena tienen una nueva vida. Migro a Estados Unidos en el 2014 y se rencontró con su primer amor de la adolescencia.

Un hombre completamente diferente que le ama y apoya en todos sus proyectos, se casaron recientemente.

Actualmente Milena continua con éxito sus estudios en Del Mar College.

Ella no quiere que otras mujeres vivan lo misma o situaciones similares. “Se puede salir de una situación de estas, nada justifica vivir bajo la violencia de ninguna forma” dijo Milena. Agradeciendo ser una de esas mujeres que puso un alto a la violencia doméstica y hoy motiva a todas a que hagan lo mismo.

NEED HELP? To contact Del Mar College's Counseling Center, call 361698-1586 or email dmccounseling@delmar.edu. The center offers several forms of counseling, including for couples, as long as one partner is a DMC student.

Truth and reality n One in five women and one in 16 men are sexually assaulted while in college. n More than 90% of sexual assault victims on college campus do not report the assault. n In eight out of 10 cases of rape, the victim knew the person who sexually assaulted them.

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ask for support. Coming to the Counseling Center students can be assured that what they’re going through remains confidential,” Hernandez said. “We will not pressure them to report until they are ready, but we will make sure they have a safety plan in place.”

The Counseling Center works with organizations such as the Women’s Shelter of South Texas

to help students find resources.

If needed, the center also offers couples therapy; only one person needs to be a student at Del Mar. To contact the center, call 361698-1586 or email dmccounseling@delmar.edu.

Milena, who is sharing her history to help others in a similar situation, has been divorced for about five years and is continu-

n Rape is the most under-reported crime; 63% of sexual assault are not reported to the police. n 63.3% of men at one university who self-reported acts qualifying as rape or attempted rape admitted to committing repeat rapes. n 81% of women and 35% of men report significant shortterm or long-term impacts such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

SOURCE: National Sexual Violence Resource Center

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Students can bring up any topics they wish to discuss at sessions

Marissa Lopez mlopez@foghornnews.com Group therapy sessions are now being offered to Del Mar students.

The sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday and are open to any student who wants to participate.

According to Counselor Sarah Soto, group therapy can help students with anxiety, stress and depression.

“Group provides an opportunity for people to hear that they’re not alone,” Soto said. “Students can learn ways to process and handle situations.”

According to Rita Hernandez, lead counselor, the center has had 200 appointments since the semester began. The counselors each keep a 20 student case-load and when the there are no more spaces available for a private meeting, students can be put on a waitlist.

“Once we hit a waitlist students have the option to start a group while they wait for a private session,” Hernandez said. “Students do a 10-15 minute screening with a counselor to find out if group is a good fit for them.”

On average, eight to 10 students participate in the sessions.

“Students are welcome to observe the group to get an understanding of the discussion,” Hernandez said.

While group therapy is facilitated by a counselor, students can bring up topics they would like to discuss.

“I like to know there are people out there that are just like me,” said Elizabeth Salinas, a childhood education major. She feels that group therapy can be helpful for students.

Although Salinas has not participated in the group sessions, she likes the idea of having someone who can relate to what she is going through.

Soto said counseling can benefit everyone.

“I received a lot of help from counseling and therapy and it was pretty life changing,” Soto said. “My goal is to share that with others.”

For more information about group therapy and other services, email the Counseling Center at dmccounseling@delmar.edu.

GROUP SESSIONS For more information about group therapy and other services, email the Counseling Center at dmccounseling@ delmar.edu.

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Alavra Caudillo and her dance partner take to the floor during the Social Dance Club’s Oct. 18 meeting in the Kinesiology Building.

Dancing the day away

Have you ever wanted to dance like a pro? Well come to The Social Dance club meets at 1:30 p.m. every other Del Mar’s own Social Dance Club and let some experienced Wednesday, with the next meeting being Nov. 1, in the Kidancers show you the ropes. nesiology Building, Room AQ 203.

The honor of a red cord Collegiate students go the extra mile to donate blood Mia Estrada mestrada@foghornnews.com Many high school seniors are donating blood to the Coastal Bend Blood Center to help the community, but also to receive a red cord for graduation.

Tammy Alcala, Collegiate High School career prep teacher, once worked with the blood center and wants students to support the center’s mission.

“Just the experience of saving lives is a good reason to donate blood. It gives the opportunity to do something for their community that’s not too hard to do,” Alcala said.

The Red Cord Heroes Program allows students to donate three times throughout the year or have five people donate in the stu-

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Clarissa Juarez, a senior, donates blood to the Coastal Bend Blood Center to receive a red cord for graduation from the Red Cord Heroes Program. dent’s name to receive a cord. Students are limited to weight, age and medical restrictions.

In the 2016-17 school year, 1,826 high school seniors donated blood and received a red cord from the blood center.

Elizabeth Constance, donor development office coordinator at the Coastal Bend Blood Center, said the red cord program means a lot to the center, accounting for 80 percent of the blood supply collected.

“Blood is not something we can reproduce ... and high school is a way that we can do a community outreach in an effective way. Hopefully, we can cultivate long-lasting donors through the high school program,” Constance said.

Clarissa Juarez, a Collegiate

Life is ruff without a pet

unexpectedly losing her sight and seeing pure darkness.

With her expression totally gone, Monique Moreno, dean of student services at Collegiate, bought orange juice and cookies to help Juarez with her iron. She eventually regained her color and ability to move again. The mishap came from lack of sleep and food consumed on the day of giving blood.

Despite a scary experience like this, Juarez will continuing to give blood in the following six weeks to receive a cord and save lives.

“I’m most likely going to donate blood again to get the red cord but next I’m going to take the requirements to donate blood seriously, like eat a lot of food and get rest to save more lives,” Juarez said.

Texans set to vote on new amendments Omar Mickelson omickelson@foghornnews.com

Students destress before midterms with therapy dogs Veronica Vasquez vvasquez@foghornnews.com Midterms, work and having a social life can be a stressful time for some college students.

Entering a low-lit, calm conference room full of therapy dogs, however, can make those problems disappear, at least temporarily.

Del Mar College’s Counseling Center held a Paws Up Pet Therapy session Oct.16 in the Harvin Center to help students dealing with stress.

The event let students pet and play with puppies to help them relax. This helps to be a substitute for students who at times cannot bring their emotional support animal with them to school.

For some students the support they need might be with them at school or waiting for

High School senior, was excited to donate blood for the first time and save three lives at a blood drive.

“I feel honored to be donating blood to save people’s lives,” she said after having her blood drawn.

However, unlike most Collegiate High School seniors who have given blood this year, Juarez threw up after donating. It is common, according to Eddie Garcia, the nurse who drew blood from Juarez.

“I found it hard to breathe and then all of a sudden I felt dizzy, all of which are side effects. My vision started getting blurry and everything was turning bright,” Juarez said.

About 15 minutes after giving blood and sitting down on a school bench, Juarez felt the dizziness again and lost her balance,

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Auricle Sandoval pets one of the therapy dogs during the Paws Up Pet Therapy session on Oct. 16. them at home. That support comes from an emotional support animal.

“Dealing with the stress of school and having a social life can be stressful at times,” said Aricela Sandoval, a music major.

Sandoval has two cats that she considers her emotional support animals. Unfortunately she has to wait to arrive home to take care of them and to end her day with them.

“It feels comforting knowing you have someone to take care of,” Sandoval said.

An emotional support animal is different from a service animal. An emotional support animal is a pet that you have registered by law and permission from a doctor. They can be

any animal and do not need to be trained.

A service animal is most commonly registered as a dog but can also be a miniature pony.

A service dog needs training in what type of service they need to provide and will be registered by law as well.

Both animals are registered but under different types of laws by the American Disabilities Act. For an emotional support animal there are no species or breed restrictions. Consequently, cats, rabbits, miniature pigs, ferrets, birds and more may be emotional support animals.

For more information visit www.adata.org/publication/ service-animals-booklet.

Last year’s local and presidential elections caused some commotion around East Campus, with voting booths set up in the Heldenfels Administration Building, inviting voters from off campus and on to come and cast their ballots early. However, this election season, which will include a “constitutional amendment election” Nov. 7, hasn’t really caused too much of a stir.

Nueces County Clerk Kara Sands said the aim of this particular election is not to elect government officials into any certain position. Instead, it will allow voters to decide on certain items passed by the Texas House of Representatives, all of which have the potential to become amendments to the Texas Constitution.

“A joint resolution is decided upon by the House members,” Sands said. “And (then) ... it can be voted on by the voters.”

There are many important topics that are set to be included on the ballot for this year’s constitutional election. These issues range from professional sports teams conducting charity raffles to tax exemption for the surviving spouses of deceased

first responders killed in the line of duty.

“One of the big ones is property taxes for disabled veterans,” Sands added. “This goes for (spouses of disabled veterans) as well.”

Historically, voter turnout for young adults tends to be quite small when compared with other age groups. That’s why Collegiate High School senior and Student Council member Benjamin Falcon stressed the importance of taking an interest in getting involved in politics at a young age.

“As a young person, it’s vital for us to be active in politics,” Falcon said. “I helped out before with (last year’s) student elections, and it felt really gratifying to help them vote, regardless of how they did.”

Sands agrees that participating in the voting process, regardless of whether or not the people casting ballots are deciding on the next president or governor, is crucial for both the community and the voters.

“I think that if folks can get past that (notion that this election is insignificant),” Sands said, “they’ll see that (in reality) all elections are important.”

Early voting for the constitutional amendment election runs through Nov. 3.

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Get help for a good resumé Clinic set to help students get ready for applying for a job Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com

Staff recognized Drue Jones is recognized during the Disability Advocate of the Year ceremony on Oct. 20 in the Harvin Center.

Del Mar College employees Norman Gillen, Annabeth Hattox, Paul Gottemoller, Mark Robbins, Helen Manibusan,

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Sandra Dawod, Ruby Estrada and Brenda Garcia also were honored at the event for their work with students with disabilities.

Fine dining and etiquette

Students learn the rules of proper eating and manners

Veronica Vasquez vvasquez@foghornnews.com Fine dining and college students mingling are two things not often seen together. But they can help further one’s career.

The Career Development Center held business etiquette lunch and dinners event on Oct. 11 at both East and West campuses. The college welcomed Jane Bourquard Ibanez, a business consultant and motivational speaker, for the events.

Ibanez taught students how to eat properly and how to act when they are eating a meal with their employer or representing their employer.

Students were told what to order, how to eat and how to mind their table manners.

“It is important of how you present yourself,” Ibanez said.

“Do not have your phone in your face because it could cost you that job.”

She also urged students, “when preparing your resume you can put that you have taken an etiquette course and your employer can send you on im-

Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com Several dozen Del Mar students have been awarded aid from the Harvey Student Assistance Fund from the Del Mar Foundation to rebuild after the Category 4 storm.

So far, 61 students have been awarded grants from the fund for a total of $25,650.

A large donation was giving to the Foundation by the Coastal Bend Community Foundation through the estate of Olga Doan.

According to Mary Mc-

Professor tells of area's rich history, culture Ramirez lectures to Del Mar students about genealogy

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Jane Bourquard Ibanez teaches a student on how to properly greet someone at the business etiquette lunch. portant business luncheons or dinners.”

Ibanez was joined by employers from Cintas, Lyondellbasell, Frost Bank and Texas A&M University-Kingsville who attended to help answer students’ questions.

Trevor Farley, an employment manager from Cintas, encouraged students to be themselves.

“It doesn’t matter what your job title is as long as you have the skills. That is what they are looking for, long-term employment,” Farley said. “Don’t over-

sell yourself. Know who you are and pay your dues.”

Darcy Letson, a student studying for a degree in architecture, works for Career Development and was attending her fourth etiquette dinner.

“I always learn something new or get reminded of something I was doing wrong,” Letson said. “The one key thing I’ve learned is be kind. Being kind and being polite is how you want to be treated and that can be transferred into your regular life.”

Students receive emergency funds to help rebuild their lives

Del Mar Foundation grants a total of over $25K in assistance

One of the key aspects in acquiring a job is building a coherent resumé, and Del Mar College can assist students in this area.

The college holds a resumé-writing clinic twice every semester on the East Campus.

The next resume writing clinics will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 3 and at 11 a.m. Nov. 6 in the Career Kiosk in the Harvin Center.

“A good resumé will get you an interview; it won’t get you the job,” said Vanessa Adkins, career coordinator for Del Mar College.

To further assist students in building a resumé and seeking out a job, there are various computer programs available, including in the Career Kiosk in the Harvin Center and Stone Writing Center.

According to Adkins, some common mistakes seen in a resumé are things like students putting hobbies and interests.

Whatever the company needs is of primary importance. One of the biggest mistakes students make is they don’t put what’s required on a resume.

“They’re not tailoring the ob-

Queen, executive director of Development, the Foundation office processes about 15 to 20 applications per week.

“If you are a current Del Mar College student trying to rebuild your life and need assistance dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, you can apply for up to $500 in hurricane relief funds,” McQueen said.

There is no deadline to apply for the funds. However, it is essential that the money be used for that purpose.

“If the money is not used, we will be contacting the donors and asking them how they want us to use those funds like any remainder could be applied toward the general scholarship fund,” said Kar-

en Silva, development officer with the Del Mar College Foundation.

The foundation has expended all available funds for faculty and staff assistance. They will continue to take applications, but the foundation does not have the funds to provide grants for faculty and staff.

Students can continue to apply for the Harvey Student Assistance Fund. Students can look at the guidelines, the application and instructions on www.delmar.edu/workarea.

“We want to encourage everyone in need to apply. We know the storm has impacted each person differently, and we want everyone to know that these funds are there for them,” Silva said.

jective to the company or job they’re applying for,” Adkins said.

Finally, students should avoid putting age, religion, sexual preference and any inappropriate email addresses.

“There was great refinement in the resumé and it was a very good and professional experience,” said Del Mar student Victor Alcocer Jr. The hiring process for a company and the resumé go hand in glove.

Todd Farley, a general manager for Cintas who has extensive experience with the hiring process, offered his own advice.

“Every position has a set of must haves,” Farley said.

Bringing a long-term person on board is vital. Some red flags Farley looks for are gaps in employment and multiple jobs.

To be a success a student must always have a running modified resumé, according to Adkins.

Adkins said resumés should be one page.

References are significant in the scheme of things.

“A reference can be the key to assessing how you fit in within the organization,” Adkins said.

Students have to work hard to build their resumés.

“The importance of a resumé is high because it is a reflection of the student and their future career pathway,” Adkins said.

Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com

The history of South Texas is rich and far reaching. Professor Renato Ramirez made this much and more apparent at a recent genealogy lecture.

Genealogy is the study of a family pedigree or account of the origin of one’s own family. This display was made possible because of Ramirez’s hard work and effort and his own personal connection to the history. The major contributor to this historical research is based on the work of Dr. Cleotilde P. Garcia. She produced a work called “Padre Jose Nicolas Balli and Padre Island,” which details the founding of Padre Island and the influence of the Balli family.

The Padre Island National Sea-

shore was established in 1962.

Balli was immensely influential, producing over 60 books and various native languages. The history of the South Texas region dates all the way back to the Middle Ages.

Ramirez displayed the coats of arms the Army men would wear on the battlefield and told of his own personal family coat of arms and its place in the genealogical tree history of South Texas.

“I enjoyed the presentation.

I’m Hispanic myself and I didn’t know how rich our culture was. I was thoroughly impressed,” said biology major Andres Perez.

Each family has a rich history and heritage. If you ignore your history “you’re losing out on the rich history that has come before you,” Ramirez said.

The interest does run deep.

“People are very, very interested and passionate about genealogy,” said Elizabeth N. Flores, professor of political science and Mexican-American studies.

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Professor Renato Ramirez talks about genealogy to students in his lecture Oct. 11 in the White Library.

Sociology instructor to lead group's Human Rights Committee Lopez's priorities include stressing value of human rights Josselyn Obregon jobregon@foghornnews.com Social work is more than a profession based on practice and academic discipline. It is also responsible for promoting change and social development, strengthening the principles of social justice, safeguarding human rights and promoting diversity.

Because of her passion for the job, the National Association of Social Workers recently named Olivia López, an adjunct instructor of sociology at Del Mar College, as chairwoman of its Human

and excited to be more than a fessionals in the area to these member of the National Associa- and other projects. tion of Social Workers. The com"One thing is to talk about humittee is expected to be fully man rights and another is to live active by the end it," López said. of the year, with López, a deONLINE between three scendant of a oghorn ews .com Latino family and six more proof Acceder el sitio de Foghorn fessionals. migrant parents, News para ver el artículo en Lopez also has spent her Español. said that among career in the acthe projects she tive practice in hopes to execute are strength- defense of women, migrants and ening and educating the popu- other minorities. She has contriblation in the concept of human uted and donated her time to the rights and social responsibility; formation of different associaworking closely with the Lati- tions and professional assistance no community, African-Ameri- with other institutions with social cans and all minorities who see service. themselves affected by discrim"Human beings have rights to ination; and promoting the par- be human beings, regardless of ticipation of students and pro- their origin," López said.

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Olivia López is an adjunct instructor of sociology at Del Mar College.

Rights Committee.

Founded in 1955, the association is the largest of its kind in the

world with more than 120,000 associates.

López said she feels honored

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Ultimate Frisbee tourney soars

A Del Mar student passes the frisbee to his teammate to score a point in the Ultimate Frisbee intramurals tournament in the Kinesiology Building.

Photos by Charlie Blalock/Foghorn News

Undefeated team The Unknowns aims to keep streak alive Chloe Carrillo ccarrillo@foghornnews.com With table tennis, a 5K fun run and an intense Ultimate Frisbee tournament, the past two weeks have been busy for Del Mar College Intramurals.

Ultimate Frisbee was played in the gymnasium from Oct. 1019. On the last day, the players were divided up into four teams and then competed for a spot in the finals.

The two teams that ended up going into the final round were The Unknowns and The Upper E. The Unknowns had been undefeated all season and were looking for one final victory on Oct. 19. The Upper E were looking to take that away from them.

Evelyn Flores, a member of The Upper E, is no stranger to intramurals but decided to try a new sport this semester.

“With this being my last year, I really felt that I needed not to only participate in volleyball but other sports. I started with volleyball and right now I’m doing Ultimate Frisbee.”

Flores goes to Collegiate, where there are not any official sports like the traditional high school. This has affected her life since she participated in sports before going to high school.

“It’s a great experience since we don’t only get to play, but we meet new people and eventually become new friends. It’s devastating that this is my last year

but I’m happy I did sports, which is what I love,” Flores said.

Even the crowds got into the games. There was a ton of commentary being shouted from both sides of the gymnasium.

This came from being happy for their team to being envious of the other.

Stanley Uzoigwe, a student who occasionally watches and participates in the tournaments, was there supporting his friends and past teammates.

“The Ultimate Frisbee game was exciting. There was sweat and wit plastered throughout the court. It was interesting to see how the teams came together and worked together in order to score,” Uzoigwe said.

Uzoigwe said he might participate in future intramural events.

“I could definitely see myself coming back. Yeah, yeah I could definitely see myself coming back. Maybe one of these days, I might even play,” Uzoigwe said.

As for one of the team leaders of The Unknowns, Miriam Duran, this win meant a lot to her.

“This win was absolutely incredible. My teammates and I worked well together, we played by the rules and respected everyone. I loved playing with them, we had such a great time!

Wouldn’t have wanted another team,” Duran said.

Duran has done multiple tournaments and has helped lead most of them. She continues to play full of excitement and is eager to participate in more games.

Next up for intramurals is 5-on-5 basketball, set for Oct. 23-26 in the gym.

ABOVE: A student rushes to catch the frisbee for a point. Intramurals will also be hosting 5-on-5 basketball on Oct. 23-26 in the Kinesiology Building on East Campus.

BOTTOM LEFT: Rilwan Sanusi gives his best throw to opposing side to score a point in the Ultimate Frisbee tournament on Oct.19.

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INTRAMURALS Oct. 23-26: 5-on-5 Basketball Oct. 30: Hot Shot Contest Nov. 1: Dodgeball Nov. 2: Pickleball Tournament Nov. 6-9: 5 on 5 Flag Football Nov. 13-16: 3 on 3 Basketball Nov. 20: 3-point Contest Nov. 28-30: 5 on 5 Indoor Soccer

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Economic Crunch

Slice of the Big Apple in South Texas Authentic New York Pizza offers great taste for a great price

By Foghorn staff A local business offers a slice of New York and Italian cuisine to Corpus Christi, which is a marked difference from big food chains in the area.

LENNON MENDIOLA Authentic New York Pizza is a unique treat and an excellent pizza stop. I had two four-cheese pizza slices and the display confused me for a moment because from personal experiences around Corpus Christi with pizza, which mostly revolve around food chain pizzas such as Pizza Hut, Little Caesars and such, seeing a thick cheese-covered slice of pizza was not in mind when ordering. As for the taste itself, each bite was a cheese sensation.

The best thing about the slices was the perfect blend of ingredients used. Unlike some pizza places, it was not too much nor too little of anything. The sauce was not over the top, the cheese was baked perfectly over the slice without overpowering the sauce and the crust was flavorful. Not only was the presentation mouthwatering, but the taste itself delivered.

I would definitely recommend

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Two slices of cheese and a slice of pepperoni pizza are served hot at Authentic New York Pizza, at 5838 S. Staples St. this pizza place to anyone looking for a good quality pizza. It is different than the food chains and in my opinion is much better tasting.

BRITTANY CLARAMUNT I’m no guru on New York pizza, but after visiting the Big Apple and trying a slice of authentic pizza, I have an idea of what it should taste like. Authentic New York Pizza captures that style and taste in its pizza.

I wanted to try something simple

yet it was what I had when I went to New York. I had a simple pepperoni pizza but after taking the first bite, it went from simple to unique. The ingredients used on the pizza taste real and fresh, you can tell from the smell. The slice had the perfect and even amount of ingredients that one did not overpower the other.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is like a typical pizza place in New York. It is completely different than Pizza Hut, Dominoes, Papa

John’s, etc. It felt comforting with the live music and the awesome art on the walls, and the staff made you feel more welcomed.

The prices were honestly the best. The three slices of pizza from a 16-inch was only $10.32 and just eating one slice I was full. A large cheese pizza from Pizza Hut is around $13 whereas a 16-inch inch pizza (which is bigger) can feed a family of five at Authentic New York Pizza for $13. And pizza is not all

they have, as they also offer sandwiches, pastas, wings and a variety of specialty pizzas.

Authentic New York Pizza is by far one of my favorite places to eat with my family. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for something different than the big chains and authentic from a place that is hundreds of miles away. I might bring Lennon here more often too so we can remember our trip to the Big Apple.

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Relentless battle for the American dream Contributed photo/Bethesda Studios

Sebastian Castellanos runs from the zombies in Union after using his last bullet in “The Evil Within 2," the follow-up to the previous entry in 2014.

Get ready to face‘The Evil Within’ once again all changes when Mobius agent and former partner Juli Kidman reveals his daughter isn’t dead and is trapped in the STEM system in an idyllic town named Union. Sebastian must go back into the STEM Jonathan Garcia system to find his daughter as well jgarcia@foghornnews.com as some other Mobius operatives who got lost trying to find Lily. But Dive back into the STEM system many evil forces plan to thwart Seand face your fears once again in bastian and he must survive these “The Evil Within 2.” evil forces and rescue his daughter.

Bethesda Studios and Tango The graphics have improved Gameworks return with a sequel since the original as this entry uses three years after the original and an engine by iD Tech appropriately aim to strike fear in gamers once titled “STEM Engine.”The look of the again with survivcity of Union is al horror. The preeerie and always Gameplay: vious entry had makes you feel A the psychological like something scares nailed but is around every Story: characters were corner waiting B+ bland and uninto kill you. In the Graphics: teresting. The seoriginal, SebasA+ quel promises to tian’s story was fix the original’s told through Soundtrack: flaws and does collectible files A+ so, as well as adds about him you new stuff and pick up in the Overall: changes to this world, resulting A entry. in him being Three years bland. He’s more since the Beacon fleshed out in Mental Hospital incident, ex-cop this entry as you have a reason to Sebastian Castellanos is haunted get behind his cause to find his by the disappearance of his wife daughter and even the side characand death of his daughter Lily. This ters you meet are interesting.

Bethesda’s survival horror game arrives in time for Halloween

The survival horror element is still present in the game as you can only carry a certain amount of ammo, making you think how to approach facing your enemies. The zombies and creatures in the game are very unsettling, including a mysterious lady who sings a creepy tune while trying to kill you. The design of these beings are well done and will guarantee to bring chills down your spine while playing this game.

The game even offers a small nonlinear experience by doing side quests to search for supplies for upgrades and crafting weapons, offering an interesting experience.

Upgrading Sebastian’s abilities are still the same way by collecting green gel from dead enemies you kill but the crafting system has had some changes. This time you can use gunpowder to make ammo, herbs for syringes and medkits, even bows for your crossbow in addition to upgrading your weapons.

“The Evil Within 2” is definitely a game you won’t want to miss with tension-filled gameplay, creepy imagery and foes. With Halloween around the corner, this game is perfect to play on the holiday with your friends and have a good scare. @jonathan10894

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Johnny Faust (Andy Biersack) is persuaded by the devil (Malcolm McDowell) himself in “American Satan.”

Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com

The devil tells them nobody needs God. Religion is the thing that divides humanity but music is what Johnny Faust and his friends drop brings us together. out of school and move to HollyAs music legend David Bowie wood to start a rock band and make once said, “Rock ’n’ roll has always it big in “American Satan.” After they been the devil’s music. You can’t encounter the devil, what comes convince me that it isn’t.” next will change their lives forever.

Furthermore Ozzy Osbourne, the Their band, The Relentless, goes frontman of Black Sabbath, said, from being poor “I was truly conand living in their vinced that I was Cast: van to living at possessed by the Athe top of rock devil.”

Script: ’n’ roll heaven A handful of A+ with power and rock stars somemoney. Faust is times can’t exCinematography: the picture of the plain what came A+ perfect fallen rock over them so they star from grace. just went with it Soundtrack: The Relentless are through the years A gods among men like Led Zeppelin Overall: in the world of sex, or Prince. violence, drugs Something A and rock ’n’ roll. strangely similar They experience and not for the the duality of rock ’n’ roll. faint of heart happens to The RelentThe entire film is a ride and a bat- less. The devil only wants one thing tle between God and the devil for in return from Faust and his friends, the souls of Faust and his friends. and that’s their life.

The devil, played by Malcolm I greatly enjoyed McDowell as the McDowell, gives them everything devil. His performance was stellar. they ever dreamed of and asks for “American Satan” is a perfect pornothing in return. He tells the band, trait of a rock band and their journey Remember when Van Halen wrote from stardom to somewhere else ‘Running with the Devil’? I was there. entirely.

Remember when AC/DC wrote This movie will truly keep you ‘Highway to Hell’? I was there.” on the edge of your seat and leave Once the Relentless makes the you wanting to meet the devil, and agreement with the devil there is no is a true test of faith, and in the end going back. you’ll say, “God bless America.”

The almost never-ending ‘Death Day ’ Azrael Montoya amontoya@foghornnews.com

“Happy Death Day” is the horror version of the film “Groundhog Day.” If a person wants myriad chances to correct one’s own life, this is that particular film.

The main character in the film, Theresa “Tree” Gelbman (Jessica Rothe), keeps waking up in the same day, her birthday in a twilight zone of sorts because she must find her killer.

She is a student in college on the wrong path of life decisions.

She has an estrangement from her father due to some family history.

She’s just an immoral and selfish person living her life recklessly.

Each time she dies she gets another chance to live the same day over (if only some of us were that lucky). As Tree tells her father in the film, she learns a lot about her life when given the chance. In the end Tree ends up changing her life for the better and is able to find some sort of happiness.

She finds a solid guy to be with and gets her whole life straightened out.

“Happy Death Day” was a nice brainy twist on horror slasher films.

Parts of it left little to be desired like the conflict in the sorority house.

That part was immensely weak. All in all the film is still a blood-hearted good scare at the box office.

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

Overall: B

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Theresa “Tree” Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) slowly becomes aware of the threat that stands behind her in “Happy Death Day,” directed by Christopher B. Landon.

ENTERTAINMENT

October 23, 2017

Marvel debuts series ‘Gifted’

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Brittany Claramunt bclaramunt@foghornnews.com

Besides breaking box office records, Marvel is making a statement on the small screen.

Its new television series, “The Gifted,” debuted Oct. 2 on Fox, and it did not disappoint on upholding Marvel’s cinematic vision.

“The Gifted” is an adventure series that follows an ordinary suburban family until their children, Lauren Strucker (Natalie Alyn Lind) and Andy Strucker (Percy Hynes White), discover they have developed mutant powers. Their parents, Reed Strucker (Stephen Moyer) and Kate Strucker (Amy Acker), now must protect them from a hostile government that forces them to run where they later find an underground network of other mutants with their own stories. So the story of the family merges in with the story of survival of the mutants.

The show does have an “X-Men” feel to it because the director and executive producers were all involved with the “X-Men” movies. So far, it has been nonstop action. That non-

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Natalie Alyn Lind (from left), Percy Hynes White, Amy Acker and Stephen Moyer star in “The Gifted,” at 8 p.m. Mondays on Fox. stop action actually highlights what Marvel is known for, cinematography. The same creativity that is used in films is used in the show, so the people who do the amazing visual effects uphold the trend. The show has the look and feel of a movie because of the amazing CG, visual effects and prosthetics they use on the actors. You know it’s not real but they seem real and be-

lievable.

If there aren’t any action sequences, then the drama of the dialogue comes in and plays as the action that leaves you on the edge of your seat. Moyer and Acker know how to dissect the dialogue and figure out how parents would react; it’s easier for them because they have children of their own. The script is thoroughly well written

so the viewer can easily follow what is going on without being confused because they may not know much about the Marvel Universe. The script and the way the actors play with those words drive the action that is taking place, but also moves the show along at a good pace.

Marvel is at the forefront on raising movie standards and soon it will be raising television

show standards. New episodes of “The Gifted” come out at 8 p.m. Mondays on Fox. I’ve got my DVR recording it because I don’t want to miss a single episode. Knowing Marvel, I wouldn’t be surprised if they left Easter eggs in the show for upcoming films. @BrittClaramunt

‘Big Little Lies’ brings big truths Nightmare on Ocean Drive

HBO miniseries touches on domestic violence, other topics

Corpus Christi holds local film contest for horror flicks

Natalie Murphy nmurphy@foghornnews.com One off the biggest winners of this year’s Emmy Awards was HBO’s adaptation of Liane Moriarty’s “Big Little Lies.” The limited series, which ran earlier this year, touched on a multitude of topics affecting women in today’s society.

The series tackle topics such as domestic violence, rape and the stigmas women face both inside and outside of the workforce.

Many have praised the show for tackling these topics. Nicole Kidman even stated in her acceptance speech that she felt like the show did a great job of bringing to light the complexities of domestic violence.

The way in which the show tackled the issue of domestic violence wasn’t the normal fodder for TV. It touched on the difficulties of leaving an abusive relationship, and how emotional control can keep someone in that situation. The show also tackled the issue of domestic violence between parents carrying over into the actions of their children.

In the beginning of the series

Julieta Hernandez jhernandez@foghornnews.com

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Madeline Martha Mackenzie (Reese Witherspoon, from left), Jane Chapman (Shailene Woodley) and Celeste Wright (Nicole Kidman) look on with their kids in HBO’s miniseries “Big Little Lies.”

Kidman’s character is a former attorney who is now a stay-athome mom to her twins but she ends up taking a case for a friend.

Kidman’s husband, played by Alexander Skarsgård, is none too happy to have his wife going back into the workforce.

Skarsgård’s character’s desire to keep his wife out of the workforce artfully illustrates how isolation and financial dominance factor into abuse.

Throughout the seven episodes of the series, Kidman’s character seeks counseling, with and without her husband.

The therapist acts as the catalyst for seeking an escape, which is such a refreshing take on leaving an abusive relationship.

Often times battered women are depicted as either needing saved by another man or seeking vengeance, which usually builds with intense training montages and culminates in two

sided physical confrontation.

Unlike so many other portrayals, “Big Little Lies” really digs deep into the many facets of abuse and unhealthy relationships.

The cast is full of A-list actors who deliver stellar performances, the script is well written, and, most importantly, the issues are timely and thought provoking. @foghorn_murphy

Hold my beer and listen to this The 3 Redneck Tenors entertained with their unique brand of opera mixed with comedy on Oct. 13 at Del Mar College.

The trio, finalists on “America’s Got Talent,” kicked off the 2017-18 Corpus Christi Live! concert series, now in its 83rd year.

RIGHT: Matthew Lord, a graduate of the Julliard Opera Center and one of the 3 Tenors, performs in Richardson Performance Hall.

WINNERS Michael Rodriguez: first place, best storyline Kevin McDermott: first place, best videography Kira Hays: first place, best creativity

CC LIVE! NOV. 3: Sirens of Song JAN. 26: Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes FEB. 9: The Quebe Sisters

MARCH 10: Side Street Strutters APRIL 13: Two on Tap

All shows are in Richardson Performance Hall.

Local talent got together on Friday the 13th to compete in a horror-themed short-film contest.

The event called for crew and casting calls through a sign up, and the crew had 10 days to make a horror film to be judged on creativity, storyline and videography.

The short-film contest was part of a three-day weekend festival mainly orchestrated

by Benjamin Godina, and was followed by a local designer fashion show that same night.

Judges for the contest were Dorian Green, Lydia Blanco and notorious DJ El Dusty.

Although the event featured local artists specifically, outof-town artists were invited by Godina to make an appearance and aid attendance to the show.

Kota the Friend, a rapper from Brooklyn, New York, came and boosted morale as a lot of his fans showed up.

“Downtown Corpus, geographically, looks like an alternative universe of Los Angeles,” said Kota, who was visiting the city for the first time.

The emphasis on local Corpus Christi artists clearly shone through with this event.

“It takes other people supporting other people for people to make it,” Godina said about why he chose to specifically use local directors and actors.

Kevin McDermott, one of the directors of the film contest, said he enjoyed the competition.

“Corpus Christi has so much local talent,” McDermott said.

“There’s a way better expected turnout than we thought.”

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PERSPECTIVE

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October 23, 2017

Editorial

Stop holding victims responsible

Emily Jasso/Foghorn News

It is never the job of a woman not to be harassed, assaulted or raped.

In the wake of a massive sexual harassment scandal rocking Hollywood, Donna Karan came out in defense of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. The fashion designer stated in an interview with the Daily Mail that these women were being harassed and assaulted based on what they were wearing.

Karan is a titan of the fashion industry.

When something is in style or going out of style, Karan is one of the people who is responsible for dictating that. If she truly believes that these women are being raped and harassed based on what they are wearing, then she is partially responsible. Karan has since apologized.

But that’s not why they’re being harassed, assaulted and raped.

Women are harassed every day and people overlook it. Women are preyed upon by authority figures, people who they’re supposed to be able to trust and turn to.

These young women are impressionable and doing their best to break into their desired industry. These people who are preying upon them are powerful,

they’re elite, they’re the people we turn to for answers for direction for opinion.

In fact, Weinstein is not only one of the founders of Miramax on the Weinstein Co., but he is a huge donor to the Democratic Party, was close friends with the Clintons, and Malia Obama interned for the company. Suffice to say, Weinstein is highly connected with many influential people.

One of the most troubling aspects of this entire debacle is that there are rumors swirling that this has been happening in Hollywood for 20 or 30 years. Glenn Close was one of the first people to be upfront about the rumors that have swirled around Weinstein for years.

“I’m sitting here, deeply upset, acknowledging to myself that, yes, for many years, I have been aware of the vague rumors that Harvey Weinstein had a pattern of behaving inappropriately around women,” Close said in her statement after the news broke.

Roman Polanski, who was charged with raping and sodomizing a 13-year-old girl (among other charges), and Bill Cosby, who has been accused of rape and assault by numerous women, are both still members of the Academy of Motion Picture

Arts and sciences.

Polanski is still making movies with big names in Hollywood.

Casey Affleck has been accused of sexual assault and harassment and even sued, which he settled out of court, but was this year’s Oscar winner for best actor.

Affleck’s older brother, Ben, whom you may have heard of, has been called out

by Hillary Burton for grabbing her on TV. There is even video floating around the Web of him doing it.

A simple search on the Web will bring up article after article detailing harassment, assault and even rape allegations throughout Hollywood and the political world.

This type of abuse of power is systemic. It is our job as a society to stand up together and say that this is absolutely unequivocally unacceptable behavior.

This isn’t simply a women’s issue. This is society’s issue.

It’s time for men to start standing up to this kind of behavior.

When something like this happens and the men around us say we need to protect our sisters and daughters and wives it only furthers the hurt and the pain and

the abuse.

We don’t need to protect women based on their relationships to men. We need to protect them based on the fact that they are human beings.

When girls are little they are taught not to yell “rape” but to yell “fire” because it might be more effective in saving their lives.

We live in one of the safest countries in the world and the women in this country are still not safe. We need to show women that we are standing with them at all times and at all costs.

We must stop allowing people to get away with harassing young girls when they are in a position of power.

We have to stop chastising women over what they’re wearing. We have to stop chastising girls over their sexual histories; it’s no one’s business but theirs. We have to stop saying that because a girl drank too much that it’s her fault too.

We have to stop using and depicting women as objects for pleasure. We need more films and TV shows that accurately portray what it’s like to be a woman. And we need those movies and shows not to be produced by monsters.

“Estar consintes con lo que paso, apoyarlos y darles tiempo para hablar y no jusgarlos.”

— Cintia Morales, business

What do you think would help people speak out after being sexually assaulted?

“Consolation from family first and friends; seek help.”

— Emily Stanley, nutrition

“Contar con la familia, tratar de buscar ayuda con los mas cercanos.”

—Idalia Ramirez, ESOL student

“Reaction and support ... look for a group support.”

— Hemi Ballinger, English

“Support group or someone they trust.”

— Brayla Thomas, nursing program

“Conversar con los padres o personas cercanas.”

—Daniel Vasquez, nursing

GAMES

October 23, 2017

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1. SCIENCE: What is the first element on the Periodic Table?

2. MYTHOLOGY: What was the name of King Arthur’s sword?

3. ASTRONOMY: Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?

4. GEOGRAPHY: Which U.S. state is host to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial?

5. CHEMISTRY: What two elements is the alloy bronze usually made of?

6. GAMES: In Scrabble, what is the value of the letter Z? 7. U.S. STATES: What is the capital of Hawaii?

8. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: How many time zones are in the world?

9. GOVERNMENT: How many electors are in the U.S. Electoral College?

10. INVENTIONS: Where was inventor Alexander Graham Bell born?

Answers 1. Hydrogen 2. Excalibur 3. Jupiter with at least 67 4. South Dakota 5. Copper and tin

n It was 20th-century American author and college professor David Foster Wallace who made the following sage observation: “There is no such thing as not voting: you either vote by voting, or you vote by staying home and tacitly doubling the value of some diehard’s vote.” n Those who study such things say that many ancient Greeks carried coins in their mouths -- clothing of the time lacked pockets, you see. n In late 19-century America, parts

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your honesty continues to impress everyone who needs reassurance about a project. But be careful you don’t lose patience with those who are still not ready to act.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Pushing others too hard to do things your way could cause resentment and raise more doubts. Instead, take more time to explain why your methods will work.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be more considerate of those close to you before making a decision that could have a serious effect on their lives. Explain your intentions and ask for their advice.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might have to defend a workplace decision you plan to make.

Colleagues might back you up on this, but it’s the facts that will ultimately win the day for you. Good luck.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Cat’s co-workers might not be doing enough to help get that project finished. Your roars might stir things up, but gentle purrr-suasion will prove to be more effective.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Someone you care for needs help with a problem. Give it lovingly and without judging the situation. Whatever you feel you should know will be revealed later.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) While you’re to be admired for how you handled recent workplace problems, be careful not

of New England had a rather unusual Halloween tradition. Evidently, in many rural communities, boys would celebrate by throwing cabbage, corn and other rotten vegetables. n If you’re like many wage slaves, as the end of the workweek approaches you might find yourself doing busywork -- trying to look as if you’re working when, in fact, you’re just shuffling papers or otherwise avoiding productivity. Well, there’s a word for that: fudgel. Fudgeling may not be an approved workplace activity, but it’s undeniably a part of the American workplace. n If you look closely at the Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci’s famed masterwork, you might notice that the famously enigmatic subject is entirely lacking in eyebrows.

to react the same way to a new situation until all the facts are in.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Rely on your keen instincts as well as the facts at hand when dealing with a troubling situation.

Be patient. Take things one step at a time as you work through it.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your curiosity leads you to ask questions. However, the answers might not be what you hoped to hear.

Don’t reject them without checking them out.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Be careful not to tackle a problem without sufficient facts.

Even sure-footed Goats need to know where they’ll land before leaping off a mountain path.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Appearances can be deceiving.

You need to do more investigating before investing your time, let alone your money, in something that might have some hidden flaws.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your recent stand on an issue could make you the focus of more attention than you would like. But you’ll regain your privacy, as well as more time with loved ones by week’s end.

BORN THIS WEEK: You’re a good friend and a trusted confidante. You would be a wonderful teacher or a respected member of the clergy.

— King Features Syndicate

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n It may not come as a surprise that when scorpions mate, it’s a rather violent affair. When the act is completed, the female stings her partner to death, then eats him. n In 1993, voters in San Francisco voted on a ballot measure to determine whether police officer Bob Geary would be allowed to walk his neighborhood beat while carrying his ventriloquist’s dummy, known as Brendan O’Smarty. The measure passed, and O’Smarty remained on the job. n It’s been reported that in the Mexican city of Tehuantepec, women outnumber men by five to one.

Thought for the Day: “Life is a four-letter word.” — Lenny Bruce — King Features Syndicate

6. 10 points 7. Honolulu 8. More than 24 9. 538 10. Scotland

CAMPUS

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October 23, 2017

Viking Runway

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Julieta Hernandez says her favorite color to wear is red. “I feel that it’s a color that always makes someone want to look at you,” she said.

DMC’s lady in red

Warren J. Maxwell wmaxwell@foghornnews.com

Whether strutting through the hallway or gallivanting through the mall, journalism major Julieta Hernandez is always ready to show her unique and personal style for all to see. This student possesses a strong sense of self and an uncontainable creativity that makes itself apparent in her everyday attire.

Q: What inspires your style who do you get your inspiration from?

A: I get my inspiration from the most radical people I see like the punks or the super feminine. I get my style from both sides of the spectrum.

Q: Where do you buy your clothes from?

A: I pretty much buy my clothes from anywhere like major retailers from H&M to Forever 21 all the way to hand-me-downs and thrift stores such as Threads and Goodwill.

Q: What are some of your fa-

vorite accessories to wear?

A: My body jewelry like my plugs and nose ring and my grandmother’s special charm bracelet.

Q: What message are you trying to convey with your style?

A: Be whoever you want to be and don’t be afraid to stand out.

Q: What thoughts go through your mind when you’re picking out an outfit?

A: Every morning I wake up and I look through all my colorful fabrics and decide who I want to be today.

If my outfit doesn’t feel just right I change completely.

Q: What are some of your favorite brands to wear?

A: My favorite brands are those I find at thrift stores. I really don’t care, I’ll mix and match anything.

Q: How do you feel when you’re dressed in your finest clothes and accessories?

A: I feel most confident when dressed in my finest because I know I look good, so I pretty much feel unstoppable.

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HELLO my name is

Round Voting using the top 16 names nominated for The Viking ended at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14.

The next round of voting begins Monday, Oct. 23.

The top 8 names that make up the bracket are:

of

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NAME THE VIKING OCT. 23: Top 8 bracket voting begins NOV. 6: Top 4 bracket voting begins NOV. 11: Last day to vote for one of the top 4 names

Vote for your favorite name by going to

www.delmar.edu/nametheviking Voting is only open to current DMC students, who can vote for their top 4 choices. Voting will end at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29.

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