Eastfield Experience by The Et Cetera

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Greetings from President Conway Welcome to Eastfield College. We are so glad you have chosen to come here to further your education. At Eastfield, you will be immersed in the Eastfield Experience. This “Experience” involves the highly engaged manner in which you will interact with faculty and staff as well as your fellow students. The Eastfield Experience means your classes will be interactive, the student services supportive and the student activities fun and engaging. It also means that each employee will work to personalize your experience here so that you feel honored, respected and valued. Through the Eastfield Experience, you will gain knowledge and skills to further your education toward a ET CETERA FILE PHOTO career, but more than that, you will mature as you learn more about life and yourself. These three areas of learning — career knowledge, life knowledge and self-knowledge — are all important parts of becoming a well-rounded person who can enjoy a happy, productive life. So embrace the Eastfield Experience. You will not only enjoy your time here at Eastfield while participating in the Experience, but that Experience will become part of you as you move toward your future. Best wishes this year,

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Eastfield College Dallas County Community College District The mission of Eastfield College is to provide excellence in teaching and learning.

Mike Walker Interim Executive Vice President

Sharon Cook Assistant to the President

Javier Olguin Executive Director Pleasant Grove

Rachel Wolf Associate Vice President

Kim Lowry Associate Vice President

3737 Motley Drive Mesquite, Texas 75150 972-860-7002 eastfieldcollege.edu Colors | Blue & Orange Mascot | Harvesters

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Amy Vance Executive Dean STEM—Interim

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Judith Dumont Executive Dean Workforce Development & Community Education

Courtney Carter Harbour Executive Dean Arts & Communications Social Sciences—Interim

Johnnie Bellamy Executive Dean Career Technologies

The Eastfield Experience is a newcomer’s guide to the college. It was produced and published by the Eastfield student newspaper, The Et Cetera, with support from the Office of Student Engagement & Retention.

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Press Start to begin your Experience College is no game. But you can have fun along the way as you advance through the levels. And we’re here to help. The staff of the student newspaper, The Et Cetera, put together this guide to college — a cheat codes manual, if

you will — designed to get you from Level 1 to high score without a glitch. Follow along as the heroes of retro arcade games lead you through college life. No quarters required.

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Clockwise from top left: A saxophonist plays at Bobby Sparks’ recital. Two students study anatomy terms in Professor Tammy Oliver’s class. The Communication Club hosts a pie in the face to raise money. Eastfield college students graduated May 6, 2017. Michael Garcia pitches against Texas Wesleyan in a February home game.

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Academic Year 2017-2018

Academic Calendar Fall 2017

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Aug. 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Faculty reports Aug. 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Conference Day DCCCD campuses and offices closed Aug. 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes begin Sept. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12th class day Sept. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day holiday Nov. 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last day to withdraw Nov. 23-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving holiday, campus closed Dec. 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final exams Dec. 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grades due Dec. 8-Jan. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wintermester Dec. 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . College buildings and offices close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .for the holidays at end of workday

Spring 2018

Jan. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DCCCD campuses and offices open Jan. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Faculty reports Jan. 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martin Luther King Jr. holiday Jan. 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes begin Jan. 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12th class day March 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes will not meet March 2-4 . . . . Friday day classes will not meet. Friday evening, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saturday and Sunday classes will meet March 12-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Break, campus closed March 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday April 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last day to withdraw May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graduation May 7-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final exams May 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grades due May 11-June 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maymester

Summer 2018

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Clockwise from top left, professor Nick Vera teaches a speech class. The Harvester Dance Company performs at a Dance and Snack event in the Lower Courtyard. The sculpture Solar Magnet No. 29 sits in the center of the upper courtyard. Catherine Christenson performs during the “Harvester Cabaret” musical revue. Students donate blood for Carter BloodCare.

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May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memorial Day holiday June 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Summer I begins June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fourth class day Summer I June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12th class day 10-week summer term June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last day to withdraw Summer I July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fourth of July holiday July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes resume July 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final Exams/Summer I ends July 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grades due July 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Summer II begins July 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fourth class day Summer II July 23 . . . . . . . . . . Last day to withdraw 10-week summer term July 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last day to withdraw Summer II Aug. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final exams/ Summer II and 10-week term end Aug. 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grades due

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The best parking spots fill up fast, especially for day classes. So unless you want to walk to the point that it should count as a physical education credit, get to campus early and make it easier on yourself.

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History of Eastfield

Eastfield College opened in fall 1970, the third campus in the Dallas Junior College District, which changed its name to Dallas County Community College District in 1972. The first semester, about 4,800 students enrolled in college courses and continuing education classes. Until 1969, the land on which the college now resides remained under the care and ownership of the Motley family. Zachariah Motley, his wife and children came to Texas from Kentucky in 1856, leading a caravan of more than 30 covered wagons. They bought the land on which Eastfield College now resides for $3 an acre, making it their home. The Motley family worked 3,000 acres spread all across Dallas County, from the middle of Downtown Dallas to Mesquite. It was on the land in Mesquite that the Motley family built their homestead. On Sept. 15, 1969, the Dallas County Community College District purchased the land for about $9,000. A year later, the Motley manor burned down due to suspected arson, however the crime was never proven. Local residents believed the Motley homestead was haunted. Today, monuments mark the Motley family’s influence in the area. Motley Drive runs alongside Eastfield. Three Mesquite schools are named for the original family and its descendants – Zachariah Motley Elementary, Ruby Shaw Elementary and Joe Lawrence Elementary. The Motley Cemetery, located on the campus, received a state historical marker in 1976, and descendants still maintain it and bury family members there. — Staff reports

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Clockwise from top left: Raffaele Martini Pandozy peers through his sculpture “Solar Magnet No. 29,” created for Eastfield College. Four female students in a “Lady Know Your Car” class identify parts of the engine. Students interact with children in a Child Development class. A line of students waiting to register weaves into C Building. The historical Motley cemetery, located on campus, is home to the graves of the Motley family.

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Academic Year 2017-2018

Find your groove at Pleasant Grove Students can earn degrees, certificates at satellite campus

802 S. BUCKNER BLVD. DALLAS 75217 | 972-860-5300

Eastfield’s Pleasant Grove satellite campus offers GED preparation, nursing and teaching certification, college-readiness classes, freshman-level credit courses, workforce training and more. The campus, which is located a quarter mile from the DART rail and opened in 2009, has 10 SMART technology classrooms, four computer labs, an electronic library and a community room. The campus’ Talent Search college readiness program helps students in grades six through 12 with homework and the college application process. — Staff reports

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Workforce training programs ESL and ESOL classes Testing/Learning Center English and math tutoring Teaching Assistant certificate Nursing Assistant certificate Continuing education courses GED training Freshman-level credit courses College readiness classes in reading, writing, math ANDREW GONZALES/THE ET CETERA

6 Eastfield Experience

Apply for admission at www1.dcccd.edu/stuapp/ and set up an eConnect account at econnect.dcccd.edu. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at FAFSA.gov. Visit the Eastfield Financial Aid Office, C-100, for further guidance. Print the Proof of Bacterial Meningitis Immunization Compliance at www.dcccd.edu/meningitis. Incoming students under 22 must be vaccinated at least 10 days before the first day of class. Some exceptions apply. Submit form, shot record and all transcripts to the Admissions Office, C-119. Take the Pre-Assessment Activity and Texas Success Initiative Assessment in the Testing Center, C-113. Scores will determine college readiness and whether the student requires developmental classes. Attend new student orientation and take a campus tour. Visit the First Year Experience Office located in C-120 or call 972-860-7106 or visit eastfieldcollege.edu/ apply-reg/ to set up an orientation date. Meet with a first year academic adviser in C-120 for help with planning your class schedule. Students can walk-in or schedule appointments by calling 972-860-7106. Wait times are longer during peak registration.

Set up eRefunds in your eConnect account. The service distributes refunds, grants, financial aid disbursements and other payments Obtain your student ID card in C-120E. Students must present photo ID and class fee receipt, which can be acquired at the Business Office, C-126, or via eConnect. If under 18, the student's parent orguardian must supply an ID. First ID is free. Replacement IDs cost $10. Buy or rent textbooks. Textbooks can be ordered through eConnect from the Eastfield bookstore, purchased at the bookstore in N-100 or bought from any online or storefront retailer. Download the DCCCD app for iPhone or Android. The app includes campus maps, a public directory for staff and faculty, mobile-friendly access to eConnect and eCampus and more. The app is free on iTunes and Google Play.

Read the Student Handbook at eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeefc/. Get familiar with students services, such as tutoring and the Health Center, and student life, which includes clubs, intramurals and job placement. Visit eastfieldcollege.edu/ services/ and eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeefc/.

Register for classes and file your degree plan online at econnect.dcccd.edu. Pay tuition online via eConnect or at the Business Office, C-126. Payment deadlines vary depending on registration date. Financial aid applicants should confirm payment details with the Business Office. Payment plans are available. Visit eastfieldcollege.edu/ pc/whenwhere/ for information.

Attend your first class. If you are having trouble finding a room, use Google Maps or one of the directories on campus or visit a 411 information table during the first week of classes. To ensure that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get lost, plan a walk through to find your classrooms the week before classes start.

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Advising: Get help choosing your classes

Academic advisers help students navigate college by aiding them in choosing courses and understanding school policies and procedures. Advisers suggest students meet with them at least once a semester. Advising at Eastfield is split into two groups: the First Year Experience and the Completion Center. Advisers in the First Year Experience coach students through their first two regular semesters, encouraging them to get involved in learning communities and helping them navigate the different programs available for first-time students. The Completion Center takes students through their second year and longer, if needed, until they complete their degrees or transfer to four-year universities. Senior academic adviser Amber Sellers said it is important for students to have an idea of what they want to do. “A lot of our conversations are, ‘What is your goal and what have you done so far, whether it be academic wise or career wise?’ ” Sellers said. “Getting on the right track is a big thing.” While advisers can help students select majors, music professor Melinda Imthurn said students should also talk to professors in their major. “If you have an idea what you might like to study, then of course go see someone who has a degree in that field,” she said. “The person in your major may be able to tell you, ‘Hey, it’s better to take this class than this class.’ … One academic adviser isn’t going to have expertise in every single area.” Imthurn said students should not be shy about visiting a professor in their potential field of study.

How to pick your major

So, what do you want to be when you grow up? College is a time for exploration and learning, but it’s also meant to prepare you for a career — one that may last the rest of your life. It’s OK to be undecided, but you also don’t want to waste too much time or money taking classes that don’t move you toward a goal. Meet with an adviser before you register for classes. If you’re unsure about a career path, visit the Completion Center, C-237B, and take a career interest survey for guidance. Determining your field of study is the first step on the road to your degree or certificate. Whether you want to focus on English (Associate in Arts), music (Associate in Arts with a Field of Study in Music), Auto Body (Auto Body Technology AAS) or something else entirely, Eastfield has a place for you. Use the list to the right and schedule an appointment with an academic adviser and career counselor to plan your future.

Harvester Tip Utilize the free Wi-Fi available in all campus buildings. Choose EFC-Public or dcccd-wireless in your Wi-Fi options to get access.

“Students have this idea that they’re going to be bugging us when they come to see us, and the fact of the matter is we want to meet those students who want to study in our area,” Imthurn said. “Most of us are on this campus because we enjoy working with students.” When students visit her office, Imthurn said she helps them create a personalized plan, pick core classes that will help them in their career and sometimes help students find a major they did not know existed. “I might have a student who is super interested in psychology and music,” Imthurn said. “They come to me and I ask, ‘Have you ever heard of music therapy?’ And they haven’t. And that’s the perfect major for someone like that.” Imthurn said it is also important for students to know that some classes are only offered during certain semesters, and advisers may not know the best way to plan for those classes. Sellers said that the responsibility of managing an academic career is all on the students in the end. “After it’s all said and done, it is the student’s degree,” Sellers said. “Students need to learn to get help when they are stuck but not to depend on that certain help to do the work for them.” —James Hartley

Contact: eastfieldcollege.edu/services/advising/ First Year Experience, C-120, 972-860-8384, efcadvising@ dcccd.edu, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday Completion Center, C-237B, 972-743-8326, 4oser@dcccd.edu, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

General Associate Degrees Associate of Arts Associate of Science Associate of Arts in Teaching

Office Technology—Executive Assistant Renewable/Sustainable Energy Tech Social Work Substance Abuse Counseling

Fields of Study Associate of Science (Business) Associate of Arts (Criminal Justice) Associate of Arts (Mass Communications—Journalism) Associate of Arts (Music)

Certificates in Applied Sciences Accounting Assistant Accounting Clerk Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Residential Technician I Residential Technician III Auto Body Metal Technician Painter Shop Management Technology Custom Auto/Street Rod Fabrication Automotive Technology Chassis Service Technician Electronics/Climate Controls Engine Repair/Performance High Performance Modification Transmission Service Business Administration Human Resources Assistant Business Office Systems and Support Administrative Support Office Assistant Software Application Specialist Child Development/Early Childhood Ed Child Development/Early Childhood Education Administrative Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Architectural Drafting CAM-CNC

Associate in Applied Sciences Accounting Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Residential Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Auto Body Technology Automotive Technology Honda Career Training Service Tech Toyota Technician Business Administration Business Office Systems and Support Executive Assistant Child Development/Early Childhood Ed Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Computer Information Technology Personal Computer Support Criminal Justice Digital Media Technology Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics System Technician Management

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Advising is a required step for first-time students. New students and those with fewer than 30 credit hours are advised by the First Year Experience team. After 30 hours, students move to the Completion Center for advising.

Advanced Operator Operator Computer Information Technology Information Security Help Desk/User Support Tech Personal Computer Specialist Personal Computer User Technology Support Criminal Justice Basic Certificate Criminal Forensics Criminal Justice (30 Hours) Criminal Justice (45 Hours) Digital Forensics & Private Investigation Digital Media Technology Digital Photography Digital Media Multimedia Electronic Telecommunications- Technical Platform (16 Hours) Electronics/Computer Technology Management Management Supervisor Renewable/Sustainable Energy Tech Social Work Gerontology Human Services Substance Abuse Counseling Mental Health/Prevention Counseling Welding Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW)

Academic Year 2017-2018

How can I get help paying for college? Financial aid comes in many forms, such as scholarships, loans or grants, and each type has its own requirements and deadlines. Start the process early and be sure to do your research to find all avenues of support. Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid and meet with a financial aid adviser. Types of aid • Gift aid includes grants and scholarships that, in most cases, you are not required to repay. • Work-study jobs on-campus are assigned through the Financial Aid Office. • Direct loans must be repaid with interest. • Texas Public Education Grants cover tuition for students taking career or occupation-related courses. The Dallas County Community College District Foundation offers more than 300 scholarships for current and future students. The foundation requires a single application for most scholarships and matches students to awards for which they are eligible. Most applications open March 1 and close June 1 for fall awards and open Aug. 1 and close Nov. 1 for spring awards. Event scholarships The foundation also offers four “event scholarships” that require separate applications. Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Endowed Scholarship is for students who have shown courage and perseverance in the face of

Financial Aid Call Center 972-587-2599 facc@dcccd.edu 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Eastfield Financial Aid Office C-100 efcfa@dcccd.edu 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Tuesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday 8 a.m.-noon Friday foundation.dcccd.edu/myscholarships

adversity. Recipients receive funds for tuition and books for up to six semesters. The LeCroy Scholars Endowed Scholarship is for students with outstanding leadership credentials and exemplary academic performance. Recipients receive funds for tuition and books for up to six semesters. The Muse Scholarship is for students who show strong potential to succeed and volunteer at least 20 hours of community service or work part-time each semester. Recipients receive funds for tuition, books and fees for up to six semesters. The Rising Star Scholarship is for recent Dallas County high school graduates. It pays for tuition, fees and books up to $5,500 over three years – enough to cover an associate degree or certificate program. (See story below.)

Learning frameworks

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Professor Myesha Applewhite, left, leads a discussion with students in her learning frameworks class. The course explores critical thinking techniques, time management, personal responsibility and interdependence.

Harvester Tip Lost and Found is located in the Police Department in N-112. Next time, be more responsible.

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Financial Aid Checklist Step 1: Apply for admission to the college Understand the admission and registration process. Apply for an eConnect account. Know financial aid deadlines.

Step 2: File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Double-check your name, birthdate and Social Security number. You will need the most recent tax return for yourself and your parents. Include the Eastfield school code (EFC: 008510).

Step 3: Complete your DCCCD financial aid file

Submit official high school and all prior college transcripts. Select a primary program of study on eConnect. If you have any missing information, you will receive an email telling you to view your Missing Information Letter on eConnect. Check My Financial Aid Status in eConnect for your Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) status. You cannot receive aid until your SAP status is current.

Step 4: Review awards information Read Award Letter Information and Instructions on eConnect for an overview of important topics such as disbursement dates, restrictions, deadlines, financial aid for flex term, costs, refunds, work-study and Federal Direct Loans. Go to Financial Aid Award Letter on eConnect and accept or decline any awards.

Step 5: Register for classes

Register for classes before DCCCD’s lock date and attend classes. Understand the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, accessible on eConnect. You must maintain these standards of academic progress to keep your financial aid eligibility. SOURCE: DCCCD

Go to college for free as a Rising Star The Rising Star scholarship for recent Dallas County high school graduates pays for tuition, fees and books up to $5,500 over three years – enough to cover an associate degree or certificate program. The Dallas County Community College District Foundation recently expanded the program to cover more students and offer more money. The expansion is an answer to America’s College Promise, a free college program proposed in 2015 by President Barack Obama. Though that plan died with Obama’s tenure, district officials believe the concept is a good idea. “Even though it wasn’t known as a promise program, this is really what Rising Star was about,” DCCCD Chief of Advancement Initiatives Pyeper Wilkins said. “The foundation created Rising Star [in 1999] to basically let everyone know if you have financial need and you want you come to college, don’t worry about it. It’s covered.”

Who is eligible for the program? Eligible students include those who graduated from a public Dallas County high school with a B-average or in the top 40 percent of their class or pass the Texas Success Initiative before enrolling at DCCCD. Students must also show a financial need. Non-citizens in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, who cannot receive federal financial aid, are eligible for Rising Star. How do I apply? Apply for admission to a DCCCD college and complete the Rising Star application on the eConnect website. Submit an official high school transcript and a complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid. What benefits come with being a Rising Star? Rising Stars receive one-on-one advising and career planning, transfer guidance and leadership training,

and participate in campus activities through the Rising Star Club. They are also eligible for a transfer scholarship to Texas Woman’s University. What’s new for Rising Star? Starting in fall 2017, the DCCCD approved several changes including removing a 600-student cap and raising the per-student funding from $4,000 to $5,500. Officials are also planning an outreach program. The district is also increasing funding for its LevelUp scholarship for students 21 and older majoring in highdemand career fields such as electrical engineering, manufacturing, welding, retail management and early childhood education. Visit foundation. dcccd.edu/myscholarships for info. —Julio Vega Contact: C-237B, 972-860-7327, EFCRisingStar@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/pc/scholother/ scholarships/risingstar/, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

COSTS ARE ANNUAL AND ASSUME A COURSE LOAD OF 15 CREDIT HOURS EACH FOR TWO LONG SEMESTERS

DCCCD

Four-Year University

In District

In District Off Campus

Living on Campus

Tuition & Fees

$1,770

$10,772

$23,222

Books & Supplies

$2,000

$1,200

Room & Board

$3,708

$9,747

$9,384

Transportation

$1,296

$2,300

Personal/Misc. Expenses

$1,881

$2,120

Total Expenses

At Home With Parents

$10,655

Resident Non Resdent Living on Campus

$16,694 $25,776 $38,226

71% 42% 59% of undergraduate students receive financial aid

get grants

take out loans

Undergraduate students with loans graduate with an average of $27,600 of debt; 44.2 million Americans owe $1.41 trillion in student loan debt. Sources: National Center for Education Statistics, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, DCCCD, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board MANUEL GUAPO/THE ET CETERA

Make your first year easier

Renewing Eastfield

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Eastfield is taking steps to make the campus greener and more environmentally friendly. The campus has installed solar panels on picnic tables, two located just outside of P building and one outside of F building that students can use as a shade or to charge their laptops or phones. Campuswide recycling efforts are constantly underway throughout the year. Designated recycle bins are present to promote students to recycle plastic, aluminum, glass, paper and cardboard uncontaminated by food. Water bottle fillers are connected to some of the campus water fountains. You can also drop off your used grease in parking lot 7 in the “Cease the Grease” container. The grease collected is reused for bus fuel. — David Silva

The road I took to get to Eastfield College was less than conventional. I went to a private high school, and after graduation I decided to go to a small private junior college in East Texas. In hindsight this college was a bad fit for me. I hit the lowest point in my life. I had lost all hope for my future and Ben Ensign was expelled after a series of events that included drinking alcohol on campus Assistant Editor and even a suicide attempt. It seemed as if I was trying to escape the false reality that this college had brought me into: the reality that I had no future. After re-evaluating my life, I decided to come to Eastfield. I was skeptical at first given the negative attitude many people have toward public junior colleges -- the same negative attitude I had. When I first came to Eastfield to apply and register for classes, my assumptions were proven wrong. My first semester at Eastfield was a learning experience that I will not soon forget. I had to drop a course and barely passed another when life took a bad turn. Everyone here at Eastfield has a story, whether you’re coming out of high school and trying to save money, a non-traditional college student looking for a new career path or, in my case, someone who is down on his luck and looking for a fresh start.

I am far from the perfect college student. As I give this advice, just know that I’m talking to myself as well. • Please, for the love of God, do not procrastinate. Just don’t do it. If you are taking a full load of classes in a semester, you don’t want to fall behind and become overwhelmed. • Study. And when you think that you’ve studied enough, study some more. College tests are no joke. You need to prepare. • If you are confused about something in class, whether it’s a due date or something you don’t understand about the subject, talk to or email your professor. Pay attention to office hours. They are there so you know when your professor is available to help you. • Don’t skip class. In college it’s easy to get into that bad habit, because there is not always a punishment for not coming to class. But in reality there are consequences like missing valuable information, such as a due date or test reviews, and some classes require attendance as part of the grade. • Keep yourself in good shape and practice healthy living. The better you feel, the better you will perform in the classroom. • Try renting your books instead of buying them. It’s much cheaper than buying your books and trying to resell them. Used books are another cost-saving option. • Keep organized. You have probably heard this all through school, but there is a reason for that. Your teachers were trying to prepare you for college, when responsibility for due dates, studying, homework, note-taking and so much more falls on your shoulders. Good luck, Harvesters.

Your quick guide to tuition payments and options Pay close attention to tuition due dates. If you fail to pay on time, your classes will be dropped. If you’re applying for financial aid, make sure you complete each step on time so a hold is placed on your classes until your money is disbursed.

When is it due?

If you register: through July 11 July 12-July 20 July 21-July 27 July 28-Aug. 3 Aug. 4-Aug. 8 Aug. 9-15

Fall tuition is due: July 26 July 31 Aug. 2 Aug. 8 Aug. 9 the same day

Keep in mind: n Course credit may be denied if

payment in full has not been made by the end of the semester

n A $10 late charge is applied to late installment plans n Classes that a student registers

for after the first week of the semester cannot be added to a payment plan. This includes flex-term classes.

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You don’t have to pay in full Get a payment plan A Tuition Installment Pay Plan allows students to pay tuition for credit classes in installments during the fall and spring semesters only. Here’s how to set one up. 1. Visit the Business Office cashiers window in C-126 or go online to eConnect. 2. Pay the one-time $15 setup fee. 3. Pay 50 percent of your tuition total at the time that the plan is initiated. 4. Pay 25 percent before the sixth week of class 5. Pay the remaining 25 percent before the 11th week of class Students can pay in person, by mail or online through eConnect. Different policies apply for continuing education classes.

Business Office C-126 972-860-8381 4contactingefcbo@dcccd.edu eastfieldcollege.edu/pc/whenwhere/ 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday

If you want a refund Sometimes classes don’t work out. If that’s the case, it is possible to receive a refund. Students who want a refund on a class must drop the class. Drops are not automatic, even for nonpayment. A full or partial refund may be available, depending on how soon you drop the class. Refund

Fall and spring (16-week semester) Prior to the first class day of the semester

Summer (5-week semester)

70%

During the first 15 days of the semester

During the first 5 days

25%

During the 16th-20th day of the semester

During the 6th day

None

After the 20th day of the semester

After the 6th day

100%

Prior to the first class day of the semester

How you receive financial aid payments, refunds Set up eRefunds in your eConnect account. The service distributes refunds, grants, financial aid disbursements and other payments to students for the DCCCD. Students designate a bank account where eRefunds directly deposits payments. If you do not have a bank

account, eRefunds will mail a check to your address on file. The software that connects DCCCD to the eRefunds services is called Heartland/TouchNet, and the eRefunds refund processor and student support hotline is called Heartland/ECSI. You will see both names as you use eRefunds.

Academics Course Terms Eastfield offers classes year-round and in several different formats, with terms as short as three weeks up to the traditional 16-week semesters. Fall and Spring Traditional 16-week schedule from August to December and January to May. Summer Five weeks from June to July and July to August; 10 weeks from June to August. Scholar-Mester Online 12 credit hours per semester, one class at a time. Each class lasts three weeks with one-week breaks between sessions. Maymester Three- to four-week term from mid-May to early June. Wintermester Four- to five-week term from mid-December to early January. Flex-term Classes during the fall and spring semesters that last less than the traditional 16 weeks. Lengths range from three to 15 weeks and vary by class. Learning Communities Groups of students complete two or more classes as a group. Linked courses include English composition with learning frameworks, automotive technology with English composition and speech with learning frameworks. See page 23 for more information. Nights and Weekends Many courses are offered at night or on the weekends to allow students who work full-time to pursue their education.

Get advice for college success The transition from high school to college can prove jarring for incoming students, who move from a structured learning environment to a selfdirected educational experience. In high school, students may study very little or not at all, but the average college course requires three hours of study time outside of class each week. Testing may occur less frequently and cover more material. Long-term projects might be assigned without instructor supervision. Online courses require independent study. Government professor Cindy Castaneda recommends utilizing the help available on campus and developing a time-management plan. “Get the books, start and finish early,” Castaneda said. “Students who want to be successful should use time-management skills, such as setting up a calendar and knowing when assignments are due. … The schedule is so different from high school.” For students who can’t get the books for their classes on day one, the library has copies of many textbooks that can be reserved for studying inside the Learning Commons area. Unlike high school, college students usually have gaps in their daily schedules between classes. The expectation is that students use time outside class to complete assignments, Castaneda said. Another difference from high school is how students and teachers interact. All professors hold office hours each week – a time dedicated for them to be available to their students. Castaneda recommends visiting office hours early in the semester to get acquainted. “When you meet your professor before you

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Professor Cindy Castaneda has four degrees, including an associate she earned from Eastfield after graduating with her doctorate and while teaching at the college.

need help, you will feel more comfortable to come to them when you do need help,” Castaneda said. Other tips for college success: Study in increments, rather than cramming right before classes. Engage in classroom discussions and form study groups with classmates. Utilize campus resources such as Tutoring Ser-

vices, counseling, the Health Center, advising, peer mentoring, TRIO Student Support Services and the library. Get involved on campus outside of class. Eastfield has about 30 student clubs – you can also form your own – and holds numerous events throughout the year. — David Silva and Andrew Gonzales

What type of class is right for me? Outside obligations, scheduling and the most effective way a student learns are all issues that should be considered when selecting classes. Eastfield offers three class types for students to chose from: face-to-face, online and hybrid. Advisers suggest that students consider their major when picking a class type, as some majors require certain classes to be completed in a face-to-face format such as a science course with a lab. Face-to-face Face-to-face classes are the traditional way of taking a class. Classes are scheduled for a set time and place, with most of the teaching occurring in class. Attendance is required for many face-to-face classes. This format can offer some measure of structure and routine for students.

Online Classes are online virtual classrooms that are taken via the internet through a device such as a computer or cell phone. Students are to submit all projects, quizzes and assignments online throughout the semester. Students are sometimes required to show up to campus to take a midterm or final exam. Hybrid Hybrid, or blended classes, are classrooms that divide the course workload between the in-person class time and computer-mediated assignments to be completed by a deadline. Many language and math classes are hybrid, requiring an access code to a Pearson website to do homework and quizzes.

— Andrew Gonzales

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STEM Division

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Want to improve your life? Try learning math

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Animal science major Casey Visinger, left, and biology major Vandhana Jeevaraj work on a physics assignment. Division Office C-202 972-860-7297 eastfieldcollege.edu/cd/ instruct-divisions/

STEM Institute offers scholarship The DCCCD STEM Institute was created in 2009 to provide help for students looking to complete associate degrees in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. The STEM Institute selects students through a competitive application process in which the average GPA is 3.7. Recipients are eligible for $1,250 per year. The institute’s academic support and mentoring program is designed to reduce attrition among STEM majors during their first two years of college. About 90 percent of STEM scholars have earned degrees, transferred to universities or are in the program, according to the district.

Contact: C-212, 972-860-8363, terrancewickman@dcccd.edu

Interested in a science, technology, engineering or math career? The STEM Division provides specialized advising and other help.

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Physical education classes and athletics fall under the STEM Division umbrella.

Anatomy/Physiology Athletics Biology Chemistry Computer Science Computer Technology Developmental Math

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math classes easier and more beneficial: Take courses in succession when possible. Know your limits. If you aren’t a math person, don’t take a lot of classes on top of math, especially science classes. Take the same professor. Getting comfortable with a professor’s teaching style and following them through all your required math classes will help you digest the information with less difficulty. Find a professor that lets you use a good calculator. Wickman said that since calculators are easily accessible in the real world, professors should allow students to use them and teach the proper way to work the calculator. High-end calculators can be checked out from the library. Tutoring Services in the library offers walkin math help. Wickman is also available to advise students on which math classes to take. — James Hartley

STEM Advising

Classes

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Division’s developmental math education pathways program gives options to students in need of remedial education. Students can either follow the algebra or real world “Mathway,” said Terrance Wickman, a developmental math professor. Algebra developmental courses DMAT 0305 and 0310 are the traditional path and will be required for most people majoring in a math or science field, while DMAT 0308, which is simpler, more applicable math, will suffice for most liberal arts degrees at Eastfield. Wickman said 0308 is for “students who are just interested in math to improve their lives,” while other developmental courses are better for students going into fields that require an understanding of algebra. “If a student wants to start moving forward in any way in life, they should take math class,” Wickman said. Wickman said there are a few things students can do to make their developmental

Engineering Geology Math Medical Terminology Nutrition Physical Education Physics

To be eligible, you must be pursuing an education in one of these fields: • Science: biology, chemistry, physics, geology or environmental science • Technology – computer science/ computer information technology, cybersecurity, game technology, advanced manufacturing, mechatronics, nanotechnology or renewable/sustainable energy • Engineering: biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering • Mathematics Services include: • Career-integrated academic advising • Transfer advising and assistance • TSI-prep boot camps • Supplemental instructors • State-of-the-art equipment and facilities for lab instruction

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A $4.5 million grant will fund new and upgraded science labs.

• Student field research • Participation at academic conferences Contact: C-201, 972-860-1016, 4STEMAdvisor@dcccd.edu

Arts & Communications Division

Start the campaign through world literature Experience an adventure on campus Eastfield’s English program provides students with a variety of literature and writing courses that go beyond the required composition classes. Literature courses allow students to survey British, American or world writing and study their historical and cultural effects. Literature courses can be taken in multiple ways. Students have the option of taking a “full survey” course, which overviews works from the ancient era to modern examples, or an era-specific class. Students can take British Literature II or World Literature II without British or World Literature I as prerequisites. English professor Amanda Preston said that the majority of four-year universities require a third English course, a fact that many students don’t discover until they transfer. Preston said students should review the requirements of their chosen transfer school in order to take the appropriate literature course while at Eastfield. For students who are getting associate degrees, all the literature courses count towards a humanities credit as well. Literature and composition courses also offer special topics in order to further student engagement. Options include: Preston’s World Literature II class explores “forbidden knowledge” in works from the Renaissance to the modernism era. Professor Larissa Pierce covers classic horror stories

and films in her flex term Composition I course. Professor Katawna Caldwell teaches an African-American literature themed course. Dr. Elaine Cho offers an American literature course with a focus on Asian American writings. Dr. Amber Pagel teaches a British literature course with a focus on how technology, war and industrialization affected the British modernist period. “We have a series of special topics so students who have specific interests or curiosities can find their niche,” Preston said. “Sometimes students can also band together and ask an instructor ‘Is it possible for you to teach a themed class next semester?’ If there’s interest and students can say ‘Here’s 10 people, we want this class,’ we would be more than willing to teach it.“ The English program also offers creative writing courses that allow students to “develop their craft,” whether they’re a new or seasoned writer. Technical writing courses aid student development in writing professional proposals, reports and more. This fall, Eastfield will offer their creative writing courses for continuing education along with credit classes. This will create a combination of student writers and professional or local writers in a collective setting. “Artists need to practice their craft,” Preston said. “It’s a really good place for people who want to write to explore the more expressive side of writing.” — David Silva JESUS AYALA/THE ET CETERA

Four speech students studied the platforms of presidential candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton and held a mock debate and election in November 2016. Attendees voted the Republican team as winners of the debate but chose Clinton over Trump (62 percent vs. 18 percent) in the mock election.

Classes

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Art student Juan Serrano works on a piece in the art studio in F Building during an art presentation that took place during the Literary & Fine Arts Festival in spring 2017. The festival is hosted by the Arts & Communications Division each April.

Art Dance Developmental Reading Developmental Writing Digital Media Drama English ESOL Foreign Language Humanities Journalism Music Speech Theater

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Career Technologies Division Classes Accounting Auto Body Technology Automotive Technology Business Business Office Systems CNC Machining Computer Aided Design and Drafting Blueprint Reading

Electronics/Computer Technology Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Management Mechatronics Renewable/Sustainable Energy Welding

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Automotive student Kimberly Fernanda Lopez studies an engine in the Honda Professional Automotive Career Training program at Eastfield. Division Office T-143 972-860-7143 eastfieldcollege.edu/cd/ instruct-divisions/

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Employers visit the Eastfield welding lab throughout the semester, recruiting students before they even have their certificates or a degrees.

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The Eastfield welding program gives students the skills they need to get into the workforce.

Express yourself through welding Students have the opportunity to earn up to three welding certificates and increase their job prospects through the Career Technologies Division. Students learn at their own pace, have access to demonstrations of techniques and will gain hands-on practice throughout each course. Instructors frequently check in on students to provide insight and constructive criticism. The welding program offers three certificates: gas metal arc welding (MIG), gas tungsten arc welding (TIG) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Each certificate requires four courses. While welding job prospects in Dallas are not as high as in cities with large oil production industries, such as Houston and Austin, demand for craftsmen is high, said welding professor and certified welding inspector Phil Suderman. “There’s always room for welders,” he said. “More welders are retiring than those replacing them.” For many, welding is a skill used in an artistic way. A welder’s work produces a physical example of the work completed. “There are lots of job opportunities, job security, and the wage for a technical job is promising,” said Jeff Mitchell, welding program chairman. Employers frequently visit Eastfield welding classes

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Head of the department and instructor Jeff Mitchell teaches Nick Long, a welding student, in the T building.

with job opportunities and most professional welding positions have a starting pay of $15-$18 an hour. Because classes fill up quickly, Mitchell urges students to register as early as possible. — Yesenia Alvarado

Social Sciences Division

Coming soon: 4-year child developement degree Students may be able to earn bachelor’s degrees at Eastfield within three to four years thanks to a law passed this spring by the state Legislature. The Dallas County Community College District plans to add a bachelor’s in early childhood development – its first four-year degree. The law also allows community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees in applied science, applied technology or nursing. Education officials say Dallas County needs 4,000 early childhood teachers to meet demand for pre-kindergarten classes. “We’re about 4,000 pre-k teachers short,” said Nancy Beaver, director of Eastfield’s early childhood development program. “That’s a real drastic shortage. Having an affordable option for students to take an early childhood education through … second or third grade would really be very, very helpful.” DCCCD will begin working with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to establish a curriculum and expand resources. This process will take about three to four years, according to DCCCD. “We are excited to offer this choice and also to solve a shortage that has limited the number of youngsters who were allowed access to pre-K programs in Dallas County because there weren’t enough teachers,” DCCCD Chancellor Joe May said. Eastfield currently offers an associate degree and certificates in child development/early childhood education. — David Silva Contact: Susan Wyatt at 972-860-7620, Nancy Beaver at 972-860-7685, or the Social Sciences Division, 972860-7156 or 7159.

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Charlie Thomas, 2-year-old daughter of theater professor Dusty Reasons Thomas, attends the Laboratory School in K building, which serves as a teaching lab for early childhood development students.

Live election watch

Government professors, from left, Cindy Castaneda and Glynn Newman and history professors Mike Noble and Matt Hinckley participate in a live presidential election watch party in the Pit, providing live analysis and reaction on election night 2016. Noble is reacting to Donald Trump’s win in North Carolina. The event was heavily attended by students and the community. It was one of several election year events sponsored by the Social Sciences Division.

Classes

Anthropology Child Development Criminal Justice Economics Geography Gerontology Government History Human Development Learning Frameworks Philosophy Psychology Religion Social Work Sociology Substance Abuse Counseling Teacher Education

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Division

Academy trains new police officers

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A Police Academy trainee participates in crime-scene drills. The Criminal Justice Training Center provides continuing education to peace officers and a basic peace officer course.

Classes Adult Education & Literacy Allied Health Automotive Camp Harvey Construction Certificate Corporate & Social Responsibility Corporate Training Criminal Justice Training Center English as a Second Language Fitness Technical Brewer Manufacturing Teaching Assistant U.S. Citizenship Youth Programs

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Student brewers taste test their brews in this unique class, where they learn the science of making beer.

One-of-a-kind brewery program continues to expand The Journeyman and technical brewery programs combine class time with hands-on experience at more than 20 local breweries to provide students with a certificate that quickly moves them into the workforce. Students have an opportunity to move directly from the Journeyman program into a brewery, or to further their skill with the technical program. Both programs last two months and are available online or in person. The program has had 98 percent job placement rates from the 50 graduates. Each six-week course costs $3,600, and financial aid is available for those who qualify. Judith Dumont, executive dean of Workforce Development & Community Education, said the brewing program is not for just anyone. “There’s a misconception that beer brewers are a bunch of lazy alcoholics, but really they have to be meticulous scientists,” Dumont said. Brewers have to put in the effort to understand the chemistry behind beer, including fermentation, balance of ingredients and the proper way to clean

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equipment. “Eighty percent of making beer is cleaning,” Dumont said. “Improper cleaning and bacteria can ruin an entire batch of beer.” While colleges in Austin and San Antonio are considering opening their own brewery programs, Eastfield’s remains the sole college program in Texas. Dumont hopes to soon add an incubation center and training for students hoping to start their own brands. Dumont said the certificate programs in Workforce Development & Community Education don’t have to compete with degree programs. “It’s not a degree or a certificate, it can be a certificate and a degree,” Dumont said “You can get a certificate while working on your degree. You don’t have to wait to have a cool career.” Brewery students must be 18 or older and posses a high school diploma or equivalent. —James Hartley Contact: W-117, 972-860-7102, ROuellette@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/ cd/instruct-divisions/

Camp Harvey

COURTESY OF EASTFIELD COLLEGE

Eastfield holds education-based summer camps for children 5-17. Topics include sports, music, forensics and Lego and fall in the science, technology, engineering, math and arts fields. Camp Harvey is named for the mascot, a blue goat. Call 972 860 7114 or email 4campharvey@dcccd.edu.

Movies, art and cars

Here are our suggestions for fun or unique classes to take at Eastfield this year

Fun Developmental Writing

Explore horror, athletics or music in the reading and writing process with accelerated development writing and English 1301 classes. Delve into the horror genre with DIRW 0310-41205 and ENGL 130141209, looking through the subgenres of horror and learning how to write by reading. Run through the basics of writ-

Forbidden Knowledge

Explore themes of taboo and forbidden knowledge from the Renaissance through Modernism. The class starts with Soir Juana Ines De La Cruz, a Spanish nun who defied the idea that women should not learn, read or write, and concludes with T.S. Elliot.

Professor: Amanda Preston Core: Yes Course: ENGL 2333 Fall 2017

0305-41800 and DIRW 0310-41800, which will get you ready to enter college level English courses. Compose better essays by listening to and reading and writing about music in DIRW 0310-41805 and ENGL 1301-41805. All courses are composed of two eight-week long courses that will combine to make one semester.

Professors: Caitlin Kintner, Patrice Johnson, Selena Stewart-Alexander Core: No Courses: DIRW 0305, DIRW 0310, ENGL 1301 Fall 2017

ing with a focus on sports in DIRW

Honors Cinema

Fulfill your art appreciation requirement by watching movies and talking about them. As an honors class, this course is mostly discussion based, with seven movie reviews and one final project as the only real homework. It’s the best of both worlds: watch movies and, for your final project, write a script for your own film.

Professor: Dusty Reasons Thomas Core: Yes Courses: DRAM 2366 Fall 2017

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The library holds books that have stirred controversy in the past, such as The Catcher in the Rye.

Car Maintenance 101

‘Art of Life’

Keep your vehicle in top shape with the non-credit course Car Maintenance 101: DIY Guide. Learn the basics of automotive maintenance such as how to change the oil, filters, the car battery, wiper blades, lights, brake pads and changing flat tires. Also learn the best practices for cleaning and detailing your vehicle. The class is expected to be two to four hours per session on Saturdays. “The whole idea of the course is to prepare students to be able to do all of this themselves so, instead of paying for basic car maintenance, they are empowered to do it on their own,” said Ryan Ouellette, associate dean of Continuing Education and Workforce Development. Professor: TBD Core: No Courses: TBD Spring 2018

Get your science and art appreciation requirements fulfilled with the Art of Life learning community. Learn about biology and use artistic techniques to create models, paintings, drawings and depictions of the life you are studying.

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Car Maintenance 101 will focus on the basics to keeping your car healthy and running, aiding students who have had little experience with automotives and are transitioning into adulthood.

Professors: Val Curry, art; Brie Day, biology Core: Yes Courses: BIOL 1408 and ARTS 1301 Fall 2017

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Art made of clay is showcased during a gallery exhibit.

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Special academic programs

Early College: Earn a degree and high school diploma DISD students attend Eastfield classes

As of fall 2017, the Dallas County Community College District has partnered with 23 Dallas high schools to offer early college programs, which allow students to earn associate degrees by the time they graduate high school. “Students who attend these schools are twice as likely to earn a post-secondary credential as those who go the traditional route – twice as likely,” DCCCD Chancellor Joe May said. Eight of the college academies opened in fall 2016 and 10 more launch in fall 2017. College tuition is paid through scholarships provided by the DCCCD Foundation, and the Dallas Independent School District covers books and transportation. The students are expected to meet college standards and perform well in both their college and high school courses. They enter the program in ninth grade at their high school campus and move to a DCCCD campus in 11th grade. Kimberly Flanders, director of educational partnerships at Eastfield,

said early college gives students a jump start on higher education and their lives. Eastfield partners with four schools: W.W. Samuell, H. Grady Spruce, Seagoville and Bryan Adams. Samuell students pursue an associate of arts or science. Spruce offers an associate degree plus one of four technical certificates: air conditioning and refrigeration technology, digital multimedia technology, computer assisted drafting and design or advanced manufacturing/mechatronics technology. Seagoville launches students into STEM-related careers through three pathways: business administration, personal computer support or software programming. Bryan Adams students may earn associates of arts in teaching with an emphasis in early childhood education. — Martha Especulta Contact: C-125, 972-860-7323, efcdualcredit@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/apply-reg/ HSProg/, dallasisd.org/ collegiateacademies

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W. W. Samuell Early College High School students receive their associate degrees at the May 2017 Commencement. Samuell is one of four high schools with an early college program at Eastfield.

DUAL CREDIT

Another way to jump start college

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Matthew Espinosa, a home-schooled high school student, started taking dual credit classes at Eastfield when he was 15 years old.

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High school students can earn college credit free of charge through the Dual Credit Program. “Dual Credit gives high school students the opportunity to receive high school credit and college credit at the same time,” said dual credit adviser Aisha Said. Taking dual credit courses provides students with a controlled introduction to college life, administrators said, and gives them access to core classes, fine arts programs, career development services and tutoring. “It’s really beneficial for us home-schooled kids to meet new people,” dual credit student Danielle Kruckenberg said. “I get to see how

college is because I never really got the social aspect that other kids got in high school.” To be eligible, students must be in good academic standing at a public, private or charter high school or be home-schooled. They must meet Texas Success Initiative requirements in math, reading and writing. “The student has to be responsible,” Said said. “They have to think about how these are college-level classes and determine if they’re ready for this.” — Staff reports Contact: C-125, 972-860-7323, efcdualcredit@ dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/apply-reg/ hsprog/

HONORS

Discussion drives courses

Crowded classes, long lectures, extensive textbook reading and an overabundance of quizzes and exams. That’s what I’ve come to expect from most college classes. And, while that may work for other students, it just isn’t the best environment for my mind to grow and absorb information and ideas. Luckily, Eastfield has a solution to that problem: honors classes. Last semester, I took two honors classes. Apart from the smaller classes I ended up in by sheer luck, I haven’t found classes as engaging as honors classes, which do not require enrollees to be members of the Eastfield honors program. Honors classes have replaced quizzes with an increased importance toward participation and discussion. In my government honors class, we wrote two papers and went to the George W. Bush Presidential Center instead of taking a final. The bulk of our grade came from reading and taking a critical look at an anti-Texas policy book. Our homework usually consisted of bringing notes about the book to class and using research and critical thinking to examine the validity of the points the author made.

We also broke up into groups and took turns teaching a class on a different chapter from the book. Every aspect of the class encouraged, even required, students to be involved, to challenge themJames Hartley selves, to grow in Editor in Chief critical thinking and academically overall. It was one of the most rewarding classes I have ever taken. As a testament to the success of the class, not a single student dropped, and almost every class had 100 percent attendance. The cinema class I took had three major assignments: show up to class to watch movies and talk about them, write seven movie reviews and write a script to your own short film. Again, the class was primarily discussion based with an honors project — the script — as the final exam. These classes were two of the most fun yet challenging classes I’ve taken at Eastfield. They were easy, not because the content of the class

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In Cindy Castaneda’s honors Texas government class, the professor and students sit around a table and hold discussions rather than a tradition lecture-style setup.

was simple but because the professors allowed discussion and debate to refine views and clear up the subject matter. For anyone who wants to challenge themselves and get more out of their classes than what an ordinary, crowded lecture class offers, honors classes are for you. The honors program requires a GPA of 3.5,

an essay and two letters of recommendation. Honors classes are offered in various subjects and are marked on the course catalogue as an honors course. Students do not have to be a member of the honors program to take honors courses.

Contact: EFCHonors@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/cd/special-programs/

LEARNING COMMUNITIES

Linked classes, partnered professors promote collaborative learning

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Learning communities give students an opportunity to take two classes with linked curriculum. The professors teaching the class coordinate lesson plans to relate to the subjects covered in the partner class.

Learning communities group students into two or more courses, which allows connected instruction among professors and greater collaborative learning. Learning community classes are open to all students and come in two forms: linked and blended. Linked classes take students from one professor and class to another, and the professors meet outside class to coordinate the curriculum together. Blended classes are extended class periods, usually 90 minutes, where two professors from different subjects teach the class together. Each course in the community appears on transcripts. “If you study things that seem to be completely separate, like an auto body class and an English class, you might not put those two things together in your head as being complementary subjects,” Interim Executive Vice President Mike Walker said. “What research indicates is that students learn better if the learning is contextualized. You can be in an auto body class and move to your English class. Then if the instructors are working together, maybe those assignments in the English class have to do with what you are working on in your auto body class.” Walker said students should remem-

ber that even in the blended classes, the amount of time spent in the class is the same as taking two separate classes. Students must register for related learning community classes in the same semester, and if one class is dropped, the other is automatically dropped. The classes have to be selected as packaged in course listings and cannot be mixed because of the way students work together and professors collaborate for classes. Advisers suggest students build their schedules around their learning community classes. Communities for fall 2017 include a focus on crime, drugs and mental health in America in Sociology 2340 and Criminal Justice 1307; a first-year student sequence with learning frameworks and English; English and history classes with an emphasis on the American slave trade; intro to cinema with English; English plus two semesters of U.S. history; biology with art appreciation; and automotive classes partnered with English, math or speech. — James Hartley Contact: OSER, C-237, 972-860-7199, 4OSER@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege. edu/cd/special-programs/

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Need help with classes? There’s an app for that

College can be tough, especially when you have to juggle it with the demands of everyday life. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were something to make it a little easier? Well there is, and it fits in your pocket. With tons of apps to help you through school, your smartphone can become your new best friend. Help is just a tap away. Here are a few to get you started. — Staff reports

So make sure you have a general idea of how to work your problems with Symbolab’s step-by-step guides.

→ My Study Life

Cost: Free (in-app purchases) For iPhone, Android, Windows phone, online and desktop This app is great at keeping your assignments organized by class, which are colorcoded for easy identification. You can store your exam dates and homework deadlines and even get due date reminders. One of My Study Life’s best features is that it uses cloud storage, which allows you to access or edit information from any synced device. Another great thing about My Study Life is that it’s not only for students. Teachers can use it to store study plans, classes and lectures and share their schedules with students.

→ Blackboard

Cost: Free (in-app purchases) For iPhone and Android The same online classroom you access from your personal computer is now on your phone. It lists all of your courses and the assignments you need through an accessible interface. You can also contact technical support through this app. Basically anything you can do or see on the desktop version can be accomplished on this app. The Blackboard app is useful for when you’re on the go. If you’re at the bookstore, you can just open the app, click on the course and find the book you need that easily. Want to know your test score while you’re out with friends? Simply go to My Grades and put to rest any fears you had of failing.

→ Symbolab

Cost: Free (in-app purchases) For iPhone and Android Having problems with your math courses? This app is a scientific calculator in your pocket, capable of handling problems for algebra, trigonometry and calculus as well as creating functions, graphs, matrices and vec-

tors. The buttons for things like square roots or exponents are easy to figure out. Just plug in your problem and it will walk you through step by step for a small in-app fee, usually $1.99. Symbolab is useful because of its simplicity. With scientific calculators, you have to hit a series of buttons to get one function. With this app, the buttons are right there. It will not only show you how to solve the problem, but also how to graph and where to place your lines. The only downfall is that you are not allowed to use your phone on most professors’ tests and therefore may not be able to use this app in class.

→ Quizlet Flashcards

Cost: Free (in-app purchases) For iPhone and Android This app is good for studying because it provides sets of electronic flashcards at your fingertips. The subjects covered include vocabulary, chemistry and biology as well as GRE and SAT prep. There are 18 foreign languages including

Spanish, German, Chinese and French. Quizlet works offline and has subjects ranging from grade school to college level and continuing education. Quizlet Flashcards is beneficial for all students looking to study. Not only does this app have millions of its own flashcards, but it also allows you to create and customize your own. Quizlet covers a huge spectrum of subjects, so there is something for everyone.

→ Unidays Cost: Free (in-app purchases) For iPhone and Android Unidays is perfect for college students who are strapped for cash and need that extra help. The app lets students know where they can get discounts with their student IDs on food, clothing, books and lots more. Some of the top discounters are McDonald’s restaurant, Urban Outfitters, Apple Music and Uber. There is a mini-game that lets you spin once a day to win prizes like extra discounts or free deliveries. Other content includes recipes, inspirational messages, student tips and playlists. Unidays is up-to-date on all its discounts and locations. Users can get information on launch parties for new stores and hear about student-only events. Another added benefit is receiving added discounts just for referring your friends.

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Arts and Communications Division Office: G138 Phone: 972-860-7124 FAX: 972-860-7248 Division Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Visual Art

Music ·

MUEN 2141: - Chorus

MUSI 1183: - Voice

ARTC 1312 Design II - 3D Design

MUEN1122: - Jazz Ensemble

ARTS 2311 and ARTS 2326 - Sculpture

MUEN1122: - Guitar Ensemble

ARTS 2356 and ARTS 2357 - Photography I, II

ARTS 1303 - Art History

Contact: Oscar Passley at oscarpassley@dcccd.edu for more information

ARTS 1316 - Drawing I

ARTS 2316 - Painting I

ARTS 2311, ARTS 2346 and ARTS 2347 Ceramics, evening class

Contact: David Willburn at davidwillburn@dcccd.edu for more

information. ·

Dance

Digital Media ·

ARTC 1305 - Basic Graphic Design

ARTV 1351 - Digital Video Adobe Premiere

ARTC 1302 - Intro to Adobe Photoshop

ARTC 1353 - Intro to Adobe Illustrator PHTC 1300 - Commercial Photography

DANC 1345 and 1346 - Modern Dance

DANC 1341 and 1342 - Ballet

Contact: David Danforth at

DANC 1141 - Body Conditioning

DANC 1147 - Jazz

ddanforth@dcccd.edu or Oslynn Williams at owilliams@dcccd.edu for more information

DANC 1151 - Dance Performance

Contact: Danielle Georgiou at dgeorgiou@dcccd.edu for more information.

Theatre ·

DRAM 1120 - Theatre Practicum

DRAM 1351 and 1352 - Acting I and II

DRAM 1120 - Theatre Practicum Dates and times dependent upon the rehearsal schedule

Contact: Dusty Reasons at dreasons@dcccd.edu for more information.

Communications & Journalism ·

COMM 1316 and 1317 - News Photography I and II

COMM 2311 and 2315 - Media Writing/ News Reporting COMM 2327 and 2330 - Intro to Advertising/ Public Relations COMM 2331 and 2332 - Radio & TV Announcing/ Radio & TV News

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COMM 2339 - Writing for Radio, TV & Film

Contact: Lori Dann at Loridann@dcccd.edu for more information.

services Campus Safety Eastfield has a police force staffed with certified peace officers who patrol campus, investigate crimes and enforce traffic laws. To report an emergency on campus, dial 911 from a campus phone or 972-860-4290 from a cellphone to ensure the call goes to the Dallas County Community College District police dispatch. 911 calls made from cellphones on campus are routed to city police and could delay emergency response. To report a crime on campus, call the dispatch number or visit the Police Department in N-112 near the bookstore. For a police escort after dark, call the dispatch number. Police offer these tips on preventing crime and responding to emergencies on campus: Preventing theft Lock your car. Hide your expensive belongings in the trunk or out of sight. Do not leave your phone, purse or computer unattended. In case of an armed intruder or lockdown Remain calm. Find the nearest room, lock the doors, turn off the lights and close the blinds. Sit on the floor. Wait for an all-clear message from police. Preventing assault Call police and ask an officer to escort you to your vehicle at night. Report suspicious individuals if you are being followed. If you feel you have been violated on or off-campus by a student or professor, contact campus police immediately. Both physical and verbal abuse should be reported. Safe driving Do not speed on campus. Do not text and drive. Police can air up a flat tire or jump a dead car battery. Campus police are authorized to ticket drivers on campus roads, so always obey the speed limit and stop signs. Smoking

Licensed gun owners may carry on campus

Starting Aug. 1, 2017, Texas concealed handgun license holders are allowed to bring handguns into buildings on community college campuses. The Dallas County Community College District has set restrictions on where handguns may be carried. While handguns are allowed in classrooms and faculty offices, they will not be allowed at: • Sporting events • Polling places • Health centers • Childcare centers • Interscholastic events • DCCCD-owned vehicles • Rooms used exclusively for grievance proceedings • Areas used exclusively by early college high schools • Fitness centers •Labs and rooms storing hazardous or potentially hazardous materials Temporary exclusion zones may be set up if: • Alcohol is present • There is a risk of violence • There is a reasonable threat to the community

Any time guns are not allowed in a certain area of campus, a sign prohibiting guns must be placed outside the room before the time period during which it will become gun-free. Only concealed handgun license holders may carry handguns, which must remain concealed, on campus. No other firearms or weapons, including “martial arts throwing stars,” are allowed. Handguns must remain concealed. — James Hartley

In Case of Emergency Add this number to your phone's contacts:

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Campus police participate in National Night Out, a program that encourages neighbors to know one another to promote crime prevention. Neighborhood residents, employees and students attended the October 2016 block party, which featured music, food and McGruff the Crime Dog.

Call 911 from a campus phone Police Department: N-112

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Police and administrators monitor a campus lockdown drill in fall 2016. Police routinely hold emergency drills to prepare for situations such as armed intruders, inclement weather and fires.

Is Popcorn Friday in the Pit too lit for you to get any studying done? There are plenty of places to study aside from the Pit and the library. First floor S-building, the entire G-building and, if the weather is right, the benches outside of F and A buildings — which have solar panels to charge your electronics— are great places to study alone or with a group.

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Campus health services

Depressed or stressed? Get free counseling

Are you struggling with stress triggered by homework, tests, relationships, money, or jobs? Need help with personal issues or concerns? Eastfield offers free counseling to students, whether their issues are school-related or personal. Licensed professional counselors Katie Neff and Jaime Torres are available year-round. Neff and Torres can help students identify problems and develop skills to resolve educational, career and personal issues, according to the Counseling Services webpage. “It’s beneficial to talk with a counselor because you can talk about anything – depression, anxiety, death of a loved one, family issues,” Neff said. “It is important for students to know they have the appropriate resources within their reach and should not feel overwhelmed and alone.” Services include crisis intervention; brief, solution-focused counseling; referrals to other agencies or services; educational and career guidance; and individual and group personal counseling. All information shared with counselors is confidential except in certain cases when people indicate they plan to harm themselves or others. Counselors may report those cases to law enforcement or medical professionals. — Jacquelyne Rojas Contact: C-140, 972-860-7270, cindymetcalf@ dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/services/counseling/, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

PHASE grant program targets suicide prevention, awareness The Providing Hope and Suicide Education project, or PHASE, is a grant-funded program aimed at reducing suicide and identifying students who need mental health assistance. “Eastfield is actually the only college in the state of Texas to have the grant,” PHASE program director and Eastfield counselor Katie Neff said. “Part of that is Dallas is statistically high in terms of suicide. Also, the subpopulation that the grant is addressing is the LGBTQ community and veterans.” Suicide is the second-leading cause of death in college students age 20 to 24 and third among those age 15 to 24, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Eastfield offers students free counseling by appointment. The service is intended to address short-term issues, but students can be directed to specialized care. The college also subscribes to the game-based online tool Kognito that trains faculty and staff to recognize depression symptoms and refer people to help. Kognito is also available to students. The tool helps veterans adjust to campus life and guides users to become more empathetic to the LGBTQ community. — Staff reports Contact: C-112, 972-860-7107, Courtneypickens@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/services/ counseling and click on PHASE

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Campus Health Center

The Health Center provides over-the-counter medication, first aid, disease prevention education, screenings and health counseling. It also sponsors special events such as HIV and STD testing, vaccination clinics , blood drives, mammogram van visits and more. Registered nurse Cynthia Taylor runs the center and can also refer students and employees to off-campus services. C-139 972-860-7190 eastfieldcollege.edu/ services/wellness/ 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday

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Improve your stats with tools at the library

The library, also known as the Learning Commons, provides books, reference guides, reserved study rooms, in-library Library Hours access to text7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. books and comMonday-Thursday puters, printers 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and copiers. Friday The library 9 a.m.-2 p.m. provides print Saturday and online resources for credit and continuing education classes. Students can check out graphic novels, best selling books and magazines in print and online. Textbooks are also available for many classes, but they cannot be removed from the library Current magazines and newspapers are also available to read in the library. Online LibGuides provide research tools and information on various subjects. “If you want to be successful in your classes, utilize the library resources,” librarian Jason Moore said. “Librarians can help students find sources for papers, evaluate sources, format and we can talk to students about plagiarism and how to avoid it.” For research papers, search the online databases on the library website for academic and peer-reviewed articles — a more reliable resource than Google for scholarly work. If the

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Above, science lab coordinator Murry Gans gives a microscope demonstration in the library. Right, the library has 56,000-plus books and a large DVD and CD collection.

library doesn’t have a book, librarians can request a loan from another library in the district. “We try to make it as easy as possible to use our databases,” librarian Megan Horlander said. “If a student is unsure which of the databases to

use, we have a section called ‘If you are not sure where to start.’ These are our most popular and all-encompassing electronic sources.” The library, which occupies the second floor of L building, also houses Tutoring Services

Don’t lag behind, get free tutoring

Free, walk-in tutoring is available in math, writing and science through Tutoring Services in the library. “Students should utilize the service, because it is already included in the tuition,” said Cindy He, instructional support associate for tutoring. Tutors aid students to understand and practice the techniques necessary to perform well in their classes. Math tutoring covers levels from developmental math to calculus, in addition to courses like economics and statistics. Times at which tutoring is available in specific subjects differ by semester. Writing tutors can assist on any writing assignment, even if it’s not for an English class. They also help with scholarship and college applications essays. The tutors read the first two paragraphs of student papers, highlighting reoccurring problems and advising how to correct and prevent them. For science, help is available in biology, anatomy and physiology, chemistry, physics and geology. Students planning to take the TSI

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Tutoring for math, science and writing is housed in the library. can ask for preparation tips. Those who have taken the TSI may bring in their diagnostics sheets and receive advice on areas that need improvement. In addition to face-to-face services, Tutoring Services has tools including virtual essay submission and math instructional videos. He recommends seeking help early.

“Mid-terms and finals we’re the busiest, and students come in with [so many] questions and expect us to answer it then and there, when everybody else has the same mentality,” He said. —Jesus Ayala Contact: Library, L-200, 972-860-7174, libguides.eastfieldcollege.edu/tutoring, hours vary by subject

and is the main open computer lab. The space is food- and beverage-friendly. Eligible borrowers include current students, staff and faculty, TexShare cardholders and retired Dallas County Community College District employees. —Jon-Mark Tamez Contact: L-200, Circulation: 972-860-7168, Reference: 972-860-7174, eastfieldlibrary@ dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/Library

Harvester Tips Looking for the nicest restrooms on campus? The restrooms near OSER (second floor C-building) have recently gone through renovations. Other restrooms on campus have gone through renovations as well (first floor C-building near admissions) but the ones near OSER will likely be the least busy during the day. Work on group projects, maximize group study time or just pretend like you’re going to do those things and instead get distracted for an hour with your friends by reserving a group study room in the library. All rooms include white boards perfect for doodling and some rooms have media equipment like TVs and DVD players. Visit the circulation desk with a student ID number and a photo ID to reserve a room. For general information on scholarships, internships, volunteer opportunities, clubs, programs, event dates and more, visit the Office of Student Engagement & Retention in C-237. Make gourmet ramen by using the microwaves in the Pit near the vending machines near C-135. Bon appetite.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING ADVISEMENT

Center provides help to international, ESOL students The English Language Learning Advisement Center provides information and programs for English as a Second Language learners and F-1 international students. ELLA also provides support and assistance concerning F-1 visas and other related immigration issues. According to ELLA’s international student coordinator Yolanda M. Johnson, one of the main roles of the center is helping students adjust to student life on campus and in the community. ELLA begins by guiding them through U.S. culture, campus culture and U.S. academic systems. ELLA offers two credited course programs, ESL and ESOL, aimed to improve academic, communication and language skills so students are college ready. The ESL program is provided for students who are seeking language skills at a basic level. The ESL classes come in levels from 0-5. levels 0 and 1 are held in the W building while levels 2-5 are held in the ELLA office. The ESOL program is a credit curriculum designed to develop students’ pre-academic language proficiency in more indepth levels that include listening and speaking, reading, writing and grammar. ANDREW GONZALES/THE ET CETERA

Each spring, ELLA sponsors the International Festival to celebrate global cultures.

Contact: C-125, 972-860-8308, efcglobal@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/apply-reg/international/, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday

DISABILITY SERVICES

Office directs accommodations The Disability Services Office coordinates academic accommodations — such as sign language interpreting, note-taking and extended testing time —for students with disabilities. “We just want to make the classroom accessible for everybody no matter what their disability is,” said Kathy Bayne, sign language interpreter. “We have quite a large population that we serve, but we think that’s because we are really good.” To receive accommodations from DSO, students must bring documentation from a physician or other professional that verifies their needs under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

A review committee decides what assistance to offer at no cost. Services may include computer-aided real-time translation, tutoring referrals, alternate formatted textbooks, testing rooms, use of assistive technology, academic advising and help with registration and referral information. Visually and hearing impaired students may be eligible for tuition waivers from the state. — Martha Especulta Contact: Disability Services Office, C-141, 972-860-8348, efcdso@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/services/disability/, 8a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

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Sign language interpreter Kathy Bayne holds a conversation in American Sign Language with deaf student David Sanchez.

Harvester Tips Students can check out golf clubs and use the golf green to play a round. As an alternative to Subway and the campus vending machines, hit up the bookstore for snacks, microwavable

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meals and even various cough and flu medicine. I promise it’s not as expensive as the books. The Health Center, located in C-139, provides students with over-the-counter medication when needed. They also have a list of low-cost health

agencies for students who cannot afford health insurance.

Complaining to your friends about campus issues is rarely constructive. Criticize for the greater good by submitting a formal complaint. Visit eastfieldcollege.edu and under the

The campus pool is open to all students and employees so beat the Texas heat from noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, except during winter months.

SERVICE LEARNING

Get more than extra credit by volunteering

The Service Learning program at Eastfield helps match students to potential jobs through a simple task: volunteering. “Service learning is similar to volunteerism, except with service learning, we try to align students’ majors with their career goals,” Service Learning Coordinator Larry Jefferson said. When Jefferson took over the program in 2015, he started with 16 students. Since then, it has grown to 100 students each semester. He says the program is important because it helps students grow individually and build networks for future employment while also giving them hands-on experience in their possible careers. Biology major Brianna Moseley, who began volunteering in high school at the Balch Springs Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, logged more than 800 hours of service during a three-year period. Last year she received the national President’s Volunteer Service Award for logging more than 250 volunteer hours within a 365-day period. “You are going to gain experience,” Moseley said. “You are going to gain more networking. You are there for a purpose.” International relations and affairs major Aaron Sustaita was able to ex-

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Eastfield service learning students participated in the September 2017 Trash Bash held by the Keep Mesquite Beautiful group.

plore his major as Justice of the Peace Bill Metzger’s assistant. “Volunteering with him made me explore more about politics and explore myself to see if I really wanted to major in international affairs,” said Sustaita, who also earned volunteer

hours through the Rotaract Club on campus. “Volunteering in general helped me grow. It helped me meet others and be more engaged.” Many professors require students to volunteer and earn hours as part of their coursework.

Others, such as speech professor Courtney Brazile, offer extra credit for service learning hours. Brazile said he strongly recommends that his students give back to the community. Not only will they gain professional development and

networking skills, he said, but they might even find careers. — Staff reports Contact: Larry Jefferson, C-237, 972-860-7182, larryjefferson@dcccd. edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeEFC/ service-learning/

Ease your commute with DART GoPass

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The Dallas County Community College District and Dallas Area Rapid Transit have partnered to offer all DCCCD students free Student GoPasses. These passes allow students to ride DART busses and trains for free. To qualify, credit students must be enrolled in at least six hours during spring and fall semesters or three hours in summer. Continuing education students must take a minimum of 96 contact hours in spring and fall and 48 or more in summer. A valid student ID from any DCCCD campus is required. For more information and to apply, visit dcccd. edu/gopass.

DART bus route 110 toward downtown Dallas makes multipe stops a day just outside G building.

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More on-campus student services Bookstore The Follett-run campus store sells textbooks, school supplies, snacks and Harvester gear. Contact: N-100, 972-279-3660, efcdcccd@ bkstr.com, bkstr.com/eastfieldstore/, hours vary

for the Teacher Education and Child Development/Early Childhood Education departments. Contact: K building, 972-806-7195, alt. eastfieldcollege.edu/sshs/childrenslab/

Discounts Businesses occasionally offer discounts to students and employees on merchandise, services and events. Offers have included movie tickets, Six Flags tickets, free Microsoft Office software and AT&T wireless service. Check back frequently because offers change. eastfieldcollege.edu/services/ onlineservices/discounts/

Business Office Pay for your classes and organize refunds, reimbursements and club money transactions here. Students may also request registration receipts and get change. Contact: C-126, 972-860-8381, 4contactingefcbo@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/pc/whenwhere/Pages/ BusOffice.aspx, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. MondayThursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday C2: SAFE A free, non-profit program designed to assist students in managing their money with the help of a counselor, financial webinars and workshops. Students can also apply for a one-year program to multiply their monthly savings with a $300 annual maximum. Contact: transformanceusa.org/c2—safe online.dcccd.edu/pc/fa/understand/FinLit/, 214-540-6836

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The on-campus bookstore is crowded when new semesters start. Expect long lines. CARE Team The team provides support to students, staff and faculty by assessing, responding, evaluating and monitoring reports about those who exhibit concerning behavior and connecting them with help. To make a referral, email efcCARE@dcccd. edu or visit eastfieldcollege.edu/carereferral

Child Care The Children’s Laboratory School is housed within the Center for Child and Family Studies. The program offers full-time day care to the public and part-time evening care for children of Eastfield College students enrolled in evening classes. The program is also a teaching environment

Fitness Center Weight room, pool, jogging trail, outdoor basketball, racquetball and tennis courts for student and employee use. Students registered in PHED courses may use the weight room for free. Other students must pay $10 per month or $25 for three months. Weight room P-215, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 2-4:30 p.m. Friday Pool outside P building, noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday from March-October and when a lifeguard is on duty. Contact: eastfieldcollege.edu/services/ fitness/

LGBTQ safe zones

How To Use Aunt Bertha

Utilizing the new DCCCD partner for services or aid The Dallas County Community College District has developed a partnership with Aunt Bertha, a search engine that allows people to find services and aid in their local area. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a step-by-step guide to use the search engine effectively.

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A link to Aunt Bertha will soon be available on DCCCD websites. It can currently be googled or accessed at auntbertha.com

Offices displaying rainbow LGBTQ Safe Zone stickers designate that the occupant will offer assistance and support for LGBTQ students.

The website requires your zip code in order to provide links to the closest services in your area.

Foster Care Student Program Alumni of the Texas foster care system may be eligible for tuition and fee waivers. Contact: eastfieldcollege.edu/services/ foster-care/

Aunt Bertha provides the number of programs available in your area and allows you to either search a term related to a service or search by category.

Lost & Found Located in the Police Department Contact: N-112, 972-860-4290, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday Testing Center Also known as the Assessment Center, this is where most incoming students are required to complete the Pre-Assessment Activity and Texas Success Initiative Assessment. Instructors may also arrange for make-up tests here. Tests cannot be started within the hour before closing. Contact: C-114, 972-860-7011, eastfieldcollege. edu/apply-reg/testing/, 8 a.m.- 9 p.m. MondayThursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday TRIO Student Support Services Guides disabled, economically disadvantaged and first-generation college students toward successful academic careers through advising, peer mentoring and scholarships. Contact: C-141, 972-860-8353, efctrio@dcccd. edu, alt.eastfieldcollege.edu/SSI/TRIO/, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday Upward Bound Helps high school students gain academic and social skills and motivation to continue with their post-secondary education. The program provides academic counseling, SAT preparation, college and university tours, personal enrichment workshops and other opportunities. Contact: N-231, 972-860-7284, sandyhampton@ dcccd.edu Veterans Services The Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success assists qualifying students with

Once a category is chosen, all local services are provided.

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The Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success sponsored the Mission 22 Challenge on Sept. 22, 2016. Students, faculty and staff performed 22 pushups to bring attention to the 22 veteran suicides each day in the United States. They plan to repeat the event in September 2017. advising, tuition and monthly benefits. The campus also has a chapter of the Student Veterans of America, Contact: C-112, 972-860-7340, eastfieldcollege. edu/services/veterans/, 4veteranaffairs@dcccd. edu, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday

Narrow your search by age, housing situation, gender, health and more.

Aunt Bertha provides a description of each service, contact information, business hours, location and reviews. SOURCE: DCCCD

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OSER makes the quest more exciting

The Office of Student Engagement & Retention is responsible for organizing campus life, helping students through their academic journey and encouraging students to complete their degrees at Eastfield. OSER organizes clubs, special activities like Fun Friday, job fairs, intramural sports and service learning to add to the student experience. OSER’s umbrella covers First Year Experience, Completion Center, peer mentors, academic advising and commencement. Katy Launius, associate dean of OSER, said her main goal is to make Eastfield appealing to students. “Our overall goal is to provide holistic support to students, helping them stay engaged and retained here at the college and hopefully transferring to a four-year institution or seeking employment after completing a degree,” she said. First Year Experience The First Year Experience is a program intended to help first-year college students transition smoothly. Students enroll in linked, freshman-level classes to find support from instructors and a common group of students. Completion Center Staff work with students to complete graduation requirements, provide university transfer support, help students choose majors and career paths, find jobs and scholarships and network with alumni.

Journey to Success Each student works with a success coach who teaches them how to juggle school, work and their personal lives with study tips and time management skills. Service Learning Students perform volunteer work in connection with academics, a strategy meant to enrich learning, teach civic responsibility and strengthen communities. Organizers say the experience is personally enriching as well as a resume-builder. M.A.L.E.S Mentoring & Retention Program The Men’s Achievement, Leadership, Empowerment and Service pro-

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Above, students play Twister in the C building during OSER’s Fun Friday. OSER hosts Fun Friday events throughout the year to get students involved on campus. Below, students play chess as a part of OSER’s intramural program. Intramurals include athletic sports as well as board games and card games.

Common Book: See page 38 Clubs: See page 37 Commencement: See page 45 Special Events: See page 40 Advising: See page 9 Career Services: See page 47 Intramural Sports: See page 39

gram supports the DCCCD’s “Men of Color” Initiative, aimed at increasing the graduation rates of male AfricanAmerican and Latino students. It works in connection with the Men’s Empowerment Coalition club. Peer Mentors Student leaders are available to answer questions and recommend campus services to students struggling with classwork or the overall college experience. Formerly known as PALS. — James Hartley

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Clockwise from top left, dancers perform a group choreography in a spring 2017 show. A student participates at one of OSER’s Fun Fridays, which features games and free food. The music department hosts Jazz Under the Stars during the Literary & Fine Arts Festival. Students play a drum in a pow wow on Nov. 11. Students participate in the costume contest for Eastfield’s ExFEAR-ience Halloween event on Oct. 28.

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Giving a voice to campus concerns

Student government bridges the gap between students and administrators

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The Student Government Association is an elected body that advocates for student concerns to the administration. Students are elected to be part of the Executive Board, House of Representatives, the Senate or serve on committees. SGA meets at 12:30 p.m. & every other Friday. Et Cetera Photo Editor Yesenia Alvarado spoke with new SGA President Yazmin Lopez, a political science and mathematics major, about her plans for the upcoming year. Lopez previously served as a SGA senator and is a member of the Communication Club. Lopez believes clubs and organizations help students build friendships and leadership skills and help shape who students become. What is SGA?

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We represent the student body up to the administrators, the faculty. We’re supposed to advocate any concerns that the students have, any interests that the students would like us to get into. One of the things I would also like to work on: I saw that The Et Cetera had a story that we don’t have drug

SGA 2017-2018 Executive Board President: Yazmin Lopez Vice President: Vianney Sanchez Secretary: Celeste Canales Parliamentarian: Sydney Hernandez Treasurer: Conner DeCamp Public Relations: Jennifer Ruiz

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tic violence, so that is what I would like to focus on – women getting better in that kind of environment. I would like to advocate for immigrants because my mom and dad are immigrants. So those are the main reasons I joined SGA, so I could start learning the process and help people. Then once I started, that’s when I figured out that doing what I do with SGA is what I love to do. Once you start practicing, you really know that’s what you want to do in life.

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It’s very important. I feel like joining clubs or organizations builds you and offers a lot of networking opportunities. My first year of college, I was very shy and wanted to stay in my little box. It did take a little push from my teacher who told me to go to the Communication Club meeting. Then the Communication Club eventually led me to SGA, and now I am president of SGA.

What process do students have to take in order to get elected for certain positions in the SGA?

counseling here. So I would like to hold a forum for that so I can bring counselors to Eastfield who are specialists.

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How important is it for students to join organizations or clubs like SGA?

What made you join SGA? I wanted to advocate for women and immigrants. I did go through domes-

For the House of Representatives, you get elected from your club and once elected the representative goes to the SGA meetings and represents their club. In order to become senator, you have to submit an appli-

cation, get 15 students to sign it and write an essay about yourself and what you can do for SGA. To be a senator, you also have to take six credit hours and have at least a 2.75 GPA.

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What qualities are needed to be a member of SGA or the Executive Board?

Anyone can run for a position in SGA, but there are certain characteristics that make you more fitting for a position, especially in the Executive Board. A position in the Executive Board is a big job and you have a lot of responsibilities. You have to show respect and good time management and also sympathy for other members and students. The most important quality someone should have for this position is passion. It is also important to be bubbly and friendly, in order to connect with others.

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One of the things we’re working on is getting more student involvement. We also want to work more with early college students, because many don’t know that they can still be involved because they are students of Eastfield.

Contact: Adviser Emilio Lopez, L-325, 972-8607118, EmilioLopez@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeEFC/sga/

Joining in at college can open endless doors When I started at Eastfield in Spring 2016, I was what’s known as a PCP student, meaning I went from the parking lot to class then back to the parking lot. I thought that it was all you were supposed to do at community college. I had no idea that so many opportunities existed. So, as a new student you may be asking, “OK, I’ve gotten to college. Now what?” This is a question you might be asking yourselves as you begin classes here at Eastfield. First and foremost, give yourself a pat on the back. You’ve taken the first step toward your academic and career goals, and that should be commended. However, this is just the first step, and there are many more to take. If you simply come to school, go to your classes and go home, you are doing yourself a disservice. While good grades are without a doubt important, Eastfield has so many opportunities for you to grow as a person and as a leader just waiting for you to take advantage of them.

I initially began going to meetings for the Communication Club at the advisers’ requests, but I soon realized how much I enjoyed it. Clubs and organizations don’t just give you an opportunity to grow and learn, they give you a Zach DeCamp support group. If you surround your- Student Leader of the Year self with positive, hardworking people who want to make a difference, that attitude is contagious. Success is a mindset, and getting involved helped me not only to achieve this mindset but to share it with others. Once I opened the door, it was easy to add more activities. I joined the Student Government Association as a senator, the Accounting Club and Phi Theta Kappa.

All of these organizations taught me different skills that have helped develop me into the person I am today. They helped me achieve this mindset of success, and I never would have excelled as much as I did or have even graduated without the skills I learned or the people that I met by participating outside classes. Eastfield has so many resources for you to get involved in an area that interests you, to grow and to develop skills that will aid you for the rest of your life. There is so much more to college than just going to class, and I promise you that you will begin to understand this once you begin. If you’re unsure of what Eastfield offers, I encourage you to go to the Office of Student Engagement and Retention in C-237, ask for Alejandra Salcedo and ask her how you can get started right away. —Zach DeCamp Zach DeCamp is an accounting major. He is going to University of Texas at Dallas in fall 2017.

Video Game Club provides common ground The Video Game and Anime clubs, which recently combined their meetings, are seeking new members to participate in game tournaments and anime shows and learn about jobs in the industry. Diego Seguinot, president of the Video Game Club, said the group is a place to find common ground. “The Video Game Club was started to have a place where people can go with the same interest and make friendships, in this case [through] videogames,” Seguinot said. “The clubs help people get out of their comfort zone, meet new people, and connect ... with their professional career.” The Video Game Club also holds fundraisers, and members volunteer on campus and in the community. They also help those who want to pursue jobs in the videogame and anime business. Members recently visited anime entertainment company Funimation in Flower Mound. “A lot of people were convinced that, yes, they want to go and do this,” Seguinot said. “Our intention is to create friendships and give people the inspiration to go into anything videogame related.” The club hopes to raise money to purchase gaming consoles and games. In the past, members have brought their own consoles and games to meetings to share with the other students. They meet weekly on campus. — Jesus Ayala Contact: Adviser Emilio Lopez, L-325, 972-860-7118, EmilioLopez@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeEFC/clubs/

These clubs have indicated they will be active in fall 2017. Contact the Office of Student Engagement & Retention for more information on existing clubs and how to form your own. Accounting Club Purpose: Provide financial literacy, build professional networking and perfect marketable business skills necessary to compete in today’s marketplace. Adviser: Regina Brown, 972-8607095, ReginaBrown@dcccd.edu Allied Health Club Purpose: To provide networking among other students who are interested in the medical field. Advisers: Jessica Kerins, 972-860-8317, jkerins@dcccd.edu; Carl Knight, 972-860-7152, carlknight@dcccd.edu; Richard Post, 972-8608342, Rpost@dcccd.edu Anime Club Purpose: To discuss and understand Japanese Culture through anime. Adviser: David Chein, 972-860-7220, dchein@dcccd.edu Baptist Student Ministry Purpose: To promote and enhance the spiritual development of students though fellowship, Bible study, leadership and ministry to the campus. Adviser: Micheal Hutchins, 972-860-7681, MichealHutchins@dcccd.edu Baseball Club Purpose: To promote and support the baseball program and its facilities. Adviser: Michael Martin, 972-860-7643, MichaelMartin@dcccd.edu Comic Book Club Purpose: Recognize and promote the genre of comic book and graphic novel at Eastfield College. Advisers: Nina Lambert, 972-860-7229, ninalambert@dcccd.edu; Rufel Ramos, 972-8607361, rramos@dcccd.edu Communication Club Purpose: To encourage students to become responsible citizens and strengthen their own self-image through development of their communication and leadership skills.Advisers: Mary Forrest, 972-860-7658, maryforrest@ dcccd.edu; Courtney Brazile, 972-860-7164,

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Students gather around a Nintendo gaming system during a club fair. The Video Game Club, which has partenered with the Anime Club, meets weekly during regular semesters.

Student Clubs

courtneybrazile@dcccd.edu Computer Club Purpose: To provide an outlet for students to improve their skills in technology and to develop contacts with professionals in the industry through internships, speaking engagement and field trips. Adviser: Yvonne Robinson, 972-8607122, yvonnerobinson@dcccd.edu Debate Team Purpose: To promote and encourage students who are interested in public speaking and debate. Adviser: William McDonald, 972-860-7156, WilliamMcDonald@dcccd,edu Digital Media Club Purpose: A community of creative students focusing on the importance of visual communication. Adviser: Oslynn Williams, 972860-7611, owilliams@dcccd.edu Harvester Performing Art Club Purpose: Defending the rights of the performing Arts. Adviser: Dusty Thomas, 972-860-7653, DReasons@dcccd.edu Human Services Club Purpose: To develop and maintain a high standard of service, promote professionalism through networking and provide activities that enhance educational experience. Advisers: Phillip Ortiz, 972-391-1037, philliportiz@dcccd.edu; Daniel Ramirez, 972-860-7156, DanielRamirez@ dcccd.edu Intenational Students Club Purpose: To help sponsor and develop international student events and extra-curricular activites. Adviser: Jennifer Alvarez, 972-8608338, JenniferAlvarez@dcccd.edu Math Club Purpose: To gather students with an interest in mathematics, discuss math concepts and strengthening math skills. Adviser: Leticia Escobar, 972-860-7082, lescobar@dcccd.edu Men’s Empowerment Coalition Purpose: To aid male students, especially minority males, in the success of their education by increasing retention rates through community service and leadership promotion. Adviser:

Kimberly Lowry, 972-860-7028, kimberlymoore@ dcccd.edu Nu Phi Sigma Purpose: To be involved in the community as well as the campus life through step. Adviser: Ronda Jackson-Grandberry, 972-860-7083, rondagrandberry@dcccd.edu Outdoors Club Purpose: To provide students with an educational and fun experience involving outdoor activities, field trips, volunteer work and social activism. Adviser: Zu Watanabe, 972-391-1068, zuwatanabe@dcccd.edu Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Purpose: recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders. Advisers: Sharon Cook, 972-860-7629, scook@dcccd.edu; Michael Noble, 972-860-7146, michaelnoble@ dcccd.edu; Richard Post, 972-860-8342, rpost@ dcccd.edu Regeneration 61 Purpose: to study the bible and to renew, restore, and bring youth to Christ. Adviser: Tuesday Hambric, 972-391-1069, thambric@dcccd.edu Rising Star Club Purpose: to engage rising star students in campus activities, fostering an environment of educational excellence and community service. Adviser: Robert Bryant, 972-860-7327, RobertBryant@dcccd.edu Rotaract Club Purpose: Provide opportunities for men and women to enhance personal development and to promote a worldwide framework of friendship and service. Adviser: Kassandra Buck, 972-860-7046, kbuck@dcccd.edu Samuell Early College Student Council Purpose: To ensure the proper representation of Early College Students. Advisers: Brittany Smith, 972-860-7323, BrittanyLSmith@dcccd.edu; Erbin Ayala, 972-860-7136, ErbinAyala@dcccd.edu Science Club Purpose: To provide an opportunity for those interested in science to encourage leadership in

the field of science and research worldwide. Advisers: Richard Post, 972-860-8342 rpost@ dcccd.edu; Carl Knight, 972-860-7152, carlknight@dcccd.edu; Jeff Hughes, 972-8607328, jeffhughes@dcccd.edu Sigma Kappa Delta Purpose: To recognize and reward outstanding achievement in the English language and literature and landuage.foster English in all its aspects. Advisers: Nina Lambert, 972-860-7229, ninalambert@dcccd.edu; Rufel Ramos, 972-8607361, rramos@dcccd.edu Soccer/Auto-Body Club Purpose: To encourage student’s physical activity, passions, and interest in soccer. Adviser: JC Carew, 972-860-7038, jidecarew@dcccd.edu Student Government Association Purpose: Civic responsibility and to promote cooperation between the student body, the faculty, and administration. Adviser: Emilio Lopez, 972-860-7118, emiliolopez@dcccd.edu; Philip Bueno, 972-860-7038, philipbueno@dcccd.edu Student Veterans of America Purpose: To bring awareness and support to veterans and military families. Advisers: Ron Rollinson, 972-860-8322, rrollinson@dcccd.edu Tennis Club Purpose: To promote leadership, teamwork, and the importance of physical fitness to students through tennis. Adviser: JC Carew, 972-8607038, jidecarew@dcccd.edu Video Game Club Purpose: To play and understand the videogame industry. Adviser: Emilio Lopez, 972-860-7118, EmilioLopez@dcccd.edu Women’s Empowerment Purpose: Provide resources to women that will help them achieve their goals. Adviser: Beth Jacintho, 972-860- 7634, BethJacintho@dcccd. edu Contact: Clubs coordinator Lauren Anderson, C-237, 972-860-7339, 4clubs@ dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/slifeEFC/ clubs/

Academic Year 2017-2018

‘Deep Down Dark’ links subjects through text “Deep Down Dark,” which tells the story of 33 Chilean miners who were trapped during the 2010 Copiapo mining accident in Chile, has been selected as the 2017-2018 common book for Eastfield College. “Deep Dark Down” explores how this event not only impacts the lives of the men trapped, but also those on the surface. Librarian and Common Book Committee member Megan Horlander said the common book is important because it works to bind the college and different disciplines together through a shared reading experience. “This was the best out of the nominees to

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reach the most subjects,” she said. “Anything will work for English, but we want something that also reaches STEM and social sciences.” Professors are encouraged to work the common book into their curriculum and the Common Book Committee plans events relating to the subject matter that will be held throughout the next academic year, including a visit from the head of surface mining from the Texas Railroad Commission. Many courses, especially English, will require students to read from the common book to understand and participate in class activities and assignments.

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Last year, the Common Book Committee brought speakers and scientists to Eastfield to discuss the importance of the HeLa cells, which were used to cure polio, and Henrietta Lacks, the woman whose cells, used without her permission, led to numerous scientific discoveries. This year’s book, written by Hector Tobar, tells how the 33 miners came together during their 69-day ordeal. Tobar’s book depicts the camaraderie and hardship experienced by the group and how their faith helped them cope with the weight of being buried alive deep in the mountain. — Jon-Mark Tamez

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The annual 3-on-3 intramural basketball tournament organized by OSER took place on March 25. OSER representative Jide “JC” Carew, left, supervises basketball open gym times Wednesdays and Saturdays in the P building.

Intramurals: sports & games During the 2016-17 school year, the intramural sports program expanded its offerings in typical activities such as basketball and volleyball and added chess, card games and Zumba. Intramural coordinator Jide “JC” Carew said he plans to keep the program growing. “Flag football is definitely one more sport to do,” he said. “We also want to try softball and continue to maintain the sports we have today, but on a bigger scale. ... It would be nice to do disc golf and to have kickboxing or different workout sports.” Carew’s plans are to eventually expand Eastfield’s intramural program to be a competitive year-round experience that all students can participate in. “Going forward, I would like to rival that of four-year institutions,” Carew said. — Julio Vega

CommUNITY in HUMAN SERVICES AT 12:00 P.M. EVERY 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY. ROOM N221 COME JOIN US US WE USE SERVICE, PROFESSIONALISM, and NETWORKING TO BRING ABOUT HOPE For more information, please contact Michelle Johnson at michellejohnson81710@gmail.com, Sonya Battle at sonyabattle@dcccd.edu, or Prof. Daniel Ramirez at danielramirez@dcccd.edu

Contact: C-237, 972-860-7038, jidecarew@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/ slifeefc/ Intramurals for fall 2017 • • • •

3-on-3 basketball tournament 3-point shootout Open gym Soccer

• Chess tournament • Cards tournaments • Workout Wednesdays (Zumba, yoga, dance or cardio)

Our purpose is to encourage students to become responsible citizens and strengthen their own selfimage through the development of their communication and leadership skills.

Academic Year 2017-2018

Level up by being involved

Annual Events Fall

Welcome Week, sponsored by the Office of Student Engagement and Retention, kicks off the semester. The music department’s recital series showcases professional and student performances at 12:30 p.m. each Wednesday. The Club Fair in early September encourages students to explore extracurricular activities.

Hispanic Heritage Month is honored with an array of events such as ballet folklorico dancers and food tastings from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Health Week in early October includes fitnessthemed lectures and sports competitions.

Free Speech Week features discussion of the First Amendment during the third week of October. On Halloween, clubs hold fundraising events such as bake sales, and OSER sponsors a popular costume contest. A Veterans Day ceremony in November honors former military.

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Food collected during the Harvester Hunger Food Drive in November is donated to those in need through Sharing Life Community Outreach. The Sustainability Team’s Arbor Day celebration, usually concluding with a ceremonial tree planting, falls around the first Friday in November.

Spring

Welcome Week, sponsored by OSER, kicks off the semester.

The music department’s recital series continues at 12:30 p.m. each Wednesday. The Club Fair repeats in early February.

A Mardi Gras celebration is held on Fat Tuesday, which can fall from mid-February to early March.

Black History Month is celebrated in February with guest speakers and a read-in.

Eastfield honors Women’s History Month with guest speakers and other events.

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Clockwise from top left, a student dressed as Rey from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” for OSER’s annual Halloween costume contest sits with a BB-8 droid built by professor David Kirk. Dancers perform at the Cinco de Mayo celebration. A guest speaker participates in the African-American History Month Read-in. Dancers participate in an outdoor ballet barre at Arts in Action, the kickoff to the Literary & Fine Arts Festival. The Comic Book Club recruits new members at the club fair.

The International Festival in late spring showcases fashion and culture from around the world. Asian Heritage Month in May is recognized with guest speakers and a celebration.

The Cinco de Mayo party on May 5 honors Mexican culture.

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The Literary & Fine Arts Festival celebrates student achievements in dance, drama, music and writing in April. Programming includes student and faculty recitals, guest artist demonstrations, panels and speakers. The student literary journal, The Alternative, is also published.

Other recurring events include college recruiting fairs, workshops, the Reality Fair and other financial education seminars, the Foreign Film Series, career and job fairs, intramural sports and STEMinars on topics in science, technology, engineering and math.

Take the stage with theater, dance, music

Getting involved in theater, dance and music at Eastfield College gives students the opportunity to develop unique skills while finding a group of fellow students with common interests. Every semester, Eastfield’s various performing arts departments offer a variety of classes and the chance for students to perform in live shows. Theater Eastfield’s drama department offers classes in acting, makeup and stagecraft, as well as play performances yearround. This year’s lineup, according to theater professor Dusty Reasons Thomas, will offer unique show opportunities for students. Out of the four plays, the Harvester Theatre Company will present one related to this year’s common book, “Deep Dark Down,” in November and will have another directed by a guest director. Thomas said this year’s play selections focus on relationships and will be not only a great acting challenge for students, but also an introspective experience. “Theatrical happenings,” inspired by harassment and consent issues, will take place in October. “The actors will get to learn how to study and portray different types of relationships, but also will be able to think about the story as a whole and think about the relationships that we’re promoting,” she said. Music Eastfield’s music department offers classes in music appreciation and music theory, as well as beginner and advanced courses in guitar, voice and piano. Choir professor Melinda Imthurn said choosing the right voice class is based less on experience and more on the type of voice style students want to learn. Imthurn urges students interested in learning or who are majoring in music to meet with the right professor for advisement.

“It’s really great if I can hear people [beforehand] if they’re brave enough to come and meet with me,” she said. “Especially if they do want to major, because there’s an entire track of classes that we need to talk about.” The music department also showcases visiting artists, faculty and students in concert with the weekly Wednesday Recital Series at 12:30 p.m. in room F-117. In the past, the Wednesday Recital Series have included Grammy Award-winning alumnus Bobby Sparks, the Mike Drake Jazz Quartet, trombonist Eston Bell and many more. Dance Eastfield’s dance department teaches classes in jazz dance, ballet, modern dance and hip-hop, as well as dance appreciation. “Pretty much on any day and at any time, you can find a dance class to take on this campus,” dance professor Danielle Georgiou said. Georgiou said she runs her dance classes as if they were professional companies, with the end-of-semester performances as the final product. The Fall Dance Concert will be presented November 30 and December 1 in the Performance Hall. She welcomes students of various skillsets to sign up for dance classes and believes a mix of skillsets among students provides the best learning experience. The growth of the dance program has allowed students to perform in various settings. Many students get the opportunity to dance for professional companies outside of campus while still attending as students. “We perform both on campus and off campus,” Georgiou said. “These students are getting the opportunity to work with professional dancers and professional choreographers, and really explore all the opportunities that dance can bring.” —Compiled by David Silva

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Top, students perform in the “Harvester Cabaret” musical revue. Bottom left, dance students perform in their spring show in the Performance Hall. Bottom right, Grammy-award winning Eastfield alumnus Bobby Sparks performs in a recital on campus in spring 2017.

Two campus art galleries show professional, student work

Art exhibits rotate through two campus galleries each year, showcasing paintings, sculptures, textiles and photography by students and professional artists. The full schedule of diverse art exhibitions supports the understanding and creation of contemporary art, galleries director Iris Bechtol said. She said she admires contemporary art but strives for diversity in the galleries. “Most of the time, we have our own perception of how we view the world,” she said. “You have to be careful not to only present your own taste.” Past exhibitions included work from Sydney Webb, Morehshin Allahyari and Janeil Engelstad, Jesse Morgan Barnett, Christine Bisetto and Danielle Georgiou. Fall exhibitions include a faculty show in both galleries in September, Brandon Gonzalez and Dyemond Obryan in October and student art in November. Gallery 219 is in F-219C and H Gallery is in H-100. They are open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday and by appointment. Eastfield’s walls are also home to permanent art pieces installed throughout campus. Some pieces are from professional artists and others from current students and alumni. —Yesenia Alvarado Contact: Iris Bechtol, F-211, 972-680-7329, irisbechtol@ dcccd.edu, eastfieldgalleries.blogspot.com

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Above, Iris Bechtol, director of galleries, installs a piece in Gallery 219 for the first show of the fall 2016 semester. Left, gallery visitors view Shamsy Roomiani’s “Botanica Spectrum” show in spring 2017.

Academic Year 2017-2018

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The Et Cetera is the college’s national award-winning student newspaper, published every two weeks during the fall and spring semesters. We also produce television- and radio-style broadcast news for the web. Working for the Et Cetera requires responsibility and

a considerable work ethic, however students will quickly find that their effort has resulted in improved communication, writing, visual storytelling and newsgathering skills. And we have a lot of fun. — David Silva

Why should you join Student Media? 1. Get published See your name in print. Be on camera.

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2. Travel Et Cetera staffers attend state and national conventions. We’ve been to Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Orlando, Philadelphia and more. These events are valuable opportunities to learn new skills and network with other student journalists and media professionals. 3. Get press access to entertainment events The Et Cetera receives invitations to movie screenings, concerts and events. You would be tasked with writing a review or story or shooting photos of the event, but you could attend for free and might even meet someone famous. Editor in Chief James Hartley interviewed Steven Spielberg on a conference call, former Photo Editor David Sanchez took photos of Hugh Jackman on the red carpet.

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The best advice I can give to college students is to work for your campus newspaper, radio station, TV station, whatever you have, and get those skills going. J ennifer Emily Dallas Morning News Reporter

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Et Cetera staff members pass out papers to students on publication day, accompanied by Et Cetera mascot, Stanley.

Eastfield in 2011, Et Cetera reporters and photographers received media credentials to cover his speech. When presidential candidates Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders visited Texas, our news team was there. And we saw legendary Watergate reporter Bob Woodward at the National Student Media Convention. 5. Learn valuable skills No experience is required to

join the staff. We can teach you how to write news stories, design newspaper pages, create graphics, shoot videos, host a podcast, update a webpage and make photographs. Our advisers have years of professional media experience. With each new ability, you will be building a resume and professional portfolio. Contact: Student Publications Manager Elizabeth Langton, N-242, 972-860-7154, elizabeth langton@dcccd.edu, eastfield news.com

Do I get paid?

Not at first. After one semester as a contributor, you can apply for a paid job. We also employ students in the work study program.

Do I have to take a journalism class?

No. But if journalism is your major, you should. We offer courses in reporting, news photography, broadcast journalism, public relations, advertising, editing and media studies. For more information, contact program coordinator Lori Dann, N-241, 972-860-7290, loridann@dcccd.edu.

2017 Visual Art & Literature

The Alternative The Alternative, the college’s student-produced fine arts and literary magazine, highlights studentsubmitted essays, short stories, poetry, art and photos. Faculty judges choose the works to publish, and student editors design the publication. The magazine is released each spring in conjunction with the Arts & Communications Division’s Literary and Fine Arts Festival. Calls for submissions start in early fall and end in December.

Dominate opponents with Team Harvesters The Eastfield College athletic program showcases four major sports teams that historically have been competitive on both the Metro Athletic Conference level as well as the state and national stage. Each of the Harvesters’ programs posted a winning record during the 2016-17 academic year. Eastfield brought home one MAC Championship in Volleyball, and produced a National Junior College Athletic As-

sociation All-American, Midfielder Emily Juarez for the women’s soccer team. All regular season sporting events played at Eastfield are free. Tickets for postseason and tournament games vary by sport. The basketball and volleyball teams play in the gym located in the P building while the baseball and soccer teams have designated fields south of campus.

Women’s Soccer After a rough start to the program in the early 2000s, the women’s soccer team at Eastfield finished 14-2 in 2015 and 14-6-1 in 2016. Freshman midfielder Emily Juarez was named as a Division III secondteam all American and will lead the Harvester’s search of their first conference title

Head coach Dustin Stein has high expectations for his team going into the 2017 season. “Like every year, we expect to be competing for a conference championship and trying to get to nationals,” Stein said. “We’ve been one of the top teams in the conference the past two years, and nothing changes this year.”

Men’s Basketball

The Harvesters have played in three of the past 5 NJCAA national basketball tournaments, finishing as a runner up in 2013. The team’s lone championship came in 1997, and the 20th anniversary of that title was celebrated this past year. This past year the Harvester’s season ended abruptly when they were bested by Brookhaven, who lost ev-

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Clockwise from top: Karina Lay serves the ball. D’Angelo Streeter goes for a layup against Cedar Valley. Karla Gutierrez drives the ball towards the goal.

ery game during the entire regular season. The team finished 22-8 overall, 6-4 in conference. Head coach Anthony Fletcher expects his team to continue with recent success. “We’ve been nationally ranked in the past 10 out of 11 years, so I expect to do the same thing,” Fletcher said. “We’re still putting together a team, but I expect good things.”

Women’s Volleyball

The volleyball team is coming off the best season of the program’s history. They took third place in the NCJAA championship tournament. The team won their conference with an 11-0 record within the MAC and a 26-5 overall record. Head coach

Brandon Crisp is optimistic about continuing last season’s success. “We had a great bunch of girls last year, and we have a great group of girls coming this year,“ Crisp said. “This group wants to compete and do their best. That’s the only goal we set.”

Men’s Baseball The Eastfield baseball team has qualified for the regional tournament in each of the past seven years. The Harvesters have won three national titles in 2001, 2006 and 2011. The Harvesters will look to rebound this season after a year of inconsistent play and injuries to key players. The Harvesters ended the 2017 season with a record of 27-26 overall

and 16-14 in conference play. Eastfield is faced with replacing key players including Skylar Black, Paul Bowman and Joseph Sanchez. Head coach Michael Martin hasn’t changed his outlook going into the upcoming season. “We set our goals the same every year,” he said “We want to win this conference and move on to the national tournament.”

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The Eastfield jogging trail, outdoor basketball court, racquetball court and tennis court are open from dawn to dusk to the public.

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Wednesday, May 3, 2017

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On May, 6, at Curtis Culwell Center in Garland hosted Eastfield students gathered for their commencement ceremony. Above, the graduating class of 2017 waits to hear their names. Right, graduates and faculty walk toward the arena.

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Graduation is your high score Graduation is the end of the Eastfield story for most students. You’ll gather the honors and regalia you’ve earned, don the black cap and gown and join your fellow students to be recognized. Eastfield holds a Commencement Ceremony each May for students who finished their degrees in the fall or spring or are within nine hours of completing their coursework. Diplomas are issued later. To prepare for graduation, follow these steps:

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Submit all transcripts to the Admissions Office, C-119.

Meet all requirements for your degree plan.

Apply for graduation at the beginning of the term or semester you intend to graduate. The application and guidelines can be found in the Office of the Registrar tab at eastfieldcollege.edu. Deadlines vary between semesters.

Participate in the optional commencement ceremony in May. Students will not receive their degrees or certificates at the event. Attendance for students and guests is free. Regalia such as caps, gowns and invitations are ordered at herffjones.com and picked up at the Eastfield College Bookstore, N-100.

Pick up your diploma in the Admissions Office. Processing takes up to four weeks after the end of the semester but can vary due to holidays and other events. Students will receive emails when their diplomas are available for pick up.

Harvester Tips The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act offers academic privacy to all students. Under the law, students can review, inspect and seek amendments to their educational records. It also allows students to file complaints with the FERPA office in Washington, D.C. When completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid online, be sure to select “Yes” when asked “Interested in work-study?” to be eligible for various work-study jobs throughout campus. Also make sure to select a primary program of study on eConnect before submitting the Work-Study Information Processing Form to the Financial Aid Office. If you have an abundance of time to kill, or desperately need to know how you shouldn’t behave on campus (although most if it is just common sense), access the Student Code of Conduct at eastfieldcollege.edu. If you’ve gotten this far, search Code of Conduct and select Student Handbook. Pages 12-19 contain the code.

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Take advantage of transfer resources

Heading to a four-year university after Eastfield? Start planning at least a year before you transfer. Here are five tips to make your transfer as smooth as possible.

Visit the Completion and Career Services Center in OSER.

The completion center provides a team of staff members who will guide students through the transfer process and help them determine which four-year institutions to attend. Staff also helps students gather the necessary information to transfer.

Meet with an academic adviser.

Advisers are trained to know transfer rules, articulation agreements and the core curriculum so all your credits follow you. DCCCD guarantees that credits will transfer if certain conditions are met.

Research colleges and universities.

Narrow your choices based on what schools are suited for you and which ones offer your major. Visit the campuses of your top choices.

Have a financial plan mapped out in advance.

The average cost of attending a public university in Texas is $23,128 per year, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid as soon you can. Apply for scholarships. Consider loans, work-study or a job. Make a budget.

Figure out the logistics.

Application deadlines vary by school, so keep track and submit as early as possible. It’s always a good idea to start the transfer process, including application, at least five to six months prior to the date you hope to transfer. Use transfer guides and other resources at eastfieldcollege.edu/oser/ completion-center/. MANUEL GUAPO/THE ET CETERA

Timeline

Start planning your move to a four-year school at least a year in advance. June-October Research schools and scholarships. Write a general personal essay. Write your resume. Build your budget. Start estimating your expenses at the new school and how you will pay for them. Ask for letters of recommendation. Make a first visit to the schools that interest you. Take a tour and gather basic information. November-February Apply for scholarships. Request official transcripts from all colleges attended. Apply to your top three choices. Make a second visit to schools. Visit financial aid and scholarship offices and meet with academic advisers. Do your taxes and apply for financial aid.

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Get a bachelor’s degree in Mesquite Review your budget and determine how much to save. March-June Watch your mail for admission and scholarship letters. Make a third visit to schools. Decide which school you will attend and notify them. Review your budget and revise it if needed. Get confirmation of admission, housing, scholarships, financial aid, etc. June-August Work, save money and get ready. Attend orientation at your new school. Register for fall classes. Pay for tuition and housing for the first semester. Start work on campus or start applying for it. SOURCE:DCCCD

Columbia College, a university in Columbia, Missouri, offers four-year degrees in Mesquite. Students enrolled in the program will complete their first two years at Eastfield just as any other student and enroll at Columbia for their last two years, taking classes in the G building or online. Onsite courses are taught at Eastfield in business administration, human services, criminal justice, and general studies. These lecture-style classes are offered during evenings and weekends, lasting eight weeks instead of the standard 16. Online classes also last eight weeks with an expanded offering of subject areas. Dallas County Community College students may transfer up to 81 credit hours rather than the standard 60, and Columbia will waive their application fees.

Tuition is $245 per credit hour for face-toface classes and $305 per credit hour for online classes. Financial aid is available. Grants and scholarships are available for DCCCD students who complete their associate’s degree and move on to their bachelor’s. —Staff Reports Contact: Eastfield Pleasant Grove campus, 802 S. Buckner Blvd, Dallas. 972-860-5332, mesquite@ccis.edu, www.ccis.edu and select Mesquite under the Locations menu

Harvester Tip If you need to print out an essay or make copies of a document, the library charges 10 cents per page. Be sure to bring your student ID and cash.

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Employers invited by OSER set up tables stretching across campus at a job fair, looking to recruit students.

Not transferring? Use your degree for a job

The Career Services Center helps students who decide to leverage their degrees or certificates into jobs instead of transferring to four-year universities. Assistance covers resume writing, job searching and using an Eastfield education to get hired. Career Coach, a tool linked from the center’s website, guides students through a questionnaire that recommends career fields and link professional goals to courses at Eastfield. Sharon McKinney, manager of the career center, advises students to get professional email addresses and create LinkedIn accounts to help them in the job market. Other tips include researching and contacting employers prior to graduation and practicing interviewing skills. “If you wait until graduation, you are actually behind,” McKinney said. “I really encourage students to start thinking about employment about the semester or so before graduation.” McKinney said students should not feel pressured into taking the first job they get offered or feeling discouraged if they don’t get their dream job right out of college. “If you start looking for work and you really haven’t found anything, then it is time to re-evaluate your situation,” she said. “Come visit the Career Center for additonal assistance.” —Staff Reports Contact: C-237B, 972-860-8310, 4jobs@dcccd.edu, eastfieldcollege.edu/services/careersvs/, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

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Leaderboard Name

Rank

James Hartley

Editor in Chief

8996625

David SIlva

Managing Editor

8795671

Manuel Guapo

Design Editor

8265914

Andrew Gonzales

Photo Editor

3973143

Yesenia Alvarado

Photo Editor

610349

Jesus Ayala

Photo Editor

606459

Ben Ensign

Assistant Editor

442146

Martha Especulta

Assistant Editor

96729

Jonathan Wences

Cover Artist

94596

Citlaly Montoya

Graphic Artist

87982

Julio Vega

Writer

57149

Jacquelyne Rojas

Writer

9594

Jon-Mark Tamez

Writer

8861

Zach DeCamp

Contributor

7943

Marie Garcia

Fact Checker

7586

Keturah Hill

Advertising Manager

6194

Elizabeth Langton

Publications Manager

6083

Faculty Adviser

5864

Executive Dean

5165

Lori Dann Courtney Carter Harbour

Arts & Communications

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From top, Eastifeld College has more than 14,000 students enrolled. The college was founded in 1970. Student Alberto Ruiz Garcia volunteers with the TRIO program at the North Texas Food Bank on March 3. At the Oct. 4 National Night Out event, students did face and body painting while getting to know each other and the police that serve the community.

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