The Flare Issue 13, March 22, 2019

Vol. 82, No. 13 Serving Kilgore College since 1936

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Rangers REbuilding

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Kacey Kelch, Dallas sophomore, and Chandon Porter, Beaumont freshman, pick up the fence on the property of off-campus dormitory, Bennie Hall, located north of the Kilgore campus.

The backyard was hit by a storm producing straight-line winds that ripped through Kilgore a little after 3 a.m. Thursday, March 14. For more photos of the aftermath, see pages 8 and 9.

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KCEPT Graduation 4 p.m., March 22, Devall Ballroom

Campus Calendar March - April 2019

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Kilgore Taste Off 5:30 p.m., March 25, First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 501 E. North St., Kilgore Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony 6:30 p.m., March 29, Devall Ballroom Baroque & Classical Piano Festival 3 p.m., March 30, Van Cliburn Auditorium

Phi Theta Kappa New Officer Election 5 p.m., April 1, Devall TV Room Summer I / Summer II / Fall Advisement& Registration begins for Current Students April 1

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Electric Power Technology lineman rodeo, graduation set for

“Chemistry is F U N” 11 a.m., March 30, Longview World of Wonders 112 E. Tyler Street, Longview

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KC is set to host their Electric Power Technology Rodeo and Graduation this Friday March 22 to complete the 10-week certificate program.

Sixteen students will compete at the lineman rodeo beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, March 22, at the new KCEPT Training Field – located at 2317 CR 174 East in Kilgore.

Skills demonstrated at the rodeo will include pole climbing, hurt-man rescue and insulator changing exercises.

The graduation will take place at 4 pm in the Devall Student Center Ballroom.

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Also, the “Top Hand Award” will be presented to the student who earns the highest overall score in the course. Other awards given will include “Outstanding Student,” based on class grades and field competencies and “Most Supportive Teammate,” selected by class vote.

For more information regarding the event, you can contact Robert Horn who is Kilgore’s Workforce Development Specialist at rhorn@kilgore.edu.

- KCPR

KC Chemistry Department hosts “Chemistry is fun”

KC chemistry department is hosting an event called “Chemistry is fun.” The event will take place at WOW, Longview World of Wonders on Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They are planning on 5 different activities related to “materials science” and

how improvements in materials (chemicals) change our life. There will be a hydrophobic experiment, a hydrophilic activity, a thermochromic experiment, biodegradable versus not biodegradable and one of our favorites called “magic milk.”

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TRIO Spring Reception 5 p.m., April 4, Devall Ballroom Piano Duo Recital 2019, “Shall We Dance?”

7:30 p.m., April 4, Van Cliburn Auditorium Sigma Kappa Delta Induction Ceremony 5 p.m., April 5, Devall Ballroom Spring Vocal Concert 2019 7:30 p.m., April 6, Van Cliburn Auditorium

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‘Game-changer’ program enlists high school students Board approves reduced tuition so qualifying dual credit students can stay at KC

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recently held a signing ceremony for some of its top dual credit students to announce details of the new KC Connection Program, designed to reduce tuition costs for qualifying dual credit students who choose to attend KC after high school.

The five area high school students who “signed” with KC at the event were: • Kaitlyn Pearson, Sabine High School (with 24 credit hours) • Austin Huckabee, Kilgore High School (with 27 credit hours) • Paula Vazquez, Kilgore High School (with 15 credit hours) • Charli Marcantel, Kilgore High School (with 24 credit hours) • Tristen Benton, West Rusk High School (with 15 credit hours) The new program was approved March 4 by the KC Board of Trustees.

“We are exhilarated that our visionary Board of Trustees approved this new policy which can be a true game-changer for dual credit students, especially those who might not be able to afford college otherwise,” said Dr. Brenda Kays, KC president.

“Data has shown that, typically, 22 percent of students enrolled in dual credit classes do not continue to any sort of college or university. We want to improve that statistic.

This will be a great monetary incentive so they do not forfeit work completed in their dual credit courses and they can continue

their educational journey and succeed in whatever educational pathway they choose.”

The 40 percent discount applies to the current rate of tuition/fees at KC for any given semester of enrollment. The promise is applicable to student tuition regardless of whether a student is classified an in-district or out-of-district resident.

This tuition discount, combined with opportunities for Federal Financial Aid and KC scholarships, will enable students to further their education with KC at little or no costs depending on the aid award.

To take advantage of this offer, students must meet the following criteria: • Have earned a minimum of 12 semester credit hours of dual credit with KC with a 2.0 or better grade point average.

• Have a declared major with KC and be making progress toward achieving a credential.

• Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic year.

• Complete a KC scholarship application.

• Fill out a KC application for admission or dual credit transition form and meet all KC admission requirements.

• Be enrolled by the fall semester immediately following high school graduation.

• Be continuously enrolled (at least fall and spring semesters) until degree and/or certificate completion. — KCPR

Photos by Jamie Hwang / THE FLARE

Top: Five high school students show off their KC shirts as the newest Rangers. Pictured from left are: Charli Marcantel, Paula Vazquez, Austin Huckabee from Kilgore High School, Kaitlyn Pearson from Sabine High School and Tristen Benton from West Rusk High School Bottom: Tristen Benton (far right) discusses the benefits of pursuing her education at KC with Manny Almanza, director of marketing, (left) and Dr. Brenda Kays, KC president (center) at the signing. Kays’ spoke to how excited she was for the students “to continue to pursue their college goals and dreams through this program.”

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What made you want to become Rowdy?

“The main thing that made me want to become Rowdy the Ranger was something to do, honestly. It was really just a matter of finding myself while being someone else.”

What is your favorite thing about being Rowdy?

“My most favorite thing about being Rowdy has to be the involvement with the crowd.”

What is your favorite Rowdy move?

“My signature worm and the world’s largest hula hoop.”

Does anyone other than friends and family know that you’re Rowdy?

“Of course. Almost everybody who knows me knows that. I think that occasionally they recognize my walks, my movements, my boots.”

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Klynt Raymond / Rowdy

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How did you choose your major?

“My major at KC is doing the straight basics but I plan to attend Texas A&M University in Corpus Christi to be a Photography major.”

What are your hobbies?

“They include hiking, traveling and photography.”

What do you want to do after you graduate? “My dream is to pursue something along the ocean field- be a marine photographer or filmmaker, something like that.”

What kind of music do you listen to?

“My music varies from Disney Princess music to country, to rock, to pop, to death metal, to just about everything.”

Do you have a favorite movie?

“Jurassic Park, the original one.”

What is a normal day for Klynt? “A normal day for Klynt is to wake up, smile and face whatever the world brings for that day.”

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“The main thing that I really enjoy about school events is getting to be out there and getting to have fun with the crowdjust getting everybody pumped up. One thing that I really dislike is that there’s not enough crowd involvement, which is something that we are hoping to change.”

What is a normal day for Rowdy?

“There isn’t one. Rowdy’s days consist of spontaneous, crazy, silly things. Rowdy’s days are just Rowdy.”

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Licensed counselors to train for all addictions Substance Abuse Counseling Program seeks to help patients from all walks of life CARRIE HARRIS StaffWriter

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Substance Abuse Counseling Program will be introduced during the 2019 Fall semester at KC. It will provide the educational foundation required to be a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). Dr. Brenda Kays, KC president and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), approached Tina Rushing, KC’s sociology and social work instructor for the last 19 years, with the need to offer this two-year degree program to students.

Rushing stepped into the new role as the program leader and tackled the paperwork needed for program approval, as well as formed an advisory committee to shape curriculum. “There is a great deal of paperwork associated with the new program start-up and she has done a great job in advancing that for the College,” Kays said.

Rushing added that “There’s not very many of us (LCDC) in East Texas. Only one counselor for every 1,000 individuals in our area,” The KC administration became aware of the need for the Substance Abuse Counseling Program when they met with Management Training Corporation (MTC), a private company that runs the East Texas Treatment Facility. This is a minimum-security prison located in Henderson that houses about 2,500 inmates.

“During our conversation, we learned that they were seeking to increase their workforce and that they provided paid internships for students who had finished their formal education program in substance abuse

BY THE NUMBERS Statistics related to substance abuse and happiness

counseling and were attempting to procure the required practicum hours necessary for licensure,” Kays said. “We also learned that they were seeking to hire additional LCDC.” The Associate of Applied Arts in Substance Abuse degree will provide the educational foundation required to become a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) set by the Texas Department of State Health Services.

According to the KC website, “there will be both face-to-face and online classes as well as, during the last semester, approved offcampus supervised practicum.”

Financial aid will be available through the Perkins Grant for students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree. The website also stated that the grant can include assistance with the cost of fuel, textbooks and childcare. Requirements can be found on the KC website that must be met to qualify.

There are many job opportunities for LCDC’s that include counseling of persons with drugs and alcohol, gambling and sex addictions.

“We will prepare students for any type of addictive disorder, It’s not just substance abuse,” Rushing said.

The job outlook is projected to grow 23 percent in the next eight years. Upon graduation, students will be qualified to work in prisons, in-patient treatment and outpatient treatment facilities and psychiatric hospitals. Some students could be hired where they do their practicum and be able to go to work the minute they graduate.

Rushing added that students must do 4,000 hours of supervised work to be considered an LCDC.

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Healthy people are 20 percent happier than average.

Source: Lifehack.org

Once they get their official license, the pay starts out between $30,000 and $35,000 and goes up from there.

This degree program will help make a difference across the East Texas region as well as here on the KC campus, Rushing said.

Not only will it provide the help many need in professional facilities, but it will benefit students on campus as well, as counselors work to help other students.

“Everyone has something they need to work on. Students might as well get it out while they are here,” Rushing said.

Kays offered advice for someone considering this degree.

“If a student believes that he/she may want to pursue a career as a counselor, I suggest that they learn as much as possible about what the profession requires before making the commitment,” Kays said. “I would advise that they talk with people who work in various mental health agencies/capacities and possibly shadow a counselor on the job.”

Elements to consider before signing up, according to Rushing include: “Individuals must be non-judgmental, must understand what addiction is and not just ‘a problem people can just get over,’ must understand the background of addiction, understand that most professionals believe addiction is a disease, must have the personality to deal with all types of issues, must be open and not narrow-minded, must have a willingness to want to help and must have the ability to have empathy and not sympathy.”

For more information on the Substance Abuse Counseling Program, contact Tina Rushing, Program Leader, at 903-983-8227 or by email trushing@kilgore.edu.

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41.6 students stated anxiety as the top presented concern among college students.

Source: Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

Texas State Requirements for the LCDC License: 1. Complete an associate’s degree which includes 300 hours of practicum experience.

2. Pass a comprehensive written examination administered by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.

3. Complete 4,000 hours of supervised work experience after receiving the associate’s degree.

Career Opportunities for LCDC: n Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals n Residential Care Facilities n Outpatient Mental Health Centers n Health Clinics n Correctional Facilities

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Approximately 80 percent of college students have abused alcohol.

Source: Addiction Center

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KC is redesigning the college to fit you, the student...rather than requiring you to fit us.

- Dr. Brenda Kays, KC President

Focus to Finish

Big changes in store for upcoming semester CATIE DENFELD Staff Writer

8-week courses will be implemented at KC starting in the Fall semester. KC is now wanting to shorten the length of classes in order to diminish the stress levels that come with 16-week courses. Students will still be able to take a full semester of courses, but like summer courses, there will be a Fall 1 and Fall 2, then Spring 1 and Spring 2. Students will still be able to qualify for Financial Aid. Classes will meet Monday through Thursday. Hybrid courses will also be available, which will meet on either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday.

And then, there are strictly online courses.

The KC administration is still finalizing how Dual Credit classes will be handled.

Although classes will not meet on Fridays, the campus will still be open and students will be able to meet in places like the library to study.

“Our prime directive is helping students be as successful as possible in achieving their goals,” said Dr. Mike Jenkins, vice president of student development.

The administration believes this change

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KC is changing its schedule to help you focus on fewer courses at a time and still be full-time and finish on time.

• You won’t feel Overwhelmed • You won’t experience burnout • You will stay on track and manage your time • You will see success sooner • You will be rewarded for doing the right thing...win prizes! will be good for students and make attending classes easier, which is why they adopted a new Student Success Policy at the last board meeting.

Acknowledging the struggles that students go through during a 16-week course, the administration began looking for ways to change the way classes are run at KC. “Looking at what we as an institution could do to be successful, we saw colleges who started this new format,” Jenkins said. “Based on the data from the previous four schools that have taken on this new form of schooling, the number of students graduating increases, as well as the amount of students enrolling.”

Jenkins also mentioned that schools have

seen a decrease in the number of students withdrawing from classes during the semesters.

“I hope students look at Kilgore College and say ‘There’s something different going on here and I want to be a part of it,” Jenkins said.

“Our faculty are really going to be the linchpin of success for the program,” Jenkins said.

Although this is a major change and faculty will have to redesign how they teach, surveys show that the reaction from this change at previous schools is positive and administration and faculty together believe this is something that can work at KC. “We’re trying to get everybody the tools needed to do this,” Jenkins said. One opportunity for training will occur in the upcoming week as full-time faculty visit with staff members from Amarillo College who have already undergone this change to scheduling. These, and other workshops will be useful for teachers who need help re-configuring how to teach their classes before the new academic year begins.

KC will be the 5th community college in Texas to adopt this program and is completely uprooting its whole system to make a change for the students.

“It’s the students from KC that drive our decision-making for anything,” Jenkins said. “This is something that can really revolutionize how we serve our students.”

Arts/math advisors available in April The Arts and Mathematical Sciences advisors will be hosting a drop-in registration table from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Fridays for three weeks in April in the Old Main foyer.

The table will be manned: April 1-5, April 8-12 and April 15-18 (closed Friday, April 19 for school holiday.)

Additional hours will also be available per individual advisor’s schedules. At this time, students can also get Career Maps, degree audits, transcripts and mini or spring schedules printed. They will first need to get a form to give to AMS staff members Schlunda Hall, Becky Hamilton or Becky Johnson, dean.

Any student can take advantage of this opportunity, whether they are college-ready, transfer or developmental.

However, students who are already in a specific workforce program might want to visit with their assigned advisor for optimal efficiency.

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Luminaria Glow Fest at 7:20 p.m.

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NEW LOCAL DES

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Residents rocked by severe storm; th TRAVIS NORIEGA Staff Writer Devastating straight line winds swept through Kilgore Thursday morning March 14. Micah Goodding, KC Theatre director, and his significant other Lauren Ufkes were messaged by the landlord at 4 a.m. informing them that their home was destroyed.

Goodding and Ufkes were in California visiting family and therefore out of harm’s way. The storm brought both a tree and a live powerline down onto their bed.

“It was challenging to know what exactly our needs were at such a distance. The only thing we knew for certain was that we needed a new home,” Goodding said.

Family and friends went over to their house to retrieve any personal items that survived the collapse.

Not sure of what exactly they needed or what they could do, Goodding created a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of finding a new home. By Tuesday afternoon

“The only thing we knew for certain was that we needed a new home.”

- Micah Goodding, KC theatre director

PLACES of Hope

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Parks Fitness Center was among the first facilities to lend a helping hand.

By allowing residents to shower and charge their phones, KC led the way in caring for our neighbors. For more ways to help - consult your local church or civic organizations, Kilgore Emergency Services or Human Resources.

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heatre instructor among the displaced he had received 110 donations, raising over $7,000.

Goodding is extremely grateful for every donation and the outpouring of support from the community including faculty, family and friends, but he is most grateful for donations from former students, for they, “are giving from a place of need.”

Aside from money, several people offered to donate everything from meals, to furniture, to clothing, to offering assistance with moving into a new home. The couple is currently staying with family and friends.

Goodding decided against taking time off as the theatre is preparing to put on the play “Crimes of the Heart.”

As of press time, The GoFundMe was still open.

However, Goodding is certain that he and Ufkes will be able to meet their needs. He encourages everyone to support those affected in Kilgore by the disaster. KC theatre alumni, Janay Peloquin, and her husband also had their mobile home destroyed by the storm. Their campaign can be found on Peloquin’s Facebook page.

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Property was pummeled during a destructive windstorm on Thursday during Spring Break. As students, faculty and staff returned to classes on Monday, insurance adjusters and clean-up crews continued to assess the damage. These were the scenes around town when The Flare staff came back to work.

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THE FLARE

Flare students work through Spring Break beach trip KC Journalism students brought home 21 awards during the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association’s annual competition/convention, held March 13-16 at the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel.

In live competition, Catie Denfeld and Jamie Hwang took 1st place in two-person photo essay; and Hwang also won 1st in News Photography: The Flare staff received 3rd in Best of Show for mid-sized colleges at the event.

In Previously Published – Open Division, The Flare received a 1st in Special Edition Design Online: Christmas 2018. The University of Texas at Arlington got 2nd and Texas A&M College Station finished 3rd in this category. Lucas Strough and Grant Worley received an Honorable Mention for Yearbook Cover Design in the Open Category.

In the other categories, KC competed in Division 3 against the following colleges: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, Texas A&M-Kingsville. Amarillo College, Angelo State, Brookhaven College, Eastfield College, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Tarleton State – JTAC, Tarleton State - Texan News and University of Texas-Tyler.

At 110 years old this year, TIPA is the oldest state collegiate press association in the nation and has grown into one of the largest and most respected collegiate groups in the country.

These were the awards received for work submitted in the Spring and Fall 2018 semesters.

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Individual Winners: Adriana Cisneros Emerson 1st in Op/Ed Page Design Catie Denfeld 2nd in Breaking News Photo 3rd in Feature photo 3rd in Cover DesignNewspaper Andrea Jimenez 3rd in Photo Story Tiffany Johnson 3rd in Photo Story Liza Latham 3rd in Photo Story

Rahsaan Sheppard 2nd in Sports Game Story Lucas Strough 2nd in General Column 3rd in Special Design Print 3rd in Photo Story Allison Taliaferro 1st in Feature Page Design 2nd in Op/Ed Page Design 3rd in Special Design Print

Travis Noriega 3rd in Illustration

Grant Worley 2nd in Feature Photo 2nd in Environmental Portrait 3rd in Photo Story

Alec Reyes 3rd in sports page design

Flare Staff 3rd in Overall Newspaper Design

Lonnie Ross 2nd in Photo Illustration

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WHAT MAKES CORPUS, CORPUS

Two-person Photo Essay photos

by Jamie Hwang and Catie Denfeld

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Top: Maria Garza, 7, and Madison Garza, 10, pose with their mother, Hilary Garza, 31, while Benavides native Rozanne Garza, 53, snaps a quick photo.

Bottom left: Local artist, Jeffery Neel McDaniel, works on a painting of a house near Heritage Park. He is preparing for a painting competition coming up in May in the city of Galveston. Bottom right: Sergio Rodriguez of San Antonio aides his daughter, Daisy Cavender, in removing a fish from her hook during a day of fishing along the seawall.

This was part of the award-winning entry by Denfeld and Hwang.

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KC groups spend vacation time together RYAN WAYNE Staff Writer

A PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE

ager minds and bodies gathered across the nation this Spring Break as the American College Dance Association held their regional dance conferences. Industry Dance Company represented the KC Dance Department at ACDA’s South-Central conference which took place at Texas A&M in College Station. Dance departments from over 20 collegiate institutions performed their own pieces in five different concerts held throughout the convention. At the end of the conference, a group of professional adjudicators select a handful of pieces to perform in a gala on the final night. The various styles and technique levels showcased in the first concert immediately stood out to me, and I was left feeling ready to dance.

Once the first concert was over, I raced to my first class of the day, “Stretch Massage.” In addition to the five concerts, various classes were held, ranging from dancespecific classes like “Contemporary Ballet Fusion” and “Lyrical Athleticism,” to workshops and lectures geared towards dancers’ health and wellness like “High Legs with Healthy Hips” and “Injury Prevention and Nutrition for Dancers.” Once our classes were done for day one, Industry spent our dinner break sharing experiences from each of our different classes. After dinner, we headed back to campus to watch the second concert of the day. As the day ended, we were feeling motivated and ready for the next day.

Day Two began with a “Peanut Butter and Dance Jam” taught by KC’s own Angela Aulds. Aulds began the class by leading us through one of our modern warm-ups, and later moved on to guiding us though a few scores. A “score” in improvisational dance is a set of guidelines

meant to lead dancers to different ways of moving and creating dance choreography, whether they are moving independently or as a group. At the end of the class, Mrs. Aulds told us we would be putting on instant group “performances” using the skills and scores we were taught throughout the class. It was amazing watching complete strangers dance and share the floor together in such an intimate way.

The third concert flew by, and finally it was time for us to shine. We arrived at the theater in time to warm up and prep for our performance. After an hour and a half of waiting, we took the stage, I couldn’t help but feel pride for the work we had put in for this moment. We all definitely felt the nerves, but in looking at my friends as the lights came up, I instantly felt at home and in the zone. Our seven and a half minute piece raced by and suddenly we were back in the dressing room.

The next day began with a feedback session from the adjudicators that watched our piece. The comments and critiques they offered were both constructive and respectful, and I found their feedback to be enlightening.

The eight of us felt relieved after the session, and headed to lunch feeling inspired. We then arrived to the fifth and final concert of the conference that afternoon, which was followed by more workshops and dance classes.

Our last day was spent in the final two classes of the conference, and later the highly anticipated gala. While Industry’s piece did not get into the gala, we were so excited to rewatch some of our favorite dances that had been selected. So much hard work and dedication went into preparing for this conference, and I saw so much growth in both my fellow Industry members and myself.

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March 7-11, the Industry Dance Company (KC’s elite group) attended American College Dance Festival at Texas A&M -College Station. students were able to take classes from other professors and guest artists. Some classes included: hoop dance, contemporary, heels, lyrical athleticism, injury prevention and nutrition. They also premiered their piece “The Magic is in the Mess” alongside 40 other new works from other collegiate programs. Angela Aulds is the group’s advisor.

At the 2019 Phi Theta Kappa Texas Regional Convention, the Gamma Omicron Chapter received the following awards: • All of the officers received induction into the District III Texas Region Hall of Honor for outstanding service to the chapter in exemplifying the four hallmarks of PTK. • The officers received Five-Star pins after completing the Competitive Edge Program while the advisor, Michele Daniels, was recognized for completing the Advisor Program.

• The chapter’s College Project was given an Award of Merit.

• The chapter also won an Yearbook Award.

• Advisor Daniels received both a stole of gratitude from Regional President, Fadi Istelinides and a plaque for recognition of service from Regional Coordinator, Mary Linder.

• Mike Ford, Manager and Kelly Thompson, Technician of the KC Print Shop Services received the “Friend of Texas Award” for community members who have supported the chapter above and beyond.

• The awards can be viewed at the PTK display case on the east end of the Devall Student Center.

Phi Theta Kappa / Special to THE FLARE

Phi Theta Kappa Gamma Omicron Chapter officers, Jose Soto, Longview sophomore, Alec Reyes, Diboll sophomore, Michele Daniels, KC Speech Instructor and PTK advisor, Kourtney Mayfield, Longview sophomore and Jamie Hwang, Seoul, South Korea sophomore attend the 2019 Texas Regional Convention held at the Hyatt Regency North Houston Hotel.

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Lady Rangers head coach Addie Lees gives instructions to her team from the bench during the overtime period.

Lady Rangers defeat Panola in OT 91-88, fall to rival TJC 84-60 CHRIS PENA Staff Writer The Lady Rangers battled from behind to defeat Panola 91-88 in overtime at Centenary College’s Gold Dome.

The victory came after a strong showing in clutch time by KC proved to be the difference in the game.

KC’s Ireneshia Johnson scored six points during the last two minutes of overtime, including a huge three-pointer to give the Lady Rangers an 87-84 lead with 1:08 left in the game. After both teams exchanged free throws, Panola was

able to get within two points after a succesful layup with five seconds left. Feeling the pressure of a comeback with not much time left, Patience Idoko was fouled by Panola and sent into the free-throw line. Idoko knocked down a free throw and with time running out, Panola grabbed the rebound and rushed to get a shot off before time expired.

Ultimately, the Fillies were not able to get a shot as Panola’s Hope Parker stumbled while holding the basketball and created a turnover as time expired.

KC survived a strong

showing from Panola’s Maryia Adashchyk who led both teams with an astonishing 50 points while also adding 13 rebounds.

“When you train for weeks and months, this is what happens,” said Addie Lees, head coach of the Lady Rangers.

“I guarantee my ladies ain’t going down without a fight.”

The Lady Rangers showed great resilience overcoming many runs from Panola, including a 14-0 run to end the first quarter as well as a 12-point deficit in the third quarter.

Needing to score three

points in the final 20 seconds of the fourth quarter to stay alive, KC’s Alexis Popham made a three pointer to tie the game 79-79 with 16 seconds left. It was a much needed boost that helped KC head into overtime where they ultimately earned the victory.

For the Lady Rangers, four players ended the game with double figures in points. Sarah Mgbeike led with 24 points to go with 13 rebounds, Emely Rosario added 23, Johnson had 15 and Popham added 11.

KC players who received Region XIV Honors Lady Rangers

Rangers

Emely Rosario -All-Region, All-

Demiere Brown -2nd team East Zone Darrian Grays -HM East Zone Jordyn Owens -HM East Zone Rodrigue Tha Andela -HM East Zone

Conference, All-Tourament

Sarah Mgbeike - All-Conference Patience Idoko - HM All-Conference

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KC’s Emely Rosario looks for a teammate to pass the ball to while facing pressure from a Panola College Fillie defender.

Rangers squeak past Blinn 69-68, season comes to a halt against Navarro 70-65 Navarro College went on a 17-2 run in the second half and the KC Rangers just couldn’t catch up, losing to the Bulldogs, 70-65, in the second round of the Region 14 Basketball Tournament at Centenary College’s Gold Dome. KC defeated Blinn in round one, 69-68.

Demiere Brown got hot late against Navarro, knocking down two-straight threepointers to get within seven

points, 68-61, but there were only 18 seconds left in the game at that point.

Brown had 30 points in the contest with six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal.

Darrian Grays was also in double figures for KC with 12 points.

KC ends its season at 19-12 overall and 9-9 in conference play.

-KCPR

SPORTS

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FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019 n PAGE 13

Rangers Softball back in full swing

Rangers open conference play with split series against Navarro College Bulldogs

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KC’s Ellanisa Ortiz rounds third base after hitting a home run against Navarro College.

The KC Rangers softball team started the afternoon with a 7-5 win in the opener, but fell 5-2 in the second game to split a Region XIV Conference twinbill with Navarro College on Wednesday at The Ballpark at KC Commons.

Kilgore led 4-0 after one inning in the opening game of conference play, but then fell behind 5-4 before scoring three times in the bottom of the fifth.

Kendyl Dockter, Rowlett sophomore, homered twice and drove in five runs as the Rangers’ offensive leader. Ellanisa Ortiz, Portland freshman, also homered and added a single. Brooke Goynes, Longview freshman, had two hits.

Pitcher Mattie McQuary, Kingwood

freshman, struck out 10 with no walks in a complete-game pitching victory.

In the second game, KC never took the lead, falling behind 2-0 in the first inning.

Their runs came in the second and sixth, but Navarro finished them off with two runs in the top of the seventh.

Nicole King, Graham freshman, doubled and Camille Freudensprung, Lake Jackson sophomore, drove in a run in the loss for the Rangers.

Amanda White, Lockhart freshman, pitched six innings, striking out four and walking two while giving up three earned runs.

-from Staff Reports

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Brooke Goynes, Longview freshman, earns a hit at bat during the first game of a double-header against Navarro College on Wednesday afternoon at the KC Commons. At press time, the Rangers were slated to visit Bullard for a double-header against Tyler Junior College on Thursday.

Upcoming KC Ranger softball games

Fri. March 29 Fri. March 30

Vs. Trinity Valley CC / 1 and 3 p.m.

Vs. Bossier Parish / 1 and 3 p.m.

Sat. April 6 Fri. April 12

Vs. Northeast Texas CC / 1 and 3 p.m.

Vs. Angelina College / 1 and 3 p.m.

Fri. April 5

@ Paris Junior College / 1 and 3 p.m.

Sat. April 13

@ Navarro College / 1 and 3 p.m.

OPINION

PAGE 14 n FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019

YOUR VIEW What makes you happy?

WHAT DO YOU DO TO CHEER YOURSELF UP?

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HOW OFTEN ARE YOU HAPPY?

71%

14% Hobbies Kala Geers

Longview sophomore “Spending time with family and friends.”

30% Hang out with friends/ family

48% Listen to music

WHAT IS YOUR HAPPY COLOR?

8% Shop

Dariann Munguia Longview freshman

“Cats, a good book, homecooked meal, friends.”

Dawson Majors Tatum sophomore

“Reading and writing.”

Dera Caedozo

Kilgore sophomore “Spending free time with my boyfriend after classes — and fries!”

Photo credits: Jon Frazier / THE FLARE

WHAT SONG ALWAYS MAKES YOU HAPPY? Happy(6) • Beautiful Crazy • Rock and Roll • Sweetener • Kiwi • Anything from 6lack, Twenty One Pilots, or J.I.D • Mamma Mia soundtrack • In the River • Kim • If money didn’t matter •Mine • Hymn for the weekend• Drop it like it’s hot • Favorite Song • Low • Can’t Stop the Feeling • I’ll Make a Man Out of You • Unfinished • Chatahooche • Stayin Alive • Love on Top • Juice (2) • Mr. Brightside • All night • 80’s music, classical, todays pop • Can’t Get Over You • Beyoncé’s songs • DDU DU DDU DU • That’s What I Like • Be With You • Flor De Capomo • Upbeat music • Tongue Tied • You Say • Dance With Me • Love story • Sucker • Stacy’s Mom • Girls Like You (2) • Safety Dance • Thankful • Day-O Harry • Aso Ebi • September • Perfect • You Can Call Me Al • I’m Fine • Diana Ross • Christian music • Shake It Off • Ah W Noss • Beautiful Now • She’s Everything • Brand New • What you need • Yeah • Any Avett Brother song • Raise Your Fist • When the Lights Came • Bidi Bidi Bom Bom • Breaking the Habit • Uptown Funk • Funny Business • Boot Scootin’ Boogie • Khalid songs • Doses and Mimosas • Bohemian Rhapsody • Heaven • High Hopes • Walking on Sunshine • Limestone • I smile • Church music • Lonely Weekend •Hablame de Ti • Yellow Submarine • Homeland • Sign of the times • Anything vibey • Travis Scott • Fallen • Baby Shark

Follow us on Twitter @TheFlareOnline to see the winner of the $10 KC Brew gift card!

Survey based on 106 responses from KC students.

11% Lime green 18% Purple

40% Blue

31% Yellow

WHAT IS YOUR HAPPY PLACE? 44% Bed/Home 32% Lake/Beach 1% Restaurant 23% Park/Nature

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OPINION C’mon, get happy!

FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019 n PAGE 15

United Nations International Day of Happiness highlights importance of physical, mental well-being

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n 2012, the first United Nations conference on Happiness took place and the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution which decreed that International Day of Happiness would be observed on March 20 each year. The day was created after the UN recognized happiness as a “fundamental human goal” and called for “a more inclusive, equitable and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes the happiness and wellbeing of all peoples.”

From that point, a World Happiness Report has been generated each year that ranks 156 countries by their happiness levels and 117 countries by the happiness of their immigrants.

These can be found at http:// worldhappiness.report/ ed/2018/.

According to the study, Happiness is based on six key elements that support well-being: income, healthy life expectancy, social support, freedom, trust and generosity. The top five happiest countries of 2018 were: Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Switzerland.

The bottom five were: Burundi, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Tanzania and Yemen.

The U.S. finished 18th in the report — behind Luxembourg but in front of the United Kingdom.

The emphasis this year revolves around “Community.”

As we get immersed in our routines, we often

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LETTERS

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forget to take time to remember the little things where happiness is rooted. Because of this, it is crucial to understand the importance of taking time to focus on what fulfills our souls.

According to the website for International Day of Happiness, “People are now recognizing that ‘progress’ should be about increasing human happiness and wellbeing, not just growing the economy.”

When it comes to remembering our own happiness and focusing on it, it is easy to forget the goal and get distracted by daily obligations.

As a result, the UN allowed the non-profit organization, Action for Happiness, supported by a partnership of

other like-minded organizations, to dedicate this day to reminding people that feeling happy is important to one’s mental health and daily life. As we get busy with our lives, we focus more on just getting through the day instead of on the little things that put smiles on our faces. We should remember the reasons we do things for ourselves and others to put smiles on faces worldwide.

The top three reasons Americans are not as happy as other countries is because of our struggles with obesity, the opioid crises and depression. That’s why it is important for us to learn to make our own happiness, whether that be mentally or physically.

When it comes to mental happiness we might have to work harder to be more positive, but the effort is worth it. Some ways to kick-start the happiness is to enjoy a nice walk, craft, take a vacation, or simply spend time with a loved one. Exercising for at least seven minutes a day can boost your happiness levels.

Getting more sleep also helps your brain be less susceptible to negative emotions.

One study found that spending time outside for at least 20 minutes can boost positive moods and improve your memory.

Finding happiness within can be difficult when being busy/ occupied is the norm.

Some find it easier to be happy once they have

accepted their emotions and made a choice to live in the now. Being present in life can not only make a person happier, but also help them understand who they are as a person.

Once people accept who they are and start making the decision to do whatever it takes to be happy, then it will be much easier to boost their own happiness levels.

When in need of help, find a friend.

Surrounding oneself with joyful people is imperative because happiness is contagious.

If we are aware of the small things that can make us happy, and then share those with others in our community, we will find a home, sweet, home right where we are.

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Entertainment

FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019 n PAGE 16

Captain Marvel Soars Staff writer enjoys latest installment in MCU ALEC REYES Sports Editor

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Image taken from imdb.com

rie Larson stars in Marvel’s first female-led superhero film as the titular hero “Captain Marvel.”

Released in theatres on March 8, the film is the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the first of three films to be released this year by the world famous movie franchise. The next two films on the agenda are “Avengers: Endgame” on April 26 and “Spider-Man: Far From Home” on July 5.

Larson stars alongside Samuel L. Jackson who reprises his role as S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Nick Fury.

Ben Mendelsohn plays Talos-the leader of the alien race Skrulls, and Annette Bening plays both the Supreme Intelligence-the leader of the alien race Kree Empire, and Dr. Wendy Lawson, a mentor to Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel). Jude Law plays the role of Yon-Rogg, the commander of Starforce. Lee Pace reprises his

role as Ronan the Accuser from “Guardians of the Galaxy” and Clark Gregg makes his longawaited return to the big screen as agent Phil Coulson. Marvel Comics co-creator Stan Lee also has a posthumous cameo.

Set in 1995, “Captain Marvel” tells the origin story of Danvers, a U.S. Air Force pilot, who becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between two alien races, the Kree Empire and the Skrulls respectively. In the film, Danvers has to uncover secrets from her previous life on Earth while harnessing her superpowers to end the galactic war.

Facing a huge task being the first female superhero lead film

by Marvel, the film, co-directed

by Ann Boden and Ryan Fleck, had a lot of potential to live up to. Despite the pressure from fans and critics alike, “Captain Marvel” did not disappoint. The film is solid as it’s been praised

for its acting, action and for the fun ride it takes the audience on.

Some argue that the film isn’t as exciting as other MCU films, but it makes up for it with an intriguing story about Danvers and her journey to becoming Marvel’s most powerful hero. The film evokes 1995 with nostalgic references throughout including product placements, fashion trends and music. The film follows through with an element of surprise as there is a plot twist that unexpectedly changes the outcome of the movie. As always, “Captain Marvel” includes subtle “easter eggs” in reference to other MCU films and comic books.

At the time of this review, “Captain Marvel” is 2019’s top movie as the film has grossed over $779 million worldwide according to Box Office Mojo.

Keeping with the Marvel tradition, there are mid-credits and post-credits scenes at the end that are worth the wait as they give clues for what’s bound to happen in future films.

Kilgogh Arts Festival

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Starting at 7 p.m. on March 29 in historic downtown Kilgore the KilGogh Arts Festival is returning for the seventh year. The Art & Wine Exhibition is held in the Texan Theater and Old Post Office on S Kilgore St. Tickets are $25. This event will provide attendees with an evening of art, entertainment, as well as food from the Culinary Arts program and wine tastings from local East Texas wineries. Don’t worry if you can’t decide which piece to buy. Come back on Saturday, March 30, when the art exhibition is open for free to the public from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.