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Vol. 81, No. 19 Serving Kilgore College since 1936

April 13, 2018

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EVELS is the annual two-hour variety show produced by the Rangerettes, the prestigious dance-

drill team at KC. The show features solo and group dance numbers, singing and music.

This production is the highlight of the spring semester for the internationally known Rangerettes.

Buy tickets in the box office of Dodson Auditorium. The lobby will open an hour before each show.

Showtime on Wednesday through Saturday nights, April 11-14, will be 7:30 p.m. A Saturday matinee will begin at 1 p.m.

Tickets are $25 each and seating is reserved. For telephone orders, call 903-983-8179 (with a credit card).

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Cover: Erin Ellis performs a solo during “Be Present in the Moment” of Act 1.

Clockwise from top: Officers dance to “Learn to Let Go”; the Rangerettes express themselves through dance to “Believe in Humanity”; Madeleine Lindholm and Oddalys Salcido hit their mark during their number in the first act; dancers stay in step during “Follow Your Dreams” - the number before intermission; Kandace Tuttle enjoys her moment to live life on stage; Rangerettes in their classic uniform perform their traditional “Rangerette Extravaganza” during the finale of Revels; Natalie Poss tries to “Find Time to Relax” as she leaps across the stage in Dodson Auditorium.

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Act By Act Far Right : Hallsville sophomore Rangerette Jordan Allred prepares to perform “The Greatest Show” number.

The Sophomores share a moment “To Be a Part of Something Unforgettable” as the evening comes to a close.

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Greatest Show: The ‘Rettes leap towards the sky while performing a routine from “The Greatest Showman.”

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The 778th Line ‘Rettes use props to perform “The Greatest Show.”

The Rangerettes perform their Broadway routine “Follow Your Dreams,” choreographed by J.T. Horenstien and former ‘Rette Madeline Doerr.

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Alexa Blair, left, sits with her mom, Dana, and Ryan Wayne, far right, sits with her mom, Shelley, during a re-creation of a family photo taken in 2003.

Like mother, like daughter Rangerette directors instruct daughters in once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the organization JAVIER ORTA Staff writer

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angerette directors Dana Blair and Shelley Wayne have been side-by-side for the last 25 years, leading the Rangerettes through football games, parades, international appearances and Revels performances. This year, the two add “Rangerette Mom” to their repertoire of shared experiences.

Alexa Blair, Dana’s daughter, made last year’s group as a member of the 77th line. Ryan Wayne, Shelley’s daughter, joined as a freshman this year. The two have shared days of dance recitals, sleepovers and childhood memories, but tonight they share the stage as teammates during the Rangerettes’ two-hour variety show held each spring — Revels.

The two grew up understanding the Rangerettes were a strict, well-disciplined organization with world-wide fame. They knew of the team’s long practice hours, in all kinds of weather. But Alexa, a former Longview High School Viewette captain and now a Rangerette line officer, was willing to commit.

“She was pretty nervous about trying out, but was absolutely willing to put in all the hard work and was not afraid of the discipline,” Dana said.

Alexa, as a child following her mom around with a clipboard, embraced the experience.

“I have been around Rangerettes my entire life. I could not imagine starting my college career any other way,” she said.

“I do feel like it is more challenging sometimes.

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there is a little more pressure on me to be good at everything, and I must earn and truly deserve everything I am rewarded,” Alexa said. “Even though (my mom) watches the whole team, she is also always watching me.” Ryan, a twoyear captain for the Kilgore High School High-steppers, said she has wanted to be a Rangerette “since I was about 3 years old.”

“I have always looked up to the Rangerettes, and I wanted to inspire others the same way they inspired me,” Ryan said. Going to the head choreographer for advice has never been a problem for the life-long dancer.

OPENER OPEN THE DOORS OF POSSIBILITY………..……………………………………………..RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: ANGELA AULDS AND SHELLEY WAYNE

ACT I - CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT TO LIVE

“With my mom as my director my whole life, if I ever wanted extra help or guidance, she offered it to me,” Ryan said. “As I got older, I went to her a lot more with dance needs. Now I just get even more guidance and help with dance, it’s just in the form of a correction at practice.”

Even though there are 72 women on the Rangerette line, working with their moms every day is still special.

“I love seeing my mom at practice because it feels like I never really left home,” Alexa said.

“Most people never get to see their parents that often in college so I

“I have been around Rangerettes my entire life. I could not imagine starting my college career any other way.”

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am very blessed by the situation.”

Ryan enjoys working with her mom because, “we are very similar in how we think and how we both expect Rangerettes to operate.

I can almost predict what she’s going to say to us before she says anything.”

And in the dorms, they’re just like sisters — and just like their teammates.

“They understand the camaraderie of the team and they don’t act any differently than the other girls,” said Shirley Arredondo, the Gussie Nell Davis Residence Hall house mother, who remembers them growing up in the organization. “They are just like the other young women who live here — amazing dancers, awesome young ladies.”

ACT II – LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST THE GREATEST SHOW …………............................................…………..…………….…RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: MISSY SUMPTER

SEEK ADVENTURE...…..……............................…...........................................…………RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: AFTON BEADLES

BE CONFIDENT AND FEARLESS…..............................................……………………….RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: AMANDA WHEELAND

BE PRESENT IN THE MOMENT……..........…...…...…...…...…...…...…...…………..……….ERIN ELLIS

EXPLORE THE WORLD………………………………………………………………….…..RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: BRITTANY HUNTER

BELIEVE IN HUMANITY…….………………………………..…......................……………RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: ANGELA AULDS AND ALYSSA GOZA

EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED ………………………………………........…………………..RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: KALI BOYD

FIND TIME TO RELAX………....................................................…SARAH BARNS AND NATALIE POSS BE A LIGHT...................................……………………….....……………..………………..KRISTIN LOPEZ DON’T LOOK BACK…….............……..........................…………………..…FRESHMAN SWINGSTERS CHOREOGRAPHY BY: LAUREN CAFFEY MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT ……….....................................……….SOPHOMORE SWINGSTERS CHOREOGRAPHY BY: TRACIE STANFIELD

THE MEANING OF LIFE.....................……………………...……......………FRESHMAN RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: TAYLOR GREER BE A PART OF SOMETHING UNFORGETTABLE ………………………SOPHOMORE RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: LEXIE DRENNAN AND KATIE QUINN

BE UNIQUELY YOU………………....................…………………………………….……LAUREL DARWIN SPECIAL VIDEO PRESENTATION BY JESSICA HALE LEARN TO LET GO………………..................................………………………RANGERETTE OFFICERS CHOREOGRAPHY BY: AFTON BEADLES FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS………..............................................…………………………RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: J.T. HORENSTEIN AND MADELINE DOERR

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THE RANGERETTE EXTRAVAGANZA……………………........………………………..…RANGERETTES CHOREOGRAPHY BY: SHELLEY WAYNE

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FACE IN THE CROWD

Justin Gipson

Hometown: Benton, KY Age: 33 Major: Automotive Technology What made you decide to come to KC? My girlfriend lived here and I wanted to do the Automotive program. Kilgore College has good reviews and this is a fantastic program.

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What is the most valuable/ important thing you have learned at KC? Honestly, the fundamentals. This program really filled in a lot of the gaps in what I knew and what I didn’t know.

What are your plans after KC? A diesel tech program will be the next step. I also plan to study welding here or maybe back in Kentucky. Eventually, I would like to end up working in agriculture or in a field where I can use what I learned here.

What do you like to do in your free time outside of class?

Bowfishing. Also, I’ve always been enthralled with performance stuff, I’ve always enjoyed working on engines ever

since I was a little kid. That’s one of the reasons that I ended up here.

How do you feel about being awarded the Student Spotlight in recognition of your positive attitude, strong work ethic and leadership role in the Automotive Technology program?

I was surprised, really. I was just expecting to come here and get the concepts, basically. Then I began to excel in the program and did well.

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n Kilgore’s Relay for Life will be held 4-10 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at R.E. St. John Memorial Stadium.

This annual event raises money for cancer research.

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n Relay for Life participants can purchase a Luminaria for $5 to remember a loved one. Call Laura Mulanax at 903-983-8183 for more info.

n The annual KC

Crawfish Boil will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, April 19 in the Mike Miller plaza.

Finals time is here again Use these tips to improve performance, reduce stress and anxiety QUAN LE Staff Writer The final weeks of a semester are extremely important because this is the point in time when students still have chances to change their final grades.

According to an article from Utica.edu titled “Seven Signs It’s the End of the Semester”, students pay more attention in the final weeks of a semester than in the middle.

The end of the semester is coming, essays are almost due, there are final exams to study for and there is no more time for procrastination. Here are four simple tips which can help students get ready for the end of a semester effectively.

1. Plan to work harder.

The last month of a semester is a special time which students can use to get prepared for final papers and exams. Along with studying, reviewing previous lessons is important because final exams include all the knowledge studied, not just the information in the final weeks. Now is the time to pay more attention in class and complete assignments because instructors give a lot of important information in these last weeks. Plan to work harder

as soon as possible to avoid getting tired of work.

Kenitra Gillas, Longview sophomore, said, “The best advice for preparation for the final is to start studying at the beginning of the semester. I know what I have been studying from the beginning, so I don’t feel nervous about the final exam. Teachers usually do the review before the test, so the only thing I have done in the preparation is to focus and study.”

2. Avoid procrastination.

Most students procrastinate at least once in their life. However, the final weeks are not the time to procrastinate.

Assignments and test preparation take a lot of effort and procrastination could destroy your efforts even though you have a great study plan.

A good way to avoid this is to spend an hour a day studying for the upcoming test instead of cramming as much as possible the night before.

According to insidehighered.com, “Antiprocrastination habits can also help students manage the many competing priorities in their busy schedules as well as help us all remember what’s really important in life.”

3. Keep motivated ‘Final exam’ sounds scary

KC Theatre to present “Good Kids” The KC Theatre Department will present the drama, “Good Kids,” by award-winning playwright Naomi Iizuka.

It tackles the effect of social media gone wrong in modern-day high school.

The play is set for 7:30 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday, April 26-28, with a matinee performance 2:30 p.m.

Sunday, April. 29.

General admission tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students and $5 for KC students with a student ID. Discounted ticket pricing is available for groups of 10 or more.

Some portions of the play are inappropriate for

children. Children under the age of 8 will not be admitted. Late arrivals will also not be admitted.

The box office will open one hour prior to each performance.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.kilgore.edu/ drama or by phone at 903983-8126.

For more information e-mail the KC Theatre Box Office at boxoffice@kilgore. edu.

The play is produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

and stressful, but it is not that horrible if we know how to maintain motivation.

Students can be excited at the beginning of a semester, but that excitement can decrease toward the middle and disappear at the end.

Lack of motivation leads to distraction and anxiety, which puts students behind in their efforts. Remember, your education is valuable and will bring you the life you want. You must study, especially for the final exam.

“This spring semester is shorter and the test is coming fast. I am stressed out but it is not that bad because I’m getting ready,” Ambrosia Glover, Longview sophomore said.

4. Make your health a priority.

Do not forget to treat your health carefully because you can’t do anything with a weak constitution. Do not over-study and remember to eat something and have a full night’s sleep. Besides that, take a break and do some exercise to refresh your mind for effective results.

According to the dailynebraskan.com, “Exercising improves circulation, which increases oxygen to the brain. The more oxygen your brain receives, the more effective you’ll be at mental activities, like studying.”

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Embrace principles of self-care to protect mental, physical health during stressful weeks ahead CLAIRE FENG Staff Writer Over-working, cutting back on socializing and even skipping meals are things we often do to meet the goals, tasks and appointments on our jam-packed calendars.

More often than not, it takes a wake-up call to notice the toll this kinds of lifestyle takes on our lives.

“Self-care is vital to personal happiness, in all kinds of situations,” said Jennifer Quine, the mental health counselor at KC. “There is self-care at work, in romantic relationships, in friendships, within your family and in your personal mindset of life. We are in control of our own selfcare,”Quine said.

Self-care, just like it sounds, means taking care of yourself, but the definition varies for everyone. It may be a way to escape from reality or a reward for accomplishing a goal. But for Quine, it is building a life that she does not have to regularly escape from and taking care of herself both physically and mentally.

“Self-care will only work when the ‘care’ works for you,” Quine said.

“After a long day at work, talking with people, making

important part is figuring out why you need care, then deciding what works in what situation. To start off, a playlist called ‘The

“Self-care is vital to personal happiness, in all kinds of situations,” - Jennifer Quine, mental health counselor at KC. schedules, looking at degree plans, being an advisor like I am, self-care at home might be to sit quietly for a while and not talk or answer questions,” Quine said.

Nonetheless, self-care has some negative side effects.

For example, rewarding yourself after completing your research paper with online gaming is perfectly acceptable. But gaming for endless hours that affects your studies or work is irresponsible. “We may find ourselves rationalizing risky, unsafe, destructive or even useless behavior in the name of ‘self-care’,” Quine said. “There has to be a balance for it to work.”

Self-care comes in all kinds of formats, but the most

Importance of Self-care’, including ‘making stress your friend’ and ‘owning your body’s data,’ on Ted. com could serve as an introduction in ways to take care of yourself. Talking to a counselor about the underlying reasons behind wanting to escape is also a way for self-care if feeling stressed out.

“Whether it’s with risky behaviors or just a need to reduce stress and find a way to care for yourself,” Quine said, “we are here to help.”

The Counseling Center is located on the second floor of the Devall Student Center in Kilgore and in the Hendrix building at KCLongview.

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KC Chorale to deliver message of hope, optimism Multiple vocal performances scheduled at high school, museum, church in Louisiana ADRIANA CISNEROS Staff Writer The KC Chorale will deliver a message of optimism in New Orleans Thursday, April 12 through Sunday, April 15.

On Thursday, they will make a stop at Sabine High School before performing later at the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.

On Friday morning they will be at the World War II Museum and later at Loyola University.

Finally, on Sunday, their performance will be at the Lakeview Presbyterian Church.

Twenty-two members of the Chorale will perform in New Orleans.

“We are delivering a message of hope and unity.

We, along with Dr. Marshall, picked songs that would fall into that category,” Julia Fulgham, Kilgore freshman, said.

“When students look back on their time at Kilgore and think of these trips, I want them to see them as really good opportunities to

make good memories,” Dr. Zachary Marshall, director of the KC Chorale, said.

“You think about the grind of rehearsal every day and perfecting the music, but then when you get to take it out, there is something about that shared experience that all of you are in this together, and I think that is memorable for them. I expect the audiences to really appreciate the work that students have done.”

“I really expect to make a lot of new memories with people I have become very close with,” Carson Owens, Longview sophomore, said.

“I have done something I have never done before; I’ve given the students the opportunity to reflect on the theme of One Voice, One Vision, A Declaration of Hope. I asked them to submit reflections to me and some students will be reading them out loud during the concert,” Marshall said.

“When I check my social media, there is a lot of negative comments everywhere so I feel as

though our music could be, through this kind of program, an opportunity to express the idea of bringing community together,” Marshall said.

In regard to the “One Voice, One Vision, A Declaration of Hope” theme, Owens said “Of course it’s a message of unity and giving hope, but also, I really think that it’s a message of crossing barriers of preferences and lifestyles, and crossing them with hardships that we’ve shared as human beings; of being able to relate to each other because of them, of letting people know they are not alone. To me, it’s more about crossing cultural borders with a sense of comradery.”

The KC Chorale once again shares their values, principles and thoughts with others who are part of our society. They will use the power and unity that comes from music to share a message of hope, a message that, through unity, compassion and empathy, things can get better.

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KC Chorale members perform at the 50th Anniversary Chorale event in February.

“Our music could be, through this kind of program, an opportunity to express the idea of bringing community together.”

- Dr. Zachary Marshall, KC Chorale Director

Movie Night coming to Plaza There will be a showing of the hit movie “Justice League” on Monday, April 23 starting at 8 p.m. or as soon as it gets dark.

The movie will be shown in Mike Miller Plaza and popcorn, drinks and snacks will be served so bring your friends and get ready for an awesome night! Admission is free for students, staff and faculty and everyone is welcome.

This event is being held with support from all around KC. The following clubs and organizations will be helping out with the event: Movie Licensing - Baptist Student Ministry Tech and Facility - Student Government Association Drinks - Maniacs Popcorn - The Flare Snacks - Phi Theta Kappa, Game Club Setup - Sigma Kappa Delta Tear Down - Stark and Quad Resident Assistants

KC Board taking applications Applicants have until April 30 to apply for two vacant trustee seats Kilgore College is accepting applications until 5 p.m. Monday, April 30, for two board appointments to fill the vacant seat of the late James Walker and the seat of Bob Heath who is retiring.

Heath represents the South Zone, Voting Unit #1, Place 7. The remainder of the term for this seat lasts until May of 2019 when a regular election will be held for that seat.

Voting Unit #1 includes Leverett’s Chapel, West Rusk and Overton independent school districts.

Walker’s vacant seat is Voting Unit #2, Place 2, North Zone (Gladewater, Sabine and White Oak ISDs). The remainder of the term for this seat lasts until May of 2021.

Applicants for the two seats will be reviewed by a board subcommittee that will recommend an appointment for consideration by the full board.

According to board bylaws, any vacancy occurring on the KC Board of Trustees through death,

resignation or otherwise, shall be filled by a special election ordered by the board or by appointment by resolution or order of the board. Appointees will serve until the next regular election.

Each member of the board must be a resident, qualified voter of the district and must take the proper oath of office before taking up duties of the board.

Anyone interested in being appointed to serve in one of these two vacant board seats can submit a letter of interest to Nancy Law, located in Office 100 on the first floor of the Stewart McLaurin Administration Building on the Kilgore campus.

Office hours are 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday; and 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:45 p.m. on Friday.

To receive forms by mail or e-mail, call Nancy Law at 903-983-8101 or e-mail: nlaw@kilgore.edu.

More information is available at www.kilgore. edu/board.

Find the Ranger!

Locate the hidden icon of a Ranger inside an article or infographic (not in a photo or an ad), in this week’s issue of The Flare. Send us a private message to our Facebook or Twitter account (TheFlareOnline) and be entered into a drawing for $15 in Ranger Bucks to be used at campus establishments.

Congrats to Alex Knox on finding the Ranger last issue!

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Thurmon selected as All-American

Lady Ranger named NJCAA First-Team All-American, first All-American for KC since 1995-96

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Jade Thurmon, Ferris sophomore, dribbles the ball down the hard court during a game against rivals Tyler Junior College.

Thurmon was the top-scorer for the Lady Rangers this past season.

Jade Thurmon, the nation’s leading scorer this season and standout player for the KC Lady Rangers, has been named a First Team AllAmerican by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Thurmon, a 5’6” shooting guard from Ferris (TX), played two seasons at KC where she led the nation in minutes per game (34.8), free throws (159-293), points (745) and points per game (23.3) her sophomore season.

She was also third in the nation in assists (151) and steals (88).

She recorded five doubledoubles and two tripledoubles during the season, scoring a season-high 45 points Feb. 21 versus Paris Junior College.

Thurmon capped off her sophomore season by scoring 37 points in the conference championship game March 10 against San Jacinto College-North.

She played in 32 games and scored 15-or-more points in 31 of those contests, scored 20-or-more points in 19

games and 30-or-more points in six contests.

Thurmon was also named Most Valuable Player in Region XIV. She helped lead KC to a 21-11 record and a top30 national ranking by defeating nationally ranked Panola College during the season and beating No. 15 Trinity Valley Community College in the Region XIV semifinals. TVCC made it to the national championship game in the NJCAA National Tournament in Lubbock, but lost 69-51 to Tallahassee (Fla.).

Her freshman season at KC, she was named CoFreshman of the Year, AllRegion and All-Conference.

Thurmon has committed to play basketball next season for Iowa State University.

Head coach of the Lady Rangers is third-year head coach Anna Nimz. Assistant coaches are Chris Godfrey and Mike Simmons.

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Previous All-American Lady Rangers 1987-88: Pam Hudson 1988-89: Cheron Wells 1990-91: Regina Wright 1991-92: Tina Malone 1992-93: ShaRhonda Reynolds 1993-94: Saudia Roundtree 1995-96: Jackie Hodnett (Evelyn Blalock was the head coach for each of these Lady Rangers.)

Sun’s Out, Fun’s Out KC football has commenced spring practices in preparation for the 2018 season. Narrowly missing the playoffs the previous season, the Rangers will look to improve on their 5-4 record in hopes of earning a playoff berth and possibly a conference championship. KC will begin the season on the road at rival Tyler Junior College at 7 p.m. Saturday, August 25 at the newly remodeled Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium.

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Top right: KC offensive coordinator Willie Gooden watches as quarterback Dakota Michaels performs a passing drill during practice Wednesday afternoon.

Right: KC head coach J.J. Eckert instructs his players before evening practice Wednesday afternoon at R.E. St. John Memorial Stadium.

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YOUR VIEW

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How do you personally express your creativity or artistic ideas?

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Executive Editor Lucas Strough Managing Editor Allison Taliaferro Assistant Editor Lonnie Ross Copy Editor Sarah Redford Features Editor Lisa Harris

“Creativity is a vague concept. I think the question really is how do you see yourself really, and how do you express it. I personally enjoy music such as classical, pop, folk, French language. Whoever I feel like I am can be portrayed.”

Sports Editor Alec Reyes Staff Writers Adriana Cisneros, Cassidy Daniel, Claire Feng, Tony Gore, Jamie Hwang, Quan Le, Nelda Milligan-Turner, Javier Orta, Keaton Shelley, Rahsaan Sheppard, Chris Williams, Yasmine Wilson

Christian Mata Henderson sophomore

“Many people don’t realize that art is in everything...”

“I like to express my creativity by making crafts, writing poetry, and planning my outfits and hair.”

Rachael Lindsey Kilgore sophomore

Art

“I love interior design, so I always decorate my friend’s and loved one’s houses and parties.”

Rita Ugoh Dallas sophomore

“I practice swordsmanship and piano. I lift weights as well, but what I find my heart in the most is preaching the Gospel.”

Troy Ezell Kilgore sophomore

KC has many great programs when it comes to fine arts. Theatre, band, choral activities, dance and instrumental studies are all offered here. The liberal arts of literature, philosophy, mathematics and social and physical sciences are also on the curriculum. Visual arts are represented by advertising and graphic design, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and journalism.

Art, according to The Oxford Dictionary, “is the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.”

Having art programs in school has benefits that help students experience and see another view of life. It offers a break from a heavy degree program by reducing stress. It allows for creativity. It

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sponsor the seminar “Ballin’ On A Budget.”

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also helps students become more intelligent, as art is thoughtprovoking.

“It allows for students to read critically, write cogently and think broadly,” according to Princeton. edu.

On the other hand, these programs can be expensive, with upkeep of buildings, equipment, supplies and wages added to the cost of productions and the latest technology. The programs can be time-consuming and there are no guarantees of employment or income after graduation. Art is subjective. It is all in the eye of the beholder.

What do we do if we lose these programs here at KC? In the K-12 system, when schools lose federal, state, or tax property funding, they tend to cut the arts programs first.

What happens at the college level?

Schools work on budgets.

After this semester ends at KC,

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BBVA Compass bank came and spoke to me and other students in attendance about how crucial it is to save money.

The one tip that I’ve heard over and over again is to carry a small amount of cash wherever you go.

The reason being is that you limit yourself to how much you may want to spend that day, week or

month. Also, even if you end up losing your wallet somehow, you won’t have to worry about an entire fortune of money being lost. Hate to jinx myself, but I’m really glad that this hasn’t happened to me yet. I hope it stays that way. By the way, don’t try and come looking for me in hopes of taking away my hard-earned cash. Just kidding.

A fairly new trick that I was told recently is to keep receipts. Yes. Keep those annoying long pieces of paper that shows how much money you spent.

I see this as extremely helpful since I NEVER keep them. Well, that’s about to change. Keeping receipts is helpful in the sense that whether we use cash or debit/credit, that piece of paper can show you how much you spent.

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the Commercial Photography program, along with Drafting and Surgical Tech programs are being discontinued. This decision was made by the Board of Trustees in June 2017. Could there be more cuts? Anything is possible.

What can we do to keep these programs? We can contribute money to the arts. We can stay informed. We can express our views if there are talks about getting rid of any programs. We can invest our time by attending performances.

Several art showcases are happening throughout the month.

From the Piano Duo concert, Spring Vocal concerts, and a Twirling contest, to a Guitar Ensemble concert, a Jazz Band Concert, a theatre production of “Good Kids” and the Rangerette Revels.

Choose an activity and exercise your option to support art.

Stay on the ball with your budget College is expensive. No doubt about it. Whether it’s the cost of tuition, housing, meal plans, or all of the above, we can all agree that college is expensive.

To combat expenses, students may work a part-time job to support themselves.

However, many students do not work through college and only stay focused on their schoolwork. I’m part of the latter, and living on a budget away from home can be difficult at times.

From personal experience and tips I’ve learned from others, I will give you a heads up on how to combat expenses.

Recently, I attended a seminar that was held on campus regarding savings, budgeting, and financing.

The Student Government Association and Baptist Student Ministry helped

Photographers Maria Cabrera, Whitney Ervin, Grace Garcia, Brooke Harris, Lonnie Ross, Keaton Shelley, Kori Stroud, Lucas Strough, Gabriel Wade, Mary Williams-Smith, Yasmine Wilson, Grant Worley

If you’re reading this and you’re currently a student at KC, eat out less and avoid fast food. Why am I saying this to you as I am also a student? Because there’s so many other options besides spending at least $5 at McDonald’s or any other fast food chain in Kilgore.

If you’re on a meal plan, use it to your advantage!

Be sure to eat the meals your plan provides. Not doing so is a waste of money. There is a buffet in the Ranger Cafe along with many other options such as pizza, salad and cereal. The Grill offers hamburgers and other sandwiches.

Tuesday through Thursday, the campus student ministries each provides a free lunch regardless of beliefs. You may want to highlight this next

sentence. The ministries and free food days are as follows: Baptist Student Ministry on Tuesdays, Wesley Foundation on Wednesdays, and Tri-C on Thursdays. You could save a lot if you try this.

I know the Back Porch does this, but there are some restaurants nearby that provide student discounts. Use that as an advantage too.

I could go on and on just to help another broke college student out, but these are the tips and tricks I believe will be a big help to combat tight budgets and save money in the long run.

Alec Reyes is a Journalism major from Diboll. Don’t try to take his cash but if you’re going to the Back Porch, he would like a cheeseburger.

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PAGE 6B n FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018

Alma Cedillo / THE FLARE

Nick Sullivan, Gilmer freshman, and Julia Fulgham, Kilgore freshman, view the student work exhibited in the Anne Dean Turk Fine Art Gallery.

Student artists fill Anne Dean Turk Gallery with talent The KC Student Spring Exhibit showcases Photography, Art, and Advertising/Graphic Design major’s work created during this year’s courses. The show will run through the end of the semester.

Media used includes watercolor, oils, ink, mixed media, digital, clay, acrylic and photography.

“Over a dozen photographs, and more than fifty paintings,

sculptures and 3-D wall hangings were produced for the show, from the three departments,” according to Larry Kitchen, art program director. “Freshmen and sophomore student work is included in the show with paintings and soft sculptures such as: ‘Sean Otter’ by Sarah Orr, ‘Revealing Self Portrait’

by Devares Hayter, and ‘Robin Williams’ by Visual Arts Club

President LeAnna Latham.

O. Rufus Lovett, KC photography instructor, enjoys sharing his students’ work each year. “This exhibit offers the viewer a variety of art genres that are taught at KC and provides students a venue to exhibit their art that has reached beyond the obvious fundamental craft and has explored aesthetic and emotional reactions to the subjects they have chosen to

explore,” he said.

Carolyn Fox-Hearne, KC visual arts instructor and director of the Anne Dean Turk Fine Arts Gallery, also relishes viewing the students’ improvements.

“I am always amazed with the talent that goes through our doors.

Each year, I think ‘Wow, what a show!’”

Some of these pieces of art competed in the UT Tyler art

competition and won scholarships.

Joemanuel Carpio won a $2,000 scholarship, and Suzanne Ayres, Katy Webb, and Jewel Hart each won a $1000 scholarship.

“My hat is off to the fabulous faculty that inspire these students. Thank you O. Rufus Lovett, Larry Kitchen and Coy Lothrop. You make my job as Gallery Director an easy one,” she said.