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WHAT REMINDS YOU OF HOME? Photos and Story by: Sarah Morales
Below: Lisa Lopez, Freshman Necklace “I made it for me and [my boyfriend] Gerard because it would be something we’d both have no matter the distance."
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Left: Aamyra Augustine, Freshman Dominican Flag “My mom sent it to me to remind me of where I come from.”
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Front Cover: Christopher Moreno, Freshman Stuffed Animal “I have a lot of plushies at home. This chipmunk squirrel is my favorite”
Right: Ciara Lillie, Freshman Pancake Pancake is my 15 year old stuffed animal. My grandpa gave her to me, she’s super old.”
Above: Emma Mendez, Freshman Cross “My great grandma made it for me. She passed away recently, so it means a lot to me.”
Above: Megan Batey, Trull Senior RA Stuffed Animal "My Omie gave to me a Christmas or two after my other grandmother passed away. And its important to me because he makes me feel like I'm hugging my family when I feel lonely."
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Above Ian Holacka, Freshman State of Texas “My girlfriend made it for me and it’s freakin’ cute.”
here are a total of seven speed bumps T that are scattered along the
mile-long loop encircling the campus. Measuring three inches tall and twelve inches wide, speed bumps of this size are not common in this area. Although the speed bumps are not numerous, students and staff have plenty of complaints.
History
Installed two years ago, these speed bumps were initially intended to be preventative measures against reckless driving and potential vehicular accidents. The initial movement to install the speed bumps was led by a group of students, who believed something needed to be done about speeding around the loop.
Despite the complaints about the inconvenient measures, Officer Flores is convinced that the speed bumps are necessary to keep the campus safe for both pedestrians and drivers alike. “We used to clock drivers going as fast as 50 miles per hour,” Director of Security Officer Daniel Flores said. “There are always those who complain, but these speed bumps are really a lot better than the speed humps we used to have.” What Officer Flores refers to are the improved asphalt speed humps that the campus had created many years before. The difference between bumps and humps is about five inches higher on the humps, and the scrapes from these can be harder. On campus today, we have speed bumps. Continued on page 3
Right: Brooke Segner, Freshman Rock “It says Fredricksburg on it, I bought it because thats my hometown.”
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The Schreiner Experience: Explained Story By : Jacob McCanlies
According to Bill Muse, Vice President for Administration and Finance, the Schreiner Experience is designed to “enhance the experiential quality of academic programs” in a way that is a direct reflection of the mission of SU. This means that the Schreiner Experience takes the value of an ordinary college degree and transforms it into something unique, personalized, and otherwise differentiated. Employers are no longer
looking for technical skills alone. In order to land an exciting and lucrative job, today’s college graduates must have it all: technical skills, interpersonal skills, leadership skills, global awareness, a service oriented mindset, and a host of other diverse talents. The Schreiner Experience establishes an infrastructure which allows students to obtain such a plethora of abilities and experiences, therefore allowing Schreiner students to have more competitive advantage when
competing in the job market against students from other schools, and sets them up for a more successful career overall. In fact, the Schreiner Experience is a direct response to the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) research which shows that colleges and universities that focus on “high-impact practices,” such as study abroad, service learning, vocational discussion, etc., produce students that are Continued on page 4 more
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Questions or Comments About The REVEILLE? Editor-in-Chief KATIE BISHOP
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Are these "killer" speed bumps so bad?
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religion. from a diverse list of “Occupational hazard. influences, including Story By : Nate Aubin You get over it,” she said. shamanism, druidism, and While stone circles and “People fear what they don't other ancient religious druidic chants might know.” practices. Bruce makes it seem like relics of past, a Schreiner, on the other clear that while her faith is new form of paganism is hand, has been a more frequently misunderstood, alive and well at Schreiner welcoming environment. Paganism is peaceful and University. Bruce has been able to earth-centered. In addition to the wide openly discuss and practice “We work with Mother assortment of Catholic, her religion without Nature,” she said. “We Protestant, and Jewish backlash. follow under five different faith groups on campus, “So far, elements. We the interfaith community everybody's follow under is gaining a new element of spirit, water, pretty "Occupational been diversity. This semester, the earth, fire, accepting,” she school is playing host to its and air.” said. hazard... first Pagan-oriented RSO. The Rev. Gini Being People fear Shelby Bruce, the group's Pagan hasn't Norris-Lane, leader and founder, is campus minister always been what they excited about starting a and a leader in easy for new worship community. don't know" the interfaith Bruce. In Currently, the organization the past, she community, is has approximately 15 also looking has faced members and counting. forward to frequent While Bruce is a fully interacting with this new persecution. certified high priestess in group. At one point in high Celtic Wicca, she emphasizes school, she found the word “It's an opportunity for us that everyone in the group “witch” scratched into the to learn from one another,” will be treated as an equal. side of her car. But she she said. The modern Pagan According to the Rev. hasn't let others discourage movement draws inspiration her from practicing her Norris-Lane, there are
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between 10 and 14 active religious RSOs on campus, the largest being Catholic Student Ministry. She recognizes that interaction between the groups might be tense at times, but she also points out that college campuses are naturally thought-provoking environments. “It's scary when people believe different things,” she said. “I would hope that on all parts, there would be both a humility and a curiosity as well as occasions for people to really engage in deeper conversation about the similarities and differences between their faith traditions.” The Rev. Norris-Lane also states that interaction between practitioners of differing religious backgrounds can be beneficial to both parties. “Having an honest conversation from another faith perspective has often
deepened my own faith,” she said. “I don't give up my faith in that, just like they don't give up their faith in that.” While the new Pagan RSO is still awaiting the final green light from Angie Bauman, Director of Student Activities, Bruce intends to start meeting later this semester. Religious ceremonies will be held at each full moon. Additional gatherings will be held on special holidays such as the Samhain, a fast-approaching festival of ancestral remembrance, Halloween traditions, and the celebration of the start of a new yearly cycle. She emphasizes that the new group isn't just for confirmed Pagans. The organization also welcomes the spiritually undecided and members of other religions who are interested in learning more about Paganism.
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With the number of school shootings on the rise since the start of the new millennium, many citizens have begun to rally against the 2nd amendment. No matter the size or location of the group, you will find supporters of both sides, and Schreiner is no exception. "I think fake guns should be fine as long as they have an orange tip," Lauren Farmer, a freshman, said regarding the policy. Dylan Huser, a new member of the
shooting team, agreed with Lauren on this. Officer Danny Flores, Head of Campus Security, believes the current policy is practical and safe for both students and staff. Flores was quoted saying, "If you have a conceal carry license you can leave your weapon in your car." He later went on to explain that the most common infractions that security deals with are parking violations, raising the question of if we are in
any real danger at all. Mr. Flores believes that nothing is wrong with the weapons policy as it currently stands. Recent changes to the policy regarding pepper spray have cause concerns for both students and parents. “I think that sometimes an officer can’t get there soon enough, and we should be able to defend ourselves in a manner that might not permanently harm our attacker, but does let us get away,” Maricella
Garcia, a freshman, said about the ban on pepper spray. However, Huser also said, "I think the gun policy is good as it is,” and that, "Knives and pepper spray aren't taken seriously enough." Pepper Spray not only immobilizes but has the potential to kill its victim if a significant amount is inhaled. Continued on page 7
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Schreiner Up in Arms? continued from page 2
This is how the weapons policy currently stands:
Currently Banned Weapons Paintball Guns BB Guns Stun Guns Slingshots Pellet guns Air guns Dart guns Ammunitions Hazardous chemicals (including pepper spray)
Facsimile (Fake) firearms Martial Arts weapons Knives (other than state law-approved pocket knives) Bows and arrows Crossbow Explosives Any item used or displayed in a threatening manner
Most items listed are understandably banned; however, some such as facsimile firearms are a little more controversial. Farmer later mentioned that she wished there was a place to play paintball on campus. As for rifles and other hunting equipment, campus security provides a secure safe for storage. These items aren't
WHY I'M GLAD I FAILED:
and the Student Assessment Team (SAT), a campus resource by which members of the university can report illnesses, probably believed health. But perhaps there is student behaviors of concern. the only way to end the pain an intrinsic reason for us to Nonetheless, I believe a peerwas to end their lives. I know support those who struggle support group would augment because I, too, saw no end in with psychiatric diseases, the services already provided sight during my depression. and that is our obligation, as and serve as safe-space for You see, I am a survivor of a a community, to look after those struggling with mental suicide attempt. all our members. Certainly illness, or simply worried Mental health did not in Kerrville, a town that has about their emotional health, concern me until I was gained a reputation as a place to express their feelings and diagnosed with bipolar of transformation for those concerns, as well as report disorder. With the help of battling substance abuse, there improvements in their moods. my therapist, I not only is no reason not to help those My experience learned how to manage my with mental with peerdisease, but also came to illnesses, and all support groups "...by the time the realization that I am not the reasons for is almost you finish reading the only one dealing with it. After all, as is uniformly this article, one. In fact, in the U.S. often observed, positive. I alone, more than 45.9 million “the chain is no approximately learned from people are affected by mental stronger than its seven people will others what illness. And many of these weakest link.” worked for have committed psychiatric diseases, including It is in suicide somewhere them, what did schizophrenia and bipolar this spirit I not, and applied in the world..." disorder, often manifest recommend their strategies themselves in college-age the creation to my disease. adults. Moreover, one in five of a mental Moreover, I discovered that Americans suffers from a health peer-support group at the disease equally, if not more psychiatric disease, costing Schreiner. True, we already so, affects loved ones of those the country more than $300 have student supports, both with mental illness. I found billion in treatment, lost in the form of the counseling a group of people with whom wages, etc. In short, it makes services at the university’s I could not only identify with economic sense to put our Health & Wellness Center, but count as friends. My hope financial resources into mental directed by Ms. Kim Woods, is that others would find the
The Case for a Mental-Health Peer-Support Group at Schreiner Story By : Jonathan Fletcher
Wealth. Fame. Family. Robin Williams had it all, or so it seemed until he took his life on August 11. Plagued by depression and drug addiction, which Williams talked about openly in his comedy routines, the actor succumbed to the demons with whom he struggled so long. Perhaps the most tragic aspect of Williams’ death is the fact that he who brought so much joy to others apparently found little joy himself. However sad Williams’ passing, he is unfortunately not alone in his decision to take his life. In fact, by the time you finish reading this article, approximately seven people will have committed suicide somewhere in the world, and countless others will have attempted to take their lives in what are termed failed (or nonfatal) suicide attempts. These individuals, who in all likelihood were suffering from treatable mental
necessarily banned from campus, they just can't be stored in your dorm or car. Unless you have a concealed carry license, in which case they are permitted to be left in your car.
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same in Schreiner’s mental health peer-support group. Even if you yourself are not suffering from a mental illness, maybe your family member or friend is. A couple of years ago I was struck by a poster I saw while entering William Logan Library in which a student is pictured, with the following words superimposed on the photo: “I’m glad I failed,” referring to the featured individual’s failed attempt to commit suicide. The poster was part of a public-awareness campaign sponsored by The Trevor Project, a nonprofit focused on preventing suicide among LGBTQ youth. Although aimed at a specific group, the poster may as well have been targeted at anybody who has tried to end their life. Even at Schreiner, where failure is frowned upon, there is one thing at which you, as students, should never apologize for failing, and that it is taking your own lives. Nothing is worth that. I, of all, should know. And yes, I’m glad I failed.
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Your New Student Government Association Story and Photo by: Adele Robinson
#SUHulk @mrrileysmiley
#SUIronMan @austincrain9
#SUHulk @maikenzy_rose
Become a Schreiner Superhero at the MFC! Story by: Delaney McKee Photos from: Instagram and University Archives
"Pick a team. Stay on track. Succeed."
These are the motivational words on the advertisement for the Schreiner Superhero Program. What exactly is the new Superhero Program at the MFC? Riley Bonilla, Coordinator of Wellness and Group Fitness, helps explain it all. Bonilla uncovers how there are 4 different superheroes (Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, and the Hulk) at the MFC, and each one stands for a different workout. The program is not necessarily a competition, but a way to advertise getting fit on social media sites such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. It seems that not many students have learned about the Super hero Program yet.
When searching hash tags on Twitter and Instagram, few related pictures and comments pop up. When students come to the MFC, they should feel proud of their workout and want to show everyone how far they have come. Why not add some fun to the workout with a little social media? Bringing the Superhero Program into effect will help add some fun and social media to the different workouts offered, helping to motivate students and boost confidence. To get a better understanding of the program, Riley gave a quick example, stating if someone went to the powerlifting class he coaches in the Hot Box on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the person could take a picture and post it on Instagram with the hash
tag “#SUHulk,” meaning that he just worked on his strength and power. Riley’s workout is not the only free fitness class available at the MFC though. Other classes such as CrossFit, yoga, and spin can contribute towards the Superhero Program even though the classes do not work on the same parts of the body. The varieties of classes also work with separate superheroes. While the Hulk hash tag is #SUHulk and stands for strength and power, the other superheroes represent different aspects of exercise. Thor’s hashtag is #SUThor and he symbolizes building muscle. Captain America’s hash tag is #SUCptAmerica and he embodies athleticism. Last but not least, Iron Man personifies
cut and tone, and his hash tag is #SUIronMan. With an assortment of workouts to choose from, the superheroes can cover them all. The next time someone goes to the MFC and works out, he should consider the Superhero Program and tell the community what he is doing. From Instagram to Facebook to Twitter— whatever media sites are being used, the Superhero Program could spread like wildfire if students get involved. Staying fit can be fun with the help of a friendly little (big) superhero like the Hulk or Captain America. Which superhero will you choose the next time you visit the MFC?
#SUHulk @mrrileysmiley Advertisement from the MFC
Freshman Senators:
Rea Ibinson Tori Flores Anne-Marie Bullock
Sophomore Senators:
Audrey Oswalt Shayla George
Junior Senators:
Marc Harst Jenny Pinson
Senior Senators:
Sarah Carlyle Jalen Wiseman
School of Liberal Arts Senator:
Joseph Plachno
School of Professional Studies Senator: James McClelland School of Math & Science Senator:
Lauren Seveney
Graduate Student Senator:
Seth Huerta
At-Large Senators:
Grace Dupriest Blake Brougher
More Than Just a Whisper Story By: Jasmine Mendez
Greeks Unite! For some time now, Greek organizations have gathered in the Quad for their “Letters Ceremony.” This ceremony is a time for Greeks to show off their organizations and have bonding time. Due to recent renovations and the “growth of nature,” as Jasiel Hernandez of Chi Phi humorously stated, the sororities and fraternities were no longer able to interact with each other the way they could before. They were separated, scattered, some would even say isolated. In order to solve this predicament the Inter Greek Council (IGC) met up and brainstormed a solution. According to Ariana De Leon of the Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority “IGC is
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he newly elected Student Government Association (SGA) has plans to make a memorable year and promising future for students of Schreiner University. The SGA wants to truly represent the student body and will start with immediate actions that the students will be able to see. One of the first things they want to implement is getting silverware moved over to the salad bar. While this may not be a huge problem solver, it is a way to show the student body that the SGA is interested and actively working to solve problems on campus. The second project in the works is to get the back door of the library unlocked. President McCanlies wants the SGA
to undertake matters that “make student life better at SU.” Schreiner SGA wants to become an organization that leaves a legacy and focuses its attention on the campus and the students that attend Schreiner University. One of the biggest things SGA will be addressing is what to do with the building that currently houses the Campus Ministry. President McCanlies would like to raise funds ($20,000.00) to turn it into a coffee shop where students can hang out with their friends, listen to live music, and display their art. All profits from the coffee shop would be allocated to RSOs. President
McCanlies also suggested that the coffee house would give students a chance to put their majors to real work. For example, Accounting Majors could audit the coffee house’s books. Perhaps you have an idea that will help improve campus life for all of your peers—now, and in the future. One suggestion heard around campus is a center that commuter students could go before, between, and after classes to relax, study, and interact socially. Another is a daycare for those students and staff that are parents. This could also be a way for our students that intend to be teachers to get some experience. If you have any suggestions to make student life better contact one of the Student Government members listed here.
where each president of a recognized Greek organization comes together with the Greek advisor The Executive Officers of 2014-15 SGA in the photo left to right are: Hayley Morrill, Vice President; Shelby Spenrath, Speaker of the Senate; Megan Batey, Secretary; Carleigh Hammond, Judicial Board Chair; and to discuss any issues, Jacob McCanlies, President. Not pictured: Charlie Nunez, Treasurer. concerns, or suggestions that will improve Greek just a whisper,” as Ashley Students residing in Flato Commons between the life as a whole.” Rodriguez of Delta Phi and Delaney, however, CCAC Building and the During one of these were a different story. Their Epsilon proudly stated. Diner. meetings, the Greek The event was definitely dorms are on either edge of Ashley Rodriguez assures presidents came up with a sight to behold and the CCAC field, and they us that “The move from the the plan to kill two birds apparently hear. Aside got a front row seat to all field to the commons was with one stone by moving from the students that the action. more of an experiment.” their letters to the Cailloux When the cheers started at participated in observing They had hosted the 7:30 p.m. students admitted the traditional Greek ceremony there in the past, Campus Activity Center’s ceremony, the dorms had and it was the one spot (CCAC) Field. In doing so, to having been startled or on campus that gave the they were able to once again frightened at first. But once their share of indifferent resident as well as residents they glanced outside to see “greatest Greek unity.” reunite with their fellow displeased with the new what all the commotion Jasiel Hernandez believes Greeks and advertise to location. was about, it sparked their that it is the greatest thing the surrounding freshman interest. Some even took There were complaints to “promote Greek life dormitories. filed to the Student the time to see the whole as one instead of just When asked about the Activities Board, but no ceremony through. focusing on one fraternity effect the Letters Ceremony The new location allowed more than you could count or sorority,” and his fellow had on their day-to-day on two fingers. the different Greek Greeks agree! The Greek lives, the majority of Nevertheless, the Greek organizations to advertise organizations' main focus Faulkner residents exhibited to the incoming students organizations did decide is to always show pride and that Greeks are “more than to move their letters to the always have fun! indifference to the event.
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Demystifying the Schreiner Experience
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prepared to enter the working world, and are ultimately more successful. The Schreiner mission statement, which has long preceded the Schreiner Experience initiative, places a special emphasis on high-impact practices when it promises to prepare students for “meaningful work and purposeful lives in a changing global society.” But in order to recognize the value in this, it is necessary to explain some of the most common myths and misunderstandings about the Schreiner Experience. Contrary to word around campus, 100% of the Schreiner Experience fee is budgeted for. According to Helen Wilhelm, the Budget Manager for SU, roughly two-thirds of the money goes to cover the
costs of textbooks. For each individual student this is about $660. Because the fee covers two semesters, the cost of textbook rentals is about $330, which means that a student taking 15 hours gets his/her book for only $66, assuming each class requires one textbook. According to a nationwide survey, the average college student spends $1200 on textbooks each year; therefore, the textbook piece of the Schreiner Experience alone provides a significant value for SU students. The other third of the $1000 fee goes to fund to offices of Meaningful Work, Purposeful Lives, and Changing Global Society which, when properly utilized by students, can add a great deal of competitive
advantage for the Schreiner student. The continuing value of the Schreiner Experience comes from these three resources. Meaningful Work will enable students to more effectively secure significant internships and other practical experiences that will make SU students more desirable for employers. This initiative will also develop a Meaningful Work Certificate which documents all of these experiences, providing evidence of the increased value of a Schreiner education. Purposeful Lives focuses on service learning and community services by centralizing all of the campus resources that exist to this end. According to Noelle Avenmarg, the Director of Purposeful
Study Abroad Broadens Students’ Horizon Story By: Garrett Myers
Welcome to Schreiner University! SU’s proud motto “Learning by heart” is enthusiastically carried out by students and faculty on our beautiful campus nestled in the Kerrville Hill Country. However, what is a Mountaineer to do when the heart yearns to see the world? Well, have no fear! Schreiner offers all its students a study abroad program that has been going strong for over 20 years. This has led to countless students being able to take exciting trips to amazing countries such as England, France, Spain, and Italy! Dr. Sonja Lind,
Coordinator of the Changing Global Society Program, knows all about the amazing opportunities that travel has to offer SU students. These trips let you experience another country’s storied culture, gain a better perspective on how the world works, and build friendships with your fellow students and locals that will last a lifetime. If all that was not enough, you also acquire ultimate bragging rights among your friends over who made it the farthest from Kerr county! The study abroad programs offer all this and
more as Lind was excited to explain. She also made a point that going on a study abroad trip has the potential to change a student’s life in beautiful ways. There is much excitement buzzing amongst the students who are going on the Florence, Italy trip this upcoming summer. Mckenna Blackstone, a freshman whose interest in studying abroad was one of the main reasons she became a Mountaineer, expresses her eagerness about traveling abroad. “Seeing Italy in movies and pictures isn’t the same as traveling abroad,”
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Lives, “this means that students will get more return on their investment by way of more chances to serve through on-campus events…and through off-campus activities.” By providing service learning activities, students add a unique and desirable life experience and skill set that will contribute to their brand as a diversely skilled and widely knowledgeable individual. Lastly, Changing Global Society fosters students’ competitiveness in a world that is increasingly global by providing travel opportunities that are subsidized up to 70%. Every college graduate everywhere leaves with a degree and some experience, and that alone does not often prepare the graduate for success in
that you will make friends Experience. The Schreiner quickly as you bond with Experience is a one-time your fellow classmates, and offer for the university to that the traveling professors pay up to half of a student’s offer great advice on what to traveling expenses for any pack. Wouldn’t want to forget available trip. Make sure that umbrella when the rain to stop by Lind’s desk in in Spain falls mainly on the Student Services at the plain! Now, you may be thinking “I would love to go study abroad, but I could never afford it!” However, Schreiner University has provided a way to help alleviate some of the financial pressure in the way of the Schreiner Changing Global Society Logo
today’s world. At Schreiner University every graduate will not only have a degree but also an experience that is unique and differentiated, providing them with more competitive advantage than their non-SU peers. This is an experience like no other. This is an experience that no one else has. This is the Schreiner Experience. Myth: The Schreiner Experience fee is $1000 per semester. Truth: Actually the fee is paid in the fall and covers the entire year. No one will pay a Schreiner Experience fee in the spring. Myth: The Schreiner Experience only covers the cost of textbooks. Truth: Not only is the cost of textbooks covered by the Schreiner Experience, but three significant student resources (the offices of Meaningful Work, Purposeful Lives, and Changing Global Society) are all 100% funded by the Schreiner Experience. These programs will provide Schreiner students with opportunities and resources necessary to acquire the diverse and unique skill set that employers are looking for, making an SU degree more valuable.
she said. “By using my Schreiner experience I am able to witness something spectacular.” Similar praises were sung by sophomore Holly Molenaar who is on her second trip with study abroad. Molenaar’s first trip included visits to the beautiful cities of London, where she braved the Myth: Only some of the Underground, and Paris, Schreiner Experience money a city whose culture she is budgeted for. loved almost as much as their delicious crepes! Along Truth: 100% of the Schreiner Experience fee is budgeted for. with expressing her joy (See article for details) over traveling abroad, she provides insightful advice to first timers who may be nervous. She guarantees
CCAC for more information on available financial aid. All in all, Schreiner’s study abroad program is the best way for a Mountaineer to get out and experience a whole new world without having to fork over any appendages. These trips can serve as a sturdy platform for great memories to be made, to have an adventure of a lifetime, and to open up opportunities for career options down the road. Come on down and sign up before this ship sails and you are left hanging back in Kerr county counting deer.
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While installing the speed bumps have resulted in lower vehicle speeds, other observations have been noted by the campus community. One such concern is the effect of the speed bumps on the emergency response of campus security to emergencies around campus. “In case of any emergency, the bumps will not keep us from responding quickly and efficiently,” Flores said. Another effect that has emerged over time is actual physical damage to lower vehicles, especially on undersides and car suspensions. “There’s damage to the bottom of my car from them,” sophomore Callen McCauley said. Employee commute in the slow moving, iconic campus buggies has also been lengthened. Employee Christie Escamilla has been working on campus since before the bumps were installed.
However, a large majority of the students voiced negativity towards the preventive “The travel time for us around the loop is quite longer measure, many using profane than it used to be,” Escamilla remarks in regards to them. said. “Also, bumps are Solutions definitely more intense for us than for a car.” Many students have called “You really have to slow for a removal of the speed down to impulse or the bump bumps altogether, while others is going to hit really bad,” suggested changing the speed employee Louisa Carrington bumps to a less extreme style. said. “But the bumps help “A solution would be us be more noticeable on the sidewalks, if what we were road. People don’t speed past worrying about was pedestrian us like they used to.” safety,” junior Alyssa Martinez However, the speed bumps said. have deterred some from using the campus as a shortcut In fact, sidewalks along the through Kerrville, which can campus loop have already been be considered a benefit. proposed and approved. These “There has been a lot of will be installed in about two thru-traffic eliminated, which years. helps with monitoring the Among other possible campus safety,” Officer Flores solutions and changes said. mentioned were lowering the “They are annoying, but speed limits all over campus, really helpful,” freshman as well as the installation Marissa Falls said. of more stop signs at “Inconvenient” is what intersections and parking lot Dr. Kiley Miller calls the rather- new speed bumps. entrances and exits. “Compared to before, it is not “What we do need are more much longer to get around speed bumps between the campus,” Dr. Miller said. Moody Science Hall and Pecan
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A survey of about 60 campus members including students and staff found that over threeGrove,” said Officer Flores. fourths of those participants Until then, students and are against the speed bumps. staff may continue to petition Of the student commuters for a change in the methods and others who drive on of vehicle reglation on campus campus daily, 77% were while the routine thumps against the speed bumps, and clanks continue to sound and 23% were for them. Of the on-campus residents about the campus. and those who walk the campus more than drive, 79% were against the speed bumps, and 21% supported them.