Mustang Magazine Volume 6, Issue 9

volume six | issue nine | september 2011

DLT Student

Philip Pham

How he plans to use the skills he’s learned in the Dental Lab Technology Program to help others. [pg. 12]

CineSol 18th Annual Film Festival Robert Beltran of Star Trek Voyager makes a special appearance at TSTC Cultural Arts Center. [pg. 18]

Student Guide

Your guide to everywhere you want to be on campus. [pg. 09]

Credits LAYOUT DESIGNER

Patr ick Rodriguez

CSMT

ILLUSTRATOR

Paola Constante

DMDT

DESIGNER

Laura Amaro

DMDT

EDITORS

Melani Zuniga

Coordinator of Publications

Dental Laboratory Technology

Ker i Gutierrez

Photo by: Freddy Rodriguez, Desktop Publishing Specialist

Director of Marketing

STAFF WRITER

Dave Ralph

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Communications Writer

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OCTOBER DEADLINE

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1902 N. Loop 499 Harlingen, TX 78550 1.800.852.8784 www.harlingen.tstc.edu

TSTC Harlingen is a two-year higher education institution emphasizing courses of study in technical education for which there is a demand within the state of Texas.

Equal opportunity shall be afforded within the Texas State Technical College System to all employees and applicants for admission or employment regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age or disability. TSTC will make reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.

Contents ON CAMPUS 04 Campus Events Calendar 05 From Your SGA Vice President 09 Student Guide 16 Soldier’s Blog COLLEGE RESOURCES 06 Financial Aid Resources 17 Valley Metro Routes 22 Student Health 23 Intramurals

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SPECIAL FEATURE 11 Chocolate Covered Bananas Recipe 12 Student Feature: Philip Pham 14 Silver Spurs Dance Team ENTERTAINMENT 13 What’s New? 14 Community Events Calendar 18 CineSol 18th Annual Film Festival 21 New LRC Releases

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S E P T E M B E R C AMPUS EVEN TS

Welcome Week

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Guys Night Out

Labor Day Holiday “No Gain, No Pain” Weight Loss Program Registration 06-09 Welcome Week 08 Wellness and Sports Center Open House 12 HigherOne Refunds 13 Volleyball Begins 14 Housing Orientation & Block Party 16 “No Gain, No Pain” Weight Loss Program Registration Deadline 05 06

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Constitution Day Hispanic Heritage Celebration Last Day to Drop with a Refund

(15-week semester)

Student Leadership Conference Guys Night Out Second Installment Payment Due Emergency Tuition Loan Due Last Day to Apply for Graduation

Hello Mustangs!

A L ETTER FRO M YO U R S G A V I C E PR E S I D E N T The month of September is going be such a joyous time for all students. I would like to congratulate all the students who graduated on August 19. May all graduates go on and do great things.

Remember where you started and don’t lose your dream.

leaders you can be. My favorite event of the semester, “Guys Night Out,” is going to be on September 26. Who’s ready for some Monday Night Football and pizza?!

As for myself, I would like to thank you for letting me serve as your SGA vice president for this term. It has been an amazing time working with my team and with the best students on campus. We here at Student Government strive to help all students in any way we can. My team and I would like to wish each and every Mustang out September is going to be an action-packed month filled there a great fall semester! with events for all you Mustangs. First up we have Welcome Week which is September 6 through 9. So get If you have concerns, suggestions, questions, or need ready to join a club and come by the SGA Office to meet information please stop by the SGA Office in the Student your current SGA officers. On September 21, come Center, Room 122, or contact us at 956.364.4343. On behalf of 2011-2012 Student Government Association, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at SGA’s “Fiesta.” fair winds Mustangs!

For all clubs: Remember to send your officers and Sincerely, members to the Student Leadership Conference on September 24. This event will help you become the best

Shwaun Dizayee

Check out TSTC’s student clubs!

Free snow cones! Meet your administration!

Variety of luau games and performances!

Meet your SGA officers! Free cake and punch!

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FINANCIAL AID

STUDENT GUIDE TO INFORMATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

To avoid de-registration from classes ALL students should pay by 3PM on August 24, 2011. Students must pay in full or make payment arrangements after registering for any semester.

FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY Only courses that the student has registered for by September 13 will be considered for financial aid eligibility regardless of the start date of the course (i.e. August 22 or August 29). Please note only courses in the student’s degree plan will be eligible.

CLASS SCHEDULE

15 Week Semester: August 29 - December 9, 2011 On-line classes start and end dates may vary.

Where can I find out how much aid I have or what my balance is?

Don’t wait in line! Log in to WebAdvisor and check: https://my.tstc.edu/portal/main.html You can access your financial aid, registration, grades, payments, schedule and the registration statement.

When will my funds be transferred?

Funds will be transferred to pay for tuition10 days prior to the start of the class to the student’s TSTC account, not the TechOne Card account.

Enrollment status will determine how much is released.

Example: students registered for 6 credits beginning of August 29 and 6 credits beginning September 29, will have only half of Pell released 10 days prior to the August 29 start date. The other half will be released for tuition payment 10 days prior to the September 29 start date. The release of funds is only to the student receivable account, not to the TechOne account.

When can I purchase my books using Financial Aid?

Purchase your books using your Financial Aid August 22 - September 3.

Take your student ID card and a copy of your registration statement to the bookstore to purchase your books Print your statement using WebAdvisor.

When will my balance be refunded after tuition and housing is paid?

Student Receivables Department will refund balances September 12 after 7PM to the TechOne account.

Credit balances will be released after fees are paid and if the student is eligible based on enrollment, class participation, SAP, and if other eligibility criterion is met. Credit balance refunds will be transmitted to the TechOne Card. Activate your TechOne card at: www.techonecard.com.

I am on financial aid warning or suspension. When will I know my new status for the fall?

The summer 2011 grade process will be completed approximately August 23.

New financial aid statuses will be updated then.

What do I do if I need to drop a class?

Students are required to initiate changes to their schedule.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm the schedule and make necessary changes by the deadline.

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Important Links

TSTC Student Responsibilities: www.harlingen.tstc.edu/FinancialAid/Students_Responsibilities.aspx

Additional Dates & Deadlines: www.harlingen.tstc.edu/FinancialAid/CriticalDates.aspx Class Participation Students who do not attend class will lose financial aid eligibility. Class participation is required to remain eligible for financial aid programs. Students are responsible for dropping classes that they do not need or want.

Deadline for Fall 2011 Direct Loan application is September 28, 2011

First time Federal Direct Loan borrowers will need to attend a pre-loan counseling session before you can complete the loan process. http://fas.harlingen.tstc.edu/moodle/

Graduating Fall 2011?

Fall 2011 TSTC candidates for graduation, who have borrowed a Direct or FFEL loan, are required to complete a loan exit counseling session before graduation. www.nslds.ed.gov.

Students flagged as a No Show in one or all their classes will not receive a refund until the no show and enrollment flag is resolved.

Disbursements for new borrowers are scheduled 30 days after the semester first class day. Funds will be transmitted to the students Student Receivable Account, then the Student Receivable Department will transmit remaining funds to the TechOne accounts, after payment of tuition and housing.

Degree plans and financial aid.

What’s the connection?

Review financial aid standards of academic progress at: www.harlingen.tstc.edu/financialaid

Financial aid and veterans benefits recipients must meet attendance requirements.

September 17 is United States Constitution Day. Check out the links on the Financial Aid Web page.

Financial aid will pay for classes required by the student’s program of study. Review your degree plan to avoid additional charges or financial aid deductions.

Congratulations to all of the Fall 2011 candidates for graduation!

Contact us if you have any questions.

Texas State Technical College Harlingen Office of Financial Assistance 956.364.4330 financial.aid@harlingen.tstc.edu

TSTC Harlingen Federal School Code: 009225

Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8AM-5PM Customer Counter is open from 5-6PM Friday 8 a.m. 5 p.m.

Saturday, 8AM -Noon (Closed holiday weekends)

Equal opportunity shall be afforded within the Texas State Technical College System to all employees and applicants for admission or employment regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age or disability. TSTC will make reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.

This information is available in an alternative format by calling the Support Services Office at 956.364.4520.

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Student Guide IMPORTANT OFFICE HOURS AND CONTACT INFORMATION LRC

Cool Room

ID Center

Game Room

Bookstore

Student ID Center | 956.364.4352 Monday - Friday: 8AM - 5PM Game Room | 956.364.4352 Monday - Friday: 9AM - 5PM Cool Room | 956.364.4352 Monday - Friday: 9AM - 5PM eSpace Cafe | 956.364.4352 Monday - Friday: 9AM - 5PM

Cafeteria / Dining Area 956.364.4450 Monday - Friday Breakfast: 7AM - 10:30AM Lunch: 11AM - 2PM Check out the weekly menus in the Mustang e-Blast.

Wellness & Sports Center 956.364.4340 or 956.364.4341 Monday - Thursday: 8AM - 9PM Friday: 8AM - 2PM

Learning Resource Center 956.364.4608 Monday - Thursday: 7:30AM - 8PM Friday: 7:30AM - 5PM Saturday: 10AM - 4PM Sunday: 1PM - 4PM College Bookstore | 956.364.4441 Monday - Thursday: 7:45AM - 5:30PM Friday: 7:45AM - 5PM

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Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) Under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the following is designated as directory information and may be made public unless the student desires to withhold all or any portion of it: name, local address, classification of coursework level, enrollment status, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of college attendance, degrees, certificates and awards received and most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student.

A currently enrolled student may prohibit the release of directory information by completing an appropriate request form in the Office of Admissions and Records during registration or within the first five (5) class days of each term. Under the Privacy Act of 1974, official records are not open to the public and will not be divulged without consent from the student.

Minors attending the college have the same right regarding their records as adult students.

If a student is still a legal dependent of a parent or guardian, the parent has the right to access the records of the dependent student provided the parent can establish this dependency as defined by the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, section 152. This request must be made in person at the Office of Admissions and Records by providing a copy of the most recent federal income tax return and required picture identification.

TSTC Harlingen complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and informs students of their rights under the act. Student’s rights covered by the act are as follows:

1. the right to inspect and review the academic record.

2. the intent of TSTC Harlingen is to limit the disclosure of information contained in a student’s academic record under the following circumstances: a. with the student’s prior written consent; b. as an item of directory information which the student has not refused the college to disclose; or c. under the FERPA provisions which allow a college to disclose information without the student’s prior written consent.

3. the right of a student to consent to the release of semester credit hours taken at other institutions to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

4. the right of a student to petition TSTC Harlingen to amend or correct any part of his/her academic record which is believed to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student. When the college decides it will not amend or correct a student’s record, the student has the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student.

5. the right of any person to file a complaint with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act Office, Department of Education, Family Policy Compliance Office, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605, if TSTC Harlingen violates the FERPA.

If you have any questions concerning disclosure of information, contact the Office of Admissions and Records at 956.364.4320.

CAREER SERVICES

New Toastmasters Club at TSTC TSTC is starting a chapter of Toastmasters on campus.Visit our booth during Join A Club Day on September 6!

Joining Toastmasters, will give you the confidence you need in a variety of areas, both personally and professionally. As a result of joining and actively taking part in Toastmasters, you will:

SUPPORT SERVICES

The Support Services Office has moved.

• Learn to communicate more effectively.

• Become a better listener.

• Improve your presentation skills.

• Increase your leadership potential.

• Become more successful in your career.

• Build your ability to motivate and persuade.

• Reach your professional and personal goals.

• Increase your self-confidence.

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We are now located in the Tech Prep Building at the end of Oak Street.

Chocolate Covered Bananas Need a snack while watching your favorite flick? This easy recipe will take care of that!

Chocolate Covered Bananas RECIPE AND PHOTO BY

Aileen Pagola, CA

Ingredients

• 8 medium bananas, peeled • 8 wooden Popsicle sticks • 32 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chips • Desired toppings: nuts or coconut

Line a sheet pan with waxed paper. Cut off the end of each banana. Insert a Popsicle stick into the cut-end of each banana, pushing the stick halfway in, leaving out the other end to use as a handle. Place the bananas on the sheet pan and freeze one hour.

Snack Mix

Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally. Dip banana in the chocolate and turn to coat completely. Roll the dipped banana in the desired toppings, transfer to the sheet pan, and return to the freezer. Once frozen, store the bananas in an airtight container.

Ingredients

• Almonds, cashews, walnuts, peanuts or pecans • Dried raisins, cranberries or apricots • Whole-wheat pretzels • Favorite cereal

Directions

Directions

In a container, combine nuts, dried fruit, pretzels and cereal. This makes a quick and easy snack to take anywhere.

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STUDENT FEATURE

Dental Lab Technology

Philip Pham

We talked to Philip Pham about how he plans to use his skills learned in the Dental Lab Technology Program to help others. Interview Interview by

by Melani Melani Zuniga Zuniga What made you choose to go into the DLT Program?

My brother-in-law is in the DLT Program. He showed me how a lot of the work is done and that sparked my interest to join.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to work for three years and then pass my Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Exam.

Then I want to open my own dental lab.

What’s your favorite class?

Maxil Facial. It’s the process of making facial features for people who may have lost an eye or ear for any reason.

What do you like to do for fun?

I like to play sports. My friends and I also like to create our own scavenger hunts. We come up with ideas and then pull a few out of a hat. It’s fun to do on a weekend.

So DLT students can make objects for more than dental purposes?

What is your advice to current and Once you know how to work with and mold future students?

Know what you want to major in and stick the materials, you can make anything. to it. If not, you’ll just be wasting money, especially on the university level.

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Fall Schedule 2011 Intramural Event

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Welcome Week Audition Fitness Camp TSTC Silver Spur Show Case

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4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

All are welcome!

Practice Schedule Monday - Thursday | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Practice Schedule Tuesday - Wednesday | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Zumba Friday | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

For more information: 956.364.4346 Room: 129 @ WSC

Silver Spurs Dance Team Contact: Diamond Tinz Torres 956.862.0862 dltorrez9376@mymail.tstc.edu

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SPI Friday Night Fireworks Friday, September 2 | 9:15PM Laguna Madre Bay | South Padre Island Jackson Street Market Days Saturday, September 3 | 9AM - 3PM Downtown Jackson Street | Harlingen Harlingen Farmers Market Saturday, September 3 | 3PM - 4:30PM Downtown “A” Street | Harlingen Annual Fall Adopt a Beach Cleanup September 24 | 9AM - 12PM Beach Access #3 | South Padre Island 7th Annual Walk for Women Sunday, October 2 | 8:00AM Louie’s Backyard | South Padre Island

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Zoe En Concierto Friday, September 2 | 8:00PM The Old Ice House | McAllen

Cold with One Eyed Girl & The Next Day Tuesday, September 13 | 7:00PM Pharr Events Center Ralphie May Comedy Standup Wednesday, September 28 | 8:00PM McAllen Civic Center Auditorium Cosplay Cares Coalition Helps Walk for Women (Free Mini-Kon) Friday, September 30 - October 2 | 3:00PM Comfort Suites Beachside Hotel | South Padre Island

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TSTC students have more public transportation options as the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council expands existing bus routes to directly service the college.

New extensions to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council’s bus routes through western Cameron County and San Benito will allow students originating in La Feria, Santa Rosa and San Benito to take direct trips to the TSTC campus. The new system will improve students’ ability to make bus connections throughout Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy counties.

Students taking advantage of the route extensions will be able to board buses on any of the six scheduled runs each day. The western Cameron County and San Benito routes will use the new bus shelters in front of the college’s new University Center on Loop 499.

Students who present valid college identification pay 75 cents and transfers are free; adults pay $1.50 per ride. Riders should pay with exact change.

Frequent rider discount passes are $10 for students, senior citizens, persons with disabilities and veterans, and $20 for adults. Twenty trip passes can be obtained by calling 800.574.8322, and the passes will be sold in the TSTC Bookstore. All buses are wheelchair accessible and some are equipped to carry bicycles.

Cost to Students: $.75 per ride Cost to Adults: $1.50 per ride

*Riders should pay exact amount

Bus route maps and bus stop schedules are online at www.lrgvdc .or g/transit.html. Brochures are available in the Student Government Office in the Student Center. A large bus route map is located in the Housing Office on campus.

The LRGVDC phone number is 800.574.8322 and the e-mail address to send questions to public transit is riotransitcenter@yahoo.com.

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CineSol 18th Annual Film Festival September 10 -12 TSTC Cultural Arts Center

Admission: Free to TSTC students or $5 General Admission per event

Robert Beltran of Star Trek Voyager makes a special appearance for the festival’s opening weekend the TSTC Cultural Arts Center.

Saturday Night Movie: El Ambulante September 10 | 7PM $10 General Admission $5 Students with TSTC ID

36-Hour Film Race Bravo Night September 11 $10 General Admission $5 Students with TSTC ID 18

Students who present TSTC ID cards at the entrance will be admitted free to movies (shorts, documentaries, features, comedies, and more), premiere screenings, and events such as panel discussions by independent filmmakers that will be held on campus as part of the 18th Annual CineSol Film Festival. It's an unforgettable Valleywide celebration of Hispanic art and culture.

Winners of the 36-Hour Film Race will be announced at the TSTC Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, September 11.

For more details and schedule updates: Web site: www.cinesol.com Phone: 956.793.8783.

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What’s New? TH IS MON T H I N F I L M A N D G A M IN G

02 Apollo 18

FILM | RATED: Not Rated

20 Gears of War 3

Shot in documentary style, the film unearths lost footage from Apollo 18's undocumented and covert mission to the moon, revealing disturbing new evidence of other life forms.

Eighteen months after the fall of the last human city, the war against the Locust rages on. Meanwhile, deep beneath the planet’s surface, a fearsome new threat is infecting the planet from within.

02 Shark Night 3D

23 Abduction

A summer weekend turns into a blood-soaked nightmare for a group of college students trapped on an island surrounded by voracious underwater predators.

A young man discovers his own baby picture on a missing persons Web site.

06 Rise of Nightmares

A funny, touching and original story of friendship, love, and survival, this film is centered on a 25-year-old’s struggle to beat cancer.

FILM | RATED: PG-13

X360 | RATED: RP-T+ (Rating Pending, Tar geting a Rating of Teen or Above)

Using their whole body the player will experience fear and tension as never before in this first person horror adventure.

FILM | RATED: PG-13

30 50/50

FILM | RATED: R

30 Dream House FILM | RATED: R

06 Dead Island

X360 | PC | RATED: M (Mature)

Royal Palms Resort serves as the ultimate getaway for vacationers until a mysterious and contagious zombie outbreak claims its once peaceful atmosphere.

A New York publishing executive relocates his family to a small New England town, only to learn that their new home was the scene of a vicious murder.

30 What’s Your Number?

FILM | RATED: R

09 Contagion

FILM | RATED: PG-13

X360 | RATED: M (Mature)

The story centers on an international team of doctors contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak of a deadly disease.

After reading a magazine article that leads her to believe she's going to be forever alone, Ally Darling begins a wild search for the best "ex" of her life.

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SOLDIER’SBlog Jonathan Quezada jequezada@mymail.tstc.edu The fall of 2011 has now fallen upon us, which means new students, new classes, but with a common goal in mind: a better life.

Texas State Technical College may be your stepping stone into fulfilling your college ambitions or it may be your one school stop to getting the degree you want. Whatever the case may be, you have decided to take the initiative to chase after what means the most to you and that is something to keep in mind as you embark on this journey.

Representing the Veterans Student Alliance Club at SGA Banquet’s red car pet are , from left to right, Jonathan Quezada, Liz Silva, and Steve Guevara.

Speaking on behalf of the Veterans Student Alliance Club, we would like to welcome you to TSTC. The Veterans Student Alliance Club is looking to explore and establish itself this semester into something that any student should become a part of to help make their college life one to remember. Whether you are an armed service veteran, reservist, or just looking to join a club, we would

FOR ADDITIONAL SUPPORT Veterans Support Group

Offers support with veteran concerns and issues. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 12PM in the LRC. Led by Anna Castillo, LPC from Tropical Texas Behavioral Center in Edinburg. For more information call 956.364.4310.

Veteran Student Alliance Club

Provides outreach and assistance for the needs and goals of our Veterans, while providing service to our college and community.

Meets on Thursdays at 12PM in Student Center Room 127.

Contact Advisor Liz Silva at 956.364.4317.

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love to have you! If you are interested in more information please contact the TSTC Counseling Office at 956.364.4310 and ask for Jonathan. Thank you and welcome to Texas State Technical College.

Types of VA Benefits Through TSTC’s Financial Aid Office

• Montgomery G.I. Bill (Chapter 30) • VA Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31) • Veteran's Educational Assistance Program (VEAP or Chapter 32) • Post 9/11 G.I. Bill (Chapter 33) • Dependent's and Survivor's Educational Assisstance Program (Chapter 35) • Montgomery G.I Bill for Selective Reserves (Chapter 1606) • Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607/REAP) • Hazlewood Act

For more information

http://harlingen.tstc.edu/FinancialAid/veteranaffairs.aspx

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New LRC Releases CHECK THE M OUT TODAY !

The Stand: No Man’s Land #3

by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

This is a comic book adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Stand.”

The Free Zone Committee has sent their spies to the west and is now mere days away from getting the electricity back on in Boulder, but darker plans are afoot... When a tormented Nadine discovers the horrific truth of what Harold's been plotting, the dark man makes his presence known to ensure nothing stops him. The clock is ticking for the forces of good, True Believers, and we've hit the point of no return... Don't dare miss it!

The Secrets of the FBI

by Ronald Kessler

Based on inside access, the book presents revelations about the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound, the recent Russian spy swap, Marilyn Monroe's death, Vince Foster’s suicide, and J. Edgar Hoover’s sexual orientation. For the first time, it tells how the FBI caught spy Robert Hanssen in its midst and how the FBI breaks into homes, offices, and embassies to plant bugging devices without getting caught. “The Secrets of the FBI” presents headline-making disclosures about the most important figures and events of our time.

Only Mine

by Susan Mallery

You can’t win if you don’t play…

Her town’s lack of men may make headlines, but it isn’t news to Dakota Hendrix. The beautiful blonde has bigger problems to deal with, such as overseeing the romance reality competition filming in Fool’s Gold. Screening eligible bachelors is a difficult enough task, but Dakota hits an unexpected snag when a sexy stranger comes to town.

Learning Resource Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 7:30AM - 8PM Friday: 7:30AM - 5PM

Saturday: 10AM - 4PM Sunday: 1PM - 4PM

All you need at the LRC to borrow a book is a valid TSTC student ID. For more information, visit www.harlingen.tstc.edu/library.

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STUDENT HEALTH

20 Ways to Drink More Water

By Susan McQuillan Reviewed by the QualityHealth.com Medical Advisory Board 1. Set goals. For instance, in the morning, fill a large pitcher with 8 cups of water and set a goal to finish it by the end of the day.

2. Get in the habit of drinking a glass of water 20 or 30 minutes before each meal. Bonus: If you're watching your weight, filling up on water may help you eat less.

3. Hang a note on your refrigerator so you'll remember to reach for water instead of soda or other beverages. Likewise, keep a note near your sink to remind you to have a drink while you're there.

4. Eat plenty of watery foods throughout the day. Juicy fruit such as watermelon and oranges, vegetables like cucumbers and tomatoes, and even dairy products like lowfat yogurt, all help keep you hydrated.

5. Dilute fruit juice such as grape or cranberry with water or seltzer to save calories while still quenching your thirst with a flavorful beverage. Juice also contains electrolytes that help your body better absorb water.

6. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice to your water bottle, or float a slice of lemon, lime, or even cucumber in your glass to make your water taste more refreshing.

7. Drink herbal tea, hot or iced.

8. Have soup for lunch. The less salty, the better to keep you hydrated.

9. Until you have a water habit, set a watch or phone alarm to go off every hour as a reminder.

10. Keep a bottle or covered glass of water by your bed at night. Start each day with at least a sip of water.

11. Always carry a water bottle when you're on the move.

12. Take sips. It's not always easy to down a full glass of water but you can always sip.

13. Keep a large bottle or pitcher of water on your desk at work.

* Alcohol & Drug Policy:The possession and consumption of any alcoholic beverage and/or empty container is not permitted on TSTC Campus. A Zero Tolerance drug policy is in effect. For more information contact College Police Department at 956.364.4220.

Need a Nurse?

The college nurse offers first aid, care for minor health problems, and counseling about personal health needs. Students must present a current TSTC Harlingen ID card to receive services.

Day Nur se Emily Gonzales

Student Center, Room 132 • 956.364.4305 Monday - Friday • 8AM - 1PM, 2-5PM

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Evening Nur se Anna Ruiz

Housing Office • 956.364.4235 Monday -Thursday • 4:30-9:30PM

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14. Use a fancy glass for your water, such as a wine glass or specially decorated cup.

15.Whenever you drink an alcoholic beverage, drink a full glass of water at the same time.* 16. As soon as you sit down at a restaurant and the waitperson arrives, ask for a glass of water.

17. Warm up your water in the winter. Cold water is refreshing in the summer, but when you're chilly, nothing beats a warm mug.

18. Find a water buddy. Ask a friend at work to remind you to drink water from time to time, and do the same for her.

19. Keep a water diary. Tracking your water intake helps you establish a habit of drinking on a regular basis. Phone apps are also available to help you track your water intake.

20.Think of water as a nutrient, and visualize the good health that comes from drinking enough.

Remind yourself regularly that drinking water is a positive, healthful habit.

INTRAMURALS

September 2ND

Volleyball Rosters Due:

4 on 4 Womens Volleyball 6 on 6 Open Volleyball Dorm / Club Volleyball

6TH Registration begins for the No Gain-No Pain Weight Loss Program 8TH Wellness and Sports Center Open House from 6:30PM to 7:30PM 12TH Volleyball Captains Meeting at Wellness and Sports Center (WSC)

October

7TH 10TH 19TH 25TH

7 on 7 Flag Football roster due.

Flag Football Captains meeting at 6:00PM at WSC Racquetball tournament at 6:00PM Bench press competition at 6:00PM

November

Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Contact Jose Garza, Intramurals Supervisor Phone: 956.364.4340 E-mail: jose.garza@harlingen.tstc.edu

11TH 4 on 4 Indoor Soccer roster due.

14TH Indoor Soccer Captains meeting 6PM at WSC

Wellness Walks

October 26 Trick or Treat Walk 5:30PM (1 mile) November 16 Turkey Walk 5:30PM (1 mile)

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