part two of a three-part series Rudy Leyva / Staff writer There is agreement among many of those attempting to resolve the pet overpopulation problem that the causes of the dilemma must be acknowledged and then addressed for any discernible progress to be realized. Looking at numbers from studies and surveys taken by various animal welfare organizations help to define the size of the problem. According to a 2011-2012 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 62 percent of U.S. households own a pet, which equates 72.9 million homes. The survey offers a further breakdown…

Del Mar group joins others from colleges across the state Noe Ruiz, a first-year Social Work Student Association member, was in for a long ride to Austin with high hopes and great intent. During his first visit with the Del Mar club to Student Day at the Legislature in Austin, Ruiz and six other students got to experience their passion for social justice with a community of students who are fighting for the same causes. On March 26, the group joined universities from all over Texas to hear a panel of social work advocates, join in group activities and rally…

Texas water advocates converged at Del Mar College on Oct. 29, bringing with them ideas along with hopes and concerns for the future. Attendees spoke on the states’ water difficulties, such as the faulty water systems, water quality and the urgency of preserving water. They believe that coming together to address water concerns is not only important for Texas, but the whole world. From Chispa League of Conservation Voters to National Wildlife Federation, several organizations gathered to work on water issues. They discussed strategies and plans to move the project forward while also taking time for questions and new ideas…