- Coastal Bend Food Bank provides emergency relief for FCI Three Rivers families affected by the government shutdownAs of Oct. 23, it’s been 23 days since the federal government shutdown began, and lawmakers have yet to reach an agreement. With no resolution in sight, government employees across the nation are turning to food banks for support. According to the U.S. General Services Administration’s 2025 payroll calendar, government civilian employees who are expecting electronic deposits on Oct. 24 will miss their first full paycheck, a harsh reminder of the federal stalemate and its growing toll on working families in our communities. In response to the growing uncertainty, the Council of Prison Local 4044 President Caleb French, reached out…
- Del Mar College TACHE Chapter Gears Up for Fall — Volunteers, Events, and a Call to CommunityDel Mar College’s student chapter of the Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education is back in action this fall hosting a booth at the Fall Carnival, preparing for Viking Fest and Turkey Fest in November, partnering with the Red Cross for Thanksgiving meal service, and recruiting students who want to lead, serve, and learn. The chapter, free to Del Mar students and staff (professional membership: $25/year) is also honoring the legacy of late Professor Mike M. Anzaldúa Jr., Professor Emeritus of English, whose decades of service shaped Del Mar’s writing centers, learning communities, Mexican American Studies program and cultural…
- SGA ready for students at Meet & Eat, Viking Fall CarnivalPizza with the Del Mar President and other upcoming events are ways for students to make their college experience better, according to the Del Mar SGA. New business covered at the second Student Government Association meeting was students’ chance to meet and eat with Del Mar College President and CEO Mark Escamilla, as well as voice any student concerns. This event also gives students the chance to meet with their SGA officers and members, sharing their thoughts and ideas or simply get a chance to know them better while dining on pizza. The Meet and Eat will be held Wednesday,…
- Del Mar College’s Veterans honored with 2025 Gold Veterans Education Excellence AwardDel Mar College has been recognized by the Texas Veterans Commission with the 2025 Gold Veterans Education Excellence Recognition Award, the highest level of distinction granted by the state for institutions demonstrating exceptional support for military-connected students. At the heart of this achievement is Jennifer Armentrout, director of the Veteran Services Office and retired sergeant major in the Marine Corps, whose leadership has driven Del Mar College’s mission to serve those who have served. “We are one of 33 two- and four-year colleges and universities in the state of Texas to receive this award and only one of 16 community…
- Del Mar College Connects Job Seekers with Local Employers at Skills and Trades Hiring EventDel Mar College will host an All Majors Skills & Trades Career Fair on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Emergency Training Building (Dome) at the Windward Campus, offering students and community members an opportunity to connect with employers from a wide range of industries. The event will feature representatives from sectors such as industrial, automotive, and public safety, all eager to connect with job seekers and discuss career opportunities within their fields. Organizers encourage attendees to bring multiple copies of their resumes and dress professionally to make a strong first impression. In preparation for…
- The Siren has officially returned for the FallDel Mar College’s literary magazine Siren returns this fall for its long-awaited release, the first issue since the Fall 2019-2020 semester. Copies of the DMC student-run magazine will be available across all Del Mar campuses starting Monday, Oct. 27. The magazine, first launched in 1996, has been a platform for student creativity filled with short stories, photography, art, and poetry. Like many student organizations, Siren faced challenges during and after the global pandemic, including a shortage of editors and contributors. These hurdles put the publication on hold for several years. Thanks to the determination and leadership of Spring-Summer 2025…
- Del Mar College alumni continues to connect people with music at guest piano recitalA night full of reunion was celebrated at Del Mar College’s Wolfe Recital Hall where president of St. Joseph’s University, Donald R. Boomgaarden, performed a guest piano recital on Oct. 23. The program featured works by Rachmaninoff, Chopin, and the debut of an original composition by Boomgaarden to reconnect with Del Mar and Richard King High School’s Class of 1972. “This is the very hall where I played my first recital when I was 15,” said Boomgaarden prior to his performance. “It’s always kind of touching to come back here and play and connect with the past.” Boomgaarden started his…
- Del Mar College Counseling Center ready to help studentsBetween balancing classes, jobs, and social lives, many students find their mental health taking a backseat. At Del Mar College, the Counseling Center is working to change that. Located on the second floor of the Harvin Center, the center offers free services ranging from one-on-one counseling to wellness workshops. The goal is to promote mental health, emotional resilience, and wellness throughout the campus community. “We’ve got several services available to students,” Counseling Center Director Jessica Edwards said. “We offer individual counseling, we offer couples counseling, we offer crisis intervention. Sometimes varying by semester, we might offer group counseling.” In addition…
- Viking Fest returns with upgrades, live musicViking Fest sails on as a solo opportunity this year for students to raise funds for all academic endeavors. This year’s event will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Windward Campus. In the first year it began, Viking Fest paired up with the Registered Student Organization Fall Carnival as only one singular event for students to attend to support Del Mar College student programs. But in this second year, DMC is attempting something different, by breaking up both the Fall Carnival and Viking Vest as different events to create more opportunities for students to…
- Foghorn earns national honors in Washington D.C.Several Foghorn staff members attend MediaFest 2025 in Washington D.C. Oct. 14-17, learning more about student media and new trends in news coverage and technology, bringing home a lot of information, and a lot of awards. MediaFest is hosted by the College Media Association, the Associated Collegiate Press, and Society of Professional Journalists. The Foghorn snagged 26 CMA Pinnacle awards, including first place awards in breaking news photo, video newscast, feature video package and comics, and a first place Best in Show advertisement. Both current and former Foghorn staff snagged wins. Former Online Editor Haylie Godoy won first place for…
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