It’s Income Tax Time, Again! Free VITA Program services start at DMC Jan. 28, and run through April 15 in Viking Hall on Heritage Campus
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Del Mar College Accounting students assisting filers earning $67,000 or less as part of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program using IRS-provided software
Article by Melinda Eddleman
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Del Mar College’s students are trained in tax law and tax preparation as well as use a tax program provided to the college by the Internal Revenue Service. Our students benefit from this program through real-world experience while handling tax returns for individuals who take advantage of these free services, and they learn how to prepare and file a tax return electronically.
Adelfino Palacios, Professor of Accounting
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- UPDATE (1/21/25): Del Mar College to Remain Closed Tomorrow, Jan. 22, Due to Winter StormArticle by DMC College Relations Office UPDATED MESSAGE AS OF 1:30 P.M. TUESDAY, JAN. 21 Out of an abundance of caution and for the safety our students, employees and guests, Del Mar College will remain closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 22, due to the winter freeze. College officials anticipate reopening at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, byt will continue to assess weather developments and change plans if needed. The health and safety of our students, employees and guests are Del Mar College’s foremost concern. Individuals are asked to continue to monitoring the DMC website (www.delmar.edu), email, social media channels and news media outlets for weather-related updates. College officials advise everyone to exercise caution during all inclement weather events. Please avoid icy roads and hazardous conditions. MESSAGE POSTED ON JAN. 20, 2025 Del Mar College will remain closed tomorrow, Jan. 21, due to the winter storm and impending outdoor hazardous conditions. The college is closed today in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. DMC will reopen for normal operations at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 22. However, college officials will continue to assess weather developments and change plans if needed. The health and safety of students, employees and guests are Del Mar College’s foremost concern. College officials ask that they continue to monitor the DMC website (www.delmar.edu), email, social media channels and local news media for weather-related updates. The college advises everyone to exercise caution during all inclement weather events. Please avoid icy roads and hazardous conditions.
- FOGHORN NEWS STAFFERS SHINE BRIGHTLY AT NATIONAL AND REGIONAL AWARDS CEREMONIES, BRING HOME NUMEROUS HONORSArticle by: Richard Guerrero, Jr. Del Mar College Foghorn News student journalists continue to build on the history of award-winning journalism that the program is known for by adding new accolades to the list. For the 2023-2024 academic year, Vikings earned more than 30 awards in individual categories and six organizational categories in nationwide contests. In addition, the Foghorn News earned six awards in the Associated Collegiate Press’ Spring 2024 Clips & Clicks contest, which announced winners in August. ACP is a national association composed of collegiate journalists and collegiate journalism advisers with 570 members. The Spring 2024 Clips & Clicks contest received 412 submissions from 50 ACP-member student media outlets. Foghorn News staff also brought home 23 awards at the statewide Texas Community College Journalism Association (TCCJA) 2024 Awards held Oct. 3-5 at Tarleton Community College in Stephenville. Most recently, Foghorn News staff won more than 30 awards at the College Media Association (CMA)’s Individual Pinnacle Awards during the Associated Collegiate Press/CMA Fall National College Media Convention in New Orleans, which was held Oct. 31-Nov. 3. The CMA has more than 600 members and provides student media professionals, staff and programs with education, research and resources. The Foghorn News is a forum for student news, events and opinions produced by DMC students for DMC students. Robert Muilenburg serves as Adviser and Allison Ehrlich serves as Lab Adviser. The individual list of awards is as follows: TCCJA 2024 Awards First place 1. News Photo: Lola Ponce 2. Feature Photo: Lola Ponce 3. In-Depth/Investigative Reporting: Lola Ponce, Aubree Curran, Irene Flores 4. Multimedia Package: Aubree Curran 5. Sports Action Photo: Lola Ponce 6. Picture Page Panel/Slideshow: Aubree Curran 7. Open Video Production: Foghorn News Staff 8. Open Audio Production: Daniela Benitez Beltran 9. Overall Excellence-Newspaper: Foghorn News Staff Second place 1. News Photo: Lola Ponce 2. Video News: Kirsten Soliz 3. Feature Writing: Lola Ponce 4. Multimedia Package: Aubree Curran, Lola Ponce 5. Sports Action Photo: Haylie Godoy 6. Open Video Production: Foghorn News Staff Third place 1. Feature Photo: Lola Ponce 2. Video News: Kat Van Nice 3. Feature Writing: Aubree Curran 4. Video Sports: Cidnee Casarez 5. Newspaper Page Design: Aubree Curran 6. Critical Review: Paul Farias 7. Sports Photo: Aubree Curran Honorable mention Picture Page Panel/Slideshow: Lola Ponce ACP Spring 2024 Clips & Clicks awards Third place 1. Best Broadcast News Story: Kat Van Nice 2. Best Newspaper Page Spread: Aubree Curran 3. Editorial Writing: Aubree Curran Fourth place News Photography: Lola Ponce Fifth place Feature Photography: Lola Ponce Honorable mention News Writing: Aubree Curran CMA 2024 Pinnacle Awards First place 1. Video Newscast: Foghorn News 2. Multimedia News Story: Aubree Curran 3. Sports Feature Photo: Aubree Curran 4. Breaking News Photo: Lola Ponce 5. Multimedia Feature Story: Aubree Curran 6. Editorial Cartoon: Elliot Hoppis 7. Newspaper News Spread: Irene Flores, Aubree Curran, Lola Ponce Second place 1. Sports Feature: Aubree Curran 2. Video Promo/PSA: David Davila 3. Editorial Illustration: Elliot Hoppis 4. Newspaper Opinion Spread: Aubree Curran Third place 1. Short Video News: Kat Van Nice 2. Newspaper Photo Spread: Lola Ponce 3. Multimedia Sports Story: Aubree Curran 4. Organizational Diversity Initiative: Foghorn News 5. Radio Station of the Year: Foghorn News Honorable mention 1. Reporter of the Year (two-year school): Aubree Curran 2. Design of the Year Newspaper Page Spread: Foghorn News staff 3. Broadcast Story of the Year Commentary: Kirsten Soliz 4. Newspaper Feature Spread: Aubree Curran 5. Feature Photo: Lola Ponce 6. Podcast: Daniela Benitez Beltran 7. Video Entertainment Program: Foghorn staff 8. Infographic: Irene Flores 9. Sports News Photo: Lola Ponce 10. Editorial: Foghorn staff 11. Periodic Newspaper: Foghorn News 12. TV Station of the Year: Foghorn News 13. Broadcast Station Website of the Year: Foghorn News 14. Newspaper Website of the Year: Foghorn News 15. College Media Group of the Year: Foghorn News ACP Pacemaker and 2024 Best in Show First place Best Reporting: Bill Eaves Second place Best Website: Foghornnews.com Third place Best Broadcast Feature Story: Nygel Hudson Fifth place Best Advertisement: Brandon Oliva and Saray Ruiz Sixth place Best Broadcast News Program: Foghorn News Honorable mention Best Newspaper (two-year campus): Foghorn News
- It’s not too late … Del Mar College providing two more opportunities to register with Jan. 7-8 “Late” Registration and Jan. 11 “Last Chance” Registration for Spring 2025 credit coursesArticle by Melinda Eddleman You thought about it but kept putting off registering for Spring 2025 credit courses at Del Mar College. Guess what? It’s not too late! The College is offering two more opportunities to register for courses that begin Monday, Jan. 13, with “Late” Advising and On-Campus Registration scheduled tomorrow and Wednesday, Jan. 7-8, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and “Last Chance” Advising and On-Campus Registration set for Saturday, Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. These Advising and On-Campus Registration opportunities are available on all three DMC Campuses––Heritage, Windward and Oso Creek. For On-campus Registration, students need to contact the department of their declared major for specific instructions (access the Academic Advisor Directory). New students and Liberal Arts majors should contact or visit one of the College’s Student Enrollment Centers to register in-person. Online Registration for eligible students currently runs now through 6:30 p.m. Jan. 8 and Jan. 9 at 12:01 a.m. until 2 p.m. Jan. 11. Payment deadline for tuition and fees for all credit courses registered since Dec. 5 through Jan. 8 is 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 8. Payment for courses registered Jan. 9-11 are due by 6:30 p.m. Jan. 14 The College offers 8-, 12-, 15- and 16-week as well as Maymester options, including in-person, online and hybrid courses to meet your learning style. Both current and prospective students can access WebDMC at www.delmar.edu to view course offerings, which are frequently updated throughout the registration process. Current students can also use WebDMC to check their financial aid status, review their degree plan and find other information. Questions? Visit www.delmar.edu/registration or contact the DMC Student Enrollment Center at 361-698-1290 or enroll@delmar.edu. For in-person assistance during regular office hours and during scheduled On-Campus Registration opportunities, Del Mar College Student Enrollment Centers are located as follows: · Heritage Campus, Harvin Student Center, 101 Baldwin Blvd., 78404, get online campus map. · Windward Campus, Coleman Center, 4101 Old Brownsville Rd., 78405, get online campus map. · Oso Creek Campus, Main Central Building, 7002 Yorktown Blvd., 78411, get online campus map. Del Mar College … own your dreams!
- A Gift from the Sound Recording Technology Program (Video)Article by DMC College Relations Gathering on a cold, rainy and dreary Saturday morning in early December, Del Mar College’s Sound Recording Technology (SRT) Program –– including current students and faculty as well as former students –– recorded live in Studio A the modern Christmas classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” by Mariah Carey. Headed by DMC Music Department Professor and SRT Director Dr. Paul Bissell, crank it up and sing along while enjoying these talented musicians and vocalists from Corpus Christi.
- Celebrating student success! Del Mar College holds commencement for Class of Fall 2024 (Graduate List and Video)Article by DMC College Relations Office Ceremony participants included 526 out of 784 graduates with college awarding 996 occupational skills awards, certificates, associate’s degrees and bachelor’s degrees combined to graduating class They make up Del Mar College’s Class of Fall 2024. And, on Friday, Dec. 13, the 526 graduates who “walked the stage” filled the floor of the American Bank Center arena wearing blue caps and gowns after making the time-honored walk into the facility to “Pomp and Circumstance.” Before DMC’s fall graduates took the spotlight to receive these awards, Texas A&M University-Kingsville President Dr. Robert H. Vela, Jr. provided the keynote address (read speaker announcement). Del Mar College … own your dreams! (Scroll to the bottom of this page to watch the video of the whole ceremony.) Overall, the college’s Class of Fall 2024 includes 784 graduates who have earned a total of 996 occupational skills awards, certificates, associate’s degrees and bachelor’s degrees combined. The commencement program is available to download as a PDF file in the upper right-hand corner above “Contacts.” Fall 2024 graduates include the following: Honors Graduates Summa Cum Laude Ethan G. Atkinson, Adrian Avila, Marissa M. Beard, Paige N. Bennett, Victor C. Canion Jr., Julia S. Cole, Megan C. Daniel, Cameron J. De Leon, Paloma L. Espinoza, Brittany N. Fox, Julia Franco, Stephanie A. Franklin, Kenedy J. Fuller, Aleena J. Garcia, Jorge E. Garza, Jose M. Gonzales, Azeneth A. Gonzalez, Leonardo Granados, Ariadna E. Grice, Madisyn P. Guilianelle, Vanessa N. Gutierrez, Rose M. Hale, David A. Hernandez Sr., Yancey J. Hernandez, Brayden H. Kaiser, Mark E. Lara II, Alana K. Larson, Zhenbang Li, Robert L. Luna, Samantha A. Mackey, Arnulfo F. Martinez Jr., Irene D. Martinez, Micah S. Martinez, Tina M. McPherson, Guadalupe Mendez Jr., Omar A. Mendez, Angelina R. Palacios, Isaac Perez Jr., Chanboramey Pok, Bryan G. Ramirez, Jaclyn E. Rios and Ahmi M. Robertson, Brandon L. Rodriguez, Brandy M. Rodriguez, Emma A. Rollins, Irma L. Salinas, Trinity A. Storr, Jillian M. Ulch, Josh L. Underbrink, Claudia N. Vela, Gabriela I. Villarreal, Amanda L. Wojciechowski and Gerardo Yanez Magna Cum Laude Yanely V. Adame, Anthony L. Bautista, Jordan Cantu, Jessica D. Castillo, Alana L. Coapland, Andrea L. Flores, Emilian Galvan, Heather E. Galvan, Stefanie J. Garcia, Joseph A. Garibay, Michael J. Garza, Piper D. Gates, Jacob M. Hinojosa, Kendalynn Jones, Thomas E. Martinez, Wendy L. Martinez, David Medina, Joshua Morris, Brittany N. Ordonez, Arianna M. Ortiz, Dody Perales, Christine M. Perez, Sarah E. Raffay, Amanda I. Ramirez, Ruby A. Robles, Christopher Saldana Jr., Abigail L. Sanchez, Bianca L. Sanchez, Andrew M. Sleet, Alexander D. Sy, Minerva R. Tillman, John C. Vazquez, Benjamin Villarreal Sr. and Jacob Villarreal Cum Laude Victoria F. Aguas Garcia, Araceli Barajas, Leonardo D. Barcenas, Lilly Brooks, Darrion Byars, Cameron M. De la Pena, Aubrey N. Ford, Jasmin O. Galvan, Avril K. Gonzalez, Joseph S. Gonzalez, Sofia Jimenez, Phillip P. Krupa, Naila R. Matus, Patrick A. Morin, Katelynn M. Odvina, Daniela Ortiz, Hailey L. Osborne, Mathew J. Reyes, Mary N. Ritchie, Elizabeth A. Rivera, Erica M. Rodriguez, Jillian A. Ruiz, Aneesah L. Cordova, Ella R. Serna, Diana L. Silva, Bethany G. Walker and Remington J. Wright Division of Business , Entrepreneurship and Health Sciences: Allied Health Associate in Science Cyan M. Castro, Jaclyn E. Rios, Myra A. Rodriguez, Ella R. Serna, Madison R. Torrez and Marisella N. Vasquez Associate in Applied Science Crystal L. Carpio, Alana L. Coapland, Cain A. Macias and Alexander D. Sy Certificate Cassandra Alejandre, Marissa M. Beard, Amber N. Champion, Justin A. Cuevas, Ariadna E. Grice, Chelsea L. McWilliams and Desirae N. Saldana Advanced Technology Certificate Michelle M. Mungia Business Administration and Entrepreneurship Associate in Arts Yanely V. Adame, Khalid T. Alabi, Courtney L. Araiza, Carea D. Aubrey, Ana J. Battles, Gina M. Billings, Alicia K. Bowser, Julia S. Cole (SAP), Dylan J. Davila*, Reno R. Del Bosque (ABG, SAP), Richard J. Del Bosque, Mia A. Deleon, Evan C. Diaz, Caleb C. Garcia, Matthew R. Garcia, Aubriana R. Garza Sr., Samantha J. Garza, Kelsey M. Gibson, Jennifer S. Guerrero, Lisa M. Hollan, Sierra M. Jimenez (SAP), Kai Y. King, Zachary J. Kramer, Jared J. Lerma, Reese G. Lugo, Kayla L. Lydon, Mai T. Nguyen, Tommy H. Pham, Chanboramey Pok, Joshua A. Reyna, Delia S. Rios Orozco, Elizabeth A. Rodriguez, Robert E. Rodriguez Jr., Laura A. Salinas, Stephanie M. Sepulveda, Gabriella A. Solis, Juliet S. Swonke, Tiburcio R. Trevino III* and Brittany L. Vogel Associate in Applied Science Camren N. Akin, Paige N. Bennett, Lee Anne N. Cantu, Jessica D. Castillo, Tanya Fuller, Christyne D. Garza, Lorrie A. Garza, Mia R. Epps-Hicks, Ashley Herrera, Sabrina I. Hiracheta, Renee M. Huentes, Sharon K. Hughes (ABG), Cassandra D. Langston, Mariela Mayen Ruiz, Tina M. McPherson, Elaine C. Medina, Joshua Morris, Arianna M. Ortiz, Addison J. Perez, Matthew L. Peterson, Kaitlyn J. Ponce, Adriana M. Ramirez, Priscilla M. Ramirez, Erica M. Rodriguez, Sarah C. Sanmiguel, Kimberly N. Schulte, Elizabeth M. Tressider, Senaida Treto, Jesus Trevino, John D. Whitaker and Amanda L. Wojciechowski Certificate Camren N. Akin, Kaylyn A. Arevalo, Isabel C. Clark, Aneesah L. Cordova, Alexia Cruz, Megan C. Daniel, Ciera E. Deleon, Annalia M. Escamilla, Andrea L. Flores, Jasmin O. Galvan, Christyne D. Garza, Lorrie A. Garza, Avril K. Gonzalez, Renee M. Huentes, Madisyn P. Guilianelle, Kadence N. Hill, Leah N. Jasso, Alessandra J. Juarez, Dana I. Kinard, Kasten S. King, Delilah K. Luna, Cassandra L. Matamoros, Naila R. Matus, Lynette Montalvo, Joshua Morris, Hailey L. Osborne, Angelina R. Palacios, Kally A. Pena, Kaitlin J. Ponce, Adriana M. Ramirez, Gabriela R. Ramirez, Erica M. Rodriguez, Irma L. Salinas, Bianca L. Sanchez, Cassandra N. Silvas, Hector Torres*, Claudia N. Vela, Tiffani A. Villanueva, Gabriela I. Villarreal and Christie L. Yerby Occupational Skills Award Jeva Adame, Jessica D. Castillo, Tanya Fuller, Joseph A. Garibay, Christyne D. Garza, Lorrie A. Garza, Lynda M. Green, Sabrina I. Hiracheta, Renee M. Huentes, Bethany Montes, Joshua Morris, Kaitlyn J. Ponce, Adriana M. Ramirez, Erica M. Rodriguez, Joyce A. Salinas, Senaida Treto and Makinzye E. Watkins Dental and Imaging Associate in Science Alexa L. Medellin (SAP) Associate in App)lied Science Carrie N. Cabrera, Angela C. Cabuling, Jordann Cantu, Paloma L. Espinoza (LN), Brittany N. Fox (LN), Stephanie A. Franklin (LN), Kenedy J. Fuller (LN), Emilian Galvan (LN), Azeneth A. Gonzalez, Francisca G. Gonzalez, Emerald A. Guerrero (LN), Alexa L. Medellin (SAP), Amanda I. Ramirez, Jillian M. Ulch (LN) and Sebrina O. Vega Certificate Carrie N. Cabrera, Azeneth A. Gonzalez, Francisca G. Gonzalez and Amanda I. Ramirez Nurse Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing Alicia N. Arroyo, Victoria M. Avila, Starr L. Bernal (PTK), Ratna D. Boyd (SAP, SKD), Melissa R. Calderon, Jose Anna Canales, Abbey G. Castillo, Anya C. Charba, Nohemi Cordova, Dalila M. Gutierrez, Aaron E. Guzman, Katrina N. Hec (AND), Marissa D. Lopez, Patrick A. Morin, Crystal A. Proa (AND), Jacob M. Ruiz, Robert C. Sanchez*, Jared M. Schmidt (AND), Salvador P. Segura, Tania B. Stephens, Diana M. Varela Segura (AND) and Jose A. Villegas Associate in Arts Alexus K. Alaniz, Jolette Bautista-De La Fuente, Lacee L. Beal-Hinojosa, Aleisha M. Buenrostro (SAP), Shelly A. Burke, Luis A. Cantu, Marissa R. Cardona, Amber E. Espiritu, Madelyn E. Flores, Aubrey N. Ford, Sabrina V. Garza, Tara J. Gonzales, Amiee D. Gonzalez, Tjaden C. Handson, Romeo C. Hernandez, Susanna Jones, Zhenbang Li, Veronica N. Luevano, Miriam L. Lumbreras, Jasmine M. Maravilla, Jaime A. Martinez, Marielena R. Martinez, Victoria L. Martinez, Eva L. Meave, Yesenia M. Medellin, Natalie K. Merkord, Katelynn M. Odvina, Brittany N. Ordonez, Cathalina P. Osornia, Lauren A. Padron, Alyna M. Quinones, Sarah E. Raffay, Michelle A. Reyes, Emilia I. Sanchez, Alena A. Sandoval, Jennifer S. Savoie, Kristofer D. Segura II, Kira S. Sifuentes, Minerva R. Tillman, Hannah M. Tjaden, Miranda L. Torres, Taylor L. Treiber, Jade A. Vargas, Sara N. Vela, Veronica Velasquez and Lauren Z. Zamarripa Associate in Applied Science Victoria F. Aguas Garcia, Christina G. Aguirre, Frances M. Andrade (AND), Joshua J. Auzenne, Jr., Angelica D. Balonso, Lacee L. Beal-Hinojosa, James A. Burdette, Shelly A. Burke, Kaitlin K. Cantu, Marissa R. Cardona, Gabriella B. Caudillo, Jacquelyn A. Contreras, Kailey M. Cruz, Vanessa Cruz, Jasmine Davis, Ariana R. De la Paz, Ashley S. Dixon, Stefanie M. Escobar, Amber E. Espiritu, Nerissa Garza, Sabrina V. Garza, Alexis A. Gillis, Tara J. Gonzales, Tjaden C. Handson, Romeo C. Hernandez, Yancey J. Hernandez, Stephanie L. Herrera, Araceli G. Jaimes, Susanna Jones, Samuel J. Lankford, Zhenbang Li, Amelia C. Lockhart (AND), Brittany A. Lopez, Ezekiel A. Lopez, Marissa T. Lopez, Desmond X. Martinez, Marielena R. Martinez, Victoria L. Martinez, Isabel M. Melo, Natalie K. Merkord, Joanna L. Monreal, Veronica N. Muniz, Katelynn M. Odvina, Heather N. Ordunez, Cathalina P. Osornia, Lauren A. Padron, Faith L. Perez (AND), Alyna M. Quinones, Sarah E. Raffay, Audri L. Ramirez (PTK), Kristie L. Raspe, Sierra G. Rodriguez (AND), Miriam A. Romero, Robert R. Salinas, Emilia I. Sanchez, Kristofer D. Segura II, Julienne L. Terrones, Taylor L. Treiber, Iliana D. Vaughan, Veronica Velasquez, Tabitha M. Viera and Desiree Villarreal Certificate Melissa J. Afram, Veronica N. Luevano, Yesenia M. Medellin, Karina L. Rivera and Hannah M. Tjaden Division of Communications, Fine Arts and Social Sciences: Art and Drama Associate in Arts Edwardo Alejandre Jr., Joceline De Anda, Anuar Hamauei, Taylor B. Leon-Guerrero and Gabriella N. Vargas Communications, Languages and Reading Associate in Arts Cidnee A. Casarez, Brianna Y. Colson, David R. Davila, Faith A. Flores, Meghan K. Gatica, Bianca L.Hill, Christopher A. Jimenez, Leigha C. Messer, Hanah N. Nunn, Rosario S. Palacios, Mark A. Perez Jr., Marie D. Ponce and Jasmine M. Vasquez Certificate Hannah E. Behrends and Bianca L.Hill English and Philosophy Associate in Arts Lilly Brooks, Gabriella Dennis* and Mellody A. Fuentes Associate of Arts in Teaching Sierra N. Ontiveros and Alyssa M. Trevino Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Marisa F. Arredondo, Clarissa A. Ballien, Morgan Candela, Daniel M. Corpus, James W. Cowger, Cameron J. De Leon, A'liana C. Drake, Angelica M. Flores, Kadence M. Fox, Ocean E. Garcia, Lauren B. Garza, Alondra G. Garza Ramos, Jayvah R. Gonzalez, Sandra Gonzalez, Marlena S. Herrera, Ida Y. Hesseltine, Perrin L. Hockless, Alvin L. Lawson, Amanda K. Lawson, Lindsey N. Madland, Philip D. Majek, Rogelio Maravilla III, Hailey J. Martinez, Andrea K. Meza, Daniella L. Montalvo, Kaleigh N. Norris, Erin J. O'Donnell, Christian D. Ortiz, Patricia C. Rodela, Jennifer Ruiz, Adriana E. Salazar, Amydee N. Salinas, Alina E. Sanchez, Clarissa A. Schuermann, Samantha J. Sparks, Jaden H. Towery, Nicole Tunchez, Fernanda I. Vasquez and Deborah E. Woods Music Associate in Arts Dylan H. Wood Social Sciences Associate in Arts Sonya D. Alvarado, Jasmine A. Dudley, Monte C. Flores-Grady, Jasmin M. Ford, Bianca L. Hill, Samantha L. Prado, Melissa A. Salazar Rodriguez, Vianca M. Solano, Anna M. Starr, Lillyanna J. Villarreal, Brianna N. Witzsche and Makenna M. Yandell Associate of Arts in Teaching Mercedes K. Gonzales Division of Industry and Public Service: Architecture, Aviation and Automotive Associate in Science Kallie E. Duke and Kendlynn Jones Associate in Applied Science Gabrielle N. Acosta, Roman W. Alexander, Adrian Avila, Samantha J. Bernal, Heather A. Brethauer, Marcella D. Cantera, Jordan Cantu, Ruben J. Castillo Jr., Joshua J. Charles Sr., Angel R. Cisneros, Marco A. Cumpian Sr., Kayla R. Deanda, William S. Dobie III, Cody R. Dubose, Kallie E. Duke, John C. Fazzino, Julia Franco, Anthony P. Garcia, Marcus A. Garcia, Robert R. Garcia, Joseph S. Gonzalez, Jose F. Guerrero, Javier Guevara, Vanessa N. Gutierrez, David A. Hernandez Sr., John F. Hernandez, Kendalynn Jones, Audrey J. Lara, Aaron A. Leal, Diana Lerma, Christopher J. Lopez, Antonio Lozano Jr., Brandon Magana, Jossylin I. Marroquin, Wendy L. Martinez, Micah J. McCormack, Ivette G. McKenzie, David Medina, Guadalupe Mendez Jr., Alexa A. Meza, Joseph A. Montez Jr., John D. Morales, Pedro A. Moreno*, Zachary D. Murphy, Jesse Ortega, Daniela Ortiz, Isaac Perez Jr., Daniel A. Puente, Bryan G. Ramirez, Hunter L. Ramirez, Elizabeth A. Rivera, Luis M. Rizo, Emma A. Rollins, Jesus E. Romo Jr., Jesus C. Saenz, Zayra G. Salazar, Jesus O. Salinas, Christopher A. Sanchez, Luis Santos Jr., Nathaniel A. Scott, Clayton D. Sells, Diana L. Silva, Janet L. St. John, Greyson F. Towery, Josh L. Underbrink, Ismael Vela Chapa, Benjamin Villarreal Sr. and Bethany G. Walker Certificate Gabrielle N. Acosta, Roman W. Alexander, Adrian Avila, Samantha J. Bernal, Heather A. Brethauer, Marcella D. Cantera, Jordan Cantu, Ruben J. Castillo Jr., Joshua J. Charles Sr., Angel R. Cisneros, Marco A. Cumpian Sr., Kayla R. Deanda, William S. Dobie III, Cody R. Dubose, Kallie E. Duke, John C. Fazzino, Julia Franco, Anthony P. Garcia, Marcus A. Garcia, Robert R. Garcia, Joseph S. Gonzalez, Jose F. Guerrero, Javier Guevara, Vanessa N. Gutierrez, David A. Hernandez Sr., John F. Hernandez, Kendalynn Jones, Audrey J. Lara, Aaron A. Leal, Diana Lerma, Christopher J. Lopez*, Antonio Lozano Jr.*, Brandon Magana, Jossylin I. Marroquin, Wendy L. Martinez, Micah J. McCormack, Ivette G. McKenzie, David Medina, Guadalupe Mendez Jr., Alexa A. Meza, Joseph A. Montez Jr., John D. Morales, Pedro A. Moreno*, Zachary D. Murphy, Jesse Ortega, Daniela Ortiz, Isaac Perez Jr., Daniel A. Puente, Bryan G. Ramirez, Hunter L. Ramirez, Elizabeth A. Rivera, Luis M. Rizo, Emma A. Rollins, Jesus E. Romo Jr., Jesus C. Saenz, Zayra G. Salazar, Jesus O. Salinas, Christopher A. Sanchez, Luis Santos Jr., Nathaniel A. Scott, Clayton D. Sells, Diana L. Silva, Janet L. St John*, Greyson F. Towery, Josh L. Underbrink*, Ismael Vela Chapa, Benjamin Villarreal Sr. and Bethany G. Walker Occupational Skills Award Erik J. Carmona, Joseph A. Montez Jr. and Daniel A. Puente Industrial Technology Associate in Applied Science John W. Adami, Emilio Alonso, Jr. , Ethan G. Atkinson, Leonardo D. Barcenas, Javier L. Barrientes, Jack P. Barton*, Darrion Byars, Jessica Camacho, Izaiah I. Cantu, Reynaldo Cantu Jr., Priscilla J. Carrillo, Valentin D. Castaneda, Anthony M. Castillo, Adolfo B. Caudillo, Cameron M. De la Pena, Jacob G. De Los Santos, Veronica J. Delossantos, Bryan L. Dominguez, Lacey B. Fox, Mario A. Fuentes, Roger A. Garcia III*, Emily E. Garcia-Angel (SAP), Jordan X. Garza, Jorge E. Garza, Juan A. Garza IV, Steven M. Garza, Leonardo Granados, Sandra L. Gutierrez, Edward N. Guzman Burleson, Juan A. Hernandez, Brandon S. Hurley, Justice D. Imhoff, Miguel V. Jacobo, Brayden H. Kaiser, Mark E. Lara II, Ramon R. Lara, Alana K. Larson, Osvaldo Leon, Jr. (SAP), Gavan D. Lomas, Roel A. Lopez III, Julian A. Lugo, Olibia Lugo, Mason R. Luna, David N. Martinez, Irene D. Martinez, Micah S. Martinez, Thomas E. Martinez*, Lindsay J. Meade, Brian A. Mendez*, Eian M. Meza, Heron M. Moya Jr., Adam V. Nguyen, Brianna D. Noland, Jeremy S. Olivo, Elizabeth Pacheco , Benjamin Pena, Mark A. Pena, Dody Perales, Brandon D. Pham, Zachary J. Piedra, Nathaniel E. Ramirez, Albert T. Ramos*, Isabella M. Rector, Mathew J. Reyes* , Luis O. Rios Sr., Marshall L. Rivas, Ahmi M. Robertson, Danny Robledo*, Brandon L. Rodriguez, Brandy M. Rodriguez, Juliana M. Sanchez, Matthew T. Sheehan*, Andrew M. Sleet, Hunter K. Swearengin, Abraham Vazquez, Gregorio Vazquez Jr.*, John C. Vazquez, Tristan H. Vollmering, Brandon J. Walker, Gabriel Ybarra* and Zachary Zarbock* Certificate Mia G. Aguinaga, Darrion Byars, Valentin D. Castaneda, Francisco J. Colchado, Arturo Y. Diaz, Isaiah R. Diaz, Sophie A. Gaona, Daniel O. Garcia, Liv R. Garcia, Emily E. Garcia-Angel (SAP), Macy A. Gordon, Edward N. Guzman Burleson, Juan A. Hernandez, Justice D. Imhoff, Brayden H. Kaiser, Kelton C. Keys, Drayden H. Koenig, Mark E. Lara II, Ramon R. Lara, Isaiah Ledezma*, Osvaldo Leon, Jr. (SAP), Gavan D. Lomas, Robert L. Luna, Arnulfo F. Martinez Jr., Omar A. Mendez, Tristen S. Oberlender, Aiden J. Ochoa, Madalyn M. Parks, Benjamin Pena, Marcus L. Ramirez, Ahmi M. Robertson, Gavin C. Rodriguez, Luis E. Rogel, Victor Rojas Jr., Christopher Saldana Jr., Brenda Y. Sandoval*, Cristopher Y. Sandria, Ruben Tamez III, Oscar Z. Vazquez, Jesenya M. Vigue-Bryant, Jacob Villarreal, Tristan H. Vollmering, Remington J. Wright, Gerardo Yanez and Evan L. Ybarra Public Service Associate in Arts Candace R. Drake, Shagayla R. Hunter, Albert A. Montelongo- Wilmot Jr., Michelle L. Morrison, Brigitta H. Nicolay, Ernest S. Ruiz, Daniela A. Salinas, Olivia J. Tamez and Alfreda A. Tovar Associate in Applied Science Judy Aguinaga*, Aaron R. Armijo, Collin R. Barrientes, Anthony L. Bautista, Cynthia A. Calderon, Victor C. Canion Jr.*, Fermin C. Chapa, Monica Flores, Stefanie J. Garcia, Sulema Gutierrez, Sofia Jimenez (PTK, SAP, VV), Kaven B. Kocke, Orlando P. Longoria, Samantha A. Macke, Robert A. May III, Josette M. McClanahan, Jacob A. Mirabal, Martin Molina Jr., Christine M. Perez, Mary N. Ritchie, David C. Quintero, Lorynda Ramirez, Myranda A. Ramirez, Jeffrey K. Reid*, Briana M. Rodriguez, Mackenzie L. Scott, Leonard K. Seals Jr., Krystal D. Valle and Nury Zertuche Certificate David Acosta Jr., Giovanna M. Barrios, Odes Cain III*, Fermin C. Chapa Jr. *, Brittney C. Colunga, Christian I. Cruz, Armando Deleon Jr., Joseluis Dominguez, George N. Flores III, Richard L. Garcia II, Michael J. Garza*, Miguel A. Garza, Piper D. Gates, Jalen R. Gonzales, Jose M. Gonzales , Cruz A. Guel, Rose M. Hale, Andrew J. Harrod, Jacob J. Hernandez, Javier R. Hernandez, Roberto L. Hernandez Jr., Jared P. Hinojosa*, James S. Hostutler, Charles E. Hughes, Kaven B. Kocke, Phillip P. Krupa, Daniel L. Lopez, Jesse Lopez Jr.*, Gabriel L. Lozano, Mandy M. Martinez, Robert A. May III, Josette M. McClanahan, Jacob A. Mirabal, Matthew D. Moreau, Ivan G. Naranjo, Octavio R. Neave, Justin G. Parker, Daniel A. Perez, Francisco J. Perez Jr., Olga L. Pleitez Guardado, Krystina C. Ramirez, Nathaniel L. Ramirez*, Jacob A. Reyes, Riquelmo M. Reyes*, Mary N. Ritchie, Kevin A. Saenz, Mackenzie L. Scott, Juan D. Sanchez IV, Dandre A. Stingley*, Lee H. Tyler, Erin A. Vela (SAP), Oscar D. Vela, Albert E. Villarreal and Nury Zertuche Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Kinesiology and Education: Computer Science, Engineering and Advanced Technology Associate in Science David J. Cruz Jr., Theodore P. Donna, Dylan V. Flores, Edward G. Green*, Samuel J. Gutierrez, Ashton O. Stephens, Emmanuel Williams and Richard Zapata Associate in Applied Science Brian L. Cavazos, Veronica A. Contreras, Theodore P. Donna, Nathan L. Felt, Eric R. Garcia, James J. Hedge( SAP), Jacob M. Hinojosa, Miranda N. Matocha, John A. Ramirez and Kayleigh J. Reynolds Certificate Brian L. Cavazos, Veronica A. Contreras, Theodore P. Donna, Nathan L. Felt, Aleena J. Garcia, James J. Hedge (SAP), Jacob M. Hinojosa, Miranda N. Matocha, Jacob T. Ramirez Kayleigh J. Reynolds and Hermilo Rodriguez III Occupational Skills Award Carissa R. Ybarra Kinesiology and Education Associate in Arts Catherine J. Delgadillo, Amber D. Garcia, Ethan A. Hinojosa, Enrique Salazar* and Olivia G. Young Associate in Applied Science Ariana M. Arechiga, Brittany N. Iruegas, Belinda A. Medina, Analissa R. Naranjo and Sharisma A. Vincent Associate of Arts in Teaching Leila R. Arellano, Christina M. Callaway, Koren J. Cantu, Heather E. Galvan (SAP), Leticia D. Gomez, Hannah E. Hatch, Bianca E. Quezada, Kayla C. Rivas, Adelina M. Rodriguez, Nicole C. Roten, Abigail L. Sanchez and Briana D. Sanchez Natural Sciences Associate in Science Robert J. Alaniz, Araceli Barajas, Evelyn C. Contreras, Bryan S. Gallardo, Elijah N. Garcia, Gilbert N. Lametrie, Halie Leonard, Analis V. Lopez, Jacqueline N. Nicolay, Jessica A. Odom, Jillian A. Ruiz, Alyssa M. Saenz and Yasmin Ulloa Associate in Applied Science Alexa M. Kuchar and Trinity A. Storr Certificate Alexa M. Kuchar Coding Designations: * = Military Veteran DC = Dual Credit H = Honors Program VV = Viking Volunteer KP = Member, Kappa Pi - International Honor Art Fraternity PTK = Member, Phi Theta Kappa - International Honor Society of the Two Year College ABG = Member, Alpha Beta Gamma® _- International Business Honor Society SAP = Sigma Alpha Pi - National Society of Leadership and Success SKD = Sigma Kappa Delta - English Honor Society LEX = Lambda Epsilon Chi - National Paralegal Honor Society SPA = Sigma Phi Alpha - National Dental Hygiene Honor Society LN = Lambda Nu National Honor Society for Radiologic and Imaging Sciences ADN = Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society LB = Lambda Beta Society for Respiratory Care
- Del Mar College’s Nurse Education Department pins 55 RN degree completers during ceremony on Dec. 11 in Richardson Performance HallArticle by: Richard Guerrero, Jr. The long journey to a nursing credential is one step closer to completion for 76 graduates who were recognized at the Del Mar College Nurse Education Fall 2024 Pinning Ceremony on Dec. 11 in Richardson Performance Hall. During the traditional ceremony, department officials pinned 55 students who have completed requirements for the Registered Nurse (RN) Associate Degree. The program also included 16 graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Program as well as five graduates from the Licensed Vocational Nursing program. Dr. Casey Moebius, DMC Assistant Professor and Assistant Chairperson of the Department of Nurse Education, served as ceremony host, and Dr. Jennifer McWha, DMC Chairperson of the Department of Nurse Education and RN to BSN Program Director, provided opening remarks. Dr. Linda Earwood, ADN/LVN Program Director and DMC Assistant Professor, recognized the graduates. Emily Petrikas, a DMC instructor who is in her third year in the Nurse Education Department and is a Staff Nurse in the Emergency Department at Christus Spohn Hospital, will serve as the faculty speaker. Her talk addressed the topic of community as well as acting as agents of change in a dynamic and challenging health care environment. Petrikas encouraged the nursing graduates to advocate for better working conditions and to remain committed to bedside nursing, rather than leave the profession. “I challenge you to be the generation that demands safe working conditions, fair pay, collective bargaining. I challenge you to be the generation that doesn't leave the bedside. But brings us all back,” Petrikas said. In her address, Student Speaker Kristie Raspe acknowledged the challenges and stresses of nursing school, including sleepless nights, anxiety, and endless studying. She highlighted the importance of the nursing pin as a symbol of the dedication, perseverance, and compassion required to become a nurse. She also encouraged the new nurses to remember that their accomplishments are just the beginning as they now have patients to care for and policies to navigate. “We’re here because we've got the heart to help people. We’ve got the empathy to care for patients,” Raspe said, adding: “We're learning how to save lives to make a difference and to be there for people when they need us the most.” The students also recited the time-honored Florence Nightingale pledge: I solemnly pledge myself before God and in the presence of this assembly, to pass my life in purity and to practice my profession faithfully. I will abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous, and will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power to maintain and elevate the standard of my profession, and will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping and all family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling. With loyalty will I endeavor to aid the physician, in his work, and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care. The post-licensure RN to BSN Program allows current RNs who have already earned their associate degree from an accredited nursing program to take that next step to acquire the much-desired bachelor’s degree by many healthcare employers. The RN to BSN Program was launched by the Nurse Education Department in 2021. Additionally, the Nurse Education Department offers an Associate in Applied Science in Registered Nursing degree, along with a Vocational Nurse Certificate, LVN/Paramedic to RN Transition Associate in Applied Science degree and an Associate in Arts in Nurse Education degree. The Department of Nurse Education graduates will also take part in the DMC Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the American Bank Center, taking place on Friday, Dec. 13. Details can be found in the Viking News section of the College’s web site. The 76 Nurse Education graduates who were recognized at the ceremony are: BSN Graduates Alicia Arroyo, Victoria Avila, Ratna Boyd, Melissa Calderon, Abbey Castillo, Anya Charba, Dalila Gutierrez, Katrinia Hec, Vivian Le, Rhianna Majek, Patrick Morin, Crystal Proa, Jacob Ruiz, Felicia Schwenke, Salvador Segura, and Diana Varela-Segura LVN Graduates Steven Longoria, Veronica Luevano, Yesenia Medellin, Hannah Tjaden, and Courtney Wiley ADN Graduates Victoria Aguas Garcia, Christina Aguirre, Sabrina Arellano, Angelica Balonso, James Burdette, Shelly Burke, Kaitlin Cantu, Marissa Cardona, Jacquelyn Contreras, Kailey Cruz, Jasmine Davis, Ariana De La Paz, Stefanie Escobar, Amber Espiritu, Nerissa Garza, Sabrina Garza, Tjaden Handson, Romeo Hernandez, Yancey Hernandez, Stephanie Herrera, Araceli Jaimes, Susanna Jones, Samuel Lankford, Zhenbang Li, Brittany Lopez, Ezekiel Lopez, Marissa Lopez, Desmond Martinez, Marielena Martinez, Victoria Martinez, Isabel Melo, Natalie Merkord, Reagan Mikulec, Joanna Monreal, Veronica Muniz, Katelyn Odvina, Heather Ordunez, Cathalina Osornia, Lauren Padron, Valerie Perez, Alyna Quinones, Sarah Raffay, Audri Ramirez, Kristie Raspe, Miriam Romero, Robert Salinas, Emilia Sanchez, David Sawyer, Kristofer Segura II, Julienne Terrones, Taylor Treiber, Iliana Vaughan, Veronica Velasquez, Tabitha Viera, and Desiree Villarreal