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Financial aid workshops coming up
Students to learn ins and outs of the process for applying Registration for spring classes is underway, and many students find themselves worrying about how to pay for their classes. Many are not aware they qualify for financial aid, or how to apply. “It was very easy,” said student Angel Abrego. “I thought it was going to be hard. I put off applying because I didn’t think I would get accepted. I was surprised at how easy it was.” The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, can be found at fafsa.ed.gov. The first step to applying for financial…
Students hit capital, meet legislators
The day started at 4:30 a.m. with 40-degree weather. Packed into two charter busses, about 50 students plus staff traveled to the granite steps of the Texas Capitol Building in Austin for Texas Community College Day. “The day is about giving the students an opportunity to interact with their state legislators,” said Rito Silva, vice president of student affairs. Mark Escamilla, president of Del Mar College, also made the Jan. 30 trip. “It’s a hustle-and-bustle kind of day. This is always one of the most enjoyable opportunities Del Mar has to offer. I love hosting the students and bringing them…
White Library construction coming to a close
Heritage Campus’s William F. White Jr. Library is expected to reopen sometime in spring of next year, with all planned services moved in and operational. According to John Strybos, Vice President and Chief Physical Facilities Officer for Del Mar College, the White library renovations are set to be complete in September of this year. As of Aug. 21, the college is awaiting the final certificate of occupancy from the city, with plans to begin moving in furniture by Sept. 3. The process of moving in the furniture is expected to take eight weeks. The official opening of the William F.…