Day: February 17, 2015

  Samantha Douty Reporter At first glance, Alan Berecka may seem like an ordinary reference librarian. But unlike other reference librarians, Berecka, who works in the White Library on Del Mar College’s East Campus, is an “accidental poet.” “I started writing poetry when I heard Rudyard Kipling’s ‘If’ read to NFL highlights when I was in high school,” said Berecka, who said he read little poetry if any before that moment. “Poetry was my release and was much cheaper than therapy.” Berecka’s poetry contains stories of his childhood that are lighthearted and funny yet emotional. His poems range from religion…

  Steven Martinez Reporter   As the new semester starts to kick into high gear, the last thing on many students’ minds is how they are going to pay for their continuing education. But thanks to a wealth of scholarships and financial aid, students can easily apply for (practically) free money. “This academic year we processed and awarded over $1.3 million,” said Elsie Odon, scholarship coordinator for the DMC Center for Economic Development. Much of this money is generated through events sponsored by the Foundation such as the upcoming Bernie’s Famous Crawfish Boil and Fishing Tournament held annually. With a…