Author: Dylan Limas

Spring graduation is quickly approaching, which means that every student eligible to graduate this spring must fill out a graduation packet. The completed packet is due on Feb. 23. Here are a few things students should know before filling out the packet: Students must apply for graduation whether or not they plan to participate in commencement ceremonies. Students must apply for graduation to have their respective degrees/certificates recognized on their transcript. The graduation application and signed degree audit must be received together-in the same email. The degree audit will need an original signature, not a stamped signature from the adviser.…

Professor and reference librarian Alan Berecka has recently published a collection of poetry called “A Living is Not a Life: A Working Title,” adding to his growing list of works. Berecka, born in Utica, New York, in 1959, spent most of his childhood in neighboring Stittville. After graduating high school, he attended the University of Dallas where he earned his bachelor’s degree in literature. Berecka then attended graduate school at the University of North Texas where he earned his master’s in interdisciplinary studies. While at North Texas, Berecka received encouragement to publish his works from professors Les Palmer and Del…