Author: Mia Ortiz

A 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…

During the 89th Texas Legislature, Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 2024, 1313, and 1316 into law, each enforcing strict limitations on advertising, availability, and the depiction of nicotine products, like e-cigarettes, and hemp-derived cannabinoids in Texas. Along with criminal offenses, the laws go into effect Sept. 1. As the exponential rate of underaged smoking continues, the bills intend to prevent middle school and high school students from accessing e-cigarettes, including those “mixed with any cannabinoids, alcohol, kratom, kava, mushrooms, or a derivative of any of those items,” according to an SB 2024 amendment by Sen. Charles Perry. Targeted brands…

On all Del Mar College campuses, the Registrar’s Office has officially changed its name to the Student Records Office. The change was made to more clearly communicate which services are offered at the office and to help students navigate it easily. The office will continue to assist with adding/dropping courses, enrollment verification, requests for official transcripts, evaluation and articulation of transfer credits, applying for graduation, change of major, and updating personal information. The change is partly due to “Charting the Viking Way,” a 2024-2029 strategic plan introduced to communicate with, elevate, and cultivate the community of Del Mar. The office’s…

As the summer heat quickly approaches, Corpus Christi can cool down at Cole Park, home of the Bay Jammin’ concert and cinema series for the past 35 years. Settled between the ocean and the city’s skyline, it’s perfect entertainment for families, out-of-town visitors, and music lovers. Preparing to celebrate their annual event this summer, John “JJ” Nelson detailed what it’s like leading and organizing the series since its inception. “In ’89 I had lunch with the city’s Park and Rec … I said ‘Hey, let’s do something cool in that amphitheater. Let’s do concerts … so, if they have a…

The grand opening of the William F. White Jr. Library welcomes the community and students to celebrate its latest renovations on Thursday, April 10. After three years of construction, the White Library opened its doors again in January with new facilities and services for students on the Heritage Campus. To celebrate this milestone, Del Mar College President and CEO Dr. Mark Escamilla will be speaking at the event with the Chair of the Board of Regents Carol Scott, Dean of Learning Resources Cody Gregg, and the first Poet Laureate of Corpus Christi Alan Berecka. After a ribbon-cutting ceremony, attendees can…

Texas Rising’s Del Mar College chapter is hosting a meeting at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17 for all students who are interested in social issues like LGBTQIA+ rights, reproductive rights, environmental activism, and immigration. The chapter welcomes students interested in joining meetings and becoming an official member. Founded by the Texas Foundation Network in 2006, the Texas Rising organization has expanded to nearly 25 colleges and universities with the mission to raise political awareness among students. Since 2023, Del Mar College’s chapter continues to advocate for this mission by being active in our community and campus. “While Texas Rising focuses…