Students with aptitude for science flock to Del Mar biology degree

Changes covers all forms of nicotine, takes effect in fall Samantha Douty Managing editor The Del Mar College Board of Regents, in a unanimous decision on May 12, approved a ban on all tobacco products on campus effective in the fall semester. “We are hoping that after the ban is put into place Del Mar will no longer focus on academics, but also encompass the mind, body and soul of our students,” said Del Mar College President Mark Escamilla. The ban will encompass all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, cigarettes, vaping pens, chewing tobacco and any other products or devices. “I am…

Ever heard of Valdar’s Market? This on-campus food pantry provides eligible Del Mar College students with access to various food and hygiene products. The food items provided for the students are there to allow students to make a meal with or just go in to grab some snacks. The food pantry doesn’t just offer food, but also provides personal hygiene products such as deodorant, shampoo and conditioner, shower gels, razors, dental floss, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hairbrushes, nail clippers, antibacterial ointment and first-aid products. Valdar’s Market has locations on all three campuses: on Heritage Campus in Harvin Center Room 112, on Oso…

A man who identified himself as only Evangelist James took his place in the free speech zone on Nov. 11 in front of the Heldenfels Administration Building on East Campus. Students walked by while James asked if they were saved or if they were on the path to hell. Some students claimed to know Satan or agreed they were going to hell, but they continued walking and didn’t comment further. “I know there are a lot of God haters on this campus that don’t want to hear this,” James said. “But you are slaves to sin.” Larry Adams, a student…