Author: Mia Ortiz

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…