Category: Features

Professor of History, Bryan Edward Stone, a distinguished faculty member at Del Mar College has been nominated for the 2024 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) of its annual Regional Awards. The DMC Board of Regents initiated the nomination, with Board Chair Carol Scott playing a key role is Stone’s nomination. “We celebrate his work and the representation of Del Mar’s many worthy faculty with this recognition,” said Scott Stone’s achievement is a testament to his remarkable career in academia and dedication to education. He has been recognized with several notable awards throughout his career. In 2019, Stone received the…

With the new school year underway, new waves of young men and women have hit the Del Mar College walkways, eager to enjoy the college experience. Unfortunately for some, part of that experience is a painful one: sexually transmitted infections Employees of the Women’s and Men’s Health Services of the Coastal Bend have been setting up a kiosk in the Harvin Center with informational pamphlets, condoms, and more, hoping to educate students regarding sexual health, and stop the spread of STIs. Christina Bonner, Chief Operating Officer of WAMHS, encourages students to utilize the services offered by the clinics. “Most of…

Navigating through life with love and support Editor’s Note: Due to the nature and sensitivity of mental health, we have chosen not to reveal last names of the participants in this story. This is part 2 of 2. Common mental health disorders for Latinos include anxiety disorder, major depression, PTSD and substance abuse, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Cultural taboos and stigmas keep many in the Latino community from seeking help. The perception, according to an article on Medical News Today, is that seeking outside help is inappropriate, embarrassing or even shameful.  The article adds that potential…

Overcoming the stigma of mental health in the Latino community Editor’s Note: Due to the sensitivity of mental health issues, we have chosen not to reveal last names of the participants in this story. This is part 1 of 2. For many children, the spectacle of watching your parents get ready for a night on the town can be a bit overwhelming to the senses. The preparation in front of the mirror, the selection of the right outfits and the aromas of overlapping perfumes and colognes leave a memorable impression in a child’s life.  Most often, this memory of confusion…