When it comes to writing essays or the perfect research paper, the Writing Center on campus can help. Undria Wilson has more in this Bobcat Update.
The Writing Center is a facility established to help students learn how to structure a paper and improve their grammar skills. The center offers writing workshops, individual and group tutoring sessions and a thesis boot camp for undergraduate and graduate students. Tutor Barrie (Berry) McGee suggests students take advantage of the center's services.
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Tutor A.R. says the Writing Center is a great asset for students. The first step is making an appointment.
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Students can go online at the-writing-center-dot-t-x-state-dot-e-d-u to request a same-day appointment. The Writing Center is located at A-S-B-N 1-0-1 across from the Den. Come in and grab a free cup of coffee, study in a quiet place or finish last-minute assignments in the computer lab. Remember, improving your chances an A paper is just one click away!
For Bobcat Update, I'm Undria Wilson.
Bobcat Update, a student-produced newscast recapping events at Texas State University, and is available for viewing on YouTube.
3/31/16
3/29/16
Daniela Gavarrete
A big change is coming to Instagram users' post feed. Daniela Gavarrete has the story in this Bobcat Update
With more than 400-million users, Instagram is making changes to accommodate the interests of its predominantly 18-to-34-year-old user demographic. Rather than a chronological timeline, the app's algorithm will now sort and choose posts based on the user's activity.
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Many users are urging their followers to turn on notifications for their posts so followers receive an alert every time they post. There's concern that the users' posts might be drowned out by more popular ones.
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For accounts with a big number of likes and followers, such as the official Texas State Instagram, the change might come as a benefit.
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But for regular users, the algorithm change might be an inconvenience because of the extra steps required to keep up with their peers' posts.
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What is currently a mixed feed of selfies, throwback Thursdays, and memes, will soon transition into what Instagram finds the most relevant for you. May the best content win. For Bobcat Update, I'm Daniela Gavarrete.
With more than 400-million users, Instagram is making changes to accommodate the interests of its predominantly 18-to-34-year-old user demographic. Rather than a chronological timeline, the app's algorithm will now sort and choose posts based on the user's activity.
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Many users are urging their followers to turn on notifications for their posts so followers receive an alert every time they post. There's concern that the users' posts might be drowned out by more popular ones.
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For accounts with a big number of likes and followers, such as the official Texas State Instagram, the change might come as a benefit.
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But for regular users, the algorithm change might be an inconvenience because of the extra steps required to keep up with their peers' posts.
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What is currently a mixed feed of selfies, throwback Thursdays, and memes, will soon transition into what Instagram finds the most relevant for you. May the best content win. For Bobcat Update, I'm Daniela Gavarrete.
Matthew Hamill
The Bobcat Football team is going through spring practice under a new coaching staff. Bobcat Update's Matthew Hamill met some of the new coaches and files this report:
Looking to right the wrongs of last season, the Bobcat football team is off to a fresh start -- owing in part to new coaching staff including Head Coach Everett Withers. The team's new Defensive Coordinator, Randall McCray, says his unit will need to play with a lot more energy.
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New offensive coordinator Brett Elliot says players must compete for every position, even the quarterback spot.
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Coach Elliot spent three seasons as Coach Withers' Offensive Coordinator at James Madison University. Elliot says he has a lot of chemistry with the first-year Bobcat head coach
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As for Coach McCray, he says he and his staff are trying to do more than just coach football.
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Looking to right the wrongs of last season, the Bobcat football team is off to a fresh start -- owing in part to new coaching staff including Head Coach Everett Withers. The team's new Defensive Coordinator, Randall McCray, says his unit will need to play with a lot more energy.
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New offensive coordinator Brett Elliot says players must compete for every position, even the quarterback spot.
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Coach Elliot spent three seasons as Coach Withers' Offensive Coordinator at James Madison University. Elliot says he has a lot of chemistry with the first-year Bobcat head coach
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As for Coach McCray, he says he and his staff are trying to do more than just coach football.
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3/28/16
Veronica Ramirez
A planned demonstration against a leader of the Black Lives Matters movement fell short of expectations for those who anticipated a protest. It didn't happen. No protestors showed up -- only supporters did. Veronica Ramirez has more in this Bobcat Update.
Last week it was announced that the co-founder of the twitter-hashtag-Black-Lives-matter-movement, would be speaking on March 28th at Texas State. Opal Tometi's planned appearance was met by some resistance. A flyer protesting the movement circulated on campus and was discussed on Twitter.
Though no one was identified as the responsible party for the flyer, it encouraged students who viewed the Black Lives Matter movement as dangerous and violent to join others who shared their views to protest against Tometi.
Anticipating protestors, the university police made sure the campus was secured. They didn't want anyone to be harmed or for the speaker to be disrupted.
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With police present, and students lining up to hear Tometi speak, there were no protestors to be found in or near the student center.
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One student says despite the protest rumors, he was looking forward to listening to Tometi whose message is sometimes misunderstood.
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Regardless of the concerns sparked by the flyer, it certainly didn't stop students from coming to support Tometi and the Black Lives Movement. For Bobcat Update, I'm Veronica Ramirez.
Last week it was announced that the co-founder of the twitter-hashtag-Black-Lives-matter-movement, would be speaking on March 28th at Texas State. Opal Tometi's planned appearance was met by some resistance. A flyer protesting the movement circulated on campus and was discussed on Twitter.
Though no one was identified as the responsible party for the flyer, it encouraged students who viewed the Black Lives Matter movement as dangerous and violent to join others who shared their views to protest against Tometi.
Anticipating protestors, the university police made sure the campus was secured. They didn't want anyone to be harmed or for the speaker to be disrupted.
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With police present, and students lining up to hear Tometi speak, there were no protestors to be found in or near the student center.
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One student says despite the protest rumors, he was looking forward to listening to Tometi whose message is sometimes misunderstood.
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Regardless of the concerns sparked by the flyer, it certainly didn't stop students from coming to support Tometi and the Black Lives Movement. For Bobcat Update, I'm Veronica Ramirez.
Victoria Ogden
The San Marcos City Council has been working on proposals to prevent future flooding. Victoria Ogden has more in this Bobcat Update.
It's business as usual in San Marcos. The Blanco and San Marcos Rivers are flowing. Residents are enjoying the water again. But there are reminders of an unpleasant past.
Severe weather in 2015 caused two devastating floods in San Marcos… causing the closure of parks and highways and about 400 homes were flooded. Local government leaders traveled to Washington D-C in December to meet with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to discuss the flooding problems the city has had, and they asked for funding to assist in repair and prevention. Their efforts paid off in that the city has received aya 25-million dollar grant.
City Councilman John Thomaides says this wouldn't have been possible without the effective lobbying efforts of his colleagues and the support of Congressman Lloyd Doggett. Now that the funds have been secured, the planning phase is about to begin. There are many options the city might take.
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Moving forward, the city hopes to incorporate the community in the planning process.
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The flood prevention project is a top priority.
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The council hopes to have a detailed timeline and plan by the end of this year. For Bobcat Update, I'm Victoria Ogden.
It's business as usual in San Marcos. The Blanco and San Marcos Rivers are flowing. Residents are enjoying the water again. But there are reminders of an unpleasant past.
Severe weather in 2015 caused two devastating floods in San Marcos… causing the closure of parks and highways and about 400 homes were flooded. Local government leaders traveled to Washington D-C in December to meet with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to discuss the flooding problems the city has had, and they asked for funding to assist in repair and prevention. Their efforts paid off in that the city has received aya 25-million dollar grant.
City Councilman John Thomaides says this wouldn't have been possible without the effective lobbying efforts of his colleagues and the support of Congressman Lloyd Doggett. Now that the funds have been secured, the planning phase is about to begin. There are many options the city might take.
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Moving forward, the city hopes to incorporate the community in the planning process.
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The flood prevention project is a top priority.
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The council hopes to have a detailed timeline and plan by the end of this year. For Bobcat Update, I'm Victoria Ogden.
3/27/16
Alan Espejel
When it comes to food, San Marcos residents have plenty to choose from. The city has many well known national franchises like McDonald's and Chile's, and it has several local entrepreneurs. The Hitch is an example of the latter. Alan Espejel reports in this Bobcat Update.
At the corner of C-M Allen and East Hopkins you'll find The Hitch mobile eatery, a collection of food trucks run by some of San Marcos' most dedicated entrepreneurs. Day by day, these men and women strive to provide fresh, quality food for hungry residents.
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These food truck owners understand that they have a lot of competition and know that one bad day at the grill can cost them their entire business.
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Brandon Moran, owner of the Smoked Out Barbecue food truck, says it's difficult to make a living running a business. Yet, he realizes just how fortunate he is to have his spot at The Hitch and is making the most of his opportunities.
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Brandon and the other owners work hard to provide their customers the best meals possible. Customers have plenty to choose from at The Hitch, even if some say they would prefer a healthier option.
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Still, customers understand and appreciate all the work that these men and women go through to make their meals the best they can be. Business is good and customer's are often left satisfied with their choice.
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From pitas to porchettas, from burgers to barbeque; The Hitch has everything San Martians could ever want and more. For Bobcat Update, I'm Alan Espejel.
At the corner of C-M Allen and East Hopkins you'll find The Hitch mobile eatery, a collection of food trucks run by some of San Marcos' most dedicated entrepreneurs. Day by day, these men and women strive to provide fresh, quality food for hungry residents.
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These food truck owners understand that they have a lot of competition and know that one bad day at the grill can cost them their entire business.
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Brandon Moran, owner of the Smoked Out Barbecue food truck, says it's difficult to make a living running a business. Yet, he realizes just how fortunate he is to have his spot at The Hitch and is making the most of his opportunities.
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Brandon and the other owners work hard to provide their customers the best meals possible. Customers have plenty to choose from at The Hitch, even if some say they would prefer a healthier option.
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Still, customers understand and appreciate all the work that these men and women go through to make their meals the best they can be. Business is good and customer's are often left satisfied with their choice.
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From pitas to porchettas, from burgers to barbeque; The Hitch has everything San Martians could ever want and more. For Bobcat Update, I'm Alan Espejel.
Jordan McFeders
There's a new hookah lounge in town, and many people are wondering what it has to offer. Jordan McFeders has the story in this Bobcat Update.
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A hookah is a water pipe that is used to smoke flavored and sweetened tobacco. San Marcos already has a few hookah lounges, but all the buzz seems to be about the new one on Aquarena Springs called Bad Habits Hookah Lounge. Chief Operational Officer Ericson says the lounge stands apart from the rest.
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Some students say they like Bad Habits' affordable prices.
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From an artistic setting to great music, Bad Habits Hookah Lounge strives to create the perfect environment for people to enjoy their hookah.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Jordan McFeders.
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A hookah is a water pipe that is used to smoke flavored and sweetened tobacco. San Marcos already has a few hookah lounges, but all the buzz seems to be about the new one on Aquarena Springs called Bad Habits Hookah Lounge. Chief Operational Officer Ericson says the lounge stands apart from the rest.
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Some students say they like Bad Habits' affordable prices.
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From an artistic setting to great music, Bad Habits Hookah Lounge strives to create the perfect environment for people to enjoy their hookah.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Jordan McFeders.
Tessa Andrade
Campus carry becomes law on August 1st. Once the law goes into affect students and faculty who have their concealed handgun license can bring their handguns into classrooms. Tessa Andrade speaks with students and faculty who plan to have their concealed handguns on campus.
Texas Senate Bill 11 allows people with concealed handgun license to carry concealed handguns in permitted areas on campus. Although there have been passionate arguments on both sides, many students say they feel safer knowing they will be able to have their guns on campus.
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Some of the Veterans at Texas State say they can now stop a possible threatening situation if needed to.
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Gun owners who have children say gun education is very important.
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Holders of concealed handgun licenses in Texas have been able to carry concealed handguns on campus, but not in buildings, since 1995. For Bobcat Update I'm Tessa Andrade.
Texas Senate Bill 11 allows people with concealed handgun license to carry concealed handguns in permitted areas on campus. Although there have been passionate arguments on both sides, many students say they feel safer knowing they will be able to have their guns on campus.
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Some of the Veterans at Texas State say they can now stop a possible threatening situation if needed to.
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Gun owners who have children say gun education is very important.
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Holders of concealed handgun licenses in Texas have been able to carry concealed handguns on campus, but not in buildings, since 1995. For Bobcat Update I'm Tessa Andrade.
Au'Bryana Johnson
San Marcos has added a few attractions to the downtown area that may appeal to art enthusiasts. Au'Bryana Johnson has more in this Bobcat Update.
Four art galleries in downtown San Marcos are open for business. The newest of the galleries is the one named for Dahlia Woods on North L-B-J Drive.
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The other three galleries -- Rio Claro Studio, 218 Studios, and Café Monet -- are more established. Artists are able to submit their work for display at the galleries, and visitors may purchase any of the pieces.
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Coordinator of The Main Street Program, (inserts name), says she hopes more galleries will open in downtown San Marcos.
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Each of the galleries is within walking distance of the others making it easy for customers to visit all four.
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Four art galleries in downtown San Marcos are open for business. The newest of the galleries is the one named for Dahlia Woods on North L-B-J Drive.
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The other three galleries -- Rio Claro Studio, 218 Studios, and Café Monet -- are more established. Artists are able to submit their work for display at the galleries, and visitors may purchase any of the pieces.
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Coordinator of The Main Street Program, (inserts name), says she hopes more galleries will open in downtown San Marcos.
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Each of the galleries is within walking distance of the others making it easy for customers to visit all four.
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Laura Carr
Texas State University has a beautiful campus in a picturesque city, and the effort it takes to keep them that way has been recognized. Laura Carr tell us more in this Bobcat Update.
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Texas State University and the City of San Marcos have been chosen for the Texas Environmental Excellence Award, which recognizes local innovative projects that protect natural resources. The university and city are being honored for their dedication to restoring and maintaining the San Marcos River and for protecting natural water resources. The river and the springs that form it make the area distinctive.
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The future of San Marcos and Texas State University is very much tied to the river.
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It requires commitment to keep the city not only beautiful, but also resourceful. Willingness to do the work helps set San Marcos apart from other cities. For Bobcat Update, I'm Laura Carr.
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Texas State University and the City of San Marcos have been chosen for the Texas Environmental Excellence Award, which recognizes local innovative projects that protect natural resources. The university and city are being honored for their dedication to restoring and maintaining the San Marcos River and for protecting natural water resources. The river and the springs that form it make the area distinctive.
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The future of San Marcos and Texas State University is very much tied to the river.
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It requires commitment to keep the city not only beautiful, but also resourceful. Willingness to do the work helps set San Marcos apart from other cities. For Bobcat Update, I'm Laura Carr.
Elizabeth Millner
On the fifth floor of the L-B-J Student Center, Texas State students can receive help at Career Services. In this Bobcat Update, Elizabeth Millner reports on the steps that can be taken to prepare for a job interview.
Practicing for job interviews can be intimidating. However, Career Services makes the process less overwhelming.
Before students meet with potential employers, they can meet with career counselors to improve their resumes, cover letters and interviewing skills.
The Associate Director of Career Services, Ralph Leal, says employers will always ask one simple question at every interview.
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Leal says it's important for students to do their research and be prepared not only to answer questions during an interview but to ask questions as well.
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Although face-to-face interviews are very common, interviews might be conducted over the phone or through an online video stream. A new link on the Career Services website named interview-stream-dot-com allows students to conduct online interviews and then review them to correct any mistakes they may have made.
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SU: Online resources such as interviewstream.com give students another opportunity to practice for interviews before meeting with potential employers.
After preparing for a job interview, looking professional is the next step. If you are unsure of how to dress professionally for an interview, you are able to rent business professional attire from Career Services. The clothing is free to all Texas State students and must be dry cleaned when returned to the Career Closet. For Bobcat Update, I'm Elizabeth Millner.
Practicing for job interviews can be intimidating. However, Career Services makes the process less overwhelming.
Before students meet with potential employers, they can meet with career counselors to improve their resumes, cover letters and interviewing skills.
The Associate Director of Career Services, Ralph Leal, says employers will always ask one simple question at every interview.
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Leal says it's important for students to do their research and be prepared not only to answer questions during an interview but to ask questions as well.
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Although face-to-face interviews are very common, interviews might be conducted over the phone or through an online video stream. A new link on the Career Services website named interview-stream-dot-com allows students to conduct online interviews and then review them to correct any mistakes they may have made.
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SU: Online resources such as interviewstream.com give students another opportunity to practice for interviews before meeting with potential employers.
After preparing for a job interview, looking professional is the next step. If you are unsure of how to dress professionally for an interview, you are able to rent business professional attire from Career Services. The clothing is free to all Texas State students and must be dry cleaned when returned to the Career Closet. For Bobcat Update, I'm Elizabeth Millner.
3/24/16
Juliana Darner
Grocery shopping can be stressful, but at the big H-E-B in San Marcos, it doesn't have to be. Especially when you're buying pizza. Julie Darner has more with this Bobcat Update.
The frozen pizza aisle is a familiar place to most grocery shoppers, but it doesn't draw an audience like Sherlon Jackson does. She's not an ordinary salesperson.
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She is the pizza lady.
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It's difficult to ignore her.
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And her work ethic gets results. Jackson recently sold over 450 pizzas in one day. She has been number one in pizza sales for H-E-B for four months. Other stores try to compete with her, but that just motivates her more. Customers say they hear about her across the country.
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Even with her growing popularity, the pizza lady still makes sure her regulars are taken care of. She even says she's the Bobcats' number-one fan.
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If her free samples don't satisfy you, you can rely on her singing and dancing for entertainment.
The Pizza Lady says that she can sell water to the devil, and she would like to prove it to you.
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The frozen pizza aisle is a familiar place to most grocery shoppers, but it doesn't draw an audience like Sherlon Jackson does. She's not an ordinary salesperson.
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She is the pizza lady.
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It's difficult to ignore her.
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And her work ethic gets results. Jackson recently sold over 450 pizzas in one day. She has been number one in pizza sales for H-E-B for four months. Other stores try to compete with her, but that just motivates her more. Customers say they hear about her across the country.
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Even with her growing popularity, the pizza lady still makes sure her regulars are taken care of. She even says she's the Bobcats' number-one fan.
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If her free samples don't satisfy you, you can rely on her singing and dancing for entertainment.
The Pizza Lady says that she can sell water to the devil, and she would like to prove it to you.
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3/23/16
Anthony Balladares
The Texas State football team had its pro day yesterday at Bobcat Stadium. Anthony Balladares has more in this Bobcat Update.
Several N-F-L scouts observed the Texas State senior players going through a series of drills to test strength, agility and speed. Pro day offers players who have exhausted their four years of athletic eligibility a chance to showcase their individual talents in front of professional scouts. The players hope the try out will improve the likelihood of being drafted by an N-F-L team. Pro day also included coaches and family members. Texas State senior linebacker Trent McGowan's parents were front and center watching their son audition for the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs and the newly relocated Los Angeles Rams.
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Two surprise guests showed up for the try outs. Alumni and current N-F-L players Craig Mager and Joplo Bartu offered a few pointers to show the players what helped them when they were trying to impress scouts. Bartu is now a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Participating in the pro day does not guarantee being drafted by an N-F-L team. But, even if they aren't picked, the players will still have options.
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Regardless of the journey that lies ahead, pro day is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for players to show teams their unique abilities. And who knows? Maybe the next time we see these players on a football field, it'll be on a Sunday afternoon in the fall.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Anthony Balladares.
Several N-F-L scouts observed the Texas State senior players going through a series of drills to test strength, agility and speed. Pro day offers players who have exhausted their four years of athletic eligibility a chance to showcase their individual talents in front of professional scouts. The players hope the try out will improve the likelihood of being drafted by an N-F-L team. Pro day also included coaches and family members. Texas State senior linebacker Trent McGowan's parents were front and center watching their son audition for the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs and the newly relocated Los Angeles Rams.
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Two surprise guests showed up for the try outs. Alumni and current N-F-L players Craig Mager and Joplo Bartu offered a few pointers to show the players what helped them when they were trying to impress scouts. Bartu is now a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Participating in the pro day does not guarantee being drafted by an N-F-L team. But, even if they aren't picked, the players will still have options.
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Regardless of the journey that lies ahead, pro day is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for players to show teams their unique abilities. And who knows? Maybe the next time we see these players on a football field, it'll be on a Sunday afternoon in the fall.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Anthony Balladares.
Kiersten Ehr
The Texas State baseball and softball season is in full swing. Kiersten (AIR) Ehr has more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State students can support the baseball and softball teams by going to home games and cheering on the Bobcats. Logan Lozano says the teams rely on student support.
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Students can swipe in with their student I-D cards when they attend games, which automatically enrolls them in the Promise of Pride rewards program. This program is sponsored by the athletics program and gives students free Texas State merchandise for the games they attend. The key is to attend a lot of games for the best prizes.
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Students who attend six games can get a super cat headband-- 24 games with a free Bobcat pride tank top--48 games with a Texas State beach towel--and last but not least for the gold level at 60 games a Texas State item signed by a Texas State head coach.
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To claim your free prize for Promise of Pride, you can visit the Texas State Athletic Department in the Darren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex. The building is located on the corner of Charles Austin Drive and Aquarena Springs Drive attached to Strahan Coliseum.
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Irma Levrie says student body attendance is very important - especially during the football season when bowl eligibility relies on the number of students attending games.
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Mark Osmena says attending Texas State baseball and softball games is a nice break away from the classroom.
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For a list of upcoming baseball and softball games, you can visit the teams' website at t-x-state-bobcats-dot-com.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Kiersten Ehr.
Texas State students can support the baseball and softball teams by going to home games and cheering on the Bobcats. Logan Lozano says the teams rely on student support.
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Students can swipe in with their student I-D cards when they attend games, which automatically enrolls them in the Promise of Pride rewards program. This program is sponsored by the athletics program and gives students free Texas State merchandise for the games they attend. The key is to attend a lot of games for the best prizes.
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Students who attend six games can get a super cat headband-- 24 games with a free Bobcat pride tank top--48 games with a Texas State beach towel--and last but not least for the gold level at 60 games a Texas State item signed by a Texas State head coach.
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To claim your free prize for Promise of Pride, you can visit the Texas State Athletic Department in the Darren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex. The building is located on the corner of Charles Austin Drive and Aquarena Springs Drive attached to Strahan Coliseum.
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Irma Levrie says student body attendance is very important - especially during the football season when bowl eligibility relies on the number of students attending games.
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Mark Osmena says attending Texas State baseball and softball games is a nice break away from the classroom.
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For a list of upcoming baseball and softball games, you can visit the teams' website at t-x-state-bobcats-dot-com.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Kiersten Ehr.
3/22/16
Jasmin Carranza
A local business is helping San Marcos residents with the ultimate Do-it-yourself project. Jasmin Carranza has more in this Bobcat Update.
Home brewing is a popular trend, and the Home Brew Supply is helping promote it.
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Located on the square at 130 East San Antonio Street, Home Brew offers all the supplies you need to begin your beer-making venture. For those who are interested in learning what goes into making beer, there are monthly beer camps which include brewing demonstrations and lessons on the basics.
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Texas State student and beer enthusiast, T-K Phelps, has worked with Home Brew Supply to help start a beer brewing club on campus called BrewCats. It's for students who are interested in learning how to brew.
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Home Brew Supply and BrewCats are just two of many options for beer lovers in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update I'm Jasmin Carranza.
Home brewing is a popular trend, and the Home Brew Supply is helping promote it.
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Located on the square at 130 East San Antonio Street, Home Brew offers all the supplies you need to begin your beer-making venture. For those who are interested in learning what goes into making beer, there are monthly beer camps which include brewing demonstrations and lessons on the basics.
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Texas State student and beer enthusiast, T-K Phelps, has worked with Home Brew Supply to help start a beer brewing club on campus called BrewCats. It's for students who are interested in learning how to brew.
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Home Brew Supply and BrewCats are just two of many options for beer lovers in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update I'm Jasmin Carranza.
3/21/16
Manuel Garcia
Dogs -- they're known as man's best friend. They often have unique talents and can make life more meaningful for their human companions. Bobcat Update's Manuel Garcia tells us about a dog that is helping a Texas State student.
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And they bark.
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Vandila Thompson is a general studies senior at Texas State University and has had Storm since she was a little puppy.
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Thompson says she chose Texas State because she liked the flow of the campus.
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After graduation, Thompson says she wants to celebrate graduation with her boyfriend by going on a trip.
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Thompson describes how Storm has affected her life.
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At first glance, Storm might appear like a regular dog, but Storm is actually a trained service dog and helps Thompson when she has seizures.
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Storm is prepared for Thompson's seizures because of special training.
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The seizures can be traumatic.
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Storm is always at the ready, and Thompson considers Storm her lucky charm.
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Thompson describes how important Storm has been in her life.
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Thompson encourages the public to know how to deal with fraud service dogs and how to deal with untrained dogs.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Manuel Garcia.
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They wag
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And they bark.
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Vandila Thompson is a general studies senior at Texas State University and has had Storm since she was a little puppy.
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Thompson says she chose Texas State because she liked the flow of the campus.
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After graduation, Thompson says she wants to celebrate graduation with her boyfriend by going on a trip.
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Thompson describes how Storm has affected her life.
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At first glance, Storm might appear like a regular dog, but Storm is actually a trained service dog and helps Thompson when she has seizures.
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Storm is prepared for Thompson's seizures because of special training.
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The seizures can be traumatic.
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Storm is always at the ready, and Thompson considers Storm her lucky charm.
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Thompson describes how important Storm has been in her life.
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Thompson encourages the public to know how to deal with fraud service dogs and how to deal with untrained dogs.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Manuel Garcia.
3/14/16
Brett Ellis
Paying the bills can be a challenge for Texas State students, leading some to take jobs that have challenges all their own. Brett Ellis explains, in this Bobcat Update.
Call it sex work. At Texas State, there are students who -- in some form or fashion -- sell their bodies to make a living. Go-Go Dancers, Sugar Babies, Strippers -- these are jobs that, for some, help pay for tuition and rent.
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Personal responsibilities often lead them to their line of work.
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Some say they'd prefer not being judged for the choices they've made.
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Most fear possible social repercussions.
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But they are all people.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Brett Ellis.
Call it sex work. At Texas State, there are students who -- in some form or fashion -- sell their bodies to make a living. Go-Go Dancers, Sugar Babies, Strippers -- these are jobs that, for some, help pay for tuition and rent.
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Personal responsibilities often lead them to their line of work.
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Some say they'd prefer not being judged for the choices they've made.
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Most fear possible social repercussions.
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But they are all people.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Brett Ellis.
Katy Fordyce
To some San Marcos residents, The Price Center is a place to practice chair yoga and to others it's seen as a historic wedding ballroom. But for Ron and Marie Jager, The Price center is a building that represents opportunity for anyone and everyone no matter what the age. Katy Fordyce has more in this Bobcat Update.
SU: If you've driven through downtown San Marcos, then you've probably driven passed the Price Center but what you may not know is that this building is built upon love for the community and love for theater.
William Shakespeare wrote, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players.." This is true for Ron and Marie Jager, who are the true stars of the show at the Price Center.
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The Jagers have been married for 64 years and they've shared a love for the arts since their love story began in 1952. Ron says he and his wife brought musical theater to San Marcos after Marie set an all-time record at The University of Texas for winning first place for four consecutive years in a one-act play contest.
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Over the years Marie has helped design sets for the shows that Ron directs, and she even designed some of the dresses in Ron's 1985 production of Falderol. The Jagers have co-directed many shows at The Price Center, but Marie says the one that stands out to her is To Kill a Mockingbird, because she got to take the stage again and play the old woman character.
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Every summer the Price Center hosts the Lee Colee Summer Music Theater Boot Camp for young performers, ages 8 to 17, and this year the musical, Oklahoma, will be performed. The Price Center was not always home to community theatrical productions. In 1993 the building played the role of a vacant old church that the city considered tearing down until H.Y. Price, Jr. bought and donated it back to the city, in hopes that the building would be used for youth and/or senior citizen programs after he passed.
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Determined to carry out Price's legacy, Ron and Marie declared that the show must go on and assumed full responsibility for the renovation in 1999. The building fund began when the Jagers were approached by movie producers to use their house for a funeral scene in a Martin Sheen movie.
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Today the renovated building stands tall on 222 West San Antonio Street in San Marcos. The Price Center serves as an opportunity center, a senior citizens center and a Tea Room for the city of San Marcos. The Jagers originally moved to San Marcos to bring the city musical theatrical productions and as for Marie, she says she will continue to give back to her community as long as the river keeps flowing.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Katy Fordyce.
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SU: If you've driven through downtown San Marcos, then you've probably driven passed the Price Center but what you may not know is that this building is built upon love for the community and love for theater.
William Shakespeare wrote, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players.." This is true for Ron and Marie Jager, who are the true stars of the show at the Price Center.
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The Jagers have been married for 64 years and they've shared a love for the arts since their love story began in 1952. Ron says he and his wife brought musical theater to San Marcos after Marie set an all-time record at The University of Texas for winning first place for four consecutive years in a one-act play contest.
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Over the years Marie has helped design sets for the shows that Ron directs, and she even designed some of the dresses in Ron's 1985 production of Falderol. The Jagers have co-directed many shows at The Price Center, but Marie says the one that stands out to her is To Kill a Mockingbird, because she got to take the stage again and play the old woman character.
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Every summer the Price Center hosts the Lee Colee Summer Music Theater Boot Camp for young performers, ages 8 to 17, and this year the musical, Oklahoma, will be performed. The Price Center was not always home to community theatrical productions. In 1993 the building played the role of a vacant old church that the city considered tearing down until H.Y. Price, Jr. bought and donated it back to the city, in hopes that the building would be used for youth and/or senior citizen programs after he passed.
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Determined to carry out Price's legacy, Ron and Marie declared that the show must go on and assumed full responsibility for the renovation in 1999. The building fund began when the Jagers were approached by movie producers to use their house for a funeral scene in a Martin Sheen movie.
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Today the renovated building stands tall on 222 West San Antonio Street in San Marcos. The Price Center serves as an opportunity center, a senior citizens center and a Tea Room for the city of San Marcos. The Jagers originally moved to San Marcos to bring the city musical theatrical productions and as for Marie, she says she will continue to give back to her community as long as the river keeps flowing.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Katy Fordyce.
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3/13/16
Macy Neel
Campus Carry will go into effect in August at Texas State. Under the new law, students will be allowed to carry concealed handguns on campus with only a few restrictions. Macy Neel has more in this Bobcat Update.
Carve-out zones are a vital part of how the campus carry laws will be applied at Texas State, but most students do not know what they are.
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Carve-out zones are places where guns will not be allowed.
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The carve-out zones include places that children would be, such as the Child Development Center, the Speech-Language-Hearing and physical therapy clinic, or anywhere summer activities or camps will be held. Guns will also not be allowed at the Student Health Center, the President's house and locations used for sporting events or polling.
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Most students agree with where the carve-out zones are placed.
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Some students believe that carve-out zones should also be extended to classrooms and residence halls.
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To learn more about the carve-out zones at Texas State, go to the Office of the President's website. For Bobcat Update, I'm Macy Neel.
Carve-out zones are a vital part of how the campus carry laws will be applied at Texas State, but most students do not know what they are.
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Carve-out zones are places where guns will not be allowed.
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The carve-out zones include places that children would be, such as the Child Development Center, the Speech-Language-Hearing and physical therapy clinic, or anywhere summer activities or camps will be held. Guns will also not be allowed at the Student Health Center, the President's house and locations used for sporting events or polling.
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Most students agree with where the carve-out zones are placed.
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Some students believe that carve-out zones should also be extended to classrooms and residence halls.
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To learn more about the carve-out zones at Texas State, go to the Office of the President's website. For Bobcat Update, I'm Macy Neel.
DahLyah Jones
The Student Health Center may soon be expanded. DaLyah Jones has more in this Bobcat Update.
It's obvious from all of the construction on campus that Texas State is growing, and the Student Health Center is attempting to keep up -- by meeting the needs of an ever-increasing student population. Assistant Director Karen Gordon-Sosby says she and the health center staff are looking forward to some much needed changes.
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Sosby says the building will be enlarged to increase the number of physicians and specialists who can work on campus.
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Sosby says construction could possibly begin as soon as 2018.
Texas State Student Laurasia Thomas says the health center offers a wide variety of services, but there's always room for improvement.
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Texas State Student Briana Adames says she agrees that expansion is necessary, but having more construction is a concern.
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"There is no specific date on when construction will begin, but the health center is still taking student input. You can email, call or tweet the health center for your voice to be heard. For Bobcat Update, I'm DaLyah Jones."
It's obvious from all of the construction on campus that Texas State is growing, and the Student Health Center is attempting to keep up -- by meeting the needs of an ever-increasing student population. Assistant Director Karen Gordon-Sosby says she and the health center staff are looking forward to some much needed changes.
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Sosby says the building will be enlarged to increase the number of physicians and specialists who can work on campus.
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Sosby says construction could possibly begin as soon as 2018.
Texas State Student Laurasia Thomas says the health center offers a wide variety of services, but there's always room for improvement.
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Texas State Student Briana Adames says she agrees that expansion is necessary, but having more construction is a concern.
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"There is no specific date on when construction will begin, but the health center is still taking student input. You can email, call or tweet the health center for your voice to be heard. For Bobcat Update, I'm DaLyah Jones."
Taylor Hughes
Since fall 2011 Texas State University has been a tobacco-free campus, but with several hidden spots on campus some students may be sneaking a smoke. Taylor Hughes has more in this Bobcat Update.
Five years ago Texas State became a Tobacco-Free Campus banning all types of tobacco as well as e-cigarettes.
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While some students are glad the university is tobacco free, there are those who find it an inconvenience.
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However, Student Health Center Director Emilio Carranco says over the past few years the number of violations on campus has decreased.
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SU: The Student Health Center offers a free smoking cessation program and provides medicine to help students stop smoking.
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Last year only nine students took part in the smoking cessation program.
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Some students say they'd rather try to quit on their own.
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The tobacco policy is renewed each year, and students are encouraged to review and follow it. For Bobcat Update I'm Taylor Hughes.
Five years ago Texas State became a Tobacco-Free Campus banning all types of tobacco as well as e-cigarettes.
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While some students are glad the university is tobacco free, there are those who find it an inconvenience.
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However, Student Health Center Director Emilio Carranco says over the past few years the number of violations on campus has decreased.
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SU: The Student Health Center offers a free smoking cessation program and provides medicine to help students stop smoking.
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Last year only nine students took part in the smoking cessation program.
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Some students say they'd rather try to quit on their own.
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The tobacco policy is renewed each year, and students are encouraged to review and follow it. For Bobcat Update I'm Taylor Hughes.
Sarah Bey
Texas State President Denise Trauth will hold two more open-door sessions next month at which students will be able to voice their concerns. Bobcat Update's Sarah Bey has more.
Some recognize her name. Others recognize her picture. But, not many students can say they have personally talked to President Denise Trauth.
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However, students can discuss their concerns or make suggestions directly with the president during her open-door sessions. The consistent growth of the campus has brought to light a lot of issues that students believe need to be addressed.
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Texas State Freshman Chance Miller says although he is new to campus he has already had his share of issues.
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Texas State Junior Tobin Ludwig says opportunities like open-door sessions with the president will help establish communication for future bobcats.
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All students are welcome to attend the next open door session on April 12TH from three to five P-M in the L-B-J Student Center. Students can register online for the last session during the President's Cat Chat at the Division of Student Affairs website.
SU: The last open door session will be here on the eleventh floor of J-C Kellam from two to three P-M on April 21. For Bobcat Update, I'm Sarah Bey.
Some recognize her name. Others recognize her picture. But, not many students can say they have personally talked to President Denise Trauth.
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However, students can discuss their concerns or make suggestions directly with the president during her open-door sessions. The consistent growth of the campus has brought to light a lot of issues that students believe need to be addressed.
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Texas State Freshman Chance Miller says although he is new to campus he has already had his share of issues.
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Texas State Junior Tobin Ludwig says opportunities like open-door sessions with the president will help establish communication for future bobcats.
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All students are welcome to attend the next open door session on April 12TH from three to five P-M in the L-B-J Student Center. Students can register online for the last session during the President's Cat Chat at the Division of Student Affairs website.
SU: The last open door session will be here on the eleventh floor of J-C Kellam from two to three P-M on April 21. For Bobcat Update, I'm Sarah Bey.
Taylor Farrell
Many seniors are focusing on graduation, and more importantly, on getting a job. Taylor Farrell tells us how students are preparing, in this Bobcat Update.
With graduation just around the corner, Texas State seniors are beginning to think seriously about their futures. Some students may be feeling unprepared for post-graduate life.
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The job interviewing process can be daunting, but with the help of Texas State Career Services, the process can be less intimidating.
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Career Services offers everything from quiet rooms for video or phone interviews, to a career closet where students can rent professional clothing. Students can even schedule a mock interview to practice their skills.
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SU: Career Services is available to all Texas State students. For more information, visit the Texas State webpage and search career services. For Bobcat Update, I'm Taylor Farrell.
With graduation just around the corner, Texas State seniors are beginning to think seriously about their futures. Some students may be feeling unprepared for post-graduate life.
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The job interviewing process can be daunting, but with the help of Texas State Career Services, the process can be less intimidating.
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Career Services offers everything from quiet rooms for video or phone interviews, to a career closet where students can rent professional clothing. Students can even schedule a mock interview to practice their skills.
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SU: Career Services is available to all Texas State students. For more information, visit the Texas State webpage and search career services. For Bobcat Update, I'm Taylor Farrell.
Daniela Gavarrete
Texas State's Board of Regents has approved a new degree program in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. In this Bobcat Update, Daniela Gavarrete tell us about a proposed Digital Media Innovation sequence.
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has more than 21-hundred majors, making it one of the largest on campus. S-J-M-C can also boast being technologically adept. The fast-growing digital media culture is becoming an essential part of journalism, and the Digital Media Innovation Major will target the intersection between technology and communication.
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S-J-M-C expects there will be high demand for the Digital Media Innovation degree because many students are interested in pursuing careers in the tech industry. The major will expose students to new media strategies and devices that enhance their technology skills.
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The major is still pending final approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. If the green light comes, the D-M-I sequence will be launched this fall. For Bobcat Update, I'm Daniela Gavarrete.
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has more than 21-hundred majors, making it one of the largest on campus. S-J-M-C can also boast being technologically adept. The fast-growing digital media culture is becoming an essential part of journalism, and the Digital Media Innovation Major will target the intersection between technology and communication.
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S-J-M-C expects there will be high demand for the Digital Media Innovation degree because many students are interested in pursuing careers in the tech industry. The major will expose students to new media strategies and devices that enhance their technology skills.
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The major is still pending final approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. If the green light comes, the D-M-I sequence will be launched this fall. For Bobcat Update, I'm Daniela Gavarrete.
3/6/16
Stephen McElwee
A new organization has been formed at Texas State to call attention to the African-American experience. Bobcat Update's Stephen McElwee has more.
The organization, called the Pan-African Action Committee, was created to promote the cultural heritage of African-Americans. African-Americans make up about ten percent of the student body at Texas State. Tafari Robertson is the committee's president.
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PAAC members want more Texas State students to feel included.
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The Action Committee will be hosting several events on campus this semester including debate nights, film screenings, and black literature giveaways.
SU Members are hoping that their efforts will inspire students to celebrate diversity in the African diaspora. For more information you can follow them on Twitter, at PanAfricanAct.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Stephen McElwee.
The organization, called the Pan-African Action Committee, was created to promote the cultural heritage of African-Americans. African-Americans make up about ten percent of the student body at Texas State. Tafari Robertson is the committee's president.
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PAAC members want more Texas State students to feel included.
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The Action Committee will be hosting several events on campus this semester including debate nights, film screenings, and black literature giveaways.
SU Members are hoping that their efforts will inspire students to celebrate diversity in the African diaspora. For more information you can follow them on Twitter, at PanAfricanAct.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Stephen McElwee.
Sydney Huddleston
The first Saturday of March marked the 31st Annual Great Texas River Clean Up. Bobcat Update's Sydney Huddleston has more.
Approximately 150 volunteer community members came out this past weekend to participate in picking up trash along the entire length of the San Marcos River. This year proved to be one of the most important clean ups to date after the city survived two devastating floods in 2015.
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With the rapid growth that San Marcos has experienced in the last few years, many residents have felt the impact - many residents, including the endangered ones. River Clean-Up Team Leader Leah Murray says keeping the river clear of debris is essential for wild rice growth.
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Whether it was by foot or by way of canoe, individuals and families alike made it a point to show up and show support for the river that makes San Marcos unique.
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SU: For those who didn't get to participate this year, luckily for you, proper trash disposal is something you can do any day of the year. (Puts trash in trash can)
For Bobcat Update, I'm Sydney Huddleston.
Approximately 150 volunteer community members came out this past weekend to participate in picking up trash along the entire length of the San Marcos River. This year proved to be one of the most important clean ups to date after the city survived two devastating floods in 2015.
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With the rapid growth that San Marcos has experienced in the last few years, many residents have felt the impact - many residents, including the endangered ones. River Clean-Up Team Leader Leah Murray says keeping the river clear of debris is essential for wild rice growth.
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Whether it was by foot or by way of canoe, individuals and families alike made it a point to show up and show support for the river that makes San Marcos unique.
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SU: For those who didn't get to participate this year, luckily for you, proper trash disposal is something you can do any day of the year. (Puts trash in trash can)
For Bobcat Update, I'm Sydney Huddleston.
3/5/16
Alan Espejel
For over four months, hikers and bikers could only gaze at Purgatory Creek's trails behind warning signs and closed entrances. But now, as Purgatory Creek re-opens to the general public, many residents are preparing for their next hike. Alan Espejel reports in this Bobcat Update.
Last October's flooding wreaked havoc at Purgatory Creek. The high water levels left debris and considerable damage. San Marcos officials shut down the trails for safety reasons. Many hikers were affected.
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Now, some four months later, parts of upper and lower Purgatory Creek are again open for public use.
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The city says while some parts of Purgatory remain closed, those areas that have reopened are safe to hike. Residents are encouraged to come to the park to walk, run, climb, and bike the trails once again. Even the furriest of hikers are ready to drag their master's across Purgatory's wilderness.
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So for all you hiking fans out there, Purgatory Creek is officially open, here from Prospect Park up to upper Purgatory. For Bobcat Update, I'm Alan Espejel.
Last October's flooding wreaked havoc at Purgatory Creek. The high water levels left debris and considerable damage. San Marcos officials shut down the trails for safety reasons. Many hikers were affected.
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Now, some four months later, parts of upper and lower Purgatory Creek are again open for public use.
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The city says while some parts of Purgatory remain closed, those areas that have reopened are safe to hike. Residents are encouraged to come to the park to walk, run, climb, and bike the trails once again. Even the furriest of hikers are ready to drag their master's across Purgatory's wilderness.
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So for all you hiking fans out there, Purgatory Creek is officially open, here from Prospect Park up to upper Purgatory. For Bobcat Update, I'm Alan Espejel.
Undria Wilson
Midterms have begun, which means students will be cramming for multiple exams. And, as Undria Wilson tells us, many students will likely suffer from sleep deprivation for a while.
Sleep. A college student's favorite past time. Whether it's getting an extra hour of sleep or an extra five hours, nothing can beat a good nap in between classes. Texas State offers a special place designed for sleep and studying in L-B-J. Boko's Living Room is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Many students take advantage of Boko's to take a nap or use the quiet area to study and watch movies on their phones.
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Boko's Living Room also offers a television room where students can gather and enjoy their favorite shows until class time. The room is a place where students can enjoy some R-and-R during a busy day. It offers pillows, blankets and desk areas to make the visit more comfortable. But one student, Cameron Wilson, says that Boko's would be perfect if only a few essentials were added to the experience.
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Boko's also offers a computer lab called Clicks Cybercafe. For Bobcat Update, I'm Undria Wilson.
Sleep. A college student's favorite past time. Whether it's getting an extra hour of sleep or an extra five hours, nothing can beat a good nap in between classes. Texas State offers a special place designed for sleep and studying in L-B-J. Boko's Living Room is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Many students take advantage of Boko's to take a nap or use the quiet area to study and watch movies on their phones.
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Boko's Living Room also offers a television room where students can gather and enjoy their favorite shows until class time. The room is a place where students can enjoy some R-and-R during a busy day. It offers pillows, blankets and desk areas to make the visit more comfortable. But one student, Cameron Wilson, says that Boko's would be perfect if only a few essentials were added to the experience.
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Boko's also offers a computer lab called Clicks Cybercafe. For Bobcat Update, I'm Undria Wilson.
Elizabeth Millner
A new way to raise money for student organizations will soon be available. Elizabeth Millner has more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State University has more than 300 student organizations on campus, and fundraising can sometimes be tough.
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Students must adhere to certain rules and regulations when they set up to fund raise in the Quad.
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Guidelines include safety training for those who want to sell or distribute food on campus.
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But an alternative is coming to Texas State to make raising money for projects a little bit easier. A new crowdfunding platform is being introduced, which will give organizations the opportunity to market their projects and raise funds through an online interactive website.
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Some students say crowdfunding will help raise money and provide a marketing tool.
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The crowdfunding program will start in April. For Bobcat Update, I'm Elizabeth Millner.
Texas State University has more than 300 student organizations on campus, and fundraising can sometimes be tough.
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Students must adhere to certain rules and regulations when they set up to fund raise in the Quad.
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Guidelines include safety training for those who want to sell or distribute food on campus.
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But an alternative is coming to Texas State to make raising money for projects a little bit easier. A new crowdfunding platform is being introduced, which will give organizations the opportunity to market their projects and raise funds through an online interactive website.
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Some students say crowdfunding will help raise money and provide a marketing tool.
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The crowdfunding program will start in April. For Bobcat Update, I'm Elizabeth Millner.
Dylan Harkins
San Marcos has not yet fully recovered from last year's floods, but more help is on the way. Dylan Harkins has the story, in this Bobcat Update.
San Marcos experienced two devastating floods in 2015 -- one occurred in late May and the other during the Halloween weekend. Millions of dollars worth of property were destroyed. Most of the debris has been cleaned up, but the city still has a lot of work to do. Relief and recovery efforts continue.
The city recently received 25-million dollars in government funds, which brings the overall amount of flood relief to 142-million dollars.
Texas State Senior Caleb Kallman says he hopes the funds will be spent a certain way.
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City Communications Director Kristi Wyatt says the recovery process is long and difficult.
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Wyatt says many people still need help, so the city will continue to seek funds from the federal government. For Bobcat Update, I'm Dylan Harkins.
San Marcos experienced two devastating floods in 2015 -- one occurred in late May and the other during the Halloween weekend. Millions of dollars worth of property were destroyed. Most of the debris has been cleaned up, but the city still has a lot of work to do. Relief and recovery efforts continue.
The city recently received 25-million dollars in government funds, which brings the overall amount of flood relief to 142-million dollars.
Texas State Senior Caleb Kallman says he hopes the funds will be spent a certain way.
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City Communications Director Kristi Wyatt says the recovery process is long and difficult.
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Wyatt says many people still need help, so the city will continue to seek funds from the federal government. For Bobcat Update, I'm Dylan Harkins.
Veronica Mueller
Spring Break is upon us. Students have a wide variety of activities planned for the break. Veronica Mueller tells us more.
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While some students will be traveling, others are staying in San Marcos to catch up on sleep or enjoy activities close by.
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For those wanting something more to do than float the river, there's South-by-Southwest in Austin. Tickets can be expensive, but one student tells Bobcat Update about an app called Free At, which can be used to gain access to free events near the festival.
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Wherever your plans may take you, remember to stay safe. For Bobcat Update, I'm Veronica Mueller.
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While some students will be traveling, others are staying in San Marcos to catch up on sleep or enjoy activities close by.
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For those wanting something more to do than float the river, there's South-by-Southwest in Austin. Tickets can be expensive, but one student tells Bobcat Update about an app called Free At, which can be used to gain access to free events near the festival.
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Wherever your plans may take you, remember to stay safe. For Bobcat Update, I'm Veronica Mueller.
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