Texas State University welcomes the first university-run police officer's association in the state of Texas. Matt Petmecky has more in this Bobcat Update.
The Texas State University Police Officer's Association is a non-profit organization created by front line officers at the Texas State University Police Department. The association strives to network with the community by building partnerships with campus organizations, local businesses and other law enforcement agencies.
Association President, Alex Villalobos says the program helps development versatile officers.
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The association will educate the community on what the department undergoes from training to other daily endeavors.
Association Treasurer, Otto Glenweinkle says the station has many officers with valuable assets to share.
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Officers will perform a number of community outreach programs including education on D-W-Is, drug awareness and cancer awareness. In return, the association hopes to take back an understanding of the community that will help them to better serve and protect.
Association officials believe if students have the opportunity to build relationships with officers in and out of uniform, the negative image of university police instilled in students' minds will be erased.
Villalobos says there is much more to officers than what meets the eye.
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3/10/09
Ben Wempe
The Texas State men's basketball team will be playing in the Southland Conference tournament for the first time in four years. Ben Wempe has more in this Bobcat Update.
Eight teams are headed for the conference tourney -- and Texas State is one of them.
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The Bobcats will play at the Merrill Center in Katy, Texas, as the seventh seeded team. They'll play number-two seed Nicholls State tomorrow at noon. The Bobcats beat the Colonels in overtime in Strahan Coliseum earlier this year.
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If the Bobcats prevail in the first round matchup, they will play the winner of the Sam Houston U-T-S-A game Friday night. The championship game will be held on March 15th in the afternoon. The winner receives an automatic bid to play in the N-C-double-A tournament.
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Eight teams are headed for the conference tourney -- and Texas State is one of them.
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The Bobcats will play at the Merrill Center in Katy, Texas, as the seventh seeded team. They'll play number-two seed Nicholls State tomorrow at noon. The Bobcats beat the Colonels in overtime in Strahan Coliseum earlier this year.
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If the Bobcats prevail in the first round matchup, they will play the winner of the Sam Houston U-T-S-A game Friday night. The championship game will be held on March 15th in the afternoon. The winner receives an automatic bid to play in the N-C-double-A tournament.
STANDUP: Tickets are available through the Texas State Ticket Office and students get in free with their student i-d card. Ben Wempe, Bobcat Update.
Andrew Salazar
All this week the Blood Center of Central Texas has been taking blood donations at Texas State. Students and faculty have been donating blood in the brightly painted bus parked on the Quad. The blood drive has been in operation daily from 9 to 3:30. For more information on future blood drives, you can contact the Blood Center of Central Texas IN-YOUR-HANDS-DOT-ORG.
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Bobcat Build has extended its deadline until tomorrow at 5 for participants to sign up.
Registration is held at the L-B-J student center on the 4th floor, either at the Campus Activities and Student Organization Center or the Bobcat Build office. Forms can be found there or on the Texas State website.
Organizers of Bobcat Build decided to extend the deadline because more people are needed to participate in the event on April 4th. Three thousand people helped last year.
Registration is held at the L-B-J student center on the 4th floor, either at the Campus Activities and Student Organization Center or the Bobcat Build office. Forms can be found there or on the Texas State website.
Organizers of Bobcat Build decided to extend the deadline because more people are needed to participate in the event on April 4th. Three thousand people helped last year.
3/9/09
Kristen Dudding
Spring Break is only a few days away and many students are hitting the gym to achieve their "spring break body". But, at what cost? A student Rec Center employee says that during the two weeks before spring break, many students are working out to the point of becoming dangerous to their health. Last week, a female student passed out during a group fitness class, claiming that she had not eaten in a couple of days. Students seeking advice on how to get fit in a healthy way can join one of the many programs offered by the Student Rec Center.
3/6/09
Alysha Mendez
For many, spring break means play time at the beach. But, as Alysha Mendez tells us in this Bobcat Update, the break is also a time for service.
Maybe you'll head for the coast this weekend or spend some of your break hanging out at the San Marcos River. Eleven students, though, have a job to do in Alamagordo, New Mexico, where they will help build houses for Bobcat Break.
A graduate research assistant for Student Volunteer Services, Jill Summar, says the students will be paid 45 dollars each for food, lodging and transportation.
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Summar says there were more than 30 applicants who wanted to participate.
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(Stand-up) If you're interested in spending your spring break in service to others, go to the Student Volunteer Services office in the L-B-J Student Center.
A graduate research assistant for Student Volunteer Services, Jill Summar, says the students will be paid 45 dollars each for food, lodging and transportation.
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Summar says there were more than 30 applicants who wanted to participate.
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(Stand-up) If you're interested in spending your spring break in service to others, go to the Student Volunteer Services office in the L-B-J Student Center.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Alysha Mendez.
3/5/09
Angelita Cabrera
Texas State students can expect to see a four-dollar increase in their tuition starting in the fall.
Angelita Cabrera has more in this Bobcat Update.
The L-B-J Student Center referendum was approved recently by a vote of 57 to 43 percent. Almost every Texas State Student uses the center on a daily basis for meals, relaxation, studying and even catching some z's. [Who is Greg Sharpe? -- What is his context with this story?] Greg Sharpe says the higher fee will benefit the student center and, therefore, the students.
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Less than ten percent of the student body participated in the referendum. Some argue that the election outcome is not truly representative of the students' wishes, because there was such a low turnout.
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The last fee increase affecting the student center was approved ten years ago. For Bobcat Update, I'm Angelita Cabrera.
Angelita Cabrera has more in this Bobcat Update.
The L-B-J Student Center referendum was approved recently by a vote of 57 to 43 percent. Almost every Texas State Student uses the center on a daily basis for meals, relaxation, studying and even catching some z's. [Who is Greg Sharpe? -- What is his context with this story?] Greg Sharpe says the higher fee will benefit the student center and, therefore, the students.
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Less than ten percent of the student body participated in the referendum. Some argue that the election outcome is not truly representative of the students' wishes, because there was such a low turnout.
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The last fee increase affecting the student center was approved ten years ago. For Bobcat Update, I'm Angelita Cabrera.
Chris Sells
Teachers have been fighting for students' attention for years and now electronic devices are further complicating matters. Chris Sells has more in this Bobcat Update...
Students with cell phones, iPods or laptops are a pretty common sight in classrooms in this digital age.
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But how do professors feel about these distractions in the learning environment?
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Bridge: Not everyone thinks that students having electronic devices in the classroom is necessarily a bad thing.
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Still, before you decide to Tweet in class, take some time to think about how you'd feel if the shoe were on the other foot.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Christopher Sells.
Students with cell phones, iPods or laptops are a pretty common sight in classrooms in this digital age.
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But how do professors feel about these distractions in the learning environment?
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Bridge: Not everyone thinks that students having electronic devices in the classroom is necessarily a bad thing.
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Still, before you decide to Tweet in class, take some time to think about how you'd feel if the shoe were on the other foot.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Christopher Sells.
Brandon Simmons
A Texas State student organization is leading an effort to stop U-S involvement in the Iraq and Aghanistan wars. The Campus Antiwar Movement to End the Occupations has set up a booth in the quad where members are demonstrating the detention of Iraqi prisoners. The organization's protest is being held in conjunction with the Iraq Veterans Against War. Former Campus Antiwar Movement president Matthew Camp says the primary goal is to show that young people can organize to stop a war. The group meets every Wednesday at 7 p-m at The Coffeepot.
3/4/09
Jorrell Rodriguez
At least one group at Texas State has some doubts about whether the university is making the right move as it attempts to move up a notch in football divisions. As Jorrell Rodriguez tells us in this Bobcat Update, the group has created a website to draw attention to its cause.
The group is called A Better Texas State University-San Marcos. It now claims a little less than 200 members on Facebook. The group opposes the university's move to elevate the athletic program to the highest level of collegiate competition.
The group takes issue with the move because it will be very expensive to do so. Group founder Bobby Cast says he decided to form A Better Texas State University after reading a newspaper article last year.
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Cast says the university can find better uses for the money than spending it on athletics:
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Sophomore Michael Groff says he believes Texas State should follow the example set by other universities.
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The group serves to enlighten students on the issue and hopes that Texas State will one day be considered a contender to become a flagship university.
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The group is called A Better Texas State University-San Marcos. It now claims a little less than 200 members on Facebook. The group opposes the university's move to elevate the athletic program to the highest level of collegiate competition.
The group takes issue with the move because it will be very expensive to do so. Group founder Bobby Cast says he decided to form A Better Texas State University after reading a newspaper article last year.
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Cast says the university can find better uses for the money than spending it on athletics:
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Sophomore Michael Groff says he believes Texas State should follow the example set by other universities.
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The group serves to enlighten students on the issue and hopes that Texas State will one day be considered a contender to become a flagship university.
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Ben Wempe
Pi Kappa Phi's Push America drive is back on campus this week. Push America is a non-profit organization that started in 1977 to help children with disabilities by designing playground equipment that is accessible to them. The fraternity has collectively raised ten million (m) dollars in support of the various programs Push America offers. Pi Kappa Phi takes pride in being the only fraternity to have its own philanthropy. Since Monday at least two frat members have been on the scaffolding at all times and will remain there throughout the week.
Dexter Ellison
The Bloodmobile is back on campus. The opportunity for students to donate blood has arrived. The on-campus blood drive, sponsored by Chi Beta Delta, allows donors to take a few minutes to help save a life. Students and faculty equipped with a photo I-D and their Social Security number can drop by to help support the cause. The Bloodmobile will return to the Quad tomorrow from 9:00 a-m to 3:30 p-m to take more donations.
3/3/09
Andrew Salazar
Disabled students aren't the only ones using handicapped ramps at Texas State. With more on the story, here's Bobcat Update's Andrew Salazar (SAW-LUH-SAWD).
Able-bodied pedestrians, bicyclists and skateboarders --- you're apt to see a lot of people using ramps on campus.
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Although most handicapped ramps have signs like these limiting access to handicapped students, students capable of using the stairs still use the ramps.
Texas State student Dane Rasmussen says he doesn't see a problem, and he's one who's had to use a wheelchair in recent weeks.
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U-P-D Officer Phillip Holden says problems occur when the disabled are blocked from using the ramps. Holden says, as a courtesy, that should never happen.
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Holden says if a handicapped person needs to use a ramp, all others should get out of the way. For Bobcat Update, I'm Andrew Salazar.
Able-bodied pedestrians, bicyclists and skateboarders --- you're apt to see a lot of people using ramps on campus.
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Although most handicapped ramps have signs like these limiting access to handicapped students, students capable of using the stairs still use the ramps.
Texas State student Dane Rasmussen says he doesn't see a problem, and he's one who's had to use a wheelchair in recent weeks.
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U-P-D Officer Phillip Holden says problems occur when the disabled are blocked from using the ramps. Holden says, as a courtesy, that should never happen.
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Holden says if a handicapped person needs to use a ramp, all others should get out of the way. For Bobcat Update, I'm Andrew Salazar.
Kara Marshall
Bobcat fans celebrated the opening of the new baseball stadium Tuesday. Expectations were high for the soldout game against the number-four ranked Texas Longhorns.
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I came out here to support the team check out this new facility we have, I'm excited about this year.
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Many fans came out for tailgating activities from one to four including these guys.
Baseball player Garrett Caruth said the team was well prepared.
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In any game there is going to be a challenge especially against a good squad like Texas, but if we play top notch baseball we will come out on top.
Students who were unable to get tickets to the home opener have a chance to watch the team tomorrow night at 6:30 when the Bobcats play against Purdue. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kara Marshall.
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I came out here to support the team check out this new facility we have, I'm excited about this year.
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Many fans came out for tailgating activities from one to four including these guys.
Baseball player Garrett Caruth said the team was well prepared.
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In any game there is going to be a challenge especially against a good squad like Texas, but if we play top notch baseball we will come out on top.
Students who were unable to get tickets to the home opener have a chance to watch the team tomorrow night at 6:30 when the Bobcats play against Purdue. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kara Marshall.
Matt Petmecky
It's called the world's longest river clean up. The 24th Annual Great River Clean Up will be this Saturday covering all 90 miles of the San Marcos River from here to Luling. Volunteers can register at 10 o'clock at the Lions Club in City Park. Scuba divers, snorkelers, canoeists and bank walkers are invited to help and will be served breakfast and lunch. Participants will be invited to camp out at the Shady Grove Campground or at the San Marcos River Retreat for the weekend.
Katie Lombardi
The 21st annual Communication Week is underway. Public speaking seminars, leadership lessons as well as career and internship opportunities have been on the agenda this week at Centennial Hall. A spotlight event scheduled for tomorrow is a presentation on how to get a job. Students of all majors are invited to the events, which are designed to improve communication. The event is sponsored by the Department of Communication Studies.
3/2/09
Lindsay Skaggs
Swings are being brushed up on as golf season is approaching. Lindsay Skaggs has more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State University has a nine-hole course where students and locals alike can play a round of golf in a beautiful setting at Aquarena Springs.
Junior Matt Whitman says he's heard a lot about the course and is eager to play.
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Golf course Director Ryan Zimmerman says the course will be in top condition for the tournaments.
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The golf course is open from seven in the morning until dusk. For Bobcat Update, I'm Lindsay Skaggs.
Texas State University has a nine-hole course where students and locals alike can play a round of golf in a beautiful setting at Aquarena Springs.
Junior Matt Whitman says he's heard a lot about the course and is eager to play.
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Golf course Director Ryan Zimmerman says the course will be in top condition for the tournaments.
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The golf course is open from seven in the morning until dusk. For Bobcat Update, I'm Lindsay Skaggs.
Amy Lane
You may have seen him holding up a sign as you drove along Aquarena Springs Drive. He's been a human billboard of sorts. And, as Amy Lane tells us in this report, his side-of-the-road work has had an impact.
He's known to many as "dancing Todd" and it's easy to see why. Todd Andrews has taken a job that most would consider dull and turned it into a big attraction for the Great Locations Real Estate agency. Operations Manager Julie Walsh says that Todd brings a unique style to the job.
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Todd has overcome some serious obstacles in his life -- including a car accident. But today it's hard to find Todd without a smile. He says that he tries to find ways to make his work interesting.
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Todd's philosophy on life is inspiring. He says his goal is simply to provide a good atmosphere for drivers, customers and the people he meets in town.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Amy Lane.
He's known to many as "dancing Todd" and it's easy to see why. Todd Andrews has taken a job that most would consider dull and turned it into a big attraction for the Great Locations Real Estate agency. Operations Manager Julie Walsh says that Todd brings a unique style to the job.
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Todd has overcome some serious obstacles in his life -- including a car accident. But today it's hard to find Todd without a smile. He says that he tries to find ways to make his work interesting.
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Todd's philosophy on life is inspiring. He says his goal is simply to provide a good atmosphere for drivers, customers and the people he meets in town.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Amy Lane.
Lisa Freeman
Usually this time of year the Texas State football team is gearing up for the annual maroon and gold game. But this year plans have changed. The game has been cancelled because of construction on the west side stadium. There is no access to the press box where the score board is located, and only construction workers are allowed on the west side. Sports Information Director Rick Poulter says construction on the stadium is scheduled to be completed by the time the Bobcats open their season September 5th against Angelo State.
Brandon Swanson
Hispanics are being encouraged to join law enforcement. To that end, Texas State University is participating in a mentoring and internship program aimed at young men and women who might make law enforcement their careers. A pilot program -- launched last year at Texas State -- is being recognized by HAPCOA, which is short for the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association. Captain Paul Chapa of the University Police Department says the program provides tactical training as well as leadership and professional development for criminal justice majors.
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