Fish can make wonderful pets for any college student. They're low maintenance and don't require much space. However, students come and go and the fish are left behind, or worse, they're discarded. In this Bobcat Update, Brett Ellis tells us why it's NOT a good idea to throw them in the river.
A fish tank can add a nice accent to a small apartment, but when it's time to take a long break from studies -- for example, summer or winter break -- some students don't know what to do with their finny friends.
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Sometimes they turn to throwing them in the river.
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This is illegal.
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This is not only damaging to the river, but to the fish as well.
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Not only are the fish an issue for the river, but plants can be even more troublesome.
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There was a program at Texas State that helped to promote information about the issue.
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Stores, like Earth Angel's Pet Supply, accept most surrenders.
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So remember, keep your pets and plants out of the river, and help keep San Marcos beautiful. For Bobcat Update, I'm Brett Ellis.
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4/2/16
Taylor Hughes
Just in time for warmer temperatures, Texas State's University Camp has re-opened for the semester. As Taylor Hughes tells us in this Bobcat Update, the camp was devastated by last year's flooding.
Miles of hike-and-bike trails, a high-ropes course, and campsites were wiped out by heavy rains and flooding last October. But now, University Camp -- located between San Marcos and Wimberley -- has been restored.
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Workers cleared debris from the river's edge, but erosion is still a top concern.
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Outdoor Center Coordinator John Griffis says work crews planted 29 new trees and moved four campsites up river.
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Students, alumni and faculty are making their reservations.
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A trail map will soon be created so hikers can get a better idea of the trails the camp has to offer.
SU: U-Camp seems to be a hidden gem among students, but once found some campers might not be able to resist. For Bobcat Update I'm Taylor Hughes.
Miles of hike-and-bike trails, a high-ropes course, and campsites were wiped out by heavy rains and flooding last October. But now, University Camp -- located between San Marcos and Wimberley -- has been restored.
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Workers cleared debris from the river's edge, but erosion is still a top concern.
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Outdoor Center Coordinator John Griffis says work crews planted 29 new trees and moved four campsites up river.
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Students, alumni and faculty are making their reservations.
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A trail map will soon be created so hikers can get a better idea of the trails the camp has to offer.
SU: U-Camp seems to be a hidden gem among students, but once found some campers might not be able to resist. For Bobcat Update I'm Taylor Hughes.
Macy Neel
April is Sexual-Assault-Prevention-and-Awareness-Month. In this Bobcat Update, Macy Neel tells us about how a Texas group is involved.
The Texas-Association-Against-Sexual-Assault is trying to boost awareness and show support for victims. The group has started what it calls a Turn-Texas-Teal movement, which is focused on prevention.
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The group is asking Texans to take to social media like Facebook, Twitter, Vine and Instagram to share their stories, words or encouragement, or call to action.
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The organization is also asking universities to get involved in spreading the word.
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To get involved in the movement use the hashtag turn Texas teal and show your support. For Bobcat Update, I'm Macy Neel.
The Texas-Association-Against-Sexual-Assault is trying to boost awareness and show support for victims. The group has started what it calls a Turn-Texas-Teal movement, which is focused on prevention.
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The group is asking Texans to take to social media like Facebook, Twitter, Vine and Instagram to share their stories, words or encouragement, or call to action.
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The organization is also asking universities to get involved in spreading the word.
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To get involved in the movement use the hashtag turn Texas teal and show your support. For Bobcat Update, I'm Macy Neel.
John Willms
It's no secret that some off-campus apartments have a knack for appealing to students. Some of their amenities include 24-hour gyms and fully furnished units. But on campus living also has much to offer. John Willms has more in this Bobcat Update.
During their freshman year, home for most Texas State students is one of the university's residence halls. While there, students get into the groove of how college life works.
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A lot of residents who live in dorms often plan to move off-campus at the end of their first year.
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But living on campus has some perks, such as proximity to class, dining halls and NOT having to deal with the buses.
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The main turn off of dorm life seems to be the enforcement of rules -- rules that include quiet hours.
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One thing that you don't typically get at a student housing complex is community involvement and the planning of events and mixers.
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During their freshman year, home for most Texas State students is one of the university's residence halls. While there, students get into the groove of how college life works.
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A lot of residents who live in dorms often plan to move off-campus at the end of their first year.
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But living on campus has some perks, such as proximity to class, dining halls and NOT having to deal with the buses.
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The main turn off of dorm life seems to be the enforcement of rules -- rules that include quiet hours.
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One thing that you don't typically get at a student housing complex is community involvement and the planning of events and mixers.
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Sarah Bey
Texas State students don't need to travel to big cities to get their chance in the spotlight. Bobcat Update's Sarah Bey has more.
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Every month for one night George's in the L-B-J Student Center is filled with this: laughter, music, and the brave students and San Marcos locals who decide to take the stage at open mic night. The Student Association for Campus Activities organizes the event that keeps drawing students back.
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SACA Operations Coordinator Shannon Hetland says open mic nights are meant to promote community bonding among students on campus.
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Hetland says several different student and local performers attend the events and for some it's a fresh start.
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And for some it's a growing experience.
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Ramirez says performers should take the opportunity to go on stage.
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SU: The next open mic night will be here at George's on April 19TH from six to nine P-M. For Bobcat Update, I'm Sarah Bey.
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Every month for one night George's in the L-B-J Student Center is filled with this: laughter, music, and the brave students and San Marcos locals who decide to take the stage at open mic night. The Student Association for Campus Activities organizes the event that keeps drawing students back.
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SACA Operations Coordinator Shannon Hetland says open mic nights are meant to promote community bonding among students on campus.
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Hetland says several different student and local performers attend the events and for some it's a fresh start.
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And for some it's a growing experience.
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Ramirez says performers should take the opportunity to go on stage.
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SU: The next open mic night will be here at George's on April 19TH from six to nine P-M. For Bobcat Update, I'm Sarah Bey.
Autumn Sprabary
Texas is full of hidden treasures. Some of them may be closer than you think. Autumn Sprabary has more with this Bobcat Update.
Texas is known for a lot of things – good food, hot summers and the biggest sky you'll ever see. Nestled in the middle of Texas hill country is the Historic District of Gruene. Gruene was founded by German immigrant farmers in the 1840's. One of the farmers, Ernst Gruene, purchased the land, and with the help of his two sons built two homes just above the Guadalupe river. One of the homes still stands today, and has been converted into a bed and breakfast called the Gruene Mansion Inn.
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The Gruene Mansion Inn embodies the history of the Gruene family. Their vintage-style rooms are decorated with different themes to recognize the history of the buildings, while keeping their Texas roots.
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Gruene Mansion Inn has a total of 33 rooms – 12 of which give guests a view of the Guadalupe River. Two of the bedrooms are located in the second floor of the mansion, and overlook Gruene Hall – the oldest dance hall in Texas.
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Breakfast is served every morning from the original kitchen used by the Gruene family, and enjoyed on the porch that wraps around the front of the house. You can still see Mrs. Gruene's root cellar in the front yard of the mansion, where she would keep items that needed to be chilled before refrigeration was invented.
Gruene Mansion Inn has housed its fair share of guests – each from a different walk of life, looking for an escape from reality.
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The mansion offers guests an experience that they come back for again and again, and as long as there are guests, the mansion's doors will be open.
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Texas is known for a lot of things – good food, hot summers and the biggest sky you'll ever see. Nestled in the middle of Texas hill country is the Historic District of Gruene. Gruene was founded by German immigrant farmers in the 1840's. One of the farmers, Ernst Gruene, purchased the land, and with the help of his two sons built two homes just above the Guadalupe river. One of the homes still stands today, and has been converted into a bed and breakfast called the Gruene Mansion Inn.
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The Gruene Mansion Inn embodies the history of the Gruene family. Their vintage-style rooms are decorated with different themes to recognize the history of the buildings, while keeping their Texas roots.
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Gruene Mansion Inn has a total of 33 rooms – 12 of which give guests a view of the Guadalupe River. Two of the bedrooms are located in the second floor of the mansion, and overlook Gruene Hall – the oldest dance hall in Texas.
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Breakfast is served every morning from the original kitchen used by the Gruene family, and enjoyed on the porch that wraps around the front of the house. You can still see Mrs. Gruene's root cellar in the front yard of the mansion, where she would keep items that needed to be chilled before refrigeration was invented.
Gruene Mansion Inn has housed its fair share of guests – each from a different walk of life, looking for an escape from reality.
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The mansion offers guests an experience that they come back for again and again, and as long as there are guests, the mansion's doors will be open.
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Carlos Ibarra
Texas State University is helping Information Technology students find local jobs after they graduate. Carlos Ibarra has more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State has been named to the White House's Tech-Hire Initiative, a program designed to train and develop a home-grown information technology workforce. The university -- in partnership with Workforce Solutions, the City of Austin, and the Greater San Marcos Partnership -- will use this initiative to fill approximately eight-thousand information technology jobs in Central Texas.
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Texas State is extending the program to the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. University officials are coordinating with the high schools to provide students with the training they need to earn a certificate that can be used for college credit at Texas State.
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This news comes two months after the university announced the addition of the Digital Media Innovation major to the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The D-M-I degree focuses on the demand for graduates who possess technology expertise and strong communication skills. Such skills are needed in jobs like news application developers, data and social media analysts and mobile experience producers.
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The new degree is scheduled to launch this fall, pending final approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. For Bobcat Update, I'm Carlos Ibarra.
Texas State has been named to the White House's Tech-Hire Initiative, a program designed to train and develop a home-grown information technology workforce. The university -- in partnership with Workforce Solutions, the City of Austin, and the Greater San Marcos Partnership -- will use this initiative to fill approximately eight-thousand information technology jobs in Central Texas.
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Texas State is extending the program to the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. University officials are coordinating with the high schools to provide students with the training they need to earn a certificate that can be used for college credit at Texas State.
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This news comes two months after the university announced the addition of the Digital Media Innovation major to the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The D-M-I degree focuses on the demand for graduates who possess technology expertise and strong communication skills. Such skills are needed in jobs like news application developers, data and social media analysts and mobile experience producers.
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The new degree is scheduled to launch this fall, pending final approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. For Bobcat Update, I'm Carlos Ibarra.
Bianca Gandaria
Many students may know the Texas State fight song by heart, but reciting the alma mater is much more difficult. Bianca Gandaria has more in this Bobcat Update.
Some members of the Faculty Senate want to change the lyrics of the alma mater. The reason? There are words that some believe are inappropriate for the times.
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One such phrase that might be changed is in the last verse. Instead of of the words -- cheering for the oppressed, one proposal calls for AIDING the oppressed.
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The song known as the alma mater was written by one of the school's faculty members in the early 1900s. The song is historic but not sacrosanct (sack-roh-sankt). Some students believe changing the lyrics would not harm Texas State's honored traditions.
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President Trauth has met with the Faculty Senate to discuss the proposed change. The Faculty Senate and Student Government are working together to make sure everyone has a voice in the matter. For Bobcat Update, I'm Bianca Gandaria.
Some members of the Faculty Senate want to change the lyrics of the alma mater. The reason? There are words that some believe are inappropriate for the times.
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One such phrase that might be changed is in the last verse. Instead of of the words -- cheering for the oppressed, one proposal calls for AIDING the oppressed.
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The song known as the alma mater was written by one of the school's faculty members in the early 1900s. The song is historic but not sacrosanct (sack-roh-sankt). Some students believe changing the lyrics would not harm Texas State's honored traditions.
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President Trauth has met with the Faculty Senate to discuss the proposed change. The Faculty Senate and Student Government are working together to make sure everyone has a voice in the matter. For Bobcat Update, I'm Bianca Gandaria.
Taylor Farrell
A health advisory has been lifted for the San Marcos River. In this Bobcat Update, Taylor Farrell tells us what this means for graduating seniors.
Many seniors are looking forward to graduation and for what comes after—the highly anticipated post-grad river jump.
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High e-coli levels were detected last month, but the advisory that followed has since been canceled because more recent samples showed levels within a normal range. The scare may give some students second thoughts about taking the plunge after graduation.
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Officials say a wastewater spill may have been the cause of the elevated bacteria levels. And, though levels are now more normal, monitoring of the river continues.
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SU: River samples will continue to be taken each month to ensure the safety of our rivers and our future graduates. For Bobcat Update, I'm Taylor Farrell.
Many seniors are looking forward to graduation and for what comes after—the highly anticipated post-grad river jump.
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High e-coli levels were detected last month, but the advisory that followed has since been canceled because more recent samples showed levels within a normal range. The scare may give some students second thoughts about taking the plunge after graduation.
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Officials say a wastewater spill may have been the cause of the elevated bacteria levels. And, though levels are now more normal, monitoring of the river continues.
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SU: River samples will continue to be taken each month to ensure the safety of our rivers and our future graduates. For Bobcat Update, I'm Taylor Farrell.
3/31/16
Undria Wilson
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.
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.
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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Each of the galleries is within walking distance of the others making it easy for customers to visit all four.
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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.
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