Many Texas State seniors are already preparing for graduation in May. Bobcat Update’s Halee Brewer has the story.
Although the semester began just last week, some students are already trying on their caps and gowns. For graduating seniors, this is their last semester to make good grades and perhaps intern. Texas State senior Chandler Watson says he is focused on the future.
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Some students admit that they’re not ready to take the next step. Texas State senior Karagan Mayberry says she needs more time to prepare.
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Students can apply for graduation today on CatsWeb. The deadline for applying is March 9th. For Bobcat Update, I’m Halee Brewer.
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1/27/18
Clifton Winston
The Wittliff Collections has added a new exhibit on the seventh floor of the Alkek Library. Bobcat Update's Clifton Winston has more.
Sunrise Sunset: Solargraphs is the newest edition to the Wittliff Collections. The 50-plus solargraphs were created by Bill Wittliff. The exhibit features ordinary things, like tallboy beer cans or small sections of P-V-C pipe, to show sunlight's effect in a unique way.
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On the other hand, some students feel like the expansion will cause more congestion at the library. SB
Sunrise Sunset: Solargraphs will be in the Wittliff Collection until July 8th. Renovations for the Wittliff expansion have not begun. For Bobcat Update, I'm Clifton Winston.
Sunrise Sunset: Solargraphs is the newest edition to the Wittliff Collections. The 50-plus solargraphs were created by Bill Wittliff. The exhibit features ordinary things, like tallboy beer cans or small sections of P-V-C pipe, to show sunlight's effect in a unique way.
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On the other hand, some students feel like the expansion will cause more congestion at the library. SB
Sunrise Sunset: Solargraphs will be in the Wittliff Collection until July 8th. Renovations for the Wittliff expansion have not begun. For Bobcat Update, I'm Clifton Winston.
Mary Diegel
Enrollment at Texas State increased this spring and is causing overcrowding on campus. Bobcat Update's Mary Diegel has more.
Students are having to adjust their schedules to make more time for daily activities. Part of the reason is the construction on campus, which can cause delays. Unsure they will make it to class on time, students are having to leave earlier to commute to campus. Texas State student Sara Lang says she has noticed a difference in her bus schedule compared to last year.
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Buses are not the only factor affecting students' schedules. There also seem to be longer lines at the food courts in the L-B-J Student Center.
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Texas State is the fifth largest university in Texas and is expected to grow. For Bobcat Update, I'm Mary Diegel.
Students are having to adjust their schedules to make more time for daily activities. Part of the reason is the construction on campus, which can cause delays. Unsure they will make it to class on time, students are having to leave earlier to commute to campus. Texas State student Sara Lang says she has noticed a difference in her bus schedule compared to last year.
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Buses are not the only factor affecting students' schedules. There also seem to be longer lines at the food courts in the L-B-J Student Center.
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Texas State is the fifth largest university in Texas and is expected to grow. For Bobcat Update, I'm Mary Diegel.
Kristen Flowers
Many Texas State students are coping with longer commutes because of construction in San Marcos. Bobcat Update's Kristen Flowers has the story.
Many construction projects -- on and off campus -- are underway. They include the overpass at Aquarena Springs next to the football stadium and a new engineering building across the street from McCoy Hall. Because of these projects, some students, like Brianna Zemelicka, have noticed a change in their commutes this semester.
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But other students say they're not bothered by the detours.
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The City of San Marcos website states that all major projects are expected to be finished by next winter, and the Texas State University Construction web page shows four projects are underway now and at least fifteen more are in the works. It looks like detours may be required for a little longer. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kristen Flowers.
Many construction projects -- on and off campus -- are underway. They include the overpass at Aquarena Springs next to the football stadium and a new engineering building across the street from McCoy Hall. Because of these projects, some students, like Brianna Zemelicka, have noticed a change in their commutes this semester.
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But other students say they're not bothered by the detours.
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The City of San Marcos website states that all major projects are expected to be finished by next winter, and the Texas State University Construction web page shows four projects are underway now and at least fifteen more are in the works. It looks like detours may be required for a little longer. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kristen Flowers.
1/20/18
Aaron Derton
Construction at Texas State has forced some buses to change their routes. Bobcat Update's Aaron Derton has the story.
Construction near the L-B-J bus loop is completed, but buses that would normally stop there are still being diverted. The bus to Wonder World Drive has moved from the L-B-J loop to just outside the Towers parking garage. Texas State student John Gonzalez says the round trip from Wonder World to L-B-J was faster than the new route.
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Senior Talia Johnson-Watkins says the new bus stop is farther away from her classes than before.
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The website for the City of San Marcos doesn't list any of the roads around the L-B-J bus loop as under construction. Only Woods Street, which connects Comanche and North street, is being worked on. That construction is slated to end in August. For Bobcat Update, I'm Aaron Derton.
Construction near the L-B-J bus loop is completed, but buses that would normally stop there are still being diverted. The bus to Wonder World Drive has moved from the L-B-J loop to just outside the Towers parking garage. Texas State student John Gonzalez says the round trip from Wonder World to L-B-J was faster than the new route.
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Senior Talia Johnson-Watkins says the new bus stop is farther away from her classes than before.
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The website for the City of San Marcos doesn't list any of the roads around the L-B-J bus loop as under construction. Only Woods Street, which connects Comanche and North street, is being worked on. That construction is slated to end in August. For Bobcat Update, I'm Aaron Derton.
Treavian Simmons
San Marcos has had intense winds and freezing temperatures the past few days. Bobcat Update's Treavian Simmons has a report.
The spring 2018 semester is off to a chilly start, as cold winds and low temperatures have left the campus frigid. Texas State senior Greg Arellano offers a tip for staying as warm as possible.
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Fellow senior Catherine Claunch says venturing out may be unavoidable, so she goes leaves home prepared.
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Some students enjoy the lower temperatures.
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More moderate temperatures are supposed to return this weekend when highs will reach 70. For Bobcat Update, I'm Treavian Simmons.
The spring 2018 semester is off to a chilly start, as cold winds and low temperatures have left the campus frigid. Texas State senior Greg Arellano offers a tip for staying as warm as possible.
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Fellow senior Catherine Claunch says venturing out may be unavoidable, so she goes leaves home prepared.
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Some students enjoy the lower temperatures.
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More moderate temperatures are supposed to return this weekend when highs will reach 70. For Bobcat Update, I'm Treavian Simmons.
11/28/17
Dennis Fant
For students who would like to speak or learn German, there is a place to go in San Marcos to share their interest. Bobcat Update's Dennis Fant has more.
Mochas and Javas is the home of Kaffeestunde, or coffee hour, for students who speak German.
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Every Monday from 11:30 to 12:30 members of the group come to drink coffee, grab a bite to eat and practice speaking German. Student Sam Lathrop enjoys being a part of the group.
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Kaffeestunde is for students who know some German and would like to practice, and for those who are interested in picking up a new language.
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The Mochas and Javas where Kaffeestunde meets is located at Sessom Drive and North L-B-J. For Bobcat Update, this is Dennis Fant.
Mochas and Javas is the home of Kaffeestunde, or coffee hour, for students who speak German.
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Every Monday from 11:30 to 12:30 members of the group come to drink coffee, grab a bite to eat and practice speaking German. Student Sam Lathrop enjoys being a part of the group.
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Kaffeestunde is for students who know some German and would like to practice, and for those who are interested in picking up a new language.
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The Mochas and Javas where Kaffeestunde meets is located at Sessom Drive and North L-B-J. For Bobcat Update, this is Dennis Fant.
11/26/17
Kat Huerta
Shop local is a theme many downtown businesses have adopted. Bobcat Update's Kat Huerta tells us about an art market that offers some unique gifts to attract San Marcos shoppers.
More than 20 artists participated in the first Outdoor Pop-Up Art Market this past weekend. The art included paintings, glass works and welding sculptures.
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The Art Market helps artists gain more recognition for their work.
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Even though this was the first time the event took place, there are hopes of continuing the event throughout the year.
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One of the goals of the art market is to encourage residents to shop small and support local businesses and artists. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kat Huerta.
More than 20 artists participated in the first Outdoor Pop-Up Art Market this past weekend. The art included paintings, glass works and welding sculptures.
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The Art Market helps artists gain more recognition for their work.
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Even though this was the first time the event took place, there are hopes of continuing the event throughout the year.
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One of the goals of the art market is to encourage residents to shop small and support local businesses and artists. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kat Huerta.
11/25/17
Jamonique Florence
A Texas State University program is doing its part to improve techniques for responding to active shooter situations. Bobcat Update's Jamonique Florence has more.
ALERRT, or the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center at Texas State, is a first-responder training agency that uses scenario-based training. ALERRT's curriculum focuses on how to deal with active shooters. The methods are backed by nearly two decades of research. The federal government recently awarded ALERRT with a five-point-four-million-dollar grant.
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In the past, ALERRT has focused on law enforcement. Since its creation in 2002, the program has trained more than 105-thousand police officers. The focus has more recently moved to an integrated approach to also include Fire and E-M-S responders.
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The hope is that the more integrated approach for training responders will create more cohesion among the units.
ALERRT courses are offered year-round in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update, I'm Jamonique Florence.
ALERRT, or the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center at Texas State, is a first-responder training agency that uses scenario-based training. ALERRT's curriculum focuses on how to deal with active shooters. The methods are backed by nearly two decades of research. The federal government recently awarded ALERRT with a five-point-four-million-dollar grant.
SB-Dr. Pete Blair, Executive Director of ALERRT
In the past, ALERRT has focused on law enforcement. Since its creation in 2002, the program has trained more than 105-thousand police officers. The focus has more recently moved to an integrated approach to also include Fire and E-M-S responders.
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The hope is that the more integrated approach for training responders will create more cohesion among the units.
ALERRT courses are offered year-round in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update, I'm Jamonique Florence.
Ashley Simpson
The holiday season is here, which means students are getting ready to celebrate. Bobcat Update's Ashley Simpson tells us how some students are getting into the Christmas spirit.
The stockings are hung, the lights are shining and the smell of pine tree is in the air. Christmas is right around the corner, and Texas State students are preparing for the holiday season.
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For some students, Christmas is about enjoying the food and festivities. For others, it's about spending quality time with their loved ones.
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Although Christmas originated in the Christian religion to honor the birth of Jesus, the holiday has become a worldwide celebration. People from all over enjoy the festivities of Christmas. They bring to the holiday season different perspectives and a variety of traditions.
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(Stand up) Whether it's spending time with family or taking a break from every day life, Christmas brings joy to people everywhere. For Bobcat Update, I'm Ashley Simpson.
The stockings are hung, the lights are shining and the smell of pine tree is in the air. Christmas is right around the corner, and Texas State students are preparing for the holiday season.
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For some students, Christmas is about enjoying the food and festivities. For others, it's about spending quality time with their loved ones.
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Although Christmas originated in the Christian religion to honor the birth of Jesus, the holiday has become a worldwide celebration. People from all over enjoy the festivities of Christmas. They bring to the holiday season different perspectives and a variety of traditions.
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(Stand up) Whether it's spending time with family or taking a break from every day life, Christmas brings joy to people everywhere. For Bobcat Update, I'm Ashley Simpson.
Abriana Doherty
Graduation is coming up, and Bobcat Update's Aubrey Doherty tells us a few ways to get ready for it.
The Fall 2017 semester is coming to an end, and for some students, it will symbolize the closing of a chapter. For some, December will be a time to buy class rings, order caps and gowns, and leave Texas State behind. But before you can do all that, it may be useful to have a plan.
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So, schedule an advising appointment and keep your grades up. You'll want to be able to jump in the river with your friends on graduation day.
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Career Services is a great resource to use to get answers for all of your post-grad questions. They're located inside L-B-J and offer job fairs for all majors and even have a closet you can borrow interview clothes from. For Bobcat Update, I'm Aubrey Doherty.
The Fall 2017 semester is coming to an end, and for some students, it will symbolize the closing of a chapter. For some, December will be a time to buy class rings, order caps and gowns, and leave Texas State behind. But before you can do all that, it may be useful to have a plan.
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So, schedule an advising appointment and keep your grades up. You'll want to be able to jump in the river with your friends on graduation day.
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Career Services is a great resource to use to get answers for all of your post-grad questions. They're located inside L-B-J and offer job fairs for all majors and even have a closet you can borrow interview clothes from. For Bobcat Update, I'm Aubrey Doherty.
Jillian Schuster
Finals week is a stressful time for college students, and it is important for students to know how to study effectively and manage their stress. Bobcat Update's Jillian Schuster tells us more.
Finals week is the most stressful time of their semester for some students. They find themselves under a lot of pressure.
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When dealing with stress, it's important to stay on top of daily activities, such as going to the gym and eating properly.
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Time management is key when it comes to studying. Cramming for exams does more harm than good.
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Finals week is December 8th through the 14th.
Stand up: The Alkek library will be open 24 hours during finals week. For Bobcat Update, I'm Jillian Schuster.
Finals week is the most stressful time of their semester for some students. They find themselves under a lot of pressure.
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When dealing with stress, it's important to stay on top of daily activities, such as going to the gym and eating properly.
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Time management is key when it comes to studying. Cramming for exams does more harm than good.
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Finals week is December 8th through the 14th.
Stand up: The Alkek library will be open 24 hours during finals week. For Bobcat Update, I'm Jillian Schuster.
11/20/17
Peyton Donnell
Texas State students are using music to celebrate Latin culture. Bobcat Update's Peyton Donnell tells us how the student organizations -- Ritmo Latino, Chess Club and Rincon Hispano -- came together to throw a Latin Dance Night at George's.
George's welcomed students from all walks of life at last week's Latin Dance Night. Students were able to be immersed in many aspects of Latin culture such as food, music and dance. Some students, like Etzel Wolff, were excited to attend because the atmosphere reminds them of home.
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Wolff also says she loves the culture because it's so inclusive.
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The event was also reminiscent of home life for Texas State junior, Monica Prieto, who embraces the sense of unity.
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STANDUP: If you missed out, be sure to catch one of the other many events that George's hosts. For Bobcat Update, I'm Peyton Donnell.
George's welcomed students from all walks of life at last week's Latin Dance Night. Students were able to be immersed in many aspects of Latin culture such as food, music and dance. Some students, like Etzel Wolff, were excited to attend because the atmosphere reminds them of home.
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Wolff also says she loves the culture because it's so inclusive.
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The event was also reminiscent of home life for Texas State junior, Monica Prieto, who embraces the sense of unity.
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STANDUP: If you missed out, be sure to catch one of the other many events that George's hosts. For Bobcat Update, I'm Peyton Donnell.
11/19/17
Preston Winsett
Students at Texas State have reason to feel unsafe lately. Bobcat Update's Preston Winsett tells us how the university is responding.
Multiple bomb threats aimed at the L-B-J Student Center have raised tension on campus leaving some students wondering if Texas State handled the situation properly.
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Security on campus is a priority for the Texas State police department. The department has increased its presence on campus because of the threats.
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The Texas State police department encourages students to take advantage of the several services it offers to promote security.
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Police also encourage students to reach out if they have any suggestions or concerns.
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Multiple bomb threats aimed at the L-B-J Student Center have raised tension on campus leaving some students wondering if Texas State handled the situation properly.
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Security on campus is a priority for the Texas State police department. The department has increased its presence on campus because of the threats.
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The Texas State police department encourages students to take advantage of the several services it offers to promote security.
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Police also encourage students to reach out if they have any suggestions or concerns.
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Leanda Harley
Students who love reptiles can meet others who have a similar interest -- thanks to a local organization. Bobcat Update's Leanda Harley has more.
Homies with Scales is an educational organization that began this year in San Marcos. The organization sets up at venues around town to give participants an opportunity to learn and interact with reptiles.
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People of all ages have come out to learn more about their cold-blooded friends.
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Homies with Scales is expanding to include outreach to local schools.
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Homies with Scales is an educational organization that began this year in San Marcos. The organization sets up at venues around town to give participants an opportunity to learn and interact with reptiles.
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People of all ages have come out to learn more about their cold-blooded friends.
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Homies with Scales is expanding to include outreach to local schools.
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Chelsie Anguiano
It was two years ago that Central Texas experienced devastating floods, leaving many families homeless and causing several deaths. Bobcat Update's Chelsie Anguiano follows up on the story.
The Zavala family is one of many affected by the flooding. The Zavalas received help, but their recovery is far from complete.
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To the Zavalas, family is the most important thing.
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With the help of their community, the Zavalas are hoping their home will be completed soon.
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Volunteers cleared out the debris and helped repair damages that were made by the flooding.
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Even though two years have passed since the floods occurred, there are still many homes that need repairs.
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STAND UP: The organization is always looking for new volunteers and donations. To see how you can help. visit br3t.org or call 512-677-9701. For Bobcat Update, I'm Chelsie Anguiano.
The Zavala family is one of many affected by the flooding. The Zavalas received help, but their recovery is far from complete.
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To the Zavalas, family is the most important thing.
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With the help of their community, the Zavalas are hoping their home will be completed soon.
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Volunteers cleared out the debris and helped repair damages that were made by the flooding.
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Even though two years have passed since the floods occurred, there are still many homes that need repairs.
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STAND UP: The organization is always looking for new volunteers and donations. To see how you can help. visit br3t.org or call 512-677-9701. For Bobcat Update, I'm Chelsie Anguiano.
Otoniel Rivas
Health Promotion Services meets every Tuesday to address a variety of health issues and promote healthier lifestyles. Bobcat Update's Toni Rivas has more.
Healthy Cats is a student-led organization that meets every Tuesday at 5 p-m on the second floor of the Student Health Center. The organization addresses a variety of topics, including a recent effort to promote better nutrition.
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Students who enjoy cooking should consider joining Healthy Cats to enjoy its benefits.
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Teams are always collaborating in a positive and learning environment
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For more information on how to join Healthy Cats, you can contact them at 5-1-2-2-4-5-2-1-6-1. For Bobcat Update, I'm Tony Rivas.
Healthy Cats is a student-led organization that meets every Tuesday at 5 p-m on the second floor of the Student Health Center. The organization addresses a variety of topics, including a recent effort to promote better nutrition.
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Students who enjoy cooking should consider joining Healthy Cats to enjoy its benefits.
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Teams are always collaborating in a positive and learning environment
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For more information on how to join Healthy Cats, you can contact them at 5-1-2-2-4-5-2-1-6-1. For Bobcat Update, I'm Tony Rivas.
Albino Hernandez
The San Marcos Arts Commission recently had a sculpture viewing involving artists who want their work to be on permanent display in the city. In this Bobcat Update, Albino Hernandez tells us more about the event, which was held at the city's Activity Center.
Four artists were chosen to present their scale models for public discussion. San Marcos residents will have a chance to vote on the sculptures by filling out a form on which they critique the sculptures' movement and color.
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The sculpture designs have several purposes: to enhance the beauty of San Marcos, promote tourism, and to highlight the endangered species living in the San Marcos River.
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The final Texas Kinetic Blind Salamander Sculpture will be placed in the city's sculpture garden located next to the San Marcos River. For Bobcat Update, I'm Albino Hernandez.
Four artists were chosen to present their scale models for public discussion. San Marcos residents will have a chance to vote on the sculptures by filling out a form on which they critique the sculptures' movement and color.
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The sculpture designs have several purposes: to enhance the beauty of San Marcos, promote tourism, and to highlight the endangered species living in the San Marcos River.
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The final Texas Kinetic Blind Salamander Sculpture will be placed in the city's sculpture garden located next to the San Marcos River. For Bobcat Update, I'm Albino Hernandez.
11/16/17
Bailey Green
San Marcos business owners can learn how to promote their services more effectively. Free workshops will be held later this week to provide some tips. Bobcat Update's Bailey Green has more.
San Marcos businessman Eduardo Rios is the featured speaker at what is called a branding workshop. Rios says social media is an essential component in any marketing campaign.
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Rios says there are four components to creating an effective strategy for one's business or personal brand. He says keeping up with trends in social media and new technology are vital.
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SU: The next workshop will be held this Saturday at Splash Coworking, which is located on North L-B-J Drive. For Bobcat Update, I'm Bailey Green.
San Marcos businessman Eduardo Rios is the featured speaker at what is called a branding workshop. Rios says social media is an essential component in any marketing campaign.
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Rios says there are four components to creating an effective strategy for one's business or personal brand. He says keeping up with trends in social media and new technology are vital.
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SU: The next workshop will be held this Saturday at Splash Coworking, which is located on North L-B-J Drive. For Bobcat Update, I'm Bailey Green.
Naomi Garza
Take a drive toward Wimberley and you'll encounter signs for Texas State's Freeman Ranch. It's a working ranch in more ways than one. Bobcat Update's Naomi Garza explains.
The Freeman Ranch is perhaps best known for being one of only five so-called "body farms" in the U.S. Body farms are used by forensics scholars to study human bodies as they decay in nature. About 26 acres of the property have been used for that purpose since 2008. What you might NOT know is that the Freeman Ranch is also tool for agricultural education.
Harry and Joe Freeman were brothers who -- when they died -- had no heirs, and the brothers donated the land to Texas State to enhance education.
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But one thing that makes the Freeman ranch different from other schools with similar facilities is the proximity.
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The Ranch has a barn where most agriculture classes meet and a multipurpose classroom where professors can conduct class.
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But the ranch is not only used for research
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Chris, along with his family, lives onsite to help with the livestock. He maintains the equipment and helps with the collection of data.
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Appointments are necessary if you would like to visit the Freeman Ranch, which is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Standup: For more information, you can visit the website at t-x-state-dot-e-d-u-slash-freeman ranch. I'm Naomi Garza.
The Freeman Ranch is perhaps best known for being one of only five so-called "body farms" in the U.S. Body farms are used by forensics scholars to study human bodies as they decay in nature. About 26 acres of the property have been used for that purpose since 2008. What you might NOT know is that the Freeman Ranch is also tool for agricultural education.
Harry and Joe Freeman were brothers who -- when they died -- had no heirs, and the brothers donated the land to Texas State to enhance education.
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But one thing that makes the Freeman ranch different from other schools with similar facilities is the proximity.
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The Ranch has a barn where most agriculture classes meet and a multipurpose classroom where professors can conduct class.
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But the ranch is not only used for research
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Chris, along with his family, lives onsite to help with the livestock. He maintains the equipment and helps with the collection of data.
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Appointments are necessary if you would like to visit the Freeman Ranch, which is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Standup: For more information, you can visit the website at t-x-state-dot-e-d-u-slash-freeman ranch. I'm Naomi Garza.
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