Student enrollment at Texas State seems to be going up each year, which means
more traffic and fewer parking spots. Ana Anguiano has more in this Bobcat
Update.
Parking has long been an issue for students at Texas State. And, as new
buildings are being constructed to accommodate increased enrollment, the number
of parking lots has shrunk.
(SB)
For those who commute, there's always a risk of being ticketed if they park illegally:
(SB)
Those who can't afford or refuse to pay for parking permits may have to resort
to riding the Bobcat Tram to and from campus. But that isn't necessarily a
solution, because buses at peak times are filled to capacity.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Ana Anguiano.
Bobcat Update, a student-produced newscast recapping events at Texas State University, and is available for viewing on YouTube.
1/22/11
Mark Woodburn
Frustration is mounting over campus parking at Texas State. Mark Woodburn has
more in this Bobcat Update:
Enrollment at Texas State University continues to grow annually. With more
students comes an increase in vehicles and a decrease in available on-campus
parking. Student parking permits continue to get more expensive, but Senior
Vernon Wright says the price increases have not led to more parking
availability.
(SB 10-15sec)
Post-graduate student Danielle Madsen says commuters from outside the San
Marcos area often are the ones who struggle most to find parking. She says
more parking facilities are needed.
(SB 10-15sec)
Many hope that a new all-zone parking garage on Matthews Street will help
relieve the parking problems on campus.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Mark Woodburn
more in this Bobcat Update:
Enrollment at Texas State University continues to grow annually. With more
students comes an increase in vehicles and a decrease in available on-campus
parking. Student parking permits continue to get more expensive, but Senior
Vernon Wright says the price increases have not led to more parking
availability.
(SB 10-15sec)
Post-graduate student Danielle Madsen says commuters from outside the San
Marcos area often are the ones who struggle most to find parking. She says
more parking facilities are needed.
(SB 10-15sec)
Many hope that a new all-zone parking garage on Matthews Street will help
relieve the parking problems on campus.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Mark Woodburn
Nicholas Medina
With the start of a new semester at Texas State comes renewed frustration for
students who need to park on campus. Nicholas Medina has more in this Bobcat
Update.
Texas State's parking situation is not a new problem. To park legally on campus,
students must have permits, and permits come at a high cost. Senior Carl Woody
says the price isn't worth it:
(SOUNDBITE)
The permits are designated by color indicating a certain level of access for
each parking area. Commuters are issued purple permits and have to park faraway
from classes. Red and green permits are for faculty or students who live on
campus. Some students believe the university issues too many permits for the
limited number of parking spaces, and Senior Lynn McCann is frustrated by the
system:
(SOUNDBITE)
McCann as well as others use Bobcat Tram to get to campus, or they just walk to
class. For Bobcat Update, I am Nicholas Medina.
students who need to park on campus. Nicholas Medina has more in this Bobcat
Update.
Texas State's parking situation is not a new problem. To park legally on campus,
students must have permits, and permits come at a high cost. Senior Carl Woody
says the price isn't worth it:
(SOUNDBITE)
The permits are designated by color indicating a certain level of access for
each parking area. Commuters are issued purple permits and have to park faraway
from classes. Red and green permits are for faculty or students who live on
campus. Some students believe the university issues too many permits for the
limited number of parking spaces, and Senior Lynn McCann is frustrated by the
system:
(SOUNDBITE)
McCann as well as others use Bobcat Tram to get to campus, or they just walk to
class. For Bobcat Update, I am Nicholas Medina.
Douglas Bloom
With student population on the rise at Texas State, parking is a big issue on
campus. Douglas Bloom has more on this Bobcat Update.
With another semester underway, Texas State commuters have to make sure they
allow for plenty of travel time when heading to class. Lots designated for
commuters have become scarcer due to construction. Students either have to take
the bus to classes or walk. Even so, students like _______________ still find
purchasing a purple commuter pass worthwhile.
SB
Others, such as ____________ have decided against purchasing a parking pass
altogether. If they live near campus, they can rely on the bus system.
SB
Either way you travel to Texas State, one thing is for sure. If you're commuting
to campus, you're going to be heading out the door a little sooner this
semester.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Kelsey Kearns.
campus. Douglas Bloom has more on this Bobcat Update.
With another semester underway, Texas State commuters have to make sure they
allow for plenty of travel time when heading to class. Lots designated for
commuters have become scarcer due to construction. Students either have to take
the bus to classes or walk. Even so, students like _______________ still find
purchasing a purple commuter pass worthwhile.
SB
Others, such as ____________ have decided against purchasing a parking pass
altogether. If they live near campus, they can rely on the bus system.
SB
Either way you travel to Texas State, one thing is for sure. If you're commuting
to campus, you're going to be heading out the door a little sooner this
semester.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Kelsey Kearns.
1/19/11
Anthony Sifuentes
It's a new semester with many new exciting changes at Texas State, but, for
students, the hassle of finding parking remains. Anthony Sifuentes has more in
this Bobcat Update.
Parking is still scarce as commuters find themselves driving all around campus,
looking for a spot. For many, it can take nearly half an hour to find an empty
space. A couple of commuters, seniors Darin Gosnell and Avron Fernandes, find
the situation annoying as it complicates their daily schedules:
(SB)
(SB)
There are actually plenty of parking spaces, but few that are designated for
students. Some areas require a certain color sticker which many students lack.
More frustrating for students is that many reserved parking slots go unoccupied
and those designated for students are filled up very early in the day.
Occasionally one disregards the rules and parks in a restricted area, only
to be penalized for it.
Gosnell and Fernandes say the University should make parking more accessible.
(SB)
(SB)
As alternatives to parking, some students are bicycling, using Bobcat Tram,
having friends drop them off, or, in some cases, simply walking.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Anthony Sifuentes.
students, the hassle of finding parking remains. Anthony Sifuentes has more in
this Bobcat Update.
Parking is still scarce as commuters find themselves driving all around campus,
looking for a spot. For many, it can take nearly half an hour to find an empty
space. A couple of commuters, seniors Darin Gosnell and Avron Fernandes, find
the situation annoying as it complicates their daily schedules:
(SB)
(SB)
There are actually plenty of parking spaces, but few that are designated for
students. Some areas require a certain color sticker which many students lack.
More frustrating for students is that many reserved parking slots go unoccupied
and those designated for students are filled up very early in the day.
Occasionally one disregards the rules and parks in a restricted area, only
to be penalized for it.
Gosnell and Fernandes say the University should make parking more accessible.
(SB)
(SB)
As alternatives to parking, some students are bicycling, using Bobcat Tram,
having friends drop them off, or, in some cases, simply walking.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Anthony Sifuentes.
Corey Hogan
As Texas State students begin a new semester, they face an ongoing problem: a shortage of parking on campus. Corey Hogan has more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State's enrollment is growing, and as more students buy parking permits, parking spaces are more difficult to find. Students who live on campus have the option of buying residential parking permits that allow them to park in several designated lots on campus. For off-campus students, they may purchase commuter permits, which are of limited use. Some students are skeptical about the parking situation.
(SB)
The campus has a new parking garage on Matthews Street, but the number of available parking spaces is still limited because of construction on campus. One way to avoid the hassle is to park off-campus.
(SB)
Students who don't have a parking permit can park in the L-B-J Student Center for a fee, or they can use the Bobcat Tram shuttle bus system.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Corey Hogan.
Texas State's enrollment is growing, and as more students buy parking permits, parking spaces are more difficult to find. Students who live on campus have the option of buying residential parking permits that allow them to park in several designated lots on campus. For off-campus students, they may purchase commuter permits, which are of limited use. Some students are skeptical about the parking situation.
(SB)
The campus has a new parking garage on Matthews Street, but the number of available parking spaces is still limited because of construction on campus. One way to avoid the hassle is to park off-campus.
(SB)
Students who don't have a parking permit can park in the L-B-J Student Center for a fee, or they can use the Bobcat Tram shuttle bus system.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Corey Hogan.
Clair Hugo
Students are adjusting to some changes on campus that relate to parking. Clair Hugo has this Bobcat Update.
Parking Service officials are on the job and have been issuing tickets to violators. Parking has always been a struggle at Texas State, and it hasn't been made any easier with the new construction projects on campus. Several parking spots have been eliminated at College Inn and Jackson Halls. New garages have been built, such as the one on Matthews Street, but they haven't been enough to offset the losses.
SOUNDBITE
Other factors have also contributed to creating an easier flow during busy school days. Commuters and off campus students have different methods of getting to class on time. The Quad Bus Loop is a big help for many.
SOUNDBITE
Others choose to pay hourly at the L-B-J Center Parking Garage, although prices were recently increased there
For Bobcat Update, I'm Clair Hugo.
Parking Service officials are on the job and have been issuing tickets to violators. Parking has always been a struggle at Texas State, and it hasn't been made any easier with the new construction projects on campus. Several parking spots have been eliminated at College Inn and Jackson Halls. New garages have been built, such as the one on Matthews Street, but they haven't been enough to offset the losses.
SOUNDBITE
Other factors have also contributed to creating an easier flow during busy school days. Commuters and off campus students have different methods of getting to class on time. The Quad Bus Loop is a big help for many.
SOUNDBITE
Others choose to pay hourly at the L-B-J Center Parking Garage, although prices were recently increased there
For Bobcat Update, I'm Clair Hugo.
John Spain
Many Texas State students confront parking woes on a daily basis. John Spain
has more on this Bobcat Update.
Over the last several years, parking in San Marcos, and especially on the campus
of Texas State University has become an increasingly valuable commodity. Some
students find parking restrictions and the possible fines which accompany them,
an unnecessary and unwelcome strain on an already limited college budget.
SB(:10-15)
Still, some students find alternate modes of transportation, such as the Texas
State Tram, or optional carpool designated areas to be well-tailored to their
daily routine and distance from campus. Even so, many commuters who purchase a
purple pass still find themselves searching for a place to park.
SB (:10-15)
The new Matthews Street parking garage is set to open this spring, but it's
still likely not going to be enough. The university's enrollment has increased
significantly, now reaching just over 31-thousand students. It's entirely
possible that the complaints and congestion on campus will only get worse..
For Bobcat Update, I'm John Spain
has more on this Bobcat Update.
Over the last several years, parking in San Marcos, and especially on the campus
of Texas State University has become an increasingly valuable commodity. Some
students find parking restrictions and the possible fines which accompany them,
an unnecessary and unwelcome strain on an already limited college budget.
SB(:10-15)
Still, some students find alternate modes of transportation, such as the Texas
State Tram, or optional carpool designated areas to be well-tailored to their
daily routine and distance from campus. Even so, many commuters who purchase a
purple pass still find themselves searching for a place to park.
SB (:10-15)
The new Matthews Street parking garage is set to open this spring, but it's
still likely not going to be enough. The university's enrollment has increased
significantly, now reaching just over 31-thousand students. It's entirely
possible that the complaints and congestion on campus will only get worse..
For Bobcat Update, I'm John Spain
12/2/10
Michael Fallis
An annual tradition in San Marcos is being celebrated this week. The Sights and
Sounds of Christmas will be attracting visitors who are ready to celebrate the
season. The Christmas spirit can be found at the San Marcos Plaza Park where
ferris wheels will be turning and funnel cakes will be eaten. This year's
four-day event will feature a toy train exhibit, and Santa Claus will be
greeting children every night of the event. Sight and Sounds kicked off last
night and will continue through Saturday. Admission is four dollars a person,
and kids who are 10 or under get in free.
Sounds of Christmas will be attracting visitors who are ready to celebrate the
season. The Christmas spirit can be found at the San Marcos Plaza Park where
ferris wheels will be turning and funnel cakes will be eaten. This year's
four-day event will feature a toy train exhibit, and Santa Claus will be
greeting children every night of the event. Sight and Sounds kicked off last
night and will continue through Saturday. Admission is four dollars a person,
and kids who are 10 or under get in free.
Karla Estrada
The Christmas season is upon us. If you're one who prefers a natural tree
adorning your home, you can find several places in Central Texas that sell
Christmas trees. Giant retailers like Wal-Mart and Target have a lot to choose
from, or you buy local -- from places like Vogel's Tannenbaum Farms. The most
commonly purchased trees are Fraser Fir, Afghan Pine and Leyland Cypress. Some
take three to four years to grow to six feet, depending on the rain. Natural
trees require no storage, they have a great Christmas scent, and they can be
turned into mulch after the holidays.
adorning your home, you can find several places in Central Texas that sell
Christmas trees. Giant retailers like Wal-Mart and Target have a lot to choose
from, or you buy local -- from places like Vogel's Tannenbaum Farms. The most
commonly purchased trees are Fraser Fir, Afghan Pine and Leyland Cypress. Some
take three to four years to grow to six feet, depending on the rain. Natural
trees require no storage, they have a great Christmas scent, and they can be
turned into mulch after the holidays.
12/1/10
Hayley Balin
The bill to allow concealed weapons in classrooms has been vetoed. Hayley Balin
has more in this Bobcat Update.
A-S-G President Mel Ferrari made the decision to veto the bill on
concealed carry Wednesday afternoon. Ferrari said allowing concealed
handguns on campus would be reason for grave concern should there
ever be an active shooter on campus.
(Ferrari...22 sec...too great)
population at Texas State, because almost one-third of the A-S-G
Senators did NOT participate in the vote that approved the bill. A-S-G
Senators Adam French and Tyler Crump
introduced the bill to change the policy Monday night.
Current policy states that concealed weapons are banned in buildings
on campus. French said the university, in his view, needs to reconsider
its policy.
(French…33 sec…the senate)
At an A-S-G meeting Monday, 25 senators voted in favor of seeking a
change in the policy. Ten voted against it. This came after a open forum
on November 22nd at which Texas State students were able to voice
their opinions on the matter. A University Police Captain also spoke
about his concerns during the forum.
(Benitez…13 sec…aware of)
Now that the bill has been vetoed it could come before the senate again
in the spring, if there is enough support to attempt to override the veto.
For Bobcat Update, I’m Hayley Balin.
has more in this Bobcat Update.
A-S-G President Mel Ferrari made the decision to veto the bill on
concealed carry Wednesday afternoon. Ferrari said allowing concealed
handguns on campus would be reason for grave concern should there
ever be an active shooter on campus.
(Ferrari...22 sec...too great)
population at Texas State, because almost one-third of the A-S-G
Senators did NOT participate in the vote that approved the bill. A-S-G
Senators Adam French and Tyler Crump
introduced the bill to change the policy Monday night.
Current policy states that concealed weapons are banned in buildings
on campus. French said the university, in his view, needs to reconsider
its policy.
(French…33 sec…the senate)
At an A-S-G meeting Monday, 25 senators voted in favor of seeking a
change in the policy. Ten voted against it. This came after a open forum
on November 22nd at which Texas State students were able to voice
their opinions on the matter. A University Police Captain also spoke
about his concerns during the forum.
(Benitez…13 sec…aware of)
Now that the bill has been vetoed it could come before the senate again
in the spring, if there is enough support to attempt to override the veto.
For Bobcat Update, I’m Hayley Balin.
Chase Birthisel
The Texas State football team will soon begin searching for a new head coach.
Chase Birthisel has more in this Bobcat Update.
The official word of coach Brad Wright's firing came Monday, November 22nd,
after a losing season of four wins and seven loses. The coach was let go only
eleven days after the athletic department's announcement of joining the Western
Athletic Conference in 2012. Sports information director Rick Poulter says the
search for the next coach will be nationwide.
SB
Wright signed a three-year contract extension in January, guaranteeing him
190-thousand dollars per year. According to a University Star article, an
athletics department spokesperson said a buyout clause from Wright's contract
will be used.
STANDUP
Chase Birthisel has more in this Bobcat Update.
The official word of coach Brad Wright's firing came Monday, November 22nd,
after a losing season of four wins and seven loses. The coach was let go only
eleven days after the athletic department's announcement of joining the Western
Athletic Conference in 2012. Sports information director Rick Poulter says the
search for the next coach will be nationwide.
SB
Wright signed a three-year contract extension in January, guaranteeing him
190-thousand dollars per year. According to a University Star article, an
athletics department spokesperson said a buyout clause from Wright's contract
will be used.
STANDUP
11/30/10
Jeremy Klaff
You may not be aware of it, but the L-B-J Student Center has some hidden gems. There are places within the center to check out if you have some free time. If you're looking for a place to relax, go to George's. Need a nap or a place to do your homework? Check out Boko's. The student center even has a shower on the third floor. Need legal advice? Talk with the school attorney. The information desk can direct you to all kinds of resources.
Natalie Pendergrass
Texas State students will soon be cramming for their final exams. If you're looking for a quiet place, the Alkek Library is a favorite choice of many. One of its features is the SLAC lab, which offers tutoring for many courses. The library's sixth floor is known as the silent floor where a lot of students hang out for heavy duty studying. If writing papers, planning projects, or designing portfolios is on your finals' list, Flowers Hall is home to the Writing Center. And you'll find open computer labs at several locations on campus.
Robert Fisher
Every freshman at Texas State has to go through orientation to learn how to navigate around campus, but that doesn't mean they learn everything there is to know about what makes the place interesting. Robert Fisher has the story.
Pay attention now, there'll be a quiz at the end of this.
Here are the facts. Residential College. Have you heard about it? It's open to all freshmen and includes three residential halls: Brogdon, Beretta and Laurel. You have to be pretty smart to be a part of it.
[Standup]
Another fun fact: Texas State is a diverse campus. The student body closely resembles the make-up of Central Texas with 65-percent white, 25-percent Hispanic, 6-percent African American and 3-percent Asian.
[Standup]
The campus newspaper. Texas State's University Star is the fourth oldest student-run newspaper in Texas: founded in 1911.
[Standup]
Editor in Chief Allen Reed says the secret to the Star's longevity is its integrity.
[SB]
For all the social media fans, Texas State ranks fifth. Yeh, but we're moving up…we are after all the rising star in Texas. How many fans do you think Texas State has?
[SB]
[SB]
[SB]
{Standup}
Pay attention now, there'll be a quiz at the end of this.
Here are the facts. Residential College. Have you heard about it? It's open to all freshmen and includes three residential halls: Brogdon, Beretta and Laurel. You have to be pretty smart to be a part of it.
[Standup]
Another fun fact: Texas State is a diverse campus. The student body closely resembles the make-up of Central Texas with 65-percent white, 25-percent Hispanic, 6-percent African American and 3-percent Asian.
[Standup]
The campus newspaper. Texas State's University Star is the fourth oldest student-run newspaper in Texas: founded in 1911.
[Standup]
Editor in Chief Allen Reed says the secret to the Star's longevity is its integrity.
[SB]
For all the social media fans, Texas State ranks fifth. Yeh, but we're moving up…we are after all the rising star in Texas. How many fans do you think Texas State has?
[SB]
[SB]
[SB]
{Standup}
Jennifer Nickell
Texas State is doing its part to call attention to AIDS prevention. A campus team called the Network organized the university's effort to promote awareness about AIDS and H-I-V. Texas State is not alone, because yesterday was World AIDS day, which calls attention to the plight of the 33 million people who are infected with the virus. Perhaps you've noticed the effort on campus – brochures have been handed out along with red ribbons to show support and concern.
11/29/10
Matthew Wyble
Some Texas State students say -- enough already -- when it comes to the
ever-present solicitors on campus. The solicitations usually take place on the
quad where the heaviest foot traffic exists. According to the University Star,
organizations distributing fliers have incited criticism from students.
University policy states that anyone wishing to distribute literature in the
Quad is required to use a table and must not interfere with traffic or create
litter.
ever-present solicitors on campus. The solicitations usually take place on the
quad where the heaviest foot traffic exists. According to the University Star,
organizations distributing fliers have incited criticism from students.
University policy states that anyone wishing to distribute literature in the
Quad is required to use a table and must not interfere with traffic or create
litter.
Adam Holloway
A new doctoral program has just been approved by the university's Board of
Regents. The governing board has authorized Texas State to offer a doctor of
philosophy major in Materials Science, Engineering, and Commercialization. The
program will be unique in Texas. It will advance research in the development of
the next generation of plastics, renewable energy, and electronics, and it will
help doctoral students learn how to commercialize their findings. Courses in the
doctoral program are expected to begin as early as the fall of 2011.
Regents. The governing board has authorized Texas State to offer a doctor of
philosophy major in Materials Science, Engineering, and Commercialization. The
program will be unique in Texas. It will advance research in the development of
the next generation of plastics, renewable energy, and electronics, and it will
help doctoral students learn how to commercialize their findings. Courses in the
doctoral program are expected to begin as early as the fall of 2011.
Rachel Nelson
The annual Sights and Sounds of Christmas will kick off tonight at six o'clock in the San Marcos Plaza Park, located in the 400 block of East Hopkins Street. City officials say the four-day-long event will likely attract about 35-thousand visitors who will gather for food, arts and crafts, games, and carnival rides. Another feature of the events will be the thousands of lights strung along the San Marcos River. The annual Sights and Sounds 5-K Run and Walk will also take place Saturday, starting at nine A-M in the park.
11/18/10
Will McGinnis
In letters to four companies, the Food and Drug Administration says it has
concluded that adding caffeine to alcohol is unsafe. Four Loko and Joose are
among the companies that received the letters. If the companies do not take
action within 15 days, the F-D-A could begin seizing the products. Federal
officials were facing increasing pressure to take action in the wake of
high-profile incidents, especially involving college students. Experts say the
drinks, sometimes called a blackout in a can, contain high levels of alcohol and
caffeine, making it difficult for people to realize how intoxicated they are.
concluded that adding caffeine to alcohol is unsafe. Four Loko and Joose are
among the companies that received the letters. If the companies do not take
action within 15 days, the F-D-A could begin seizing the products. Federal
officials were facing increasing pressure to take action in the wake of
high-profile incidents, especially involving college students. Experts say the
drinks, sometimes called a blackout in a can, contain high levels of alcohol and
caffeine, making it difficult for people to realize how intoxicated they are.
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