Bobcat Update, a student-produced newscast recapping events at Texas State University, and is available for viewing on YouTube.
4/25/12
Christlyn Corona
The summer break is fast approaching, and many Texas State students are making plans. Christlyn Corona has more with this Bobcat Update.
Finals have arrived, and students are almost done with another spring semester. So, what's next?! Whether it's work or play, most are looking forward to the break.
(SB...Jessica Rodriguez...Psychology Major...sec)
(SB...Megan Turner...Advertising Major...sec)
Taking summer classes is one way to get ahead and get closer to graduation. Another option is earning some money, or perhaps interning.
(SB...Ryan Morris...Marketing Major...sec)
For those who just want to relax, there are plenty of fun activities -- indoors and out.
(SB...Claire Palmer...Psychology...sec)
Stand-Up: Whether you're taking summer classes, looking for a job or simply relaxing by the river, this summer is sure to be a beautiful one for Texas State students.
Finals have arrived, and students are almost done with another spring semester. So, what's next?! Whether it's work or play, most are looking forward to the break.
(SB...Jessica Rodriguez...Psychology Major...sec)
(SB...Megan Turner...Advertising Major...sec)
Taking summer classes is one way to get ahead and get closer to graduation. Another option is earning some money, or perhaps interning.
(SB...Ryan Morris...Marketing Major...sec)
For those who just want to relax, there are plenty of fun activities -- indoors and out.
(SB...Claire Palmer...Psychology...sec)
Stand-Up: Whether you're taking summer classes, looking for a job or simply relaxing by the river, this summer is sure to be a beautiful one for Texas State students.
Tatiana Salazar
San Marcos definitely has its fair share of interesting characters, like Frisbee Dan and the Sun Worshipper. And, in this Bobcat Update, Tatiana Salazar tells us about another -- one known as the Viking Goddess.
You may know her for the sweet voice she has when she tells you that your orange chicken is not a meal trade. Or maybe you know her because of her long pigtails. Most know her for being the Viking Goddess of Jones Dining Hall. Susie Mullen graduated from Texas State in 19-88 and has been working at Jones for the past seven years. She says she can't imagine having a different job.
Mullen: I never know when the next person going through my line could be some famous football player, a great politician, a famous musician. There's so many talents and interests that the students have here, its fascinating to get to know them."
Students and co-workers feel the same about Susie.
Sias: "Susie, she's a real character, she's very nice. She always brightens your day, always gives you that pick me up."
Ibarra: "she's really nice, she actually cares about how your day is going and everything. She actually has a conversation with you, unlike the other ladies that just swipe your card."
And if that weren't enough, her Facebook fan page has more than four-thousand "likes".
Standup: "Many people don't know that Susie had her own restaurant on the corner of Concho and Guadalupe, where this abandoned lot is now."
Mullen: "I had a blackboard that rocked with several entrees, appetizers, desserts, everyday. Just changing on the whim on whatever was on the produce and what looked good and what inspired me that day."
Not only can she cook, but she also writes music and has some of her own artwork on display at Jones. And in her spare time, she helps raise money for the Hays County Food Bank. One could say that Susie -- the Viking Goddess -- is a real Renaissance woman. For Bobcat Update, I'm Tatiana Salazar.
You may know her for the sweet voice she has when she tells you that your orange chicken is not a meal trade. Or maybe you know her because of her long pigtails. Most know her for being the Viking Goddess of Jones Dining Hall. Susie Mullen graduated from Texas State in 19-88 and has been working at Jones for the past seven years. She says she can't imagine having a different job.
Mullen: I never know when the next person going through my line could be some famous football player, a great politician, a famous musician. There's so many talents and interests that the students have here, its fascinating to get to know them."
Students and co-workers feel the same about Susie.
Sias: "Susie, she's a real character, she's very nice. She always brightens your day, always gives you that pick me up."
Ibarra: "she's really nice, she actually cares about how your day is going and everything. She actually has a conversation with you, unlike the other ladies that just swipe your card."
And if that weren't enough, her Facebook fan page has more than four-thousand "likes".
Standup: "Many people don't know that Susie had her own restaurant on the corner of Concho and Guadalupe, where this abandoned lot is now."
Mullen: "I had a blackboard that rocked with several entrees, appetizers, desserts, everyday. Just changing on the whim on whatever was on the produce and what looked good and what inspired me that day."
Not only can she cook, but she also writes music and has some of her own artwork on display at Jones. And in her spare time, she helps raise money for the Hays County Food Bank. One could say that Susie -- the Viking Goddess -- is a real Renaissance woman. For Bobcat Update, I'm Tatiana Salazar.
Geoff Gorman
If you love being outdoors, surrounded by nature and getting exercise, then this next report is just for you. Geoff Gorman tells us about a sport that is growing in popularity.
T.J. Wolling…0:10…how long he has been playing, the different obstacles, it's a challenge
Disc golf is a sport that combines the physical aspects of hiking with the precision of regular golf. The object of the game is to try to get your disc in the basket in the least amount of throws.
The discs are hard or soft rubber and vary in weights and sizes.
Grant Powell…0:10…explaining the disks he has and their significance
The weight of each disc, ranging from 150 to 180 grams, is written on its bottom. The weight varies depending on the designated purpose of the disc. The types of discs fall into three categories: drivers, mid-range and putters; each designed specifically for its own control, speed and accuracy. Discs can be purchased at most outdoor or sporting goods stores, and the prices can range from ten to 20 dollars. That means that losing a disc can get pricey.
Cori Grohman…0:08…losing discs in the grass and water
But one upside to searching for a bad shot is finding more disc in the process.
Cori Grohman…0:09…roommate lost, then found other discs
T.J. Wolling…0:07…ready for grass to die so he can go look for discs
Gorman…0:08…stand up, where the course is located, and it's free.
T.J. Wolling…0:10…how long he has been playing, the different obstacles, it's a challenge
Disc golf is a sport that combines the physical aspects of hiking with the precision of regular golf. The object of the game is to try to get your disc in the basket in the least amount of throws.
The discs are hard or soft rubber and vary in weights and sizes.
Grant Powell…0:10…explaining the disks he has and their significance
The weight of each disc, ranging from 150 to 180 grams, is written on its bottom. The weight varies depending on the designated purpose of the disc. The types of discs fall into three categories: drivers, mid-range and putters; each designed specifically for its own control, speed and accuracy. Discs can be purchased at most outdoor or sporting goods stores, and the prices can range from ten to 20 dollars. That means that losing a disc can get pricey.
Cori Grohman…0:08…losing discs in the grass and water
But one upside to searching for a bad shot is finding more disc in the process.
Cori Grohman…0:09…roommate lost, then found other discs
T.J. Wolling…0:07…ready for grass to die so he can go look for discs
Gorman…0:08…stand up, where the course is located, and it's free.
Kathryn Crider
Many Texas State students are helping feed the hungry. They're doing it with their left-over meal trades. Kathryn Crider has more in this Bobcat Update.
At the end of each Spring semester, many Texas State students using meal plans find themselves with a surplus of unused meal trades. Meal trades or "swipes" not used in the fall are rolled over to the spring semester, but any swipes left at the end of the school year simply go to waste with no option for a refund.
Students living on campus are required to purchase a meal plan each semester, with the smallest plan carrying 150 meals. So, with at least 300 meals at their disposal each year, many students end up forfeiting quite a few meal trades in lieu of off-campus dining and other options, essentially not eating meals they were required to purchase.
Hernandez..."It's a waste...money down the drain."
Crider..."As the semester draws...already paid for."
Junior Morgan Eaton decided she wasn't OK with letting her unused meals go to waste, so she and several friends organized to donate meals purchased with some of the swipes they won't use to feed the homeless at the Southside Community Center.
Eaton..."It killed me...put their money to use"
Jennifer Gray of the Southside Community Center says there is always a need for food at the San Marcos's homeless community. Gray encourages students to follow Eaton's lead and donate what they can of their pre-purchased leftovers.
Gray..."Meals feed a ton...mean a lot to them."
With support from more students, Eaton says she wants to create a student organization to help fight hunger in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kathryn Crider.
At the end of each Spring semester, many Texas State students using meal plans find themselves with a surplus of unused meal trades. Meal trades or "swipes" not used in the fall are rolled over to the spring semester, but any swipes left at the end of the school year simply go to waste with no option for a refund.
Students living on campus are required to purchase a meal plan each semester, with the smallest plan carrying 150 meals. So, with at least 300 meals at their disposal each year, many students end up forfeiting quite a few meal trades in lieu of off-campus dining and other options, essentially not eating meals they were required to purchase.
Hernandez..."It's a waste...money down the drain."
Crider..."As the semester draws...already paid for."
Junior Morgan Eaton decided she wasn't OK with letting her unused meals go to waste, so she and several friends organized to donate meals purchased with some of the swipes they won't use to feed the homeless at the Southside Community Center.
Eaton..."It killed me...put their money to use"
Jennifer Gray of the Southside Community Center says there is always a need for food at the San Marcos's homeless community. Gray encourages students to follow Eaton's lead and donate what they can of their pre-purchased leftovers.
Gray..."Meals feed a ton...mean a lot to them."
With support from more students, Eaton says she wants to create a student organization to help fight hunger in San Marcos. For Bobcat Update, I'm Kathryn Crider.
4/22/12
Orlando Garza
Two Texas state anthropologists are featured experts on a new television show. Orlando Garza tells us more in this Bobcat Update.
Texas State anthropologists Dr. Michelle Hamilton and Dr. Kate Spradley are helping shed light on events that helped define this country. The two are studying skeletal remains on the National Geographic show "The Decrypters". The show follows the doctors as they use forensics to determine the gender of skeletal remains and the cause of the person's death. Dr. Hamilton says she'ss proud that her work is being recognized.
(Dr. Hamilton Sound bite)
Texas State student Daniela Castro says the show brings attention to the school and credibility to her major.
(Texas state student sound bite)
(Orlando Garza stand up)
Texas State anthropologists Dr. Michelle Hamilton and Dr. Kate Spradley are helping shed light on events that helped define this country. The two are studying skeletal remains on the National Geographic show "The Decrypters". The show follows the doctors as they use forensics to determine the gender of skeletal remains and the cause of the person's death. Dr. Hamilton says she'ss proud that her work is being recognized.
(Dr. Hamilton Sound bite)
Texas State student Daniela Castro says the show brings attention to the school and credibility to her major.
(Texas state student sound bite)
(Orlando Garza stand up)
Shannon Greif
Some Texas State students are bringing the HEAT. Shannon Greif (GRIFE) has more on this Bobcat Update.
The Human Environmental Animal Team has had an impact on the San Marcos community since its establishment in October of 2010.
(Luecke…15 sec… a movement.)
HEAT has participated in river cleanups, helped with Bobcat Builds, raised money for charities and worked with local animal shelters. Luecke says that HEAT is a culture that the group hopes will spread across the world.
(Luecke…13 sec… Striving toward.)
HEAT helped raise money to send cloths to a school in Columbia and to Bastrop fire victims last October.
(Smith…12 sec… just being positivity)
Members say that HEAT is a fun organization, and it accepts project ideas from all of its members.
(Smith…7 sec… Their views.)
Smith says HEAT goes beyond the roles of a student community service organization.
(Smith… 11 sec…. this Friday.)
HEAT has won many awards for its humanitarian and environmental efforts including the Registered Organization of the Year Boco Award in 2010 and 2011. The organization is gearing up for its second Swipes For The Homeless at the end of this semester. Participating members turn in left-over meal trades to distribute to the homeless in Austin.
(Smith… 4 sec… you know.)
Stand up: If you are one of the many students that has left over meal trades this semester or if you would just like to join, you can contact HEAT. on the group's Facebook page or talk to one of its many members for more information. For Bobcat Update, I'm Shannon Greif.
The Human Environmental Animal Team has had an impact on the San Marcos community since its establishment in October of 2010.
(Luecke…15 sec… a movement.)
HEAT has participated in river cleanups, helped with Bobcat Builds, raised money for charities and worked with local animal shelters. Luecke says that HEAT is a culture that the group hopes will spread across the world.
(Luecke…13 sec… Striving toward.)
HEAT helped raise money to send cloths to a school in Columbia and to Bastrop fire victims last October.
(Smith…12 sec… just being positivity)
Members say that HEAT is a fun organization, and it accepts project ideas from all of its members.
(Smith…7 sec… Their views.)
Smith says HEAT goes beyond the roles of a student community service organization.
(Smith… 11 sec…. this Friday.)
HEAT has won many awards for its humanitarian and environmental efforts including the Registered Organization of the Year Boco Award in 2010 and 2011. The organization is gearing up for its second Swipes For The Homeless at the end of this semester. Participating members turn in left-over meal trades to distribute to the homeless in Austin.
(Smith… 4 sec… you know.)
Stand up: If you are one of the many students that has left over meal trades this semester or if you would just like to join, you can contact HEAT. on the group's Facebook page or talk to one of its many members for more information. For Bobcat Update, I'm Shannon Greif.
Jill Ament
The life experiences of a San Marcos man are being expressed by what he makes. Jill Ament explains in this Bobcat Update.
It looks like a normal day at Rio Vista Park. But take a closer look. There. What's going on there?
SB: "…digging for gold."
SB: "…kind of art."
SB: "…he's making paper!"
Yes. Malachi Muncy is making paper.
SB: Malachi Muncy
But to understand why would require taking an even closer look: at the walls in his apartment and at the military fatigues he wears… and doesn't wear.
SB: Muncy
Muncy has used about 150 uniforms in his paper making projects over the years. Come to find out, they're the perfect ingredient for paper pulp.
SB: Muncy
The uniforms he wore in service have also become an ingredient for healing. For Muncy, two deployments to Iraq had to be addressed. Somehow.
SB: Muncy
(STAND UP: Muncy takes military fatigues like this… and turns them into art.)
Last Friday night, he had an opportunity to show his work at the Under the Hood Café in Austin, an art outreach center for veterans.
SB: Jim Turpin
And you've heard of a proud parent, but what about a proud daughter?
SB: Lilly Muncy
So look again. A closer look. There.
SB: "... really neat!"
SB: "…paper??"
SB: "…that's really great."
For Bobcat Update, I'm Jill Ament.
It looks like a normal day at Rio Vista Park. But take a closer look. There. What's going on there?
SB: "…digging for gold."
SB: "…kind of art."
SB: "…he's making paper!"
Yes. Malachi Muncy is making paper.
SB: Malachi Muncy
But to understand why would require taking an even closer look: at the walls in his apartment and at the military fatigues he wears… and doesn't wear.
SB: Muncy
Muncy has used about 150 uniforms in his paper making projects over the years. Come to find out, they're the perfect ingredient for paper pulp.
SB: Muncy
The uniforms he wore in service have also become an ingredient for healing. For Muncy, two deployments to Iraq had to be addressed. Somehow.
SB: Muncy
(STAND UP: Muncy takes military fatigues like this… and turns them into art.)
Last Friday night, he had an opportunity to show his work at the Under the Hood Café in Austin, an art outreach center for veterans.
SB: Jim Turpin
And you've heard of a proud parent, but what about a proud daughter?
SB: Lilly Muncy
So look again. A closer look. There.
SB: "... really neat!"
SB: "…paper??"
SB: "…that's really great."
For Bobcat Update, I'm Jill Ament.
Raul Vieira
Those who graduate from Texas State can take advantage of many programs after they've finished school. Raul Vieira has more on this Bobcat Update.
Long after you've found your first job out of school and established yourself in a career or in the pursuit of your dreams, Texas State will remain at the ready if you need information or services. Graduation isn't the end of being a Bobcat. Alums are able to tap into a variety of discounts and job services after graduation.
(SB: Christopher Jones – Career Advisor - …we provide. 6 sec).
The Alumni Association works with Career Services to help graduates find a job.
(SB: Jennifer Scharlach – Marketing and Promotions Coordinator-…experienced alumni. 9 sec).
The university has more than 140-thousand alumni, so you're bound to find Bobcats in a lot of places, and they can help you in advancing your career.
Raul Vieira – Bobcat Update-…Raul Vieira. (6 sec).
Long after you've found your first job out of school and established yourself in a career or in the pursuit of your dreams, Texas State will remain at the ready if you need information or services. Graduation isn't the end of being a Bobcat. Alums are able to tap into a variety of discounts and job services after graduation.
(SB: Christopher Jones – Career Advisor - …we provide. 6 sec).
The Alumni Association works with Career Services to help graduates find a job.
(SB: Jennifer Scharlach – Marketing and Promotions Coordinator-…experienced alumni. 9 sec).
The university has more than 140-thousand alumni, so you're bound to find Bobcats in a lot of places, and they can help you in advancing your career.
Raul Vieira – Bobcat Update-…Raul Vieira. (6 sec).
Randy Robinson
The semester is coming to an end, and some students are celebrating in unique ways. In this Bobcat Update, Randy Robinson tells us where you can find something a little different for your next party.
Costumed Occasions, located on the square in San Marcos, offers costumes year around. Store owner Bert [BERT WHO?] has kept the business going for the past 32 years by selling and renting costumes. He also works with the Texas State Theater and Dance Department. Costumed Occasions has professionally-made attire, ranging from Easter Bunnies to Santa Claus to circus ringleaders.
(SB: "There are over 10,000 costumes in this store and I've made about half of them.")
The shop also has accessories including wigs, masks, canes and bow ties. Some students have been repeat customers at Costume Occasions.
(SB: Jake: "We're having a murder mystery party and this place made it easy to find our costumes.")
Others are new.
(SB: Josh: "Look at this place, everything sparkles.")
Bert has won several awards for her costume designs and make up. Whether you are new to dressing up or have been doing it for years, Costumed Occasions has everything you need to spruce up your end-of-the-year party.
From Bobcat Update, I'm Randy Robinson.
Costumed Occasions, located on the square in San Marcos, offers costumes year around. Store owner Bert [BERT WHO?] has kept the business going for the past 32 years by selling and renting costumes. He also works with the Texas State Theater and Dance Department. Costumed Occasions has professionally-made attire, ranging from Easter Bunnies to Santa Claus to circus ringleaders.
(SB: "There are over 10,000 costumes in this store and I've made about half of them.")
The shop also has accessories including wigs, masks, canes and bow ties. Some students have been repeat customers at Costume Occasions.
(SB: Jake: "We're having a murder mystery party and this place made it easy to find our costumes.")
Others are new.
(SB: Josh: "Look at this place, everything sparkles.")
Bert has won several awards for her costume designs and make up. Whether you are new to dressing up or have been doing it for years, Costumed Occasions has everything you need to spruce up your end-of-the-year party.
From Bobcat Update, I'm Randy Robinson.
4/19/12
Kyle Muscarello
The semester is coming to a close at Texas State University, and some students are already getting ready for final exams. The library is a popular place for last-minute cramming. The Student Learning Center is available prior to the exams to help students with any questions they might have. The instructors at SLAC can help with a variety of subjects from Accounting to Spanish. The final exam schedule can be found on the registrars' website.
Marylea Brown
Austin is looking more and more like Hollywood these days as the city continues to grow into a celebrity hot spot. Stars of the new movie "Get the Gringo" walked the red carpet for the premiere screening at the Alamo Drafthouse last night. Cast members Mel Gibson, Kevin Hernandez, director Adrian Grünberg (Groon-berg), and fellow director Robert Rodriguez were all present. The film follows Gibson as an American career criminal who is captured by Mexican authorities and taken to a rough and tough prison. Grünberg makes his debut as a movie director in this action-packed dark comedy that will begin showing exclusively on Direct-TV May first.
4/18/12
Laurie Gonzales
Texas State University is hosting Earth Day Celebration on the Quad. Today, The Environmental Conservation Organization, Texas State Recycling, and City of San Marcos were some of the many exhibitors promoting go green programs, as well as energy and water conservation tips. Solar-powered cars and eco-friendly blenders were some of the different renewable energy displays showcased. This event continues tomorrow with a "Bike to School Day" encouraging the Texas State community to ride a bicycle to class or work.
Kathryn Crider
Texas State's musical theatre program is letting the sun shine in for performances of the rock musical Hair. It opens Friday and runs until April 28th. The story follows a group of friends speaking up and singing out for love and freedom in a time of national protest and revolution. The show also features such popular songs as Aquarius and Good Morning Starshine. Tickets are on sale now at the theatre box office.
Alisha Grieme
Texas State Tram drivers are planning to meet with their contracting company First Transit in early May. It will be a mediated negotiation aimed at improving communication and avoiding a potential strike. Some of the terms that tram drivers are asking for are health insurance benefits and higher pay. Tram drivers are paid ten dollars an hour, while San Marcos Public School drivers get 12. Texas State Trams are completely paid for through student fees, which will be increasing in 2014 to pay for new buses, driver costs and maintenance.
Marilyn Elder
The Japanese Language and Culture Club of Texas State held its first outdoor Sakura Festival at Sewell Park this past weekend. The event had a record attendance of more than 400 people. Marilyn Elder has more in this Bobcat Update.
The Texas State 2012 Sakura Festival was a huge success -- the main reason is because the festival was hosted outside at Sewell Park as opposed to in the L-B-J Student Center, which is where it's been in previous years. Holding the festival outdoors allowed for more people to enjoy the booths, games, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment.
(SB: Amy Anderson, Junior Texas State Student Anderson... 8.01 sec ... The festival was kind of like my baby, my dream since my freshmen year of attending Texas State, so to see it finally outdoors was the best feeling in the world.)
Admission for the festival was free. The crowd was able to watch performances by the Suzuki Strings of San Marcos, classic Okinawa style dancing, a martial arts demonstration from the Aikido Team, individual and duet performances, and the highly anticipated performance by the Japanese Language and Culture Club.
(Mei Mitasawa, Junior International Marketing...12.07 sec ... I was so nervous, it was my first time to perform that dance but since we practice a lot I was so nervous because I wanted to do that perfectly.)
Coordinating this event was no small task. The festival required a lot of team work and intensive planning.
(Marissa Salazar, Junior Texas State Student ... 19.74 sec ... At the beginning of the spring semester, we were fundraising day and night, officers making food and everything, getting ready, trying to raise money to make this festival what it is today. It's been just a wonderful experience working with all of my officers and the members who are dedicated to this club, and this festival.)
The positive vibes among volunteers and club members were shared with everyone who came to enjoy the night's activities and booths.
(Amber McCombs, Sophomore Social Work ... 11.15 sec ... I like all the music. The music booth with all of the different kinds of J-Pop, I think that's what they're called, and it's so totally different than American music and it's really interesting.)
The Japanese exchange students were more than happy to see such a large diverse crowd of people come out to celebrate and learn more about the Sakura Festival.
(Emi Kanemoto, Grad Student Communication Studies...25 sec ... It was an amazing experience because I think this is great experience for me and it's very enjoyable. Many American people came, like I saw many Asians like Koreans, Chinese friends, and from India, some from African country people came out and I saw a lot of diversity here and I really enjoyed it.)
The Japanese Language and Culture Club captured the spirit of the festival and shared with others that it is important to live life to the fullest.
(Elder... 12.28 sec ... As the 2012 Sakura Festival comes to an end, we are left with the great memories of all of the performances and people that we were able to meet this evening. For Bobcat Update, I'm Marilyn Elder.)
The Texas State 2012 Sakura Festival was a huge success -- the main reason is because the festival was hosted outside at Sewell Park as opposed to in the L-B-J Student Center, which is where it's been in previous years. Holding the festival outdoors allowed for more people to enjoy the booths, games, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment.
(SB: Amy Anderson, Junior Texas State Student Anderson... 8.01 sec ... The festival was kind of like my baby, my dream since my freshmen year of attending Texas State, so to see it finally outdoors was the best feeling in the world.)
Admission for the festival was free. The crowd was able to watch performances by the Suzuki Strings of San Marcos, classic Okinawa style dancing, a martial arts demonstration from the Aikido Team, individual and duet performances, and the highly anticipated performance by the Japanese Language and Culture Club.
(Mei Mitasawa, Junior International Marketing...12.07 sec ... I was so nervous, it was my first time to perform that dance but since we practice a lot I was so nervous because I wanted to do that perfectly.)
Coordinating this event was no small task. The festival required a lot of team work and intensive planning.
(Marissa Salazar, Junior Texas State Student ... 19.74 sec ... At the beginning of the spring semester, we were fundraising day and night, officers making food and everything, getting ready, trying to raise money to make this festival what it is today. It's been just a wonderful experience working with all of my officers and the members who are dedicated to this club, and this festival.)
The positive vibes among volunteers and club members were shared with everyone who came to enjoy the night's activities and booths.
(Amber McCombs, Sophomore Social Work ... 11.15 sec ... I like all the music. The music booth with all of the different kinds of J-Pop, I think that's what they're called, and it's so totally different than American music and it's really interesting.)
The Japanese exchange students were more than happy to see such a large diverse crowd of people come out to celebrate and learn more about the Sakura Festival.
(Emi Kanemoto, Grad Student Communication Studies...25 sec ... It was an amazing experience because I think this is great experience for me and it's very enjoyable. Many American people came, like I saw many Asians like Koreans, Chinese friends, and from India, some from African country people came out and I saw a lot of diversity here and I really enjoyed it.)
The Japanese Language and Culture Club captured the spirit of the festival and shared with others that it is important to live life to the fullest.
(Elder... 12.28 sec ... As the 2012 Sakura Festival comes to an end, we are left with the great memories of all of the performances and people that we were able to meet this evening. For Bobcat Update, I'm Marilyn Elder.)
4/17/12
Nicholas Fong
Construction on Cheatham Street near the San Marcos River is ongoing. Several streets in the neighborhood are affected. The project to improve underground water systems was started in May 2010 and was supposed to be completed this month. However, it'll now likely continue through at least August. The construction forces customers of businesses in the area to take alternate routes. For example, the River Pub can only be accessed by taking Riverside Drive from Hopkins Street. The city may add more construction to the project soon. A decision is expected May 1st.
Monica Ramos
Texas State students strapped on their running shoes Saturday morning to race their way to a good cause. Monica Ramos has more in this Bobcat Update.
Pro-Rec teamed up for the first time with the Hays County Food Bank to sponsor the Feed the Need 5-K.
SB: "We wanted to help benefit someone and especially someone in the local area"
Although it was her first time participating in Feed the Need, Texas State senior Kristen Hurst said it's a good way to make a difference.
SB: "I decided to run because it is for the Hays County Food Bank and it does affect the community I live in and I thought it was a great opportunity and charity event"
All proceeds from the 5K go to the Hays County Food bank. For Bobcat Update, I'm Monica Ramos.
Pro-Rec teamed up for the first time with the Hays County Food Bank to sponsor the Feed the Need 5-K.
SB: "We wanted to help benefit someone and especially someone in the local area"
Although it was her first time participating in Feed the Need, Texas State senior Kristen Hurst said it's a good way to make a difference.
SB: "I decided to run because it is for the Hays County Food Bank and it does affect the community I live in and I thought it was a great opportunity and charity event"
All proceeds from the 5K go to the Hays County Food bank. For Bobcat Update, I'm Monica Ramos.
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