cbc forum october 2011

CBCOctober 2011 Coastal Bend College Volume 6, Number 3

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FREE DENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES THIS MONTH ... SEE INSIDE FOR DETAILS

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Saftety instructor sought Coastal Bend College is looking for a safety trainer. Send your resume to Glynis Strause, Continuing Education, 3800 Charco Road, Beeville, TX 78102 or email to [email protected]. Join the community band in BeevilleDid you play an instrument in high school? Do you want to join a band? The Beeville Community Band is recruiting for the 2011-2012 performance season. Anyone with musical experience and a love of playing can join. The band meets

on Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. in the Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Building at Coastal Bend College. For more information, contact Gene Stephenson at (361) 354-2305 or [email protected].

Ultimate Money Skills seminarUltimate Money Skills teaches students how to develop smart money management skills in college that will lead to a lifetime of fi nancial independence. An UMS presentation will be held at Coastal Bend College in Beeville on Oct. 6, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact Lindsey Hagen at (361) 354-2728 or [email protected].

Apply to CBC at ApplyTexas.org Future CBC students can now apply online at www.ApplyTexas.org. A single application can be submitted to most public Texas colleges and universities.

CBC seeks instructors for Continuing Ed courses Coastal Bend College is expanding the course offerings in continuing education to include a wide variety of classes to meet the needs of the community. There is a need for more qualifi ed instructors. If you can teach courses such a cake

decorating, cooking, dancing, music, art, health-related topics, send your resume to Glynis Strause, Continuing Education, 3800 Charco Road, Beeville, TX 78102 or email to [email protected].

CBC Testing Information websiteStudents in the LAC will have quick access to testing information by clicking on the desktop icon which is on all computers in the Learning Assistance Center. Students not using the computers in the LAC can reach the testing site by going to the following URL address: http://www.coastalbend.edu/testing/. The website contains information about each exam offered in the testing department and practice exams. For additional

information, contact Roberta Kreis at (361) 354-2244 or [email protected].

360 Training: Alcohol Server TrainingThis course provides all the necessary knowledge and techniques needed to be a responsible server of alcohol on the premises of a restaurant, bar, club, or hotel. Specifi cally, students will learn: how to protect themselves and the establishment they work in from liability; how alcohol affects their customers; how to recognize the effects of alcohol on customers; how to prevent customers from becoming intoxicated; how to intervene when they need to cut someone off; how to prevent and deal with disturbances, and; how to accurately check IDs and recognize minors. Please call (361)362-2366 or go to www.coastalbend.edu/ce for more information.

360 Training: Alcohol Seller Training This course provides all the necessary knowledge and techniques needed to be a responsible seller of alcohol at a grocery store, convenience store, liquor store, or package store where alcohol is consumed off the premises. Specifi cally, students will learn: how to protect themselves and the establishment they work in from liability; how alcohol affects their customers; how to recognize the effects of alcohol on their customers; how to prevent customers from becoming intoxicated; how to intervene when they need to refuse a sale to someone; how to prevent and deal with disturbances; how to accurately check IDs and recognize minors; how to prevent second party sales and loitering, and; how to refuse a sale. Please call (361)362-2366 or go to www.coastalbend.edu/ce for more information.

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Coastal Bend College recently received two grants totaling $5,000 from Coastal Bend Community Foundation for the col-lege’s dental hygiene program. CBC students and faculty in the dental hygiene program provide services to at-risk youth and elderly residents in Bee County. Support for this program was provided by grants from the Coastal Bend Community Foundation. Students and faculty take portable units to area schools and nursing homes to provide dental care and awareness. They are currently working with third-graders at FMC Elemen-tary School in Beeville. They will move to Thomas Jeff erson Elementary School next. Throughout the year, teams will visit are nursing homes and schools to provide services including oral cleanings, sealant applications, x-rays and dental referrals. “The grant received from the Coastal Bend Community Foundation will be used to purchase the toothbrushes, educa-tional materials, and other preventive aids given to patients,” said CBC Dental Hygiene Director Andrea Westmoreland. Last year, dental hygiene students visited Pettus Indepen-dent School District and placed sealants on teeth at risk for de-cay as well as performed cleanings on the participating third graders. In the spring they treated residents of Hacienda Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Beeville. They continue to build relationships in the county that foster good dental health and increase the students’ connections with at-risk pa-tients. Field work for students provides them opportunities to practice and improve the skills they learn in the classroom and to have a positive impact on community health. Clinical work is a large component of the dental hygiene program. For more information about dental hygiene or to schedule an on-campus clinic appointment, call (361) 354-2555. Clinic hours and fees are available on the web at www.coastalbend.edu. The Coastal Bend Community Foundation was incorpo-rated in 1981 with the mission of enhancing and improving the quality of life in the seven counties of the Coastal Bend. The Foundation serves donors by providing a vehicle for the establishment of various types of charitable funds designed to fulfi ll their wishes. Since its inception, the Foundation has dis-tributed more than $65 million from donor contributions and revenues to scholarships to students and grants to nonprofi t organizations.

GRANT AWARD

Coastal Bend Community Foundation awards dental hygiene program

Coastal Bend College Dental Hygiene student Lindsay Cathy checks the

periodontal health of an FMC Elementary School third-grader. The stu-

dents use a portable lab to perform community outreach work at area

schools and nursing homes.

Coastal Bend College student Grace Avila-Perez, a dental hygiene stu-

dents, provides preventative oral care to one of dozens of elementary

school students seen recently by dental hygiene students.


Johstan Padron

Refugio, Texas

Mario Rodriguez Jr.

El Campo, Texas

Monzelle White

Houston, Texas

Eduardo Ramos

Houston, Texas

Ruben Ramirez

Refugio, Texas

Alex Pineda

Houston, Texas

Daniel Lopez

Mexico City, Mexico

Kris Mireles

El Campo, Texas

Cristian Padron

Refugio, Texas

Andrew Linsalata

Roswell, New Mexico

Todd Drennan

Montgomery, Texas

Carlos Cordero

Refugio, Texas


Gabriel Cerda

Runge, Texas

Victor Carbajal

Beasley, Texas

Arnoldo Pruneda

DATE OPPONENT PLACE TIME

October Oct. 1 San Jacinto College Beeville 1 p.m.Oct. 15 Tyler Junior College Beeville 1 p.m.Oct. 16 San Jacinto College Houston 1 p.m.Oct. 21 Lon Morris College Jacksonville 3 p.m.Oct. 28-29 TBA TBA TBA

Head Coach: Bill Cleavelin

Athletic Coordinator: Estevan Vasquez

President: Dr. Thomas Baynum

Dean of Student Services: Velma Elizalde

Mascot: Cougars

College Website: www.coastalbend.edu

CBC Men’s Soccer Schedule

Inaki Flores

Jaime Eide

Carissa Elizalde

Beeville, Texas


Each month, students in the Adult Basic Education program at Coastal Bend College come together for activity day, a shared learning experience outside of the traditional classroom setting. Typical activities include presentations from guest speakers, and participatory events such as science stations and multi-level spelling bees. When Program Director Roxann Gleason learned about ProLiteracy’s Keys to Safety Campaign, she de-cided to host an activity day dedicated to fi re preven-tion and safety.

Gleason’s interest in fi re safety runs in her family. Her daughter, Heather Green-well, is a physi-cal therapist in the burn unit at Brooke Army Medical Center, a division of the United States Army Institute of Surgical Re-search located at Fort Sam Houston. When Gleason’s local fi re department was not able to participate

in the activity day, she contacted Greenwell for assis-tance.

Preparing for Activity Day

In preparation for the fi re safety activity day, instruc-tors used materials provided by ProLiteracy to teach basic fi re prevention and safety. Students learned about escape plans and fi re drills, smoke alarm installation and maintenance, and fi re extinguisher use. Gleason also brought in a smoke alarm to demonstrate testing. Students had a chance to learn practical fi re safety tips and ask questions in the comfort of their regular classroom, building interest in the topic and setting the

stage for an informative guest speaker presentation. As instructors shared critical safety information with students, they began to pay more attention to safety precautions and processes in their own organization. This resulted in several improvements to the program’s overall safety plan. Staff tested the smoke alarms in the building to ensure that each was in proper work-ing condition. For the fi rst time ever, they developed an escape plan, complete with a safe outdoor meeting place. The plan was shared with students, and everyone participated in a program-wide fi re drill. Program staff also noticed that there were no illuminated fi re exit signs over the doors in the building. The problem was reported to the building administrators and the signs will be installed soon.

A Powerful Presentation

With support from her colleagues at the Brooke Army Medical Center, Greenwell put together a presen-tation for the students and staff of the Coastal Bend Col-lege Adult Basic Education Program. She shared person-al stories and images that provided approximately 40 attendees with a realistic understanding of the after-math of a burn injury. She spoke of the challenges faced by her patients who are currently undergoing extensive therapy to regain skills and mobility lost to fi re-related injuries, and of the impact access to physical therapy can have on the healing process.

Next Steps

The Coastal Bend College Adult Basic Education Pro-gram plans to off er additional fi re prevention and safety programming in the future. While Gleason’s daughter will soon be transferred out of state, it is likely that an-other representative from Brooke Army Medical Center will be able to participate in the event. Gleason plans to involve the local fi re department in the next program. “This collaboration added a unique dimension to the fi re prevention and safety activity day, and rounded out the basic fi re prevention and safety tips the stu-dents learned in the classroom with a realistic look at the devastation a fi re can leave behind,” Gleason said. For more information about Adult Basic Education at CBC Lott-Canada Facility, contact Roxann Gleason at (361) 362-2633.

ABE, GED and Pre-GED classes are held

in Beeville at CBC Lott-Canada Facility.

Classes are also available in George West,

Ingleside, Sinton and Taft. Students

must attend an orientation session be-

fore the course begins and those under

18 years old have special restrictions.

English as a Second Language classes are

held in Beeville for those interested in

learning or strengthening basic English

skills. ESL classes are free and are open to

everyone. Students in the current classes

hail from Mexico, Nigeria, China, Hondu-

ras and Columbia.

For more information, contact Roxann

Gleason at (361) 362-6095 or rgleason@

coastalbend.edu.


Adult Basic Education students meet College President Dr. Thomas Baynum during a recent tour of the Coastal Bend College campus.

Adult Basic Education students attended orientation at CBC Lott-

Canada Facility in Beeville at the start of the academic year. Students

can attend English as a Second Language, GED and pre-GED prep

or adult basic education classes toward completing a high school

equivalency diploma. Included in this year’s program are, from left,

Sabrina Robledo, Brittany Moses, Kassandra Lemus, instructor Rosie

Maldonado, Jennifer Zepeda, Rachel Caballero, Mercedes Hernandez,

Ester Garcia, Misty DeLeon and Jennifer Gomez.

Incoming students include, from left, Janette Gonzales, Misty Aris-

mendez, Johnny Rangel, David Cantu, Crystal Cantu, Heather Smith

(standing), Gold Okpalo, Vianey Granado, Anna Manzano, Jessica Fu-

nez, Noel Hale, Dominic Bonham (standing), Christian Okpalo, Maria

Villareal, Shan Liu, Belinda Martinez and Virginia Vasquez.

Coastal Bend College’s Simon Michael Art Gallery, located in the Frank Jostes Visual Arts Building on the main campus in Beeville, will exhibit the work of a variety of artists and media. The 2011-2012 gallery schedule follows.

Oct. 19 -- Gallery Opening: “CBC Art Alumni Invitational,” Reception and Gallery Talk, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Simon Michael Art Gallery, Frank Jostes Visual Arts Building. Closes Nov. 17.

Nov. 30 -- Gallery Opening: “Student & Faculty Art Exhibition,” Reception and Gallery Talk, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Simon Michael Art Gallery, Frank

Jostes Visual Arts Building. Closes Dec. 7

Nov. 30 -- Student Art Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Frank Jostes Visual Arts Building.

Barnhart Workshop Series, 2011-2012

Oct. 25-28, 2011, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.“China Painting: Roses,” Artist in Residence: Brenda Morgan Moore

Visual arts gallery, workshop schedule


Coastal Bend College students, from left, Patricia Segura

(registered nursing), Sabrina Gonzales (social work), Crystal

Rangel (medical assistant) and Bethany Amador (liberal arts)

From left, Kenedy High School counselor Kelan Grimes and seniors Taylor

Atkinson, Lauren Smart and Candice Ornelas were among 400 hundred local

high school and college students making contacts with more than 30 Texas

universities at a single event.

Junior Jill Davis, left and senior Alex Diaz of Three Rivers High School

Marine Sargeant Ceasar Araujo talks about service options with

a Coastal Bend College student.


Karnes City High School seniors, from left, Chelsea Gonzales, Daniel

Rosales, Lawrence Carrasco and Wally Gonzales visited Coastal Bend

College for its annual Transfer and Recruitment Day.

Taft High School seniors, from left, Gabriel Martinez, Brandon Mendez,

Mireyna Gonzales, Jordan Downie and Julie Cancino were among 400

hundred local high school and college students making contacts with

more than 30 Texas universities at a single event.

McMullen County High School seniors, from left, Nathan Jackson,

Jandy Spence, Hillary Gillin; Brandon Patterson and Andrea Leal

Goerge West High School seniors, from left, Ariana Chapa, Sydney

Williamson and Alexa Wheeler

A.C. Jones High School seniors, from left, Valerie Garcia, Laneisha

Nathaniel, Margarita Aguilar and Ora Bruns

A.C. Jones High School seniors, from left, Kimberley Wolfe, Deidre

Acosta and Leslie Alaniz


The National Spill Control School at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and Coastal Bend Col-lege are teaming up to off er the OSHA mandated 40-hour HAZ-WOPER for Oil Spill Response course.

The next class will be held in at CBC Pleasanton, located at 1411 Bensdale Road in Pleasanton on Oct. 10-14, 2011 at a reduced cost of $650.

The National Spill Control School at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has been providing world-class oil and hazmat spill re-sponse and planning and waste management instruction since 1977. National and international oil and gas industry organiza-tions depend on the NSCS for educational programs, environ-mental program development, research and consultation.

The new Oil Spill Response course at Coastal Bend College will allow area students and oilfi eld employ-ees opportunities to obtain the required spill response training close to home. Participants will learn how to safely and effi ciently plan and prepare for any oil spills that could threaten area water-ways or groundwater resources. Spill response exercises will be conducted on local rivers and reservoirs.

“The NSCS is looking forward to an exciting new period of growth for the exploration and produc-tion industry of South Texas,” said Tony Wood, director of the

National Spill Control School. “We are thrilled to have been able to team with Coastal Bend College to off er this safety course to the companies and in the communities which will benefi t the most from oil spill preven-tion, preparedness and response training.”

According to Wood, oil and gas discoveries in the Gulf of Mexico and directional drilling opportu-nities in the Eagle Ford formation are currently reinvigorating the economy of central south Texas. These opportunities also present potential safety and environmen-tal issues related to corporate liabilities in the exploration and production industry that have been redefi ned by the Deepwater Horizon spill in the Gulf last sum-mer. The National Spill Control School and CBC off er courses that will help oil and gas companies to improve safety, reduce risks and maximize preparedness.

Glynis Holm Strause, dean of institutional advancement at the Coastal Bend College, said, “CBC’s Continuing Education Petroleum Industry Training Program is proud to be partnering with the National Spill Control School at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and others to provide a wide variety of courses to train current and future oil fi eld em-ployees.”

For additional information, con-tact Glynis Holm Strause at (361) 354-2447 or [email protected].

Upcoming National Spill Control School course to be held in Pleasanton

High school, college students visit university reps from around the state

Coastal Bend College’s annual Transfer and Recruitment Day attracted more than 400 area high school students and 75 college students. Students and counselors from Beeville, George West, Karnes City, Kenedy, McMullen County, Nordheim, Pettus, Taft, Tilden and Three Rivers schools attended. In conjunction with Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Offi cers (TACRAO), the college pulled in more than 30 representatives from Del Mar College, Baylor University, Texas A&M University, the Univer-sity of Texas, Texas Tech and other Texas col-leges and universities. Representatives from the U.S. Army and Marines were also on hand, as well. CBC counselors and program representa-tives from Cosmetology, Drafting and Design, Airframe and Power Technology, Law Enforce-ment, Automotive and Welding were available to recruit for Coastal Bend College. In many cases, CBC students like Jose Molina and Daniel Pit-tman, both in the automotive program, manned tables and talked about their programs to poten-tial students. “The recruiting event is a community effort to get high school students to think about their futures and to provide face-to-face connections with the recruiters that can get them where they want to go,” said Adrian Jackson, public relations offi cer for the college. “If you think of it in terms of the amount of money, time and gas it would take to visit 31 universities, you can quickly see the impact this event had on its participants.” CBC students took part in a luncheon with university representatives to talk about transfers. Students planning to transfer before Fall 2012 were able to talk to university reps in more de-tails about programs and course offerings. CBC has partnerships with most public institutions in Texas to make the transition from the college to universities easier for students.

Brushing your teeth for two minutes at least twice a day remains a critical component to maintaining a healthy smile. Studies have shown that brushing for two minutes is perhaps the single most important step an individual can take to reduce plaque build-up and the risk of plaque-associated diseases, such as cavities and gingivitis. Proper brushing is essential for cleaning teeth and gums eff ectively.

Flossing or interdental cleaning removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gumline and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily fl ossing is highly recom-mended.

Let’s face it, getting into a routine of regular fl ossing is probably the greatest home care challenge. Studies have revealed that only 16% of 961 periodontal patients followed over an eight-year period, complied with the recommended maintenance schedules. The results of these studies are an excellent example of how diff erent perceived ideal can be from clinical reality.

There are many diff erent types of fl oss (besides waxed or unwaxed) with diff erent thick-nesses, fi laments and coatings. Flossing is an essential part of the tooth-cleaning pro-cess because it removes plaque from between teeth and at the gumline, where peri-odontal disease often begins.

Rinsing your mouth each day with an anti-microbial mouth rinse is another important step in preventing the gum disease known as gingivitis. Speak with your dental hygien-ist for more information on which mouth rinse is right for you.

Brushing and fl ossing disrupt plaque on the teeth and gums, but teeth make up less than half of your mouth. To kill plaque and gingivitis germs that brushing leaves behind, be sure to fi nish your oral care routine with an antiseptic mouthwash with the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance.

Chewing sugar-free gum after eating is clinically proven to be an important part of good oral health. It stimulates the most important natural defense against tooth decay - saliva - which, in turn helps fi ght cavities, neutralize plaque acids, remineralize enamel to strengthen teeth and wash away food particles.

Research from around the world has now shown conclusively that chewing sugar-free gum has many oral health benefi ts. When chewing is incorporated into the daily oral healthcare routine, especially after eating and drinking, it positively aff ects oral health.

Child Oral Health

Dental decay (cavities) is the most common chronic disease of childhood, aff ecting 50 percent of children by middle childhood and nearly 70 percent by late adolescence.1

Chronic gingivitis is also common among children. The mildest form of periodontal disease, gingivitis is often caused by inadequate oral hygiene which leads to plaque buildup.

Fortunately, most oral diseases can be prevented. The best way to ensure that your child does not get cavities or periodontal disease is to instill proper oral habits early. Good oral hygiene routines should be established as early as infancy and continued through-

out life. Dental hygienists are valuable resources in promoting, establishing, and main-taining oral health in infants and children.

Adolescent Oral Health

Good nutrition and oral hygiene care practiced at home are particularly important dur-ing the teen years. Proper diet, brushing, and fl ossing all play an important role in main-taining a healthy smile and preserving teeth during these challenging years. Cavities and periodontal (gum) disease can be a threat to teens as well as adults. Recent sur-vey results show that bleeding gums were most prevalent among adolescents and that three-fourths of 13-17 year-olds had gums that bled.

Adolescents also have particular issues not shared by younger age groups. These con-cerns include: oral piercings, mouthguards, eating disorders and orthodontic care, as well as signifi cant rates of tooth decay.

Adult Oral Health

The hectic pace of today’s adult lifestyle often leaves little time for the daily oral health care routine needed to prevent cavities and periodontal disease. This is unfortunate since periodontal disease is the most common cause of tooth loss in adults. An esti-mated 75% of Americans reportedly have some form of periodontal disease.

Early detection of periodontal disease reduces the risk of permanent damage to teeth and gums and can prevent more extensive and costly treatment in later years. Regular professional visits, every six months or as scheduled by your dental hygienist, will help you learn more about proper care for your teeth and gums. Regular professional visits are important because gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, is usually pain-less; you may not be able to detect it on your own.

Senior Oral Health Almost 250 million people or about 40 percent of the adult population in Europe, USA and Japan are estimated to suff er from some form of edentulousness, or loss of natural teeth.2 Incidence of tooth loss generally increases with age. While the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) reports the prevalence of both partial and total tooth loss in seniors has decreased from the early 1970s, seniors over age 65 lose an average of 13 teeth (including wisdom teeth) and 26% of seniors over age 65 have no remaining teeth.3

Whether caring for natural teeth or dentures, seniors face a range of special oral con-cerns, including root decay and periodontal disease. You can keep your smile healthy by following a routine of proper oral care and making regular visits to your registered dental hygienist and dentist.

If you have arthritis or limited use of your hands, try adapting the toothbrush for easy use. Insert the handle into a rubber ball or sponge hair curler; or glue the toothbrush handle into a bicycle grip. Toothbrush handles can be lengthened with a piece of wood or plastic such as a ruler, ice cream bar stick or tongue depressor.

For people who have dexterity problems and cannot use a manual toothbrush, an elec-tric toothbrush may be easier to use and increase eff ectiveness. Numerous studies con-fi rm that electric brushes are excellent plaque removing devices and are extremely ef-fective in stimulating gums. Dental fl oss holders are also available.

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October is National Dental Hygiene MonthCOASTAL BEND COLLEGE DENTAL HYGIENE HOURS:

Mondays: 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

FREE DENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES THIS MONTHSERVICES AVAILABLE:

Teeth Cleaning, Fluoride Treatments, Dental X-rays,

Site-specific Antimicrobial Placement and Pit/Fissure Sealants Placement

(361) 354-2555

Among other benefi ts, daily brushing and fl ossing protect older smiles from two common problems of getting older: Root decay--a condition that aff ects older adults if a great amount of root surfaces are exposed--and tooth decay caused by the weakening or chipping of older fi llings.

Denture care and cleaning

Dentures—full or partial—should be brushed daily with a soft toothbrush or denture cleaning brush, using a com-mercially prepared denture powder or paste, hand soap or baking soda. Toxic or abrasive household cleaners should never be used. Dentures should be brushed inside and outside, and rinsed with cool water.

When not in use, dentures should be covered with water or a denture cleaning solution to prevent drying.

Smoking and chewing tobacco

The damages to the mouth that are caused by smoking have long been recognized. Smoking’s oral eff ects include bad breath, stained teeth, loss of taste and smell, canker sores, failure of dental implants, oral cancer, and the gum recession, bone loss and tooth loss associated withgum disease.

According to the Centers of Disease Control and Preven-

tion, smokers who smoked less than a half a pack a day were more than three times likely than non-smokers to develop periodontal disease. The same study found that those who smoked more than half a pack a day were six times as likely.

Chewing tobacco also has severe oral health implica-tions. In addition to possibly causing cavities, studies have shown that about up to 27% of regular smokeless tobacco users have gum recession and may lose the bone around the teeth and experience tooth loss.4 Chewing to-bacco also causes leukoplakia, white patches that form on the site where the user holds the tobacco.5 Leukoplakia, in 5-25% of cases, is a precursor to oral cancer.6

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Eight Texas public universities provide program designedfor adults to fi nish their bachelor’s degrees

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) recently announced the launch of Grad TX (pronounced “Grad Texas”), a program designed to help adults return to college and fi nish their bachelor’s degrees. Off ered by eight Texas universities, Grad TX targets the over 40,000 adults in Texas who “stopped out” of college with 90 or more credit hours, but have not fi nished the 120 credit hour requirement to receive a bachelor’s degree.

The program’s website, GradTX.org, features an online transfer tool that allows returning students to enter completed coursework and preview how their credits would count toward a bachelor’s degree at a participating university. The website also connects returning students to counselors at each university who specialize in meeting the unique needs of returning students, such as determining how work experience could count toward a bachelor’s degree and helping returning students graduate faster. Grad TX includes information about paying for college and fi nancial aid, as well as a section addressing the needs of veterans.

“The THECB, working closely with our state colleges and universities, is focused on signifi cantly increasing the number of college graduates,” said Commissioner of Higher Education Raymund Paredes. “Encouraging and assisting our adult population to get back on track for a college degree is critical for Texas to become a national leader and global competitor.”

In addition to better preparing

people for their career choices, a college degree leads to greater fi nancial independence. According to a recent study by the Center on Education and the Workforce, the United States can reverse the growth of income inequality by increasing the number of college graduates. In 2010, the average weekly wage for workers without a college degree was $712. Workers with a bachelor’s degree earned an average of $1,038.THECB selected eight Texas universities to be part of the launch of this new program that off ers specialized programs with online, compressed, and regular course off erings for returning students.

The eight universities are Lamar University, Midwestern State University, Texas A&M University Commerce, Texas Tech University, University of Houston-Downtown, University of Houston-Clear Lake, University of North Texas System and University of Texas at Brownsville.

The Grad TX website features stories of adult students at the universities featured in the programs.

Teneka Duke, who received her BAAS in Business Administration from Texas A&M Commerce explains in her story, “When I had 21 hours left, I went to see an advisor who told me about the BAAS program. It was a perfect fi t for me. I was able to apply my work experience and it enabled me to

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2011-2012 Women’s Volleyball ScheduleDATE OPPONENT PLACE TIME

Oct. 1 Lee College Beeville NoonOct. 8 San Jacinto College Pasadena 1 p.m.Oct. 8 Hill College Pasadena 3 p.m.Oct. 12 Laredo Junior College Beeville 7 p.m.Oct. 19 Wharton County Junior College Beeville 7 p.m.Oct. 22 University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio TBAOct. 22 Trinity University San Antonio TBAOct. 22 University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio TBAOct. 27 Lee College Baytown 6 p.m.

Nov. 4-5 Region XIV District M Tournament TBA TBA

Coastal Bend College Staff Association recently ratifi ed its bylaws and elected board members,

from left, Dee Dee C. Arismendez, president; Tina Casarez, president elect; Maria Trevino, vice

president; Valerie Trevino, secretary; and Rachel Ramoz (not pictured), parliamentarian.

fi nish my degree in two semesters instead of two more years at the pace I was going.”

Hilda Flores, a graduate of UT Brownsville with a BAAS in Applied Business Technology, applauds her program in her story, “I didn’t have to start way frsom the beginning. I was able to build on what I already had [the associate’s degree] so that I was able to go back to get myBAAS… and now I’m a program coordinator. I couldn’t have gotten that position without my bachelor’s degree.”

“There are more than three million Texas residents like Duke and Flores who have partial college credit, but not a college degree,” explains Dr. Van Davis, Director of Special Projects. “Grad TX puts a bachelor’s degree within reach for many Texans.”

Grad TX is part of the Generation TX movement to get all Texas students on the path to success in college and their careers. Grad TX specifi cally focuses on returning adult students who want to advance their career by earning a bachelor’s degree.

Grad TX is a project of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) with initial funding provided through a federal College Access Challenge Grant.

For more information, please visit www.gradtx.edu.

The

M y t h :

Finding a

lump in your

breast means

you have breast

cancer.

The Truth: If you dis-

cover a persistent lump

in your breast or any

changes in breast tissue, it

is very important that you see

a physician immediately. How-

ever, 8 out of 10 breast lumps are

benign, or not cancerous. Some-

times women stay away from medi-

cal care because they fear what they

might fi nd. Take charge of your health

by performing routine breast self-exams,

establishing ongoing communication with

your doctor, and scheduling regular mammo-

grams.

The Myth: Men do not get breast cancer.

The Truth: Quite the contrary. Each year it is estimated

that approximately 1,700 men will be diagnosed with

breast cancer and 450 will die. While this percentage is still

small, men should also give themselves regular breast self-

exams and note any changes to their physicians.

The Myth: A mammogram can cause breast cancer to spread.

The Truth: A mammogram, or X-ray of the breast, is one of the best

tools available for the early detection of breast cancer. It CANNOT cause

cancer to spread, nor can the pressure put on the breast from the mam-

mogram. Do not let tales of other people’s experiences keep you from

having a mammogram. Base your decision on your physician’s

recommendation and be sure to discuss any questions

or concerns with your doctor.

The Myth: Having a family his-

tory of breast cancer

means you will

get it.

The

T r u t h :

While women

who have a family his-

tory of breast cancer are in a

higher risk group, most women who

have breast cancer have no family history. If

you have a mother, daughter, sister, or grandmother

who had breast cancer, you should have a mammogram fi ve

years before the age of their diagnosis, or starting at age 35.

The Myth: Breast cancer is contagious.

The Truth: You cannot catch breast cancer or transfer it to someone else’s

body. Breast cancer is the result of uncontrolled cell growth in your own

body.However, you can protect yourself by being aware of the risk fac-

tors and following an early detection plan.

The Myth: Knowing you have changes in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene

can help you prevent breast cancer.

The Truth: While alterations in these genes in men and

women can predispose an individual to an increased risk

of breast cancer, only 5% to 10% of patients actually

have this mutation. This is not an absolute correlation.

Like your age or having a family history of breast

cancer, it’s a factor you just can’t control. B

ut you

can let your physician know, perform regular

breast self-exams, and focus on the fact your

chances of not having this disease are greater

than 90%.

The Myth: Antiperspirants and deodor-

ants cause breast cancer.

The Truth: Researchers at the Na-

tional Cancer Institute (NCI) are

not aware of any conclusive

evidence linking the use of

underarm antiperspirants or

deodorants and the sub-

sequent development of

breast cancer.

For more information, go to: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/AP-Deo


The College Board recently an-nounced that 43 percent of 2011 college-bound seniors met the SAT® College and Career Readiness Benchmark. The SAT College and Career Readiness Benchmark repre-sents the level of academic pre-paredness associated with a high likelihood of college success and completion. The SAT Benchmark is a very reliable tool for measuring the college and career readiness of groups of students. It was devel-oped to help secondary school ad-ministrators, educators and policy makers evaluate the eff ectiveness of academic programs in order to better prepare students for success in college and beyond.

The College Board also an-nounced that more college-bound students in the class of 2011 took the SAT than in any other high school graduating class in history. Nearly 1.65 million students from the 2011 graduating class partici-pated in the college-going process by taking the SAT. The class of 2011 SAT takers represented the most diverse class in history, underscor-ing the College Board’s continued commitment to access, equity and minority participation. “The SAT is the national leader in assessing college readiness and students who meet the College Board’s College Readiness bench-mark are more likely to enroll in,

succeed and graduate from college,” said College Board President Gaston Caperton. “Ensuring that students are ready to attend and complete college provides them with the competitive advantage they need to successfully compete in the global economy, which is critical to the future of our nation.” The College Board has long been committed to expanding access and equity and increasing minority participation. More than ever, the population of students taking the SAT refl ects the diverse makeup of America’s classrooms.• 44 percent were minority stu-

dents: Among SAT takers in the


DATE OPPONENT PLACE TIME

October

Oct. 8 Mullens/Mitchell Jamboree Dallas TBA

November

Nov. 5 Fort Sam Houston Beeville 2 p.m.

Nov. 9 San Jacinto College Houston 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 11 Southwest Texas Junior College-Uvalde Beeville TBA

Nov. 17 San Jacinto College Beeville 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 19 Western Texas College Beeville 2 p.m.

Nov. 21 Lee College Beeville 7 p.m.

Nov. 25-26 Joe Huey Thanksgiving Classic

(Richland College) Dallas TBA

December

Dec. 1 Odessa College Odessa TBA

Dec. 2 South Plains College Levelland TBA

Dec. 3 New Mexico Military Institute Levelland TBA

Dec. 10 Northwest Vista College Beeville 2 p.m.

Dec. 14 Northwest Vista College Beeville 7 p.m.

January

Jan. 6 Louisiana State University-Shreveport Beeville 7 p.m.

Jan. 7 Lee College Baytown 7 p.m.

Jan. 12 Western Texas College Snyder 6 p.m.

Jan. 14 Lone Star College-Tomball Beeville 3 p.m.

Jan. 19 Fort Sam Houston San Antonio 7 p.m.

Jan. 21 Lackland Air Force Base San Antonio 2 p.m.

Jan. 28 Lackland Air Force Base San Antonio 2 p.m.

February

Feb. 3 Southwest Texas Junior College-Uvalde Uvalde 7 p.m.

Feb. 6 Victoria College Victoria 7 p.m.

Feb. 15 Temple College Temple 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 18 Lone Star College-Tomball Tomball 3 p.m.

Feb. 27 Victoria College Beeville 7 p.m.

March

Mar. 5 Region 14 Play-In Series TBA TBA

CBC Men’s Basketball ScheduleOct. 9 -- The Flying Balalaiken Brothers, presented by the Beeville Concert Association, admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Audi-torium, 3 p.m.

Oct. 15 – United States Air Force Southwest Winds, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7 p.m.

Oct. 21 -- Tom McDermott, a native Texan telling stories with mu-sic, presented by the CBC Cultural Arts Committee, partially fund-ed by the Texas Commission on the Arts, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 23 -- Mariachi Campanas de America, presented by the Bee-ville Concert Association, admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 3 p.m.

Nov. 12 -- Fiesta Bee County, Fiesta Ballet Folklorico Recital, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7 p.m.

Nov. 17 -- Beeville Community Band/CBC Concert Band, Fall Con-cert, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 19 -- Beeville Community Chorus and local church choir members present the “Messiah,” free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 20 -- CBC Music Department Recital, free admission, Ger-trude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 3 p.m.

Dec. 1 -- CBC Drama Department presents a Children’s Show, ad-mission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 6 p.m.

Dec. 2 -- CBC Drama Department presents a Children’s Show to area elementary schools, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, performances at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m.



Dec. 3 -- Beeville Community Chorus, Fall Concert, Mission at Go-liad State Park, 8 p.m.

Dec. 4 -- Beeville Community Chorus, Community Advent Service, Faith Lutheran Church, Beeville, 3 p.m.

Dec. 5 -- CBC Continuing Education and Music Department pres-ents Guitar Extravaganza, free admission, Gertrude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7 p.m.

Dec. 6 -- Beeville Community Chorus, Fall Concert, admission, Ger-trude R. Jones Fine Arts Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Performing Arts Calendar

class of 2011, 44 percent were minority students, making this the most diverse class of SAT takers ever.

• 36 percent were fi rst-genera-

tion college goers: 545,010 of

SAT takers in the class of 2011 report being the fi rst in their family to attend college

• 27 percent do not speak exclu-

sively English: 431,319 of SAT takers in the class of 2011 report

that English was not the only language fi rst learned at home.

(Souce: The College Board)


HIGHER ED NEWS

Texas receives $1M to transform developmental education

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) an-nounced recently that Complete College America (CCA) has awarded Texas a $1 million dollar Completion Innovation Challenge Grant. CCA funding gives Texas the opportunity to enhance developmental educa-tion eff orts for students who are not college ready by signifi cantly transforming remediation in math to close attainment gaps, boost col-lege completion, and reach labor market goals. “Complete College America’s generous investment in Texas speaks volumes about our collec-tive eff orts to fundamentally trans-form developmental education and improve student outcomes,” said THECB Chairman Fred W. Heldenfels IV. “Texas is quickly becoming a na-tional model for innovation in this area. This is a direct result of the col-laboration between the THECB and our universities and community col-leges.” “Complete College America rec-ognizes the need for developing in-novative, cost-eff ective strategies to help students graduate college in a timely manner, and recognizes Texas as a national leader in these eff orts,” Gov. Perry said. “We’re ready to put this grant to good use, building on reforms to developmental educa-tion that we initiated during the 82nd Legislative Session.” Through the CCA grant, THECB aims to reduce time-to-degree by allowing students to fulfi ll remedia-tion requirements while also receiv-

ing college credit for math within a single semester. This innovative instructional model has been devel-oped and tested at Texas State Uni-versity-San Marcos. For three years, Texas State’s Department of Math-ematics – through the eff orts of Dr. Selina Vasquez Mireles – has piloted a state-funded developmental math bridge program. Initial data has

shown promising results. The grant funding will help the THECB extend the new model to 15 community colleges throughout the state. “Governor Perry gets it: doing more of the same will not boost student success or get Texas the ad-ditional college graduates it must have to be competitive,” said Com-plete College America President Stan Jones. “It’s long past time for bold innovation in higher education to remove unnecessary obstacles to success, fi x broken policies that hold students back, speed achievement and redesign pathways to college graduation for the new majority of students who must balance work and school.” Fifteen community colleges rep-resenting every region of the state

will participate in this initiative. The selected institutions are largely composed of students from low-in-come and underrepresented ethnic groups.“Enhancing developmental educa-tion in mathematics not only helps ensure student success, but also aids in meeting the goals of Texas’ Clos-ing the Gaps initiative,” said Senator

Judith Zaffi rini, Chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee. “I am delighted that two colleges serving the South Texas region will benefi t from this grant.” “Too often, the current model for developmental education be-comes more of a stumbling block for students than a step ladder,” said Representative Dan Branch, Chair-man of the House Higher Education Committee. “I’m optimistic that in-novative programs such as the one developed by Texas State and imple-mented by the Complete College America grant will give students the support they need while keeping them on a path to completion.” In addition to programmatic initiatives in developmental educa-tion, Texas is aggressively pursuing

“Texas is quickly becoming a national model for innovation in this area. This is a direct re-sult of the collaboration between the THECB and our universities and community colleges.”

Texas Higher Education Coordinating BoardChairman Fred W. Heldenfels IV


research and instructional improvements designed to increase success rates. Texas State is the fi rst university in the country to launch a Ph.D. in Developmental Education with the goal of improving teaching and research in this area. The strategies imple-mented by Dr. Mireles and the university demonstrate the critical role institutional inno-vation will play in meeting the remediation challenge. “When we admit a student to one of our institutions, we must do more than just hold the door open for them. We must do all that we can to help them earn the degree. To do otherwise simply wastes the state’s money, the student’s money and time, and causes us to be complicit in destroy-ing their dreams,” said Texas State University System Chan-cellor Brian McCall. “I’m proud that Dr. Vasquez Mireles and Texas State have played a criti-cal role in developing a suc-cessful program that can now be replicated throughout Tex-as.” In Texas, math presents a signifi cant barrier for college readiness and completion. In FY 10, 38 percent of students enrolling in a public commu-nity or technical college di-rect from high school failed to meet the state college readi-ness thresholds in math. The CCA grant will augment inno-vative strategies and programs already in place at community colleges throughout the state. “I am excited to be here

today on behalf of TACC as we take another important step in helping all Texans achieve their educational dreams,” said Dr. Rey Garcia, President of the Texas Association of Commu-nity Colleges. “The Complete College America Texas project will be a valuable resource for institutions and policymakers as we work towards the com-mon goal of more degree and certifi cate completions.” The Center on Education and the Workforce projects that the United States must add 20 million more postsec-ondary educated workers to the nation’s workforce by 2025 to be globally competitive. In Texas, 56% of jobs (7.7 million) will require postsecondary ed-ucation by 2018. The initiative funded by the CCA award is the latest in a series of eff orts underway to improve college completion rates in Texas with the goal of making the state a national leader and global competitor.Established in 2009, Complete College America is a national nonprofi t working to signifi -cantly increase the number of Americans with a college degree or credential of value. CCA grants were awarded to ten states that produced the best plans to deploy inno-vative, statewide strategies designed to substantially in-crease college completion for traditionally underrepresent-ed populations. For more information, go to Complete College America at www.completecollege.org.


by Emily Rowe

MakingItCount.com

College is a time for having fun, making friends and stretching your boundaries. But being on your own can also call for responsibility, and that includes making sure you stay safe on campus. According to the United States Department of Education, there are more than 77,000 crimes commit-ted on college campuses every year.

Even with these shocking statistics, many students think they could never be a victim. Campus safety has become a ma-jor issue for colleges and universities around the nation, but protecting yourself and avoiding these situa-tions is the responsibility of one per-son: you. Being safe on campus doesn’t mean being paranoid or feeling like a victim. It means taking the correct precautions and making smart deci-

sions. The following tips will provide you with ideas and help you learn new ways to keep yourself safe on campus:

Personal Information

• When coming to college, decline to have your picture or personal information published for distri-bution to the campus community.• Share your class and activities schedule with parents and close friends to create a buddy system.

Tips to help you keep yourself stay safe on campus


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This way, people know where you are.• Program all local emergency numbers into your mobile phone’s speed dial.• Most campus crimes are commit-ted by someone the victim knows. Make sure to take notice of any acquaintances that make you feel uncomfortable. Be aware of red fl ags, such as unwanted attention or overly physical actions.• Trust your instincts. Most crime victims had a sense that some-thing was wrong beforehand, but failed to act. Follow your gut.• Have a plan of action. Find the ex-its in your dorm building and class buildings and know who to con-tact on campus for assistance.

Walking Around Campus

• Always travel in groups. Walk with at least one other person whenev-er possible.• Avoid walking alone at night.• Don’t take shortcuts around cam-pus. Stick to busy and well-lit ar-eas.• When running or jogging around campus, recruit a friend to run with you. If you listen to music, make sure that you keep your ear-phones turned down low enough that you can still hear what is go-ing on around you.• When walking, stay on the part of the path that is farthest away from bushes, dark doorways, or alleys.• If you observe any suspicious activity or a crime taking place, report it to campus authorities or call 911.

In Your Dorm Room

• Make sure that all doors and win-dows in your room are equipped with updated and fully operation-al locks.• Always lock your door when you leave your room, even when hang-ing out with a friend down the hall.• Do not loan out your key to any-one or make copies for friends.• Ask for your residence hall to put a new lock on your door when your key is lost or stolen.• If you live on the fi rst fl oor, make sure to lock your windows at night.• Make sure you know who is at your door. If you can’t see your visi-tor, ask him or her to identify him or herself before you open it.• Do not leave your identifi cation or other valuables in open view.• Get to know your neighbors and

ask them to let you know of any-thing suspicious.• If you leave campus, let a room-mate or friend know where you are going, when you plan to return and how to reach you.• Report obscene, harassing or threatening phone calls, instant messages, or emails to campus au-thorities immediately.

Campus crime is not always pre-ventable, but thinking smart and taking the necessary precautions is the best way to stay safe on your college’s campus. By being well-pre-pared and aware of your surround-ings, you will be able to avoid many scary situations and enjoy your ex-perience at college.

(Source: www.makingitcount.com)

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