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Year: 2017

Sports

‘They let nothing get in their way’: Volleyball team brings home Eastfield’s first women’s national title

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

By JULIO VEGA @JulioVegaETC Eastfield led Harper in the fourth set; match point to the Harvesters. Outside hitter Kerstin Fredrickson dug the ball from a Harper serve to setter Kalli Caddell, who set it for […]

Campus & Community

Publisher puts the ‘lit’ back in literature

November 28, 2017 etcetera 1

By MACKS PREWITT @MacksPrewittETC A slight breeze blows through the open door of the Deep Vellum bookstore. The store is narrow, but the ceiling is tall and the shelves almost reach to the top. Two […]

Life & Arts

Well, that just happened: An early look back at 2017

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

The bumpy ride that is 2017 is winding down. We’ve had ups – Beyonce had twins – and downs – multiple mass shootings. Mother Nature unleashed her fury with Hurricanes Harvey, Ike, Maria, massive wildfires […]

Life & Arts

‘Disaster’ towers as Franco’s magnum opus

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

By DAVID SILVA @DavidSilvaETC In a Hollywood-era, and fall season, in which recreating old subject matter is the only sure way to get asses in theater seats, James Franco and Seth Rogen are likely to […]

Life & Arts

Everything you need to know to enjoy the worst movie ever made

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

With ‘The Disaster Artist’ set to release in December, there’s bound to be a surge of people asking ‘What the hell is ‘The Room?’ ” You might have heard “The Room” is the best worst […]

News

Connecting with common values: Lecture links miners, students by shared virtues

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

By JAMES HARTLEY @JamesHartleyETC Basic virtues of scholarship, success, person-centeredness, stewardship, innovation, collaboration and diversity all played a role in the successful rescue of 33 Chilean miners trapped underground, according to ambassadors from the Chilean […]

Editorials

Editorial: DCCCD rightfully commits to free college

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

Education is one of the most notable determining factors in a person’s future success. According to a Pew Research study released in May, 40 percent of employed millennials have a college degree. In order for […]

Columns

Embrace your life instead of envying others

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

By KAROL KILGORE You may have heard of “the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence” syndrome. The phrase is used to describe the perception that who we are or what […]

Columns

Israel is more beautiful than most people imagine it

November 28, 2017 etcetera 0

By Dan Luna Don’t let fear keep you from visiting Israel. The Middle East is all over the news, and we’re constantly being bombarded with information warning us of how dangerous and unstable the entire […]

Life & Arts

‘COCO’ is bound to touch your heart of stone

November 22, 2017 etcetera 0

By BRYAN PEREZ @BryanPerezETC   Disney-Pixar comes together to produce a visually stunning animation that tells the story of a boy who is restricted from music.   The story is inspired by the Mexican holiday […]

Columns

Feinstein gun bill goes too far

November 21, 2017 etcetera 0

By Samuel Farley After two mass shootings in Las Vegas and Sutherland Springs Texas, America is resuming the national debate on gun control. Democratic leaders such as Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California have proposed a […]

Campus & Community

Hidden Gem: Dive into the Emporium for mouthwatering pies

November 21, 2017 etcetera 0

By MACKS PREWITT @MacksPrewittETC How much would you pay for a slice of delicious heaven? This is the question I am confronted with every time I find myself standing in front of the cave-like entrance […]

News

Dallas County Promise aims to reverse poverty growth

November 16, 2017 etcetera 0

By JAMES HARTLEY @JamesHartleyETC Free college is a part of a plan to increase the percentage of Dallas County residents with post-secondary degrees or certificates, Dallas County Community College District Chancellor Joe May said. The […]

News

Eastfield reaffirms dedication to 8 week terms

November 16, 2017 etcetera 0

By JAMES HARTLEY @JamesHartleyETC Eastfield’s plan to move to 80 percent eight-week terms by next fall is still going forward, and administrators now hope to see as many as 50 percent in spring 2018. Mike […]

Life & Arts

‘Lady Bird,’ Greta Gerwig’s adolescent comedy, flies high

November 16, 2017 etcetera 0

By JON AGUIRRE @JonAguirreETC Not long ago I said that Sean Baker’s “The Florida Project” would be the most heartwarming movie of the year. I was mistaken. “Lady Bird” is one of those rare coming-of-age […]

News

Pleasant Grove campus to remove gun free zone signs three months late

November 16, 2017 etcetera 0

By JAMES HARTLEY @JamesHartleyETC Three months after a law made it legal for concealed handgun license holders to carry their handguns on public Texas college campuses went into effect, Eastfield’s Pleasant Grove campus is still […]

Multimedia

2017-2018 Harvesters Basketball Preview

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

The Eastfield Harvester basketball team reloads for the 2017-2018 season. The team has started its journey to avenge the heartbreaking loss from last year’s conference tournament. — Video by Colin Taylor  

Multimedia

Behind the scenes with the State Fair of Texas’ Chief Electrician

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

As chief electrician of the State Fair of Texas, Mitchell Walker is the force behind the Dallas icon’s night life. The Et Cetera takes an exclusive look at the day-to-day operation of the 24-day fest. […]

Multimedia

Man on the Street- Sept. 29

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Reporter Mikaela Carrillo talks to students and staff to discuss the current news topics that are prevalent to them. — Video by Andrew Gonzales

Multimedia

Bee Keeper Feature

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Eastfield College Biology lab coordinator Dana See houses two hives filled with thousands of bees. You can read her full story in the Oct. 4 edition of The Et Cetera — Video by David Silva, […]

Multimedia

Et Cetera Exclusive- Consulate General Francisco de la Torre

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Following President Donald Trump’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival program, Et Cetera Digital Managing Editor David Silva sat down with Francisco de la Torre, the Consulate General of the Consulate General […]

Multimedia

Dieciseis Festival

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Eastfield College hosted the Dieciseis Festival on Friday, Sept. 15, a common book event to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. — Video created by Narely Martin

Multimedia

Harvey Refugees in Dallas

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Harvey refugees discuss their experiences, living conditions and plans for the future. — Video Credit: Andrew Gonzales and Jesus Ayala Photo/Stills courtesy of Red Cross

Multimedia

2017 Harvesters Volleyball Preview

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

Eastfield’s volleyball season is in full swing. The Lady Harvesters have racked up a 5-2 record and will face Southwestern Christian on Sept. 1. — Video by Andrew Gonzales

Multimedia

2017 Harvesters Soccer Preview

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

  As Eastfield College’s women’s soccer team prepares for the start of their season, we take a look at the team’s expectations and new faces. Video includes interviews with coach Dustin Stein and players Joy […]

Multimedia

Solar Eclipse Preview, Aug. 21 Watch Party

November 13, 2017 etcetera 0

  Eastfield College physics professor Saeed Ahmad will be hosting an Aug. 21 solar eclipse watch party for what’s being called “The Great American Eclipse.” Video also includes footage from NASA scientist Nicholeen Viall. The […]

Sports

Harvesters win national championship

November 12, 2017 etcetera 0

Note: This story was orignally published on The Et Cetera’s sports blog, Et Cetera Sports. For a photo gallery and more coverage, click here. By JULIO VEGA @JulioVegaETC ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA — Eastfield led the match […]

Sports

Harvesters face Harper in national final

November 11, 2017 etcetera 0

Eastfield will play against Harper in the final today at 4 p.m., hoping to become the first women’s team in school history to win a national title. The volleyball team made history last night by […]

Sports

Harvesters sweep Jamestown in nationals, semifinals set for 5 p.m. today

November 10, 2017 etcetera 0

Eastfield swept Jamestown (25-16, 25-12, 25-9) in the quarterfinals of the NJCAA DIII National Championship. With the win, the Harvesters advanced to the semifinals and ended the Jayhawk’s unbeaten streak of 30 matches. In the […]

News

PHOTO GALLERY: Arbor Day celebration sees Eastfield donating a tree

November 9, 2017 etcetera 0

In celebration of both Arbor Day, Eastfield gifted a tree to the Buckner Children’s Home. A ceremony was be held 10-11 a.m. Nov. 9 in the Lower Courtyard. For the third year, the Arbor Day […]

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