28 Nov 2017
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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 outside hitter Keishla Reyes toward the left side of the court. Reyes said she knew what...
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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 women sit at the front desk having a conversation over coffee as customers browse the shelves. Soft...
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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 in California and earthquakes in Mexico (twice), Iran and Italy. A female superhero ruled...
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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 turn the holiday movie season on its head by recreating old subject matter with “The Disaster Artist,”...
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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 movie ever made, but you can’t imagine how your refined taste could possibly enjoy something considered...
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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 consulate in Dallas. The...
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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 Dallas County residents to effectively compete in the job market, they must have post-secondary...
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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 we have is somehow less than or not as good as others. For example, Laura says, “I’m always stressed out because...
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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 area is. Israel itself has been made to seem like one of the most dangerous places on earth. A...
Read more → 22 Nov 2017
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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 Day of the Dead, commonly called by its Spanish name Dia de los Muertos. Twelve-year-old...
Read more → 21 Nov 2017
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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 new assault weapons ban for 2017. I do not support this bill because it is a blatant...
Read more → 21 Nov 2017
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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 of Emporium Pies’ Deep Ellum location. The black, blue and red floral mural on the wall and its symmetrical...
Read more → 16 Nov 2017
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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 Dallas County Promise is a tax-free plan to offer free tuition...
Read more → 16 Nov 2017
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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 Walker, interim vice president, held a forum Nov. 16 to discuss the transition to eight-week...
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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 stories that shines out from the rest. It is charming, unique and completely wonderful. Director...
Read more → 16 Nov 2017
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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 marked as gun free. A sign prohibiting the possession of firearms...
Read more → 13 Nov 2017
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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
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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. — Video by David Silva and Andrew Gonzales
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Reporter Mikaela Carrillo talks to students and staff to discuss the current news topics that are prevalent to them. — Video by Andrew Gonzales
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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, Andrew Gonzales and Jesus Ayala
Read more → 13 Nov 2017
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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 of Mexico in Dallas.
Read more → 13 Nov 2017
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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
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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
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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
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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 Carlock and Emily Juarez. The team's season begins Aug. 22 at LSU Shreveport. —...
Read more → 13 Nov 2017
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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 watch party will be hosted in room G-101 and will begin at 11 am. —...
Read more → 12 Nov 2017
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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 2-1. Fourth set. Match point. Kirsten Fredrickson dug the ball from a Harper...
Read more → 11 Nov 2017
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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 becoming the first women’s team in school history to ever reach a national championship final. A...
Read more → 10 Nov 2017
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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 first set, the Harvesters went behind but immediately rebounded and won seven...
Read more → 09 Nov 2017
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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 Foundation has recognized Eastfield as a Tree Campus USA. — David Silva Click any photo do begin slideshow:
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