If the Dallas County Community College District is serious about increasing student success, it’s time they begin to act like it. In the past Eastfield has struggled to make LGBTQ people feel safe. The safe […]
Another Hispanic Heritage Month is wrapping up, but with the number of bland events, we almost forgot it started. In the past, there have been grand events to kick off the month, from a Dieciseis […]
I’ve had what most would call a highly unusual and unorthodox upbringing. I remember the conversation with my father vividly. I was 6 years old and didn’t understand what he was telling me. I […]
What’s the first thing you do in the morning when you wake up? Brush your teeth? Make breakfast? Or do you check your phone to see who liked the picture you posted before […]
By Jessica Ramirez @TheEtCetera As a young mother of three school-age children. I know firsthand the struggles of finding adequate child care. I have experienced some issues in the past with facilities abusing children that […]
Protests from east to west are taking place calling on governments to take action against climate change. While protests are fine, expecting quick results from the government is a far reach. Eastfield has recently been approved to have two buildings built as a […]
I got my first smartphone in 2015. Right away, I was hooked. At that time in my life I was a stay-at-home mom with a 1-year-old child and the caregiver for my 76-year-old mother. That […]
With September being National Suicide Awareness Month, it’s important to discuss mental health and how it affects students. Many students with mental illness struggle with understanding and retaining information. If colleges are truly interested […]
When I graduated high school four years ago and enrolled at Eastfield, I had no idea what to choose as a field of study. I thought getting my core classes out of the way would give me time to figure things out in regards to my career. […]
Eastfield employees in the Children’s Laboratory School in the K Building discovered they would be laid off in a move that President Eddie Tealer said was to help benefit students that are in need […]
Having done the college life once before, I was dreading returning to school after a seven-year hiatus. Walking into Eastfield on Aug. 26 was an unexpected experience that brought me a new hope to […]
Spider-Man is far from home following the recent disagreement between Sony and Disney, and everything the fans and actors have grown to love about the franchise is at risk. Two movies with two more […]
There is a war against smokers. When one thinks of discrimination, it’s usually on the grounds of race, sex, religion or orientation. But this is a newer breed of intolerance. This cloud hangs heavy […]
Shorter course terms can be problematic for those seeking a restart later in life. I’ve had a few experiences with shorter terms now and would like to present the perspective of a nontraditional […]
As easy as some people may think community college is compared to a prestigious university, it’s still new and different. Whether you’re here because plans failed or a financial situation or even if […]
For a college administration that prides itself on transparency and open communication, waiting until three days before the commencement ceremony to release an official statement about the graduation ticket mix-up was unacceptable. Several errors at […]
America, land of the free and home of the most expensive drug costs in the civilized world. Lifesaving medications, such as insulin and seizure preventatives, are often the most expensive. The more we need something, […]
Now that electric cars provide a more environmentally friendly option for driving, why do people ages 18-20 constitute only 1.4 percent of the people who are buying, according to a 2017 survey conducted by CarMax? And in […]
Do you know someone from another country? You probably hear the word immigrant in the news frequently, but are there any immigrants among your close friends? If not, you might be missing out on […]
Dear Editor, The Et Cetera’s decision to publish the April 17 column under the headline “Eastfield invaded by teenagers” was irresponsible. The large population of Early College High School and dual credit students on the […]
Cartoon by Anthony Lazon/The Et Cetera The First Amendment guarantees Americans certain unalienable rights. So why are those rights currently being trampled merely to play big brother to one of Texas’ top trading partners? […]
Eastfield College is becoming so overrun with high school students that the Dallas County Community College District should rename the college Eastfield High School. Eastfield currently claims there are about 400 high school students […]
From the food on your plate to the pets in your home, humanity has been artificially selecting desirable traits in other organisms for thousands of years. With the results of our success all […]
Dear Et Cetera Staff, My compliments to Anthony Lazon for his excellent cover illustration and design on the April 3 edition of The Et Cetera. It was an excellent homage to my generation’s favorite Saturday […]
Dear Editor, The places and foods mentioned in the April 2019 article “Five vegan dishes to meet your leafy needs” are a good place to start for those interested in healthier, cleaner eating. I, too, heartily recommend […]
Cartoon by Anthony Lazon. Public perception of marijuana is changing fast, and it’s about time for Texas to keep up. With the 86th legislative session ending in less than two months, bills that would push […]
Who knew one of the most exciting times in my life would also be the most difficult and terrifying? For most students, the transition from high school to college is a dream, but that’s […]
About a week ago, tags marked “Siren” started showing up in some men’s restrooms throughout campus and in a stairwell in the C building. The tags, many of which have been removed or painted […]
Members of the media and dominant political figures often push the narrative that President Donald Trump’s wall is a racist and unethical proposition, but […]
I’m tired of the constant complaining from baby boomers and Gen Xers about millennials. Quit blaming adolescents for everything. It’s an age-old trope that should be weaned out of human consciousness. I apologize if my […]
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