PAC Student Media

By Justin M. Rodriguez Pulse Staff  Reporter Voters elected two new officials and a student member was appointed to the Alamo Colleges Board of Trustees after a run-off election in June 2014 for Districts 4 and 8, respectively. “Oftentimes, people feel we are losing the academic side in pursuit of building up the training and…

By Kellie Alcozer Pulse Staff Reporter The morning show of one of  San Antonio’s top radio stations, KTFM 94.1, is now being produced by Palo Alto College alumni Rossi Ramirez. After graduating from Harlandale High School in 2009, Ramirez began her journey at Palo Alto College. Initially she pursued a career in the medical field…

By Violet Gonzales Pulse Staff Reporter Advising for majors is now split into three different centers: SEED (Service, Education, Empowerment and Diversity); BOLD (Business, Opportunities, Leadership and Demand occupations); and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). Each center is made up of certified advisers who will assist students on their college pathway. Advisers will…

By Kendra Wilkerson Pulse Staff Reporter A convenience sample of 15 Palo Alto College students revealed that students check their social media websites 50 percent more than they check their student email. In an effort to keep students in the loop, many educational institutions have joined the digital age. As the digital age of communication evolves,…

By John Savoie Pulse Staff Reporter Some people feel the need to go out of their way to have a good time, whether to Sea World or Fiesta Texas, or clubs, such as Graham Central Station or Industry. However, places to have fun are close by. So forget about the long commute. The following places…

By Gabrielle Herrera Pulse Staff Reporter Affordable healthcare, low wages and the high cost of higher education make up just a few of the issues politicians are confronting this Nov. 4 election. Most of what is being debated will have a direct impact on today’s youth, whether in the near or distant future, but only…

By Twyla Herron Pulse Staff Reporter Palo Alto no longer has any medical assistance on campus. Students need to be aware of other options in case of an emergency. Health care centers have been done away with on all Alamo College campuses with the exception of St. Philip’s Southwest Campus. If you are in need…

By Manuel Figueroa Pulse Staff Reporter One out of four people have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime. Three out of four Americans know someone who is or has been a victim. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Supporters wear or display a purple ribbon all month to bring attention to this issue. According to…

By Crystal C. Valentin Pulse Staff Reporter  At Palo Alto College, starting a healthy lifestyle is made easy for all students, faculty and staff all year-round in a variety of ways. Intramural leagues, tournaments and open games, as well as a fitness center, an aquatic center, a gymnasium, tennis courts and walking trails are made available…

By Ami Sarabia Pulse Staff Reporter This Fall, Palo Alto College has partnered with four high schools to offer Early College High School programs. Incoming ninth grade students will have the opportunity to attend high school and earn college credit. Harlandale High School has become the newest addition to PAC’s partnerships, along with Southside ISD,…

By Yuriria Mota Pulse Staff Reporter Stores like Wal-Mart and Best Buy have student discounts that can make a laptop or tablet affordable. Palo Alto College also has laptops at the library for you to rent, or you may use the school’s computer labs free of charge. Different discounts will be available, depending upon when…