Tag: Palo Alto College
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Students take action to reduce college debt
By Marcie Arriola Pulse staff reporter With the cost of college tuition rising, accumulating debt seems inevitable. However, the situation is not hopeless. With some planning, it is possible to minimize student debt. According to a report from the Institute for College Access & Success’ Project on Student Debt, the average debt for a student…
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Students ponder dream Spring Breaks
By Amanda Garza Pulse staff reporter Spring break is like a nine-day recess for students and teachers. The Greeks and Romans originated this break, celebrating it as a time of fertility and awakening. For some, the week is now used for lying at home and enjoying good movies, while others do something out of the…
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@PACpresident marks first year in office
By Diana Castro Pulse staff writer As a child, Dr. Ruben Michael “Mike” Flores remembers the sacrifices his mother made to earn her bachelor’s degree. Now, Flores works hard to help Palo Alto students achieve the same and more. During his first year as president of Palo Alto College, Flores has made it is his…
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Campus falls victim to substance abuse
By Katherine Menchaca Pulse Staff Writer Addiction and drug abuse are on the rise, and substance abuse of marijuana, prescription medications and alcohol are possible factors that could diminish the chances of students reaching their full potential. Despite the efforts of anti-drug programs, such as D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) to educate children and the…
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Students disclose their favorite study spots
By Bobby Martinez Pulse Staff Writer With finals approaching next week, students are going to their favorite spots around campus to do last-minute studying. Palo Alto is one of the Alamo Colleges’ smaller campuses, but it has plenty of places where students can escape. The Ozuna Library features six group study rooms, six individual study…
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Major choices affect students’ future
By Felicia Palomo Pulse staff writer Palo Alto College offers more than 63 majors for students to choose to better their future. In 2011, the top 10 majors on campus were Liberal Arts (2,091), Liberal Studies (724), Criminal Justice (476), Pre-Medicine (269), Psychology (247), Business Administration (186), Kinesiology (133), Social Work (133), Communications (122), and…
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PAC student’s efforts ignite Orchestra plans
By Javier Canales Vargas Pulse staff writer An orchestra program could soon be a reality at Palo Alto College, thanks to the efforts of PAC student Marion Maldonado and a supportive Music faculty. Maldonado, a graduate of Southwest High School in San Antonio, is a music lover. From age 12 through her senior year in…
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Students stay fit in college
By Desirae Gonzales-Moreno Pulse Staff Writer With a limited amount of time to spare throughout a chaotic college semester, some students at Palo Alto College still manage to live a healthy lifestyle by finding ways to stay physically active. “[Students] who exercise, get seven to eight hours of sleep, and have a healthy diet make…
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PTK honor society offers leadership, service and fellowship
By Destiny Montes Pulse Staff Writer The American Association of Community Colleges recognizes Palo Alto’s Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges. PTK, founded in 1918, has a distinct mission to recognize and encourage the academic achievement of two-year college students and provide opportunities for individual growth and development through participation…
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West Villaret improvements causing headaches
By Stephanie Rodriguez, Pulse staff writer The West Villaret construction project continues to create dust and noise for students, faculty and staff of Palo Alto College this Fall 2013 semester. The City of San Antonio approved the project in April 2013 to provide traffic congestion relief for Palo Alto College and the surrounding community. The…
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Advising taken to a whole new level
By Katherine Menchaca, Pulse staff writer Palo Alto College has implemented a new breakthrough advising program this semester for first-time college students. Palo Alto College advisers recognized that students often seek academic advice from other students, which is why the new Peer Advisory Program was put into place this fall to support and encourage new…
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Ozuna unveils innovation and technology
By Javier Canales Vargas, Pulse staff writer After nearly two years of renovation, the Ozuna Library and Learning Center reopened its doors this fall with many changes for students. “People come and they look and they go, ‘Wow, it’s so different,’” said Christopher Delgado, director of Information and Communications Technology at Palo Alto College. Delgado…
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Financial Aid changes affect students
By Diana Castro, Pulse staff writer Choosing a major is crucial if you want to graduate on time and if you want to save money. If you don’t have a major chosen, don’t worry. Not everyone knows when he or she starts college, but don’t wait too long as the new rules for Financial Aid…
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Palo Alto College supports sustainable projects
By Bianca Del Conte, Pulse staff writer One of the earliest science concepts that we learn as children is that the Sun provides energy to plants on Earth to initiate the cycle of life. Sustainability is the more mature term used to explain a similar principle: Everything we need for our survival depends, either directly…
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Students prepare for transfer and workforce
By Marilyn Robles, Pulse staff writer Former Palo Alto College students agree that they were prepared for university life and future careers. “Top universities have no mercy on students,” said Hector Alaniz, a civil engineering graduate of Texas A&M-College Station. “Either you get it or you don’t! Either you study hard to pass the course,…
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Students find ways to stretch their paycheck
By Bobby Martinez, Pulse staff writer A student’s life is not easy, but knowing where to find the best deals for your everyday needs and cutting back on spending can help students reduce their stress. “It is hard living on a budget, but you still have to live it,” said Roseann Trujillo, a Computer Technician…
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Million-dollar Fitness Center makes exercising fun and convenient
By Ronald Silva, Pulse staff writer Palo Alto’s Aquatic Center/Gymnasium is now home to a 5,000 square foot, $1.4 million Fitness Center that had its grand opening on Sept. 4. Students, staff and faculty were introduced to its exercise equipment, which includes a variety of cardio and strength-training machines. Sergio Rivera, Facilities superintendent at Palo…
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