http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/ Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is the largest undergraduate institution in the state of Texas. We have seven colleges - Brookhaven, Cedar Valley, Eastfield, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake and Richland - plus the R. Jan LeCroy Center for Educational Telecommunications. What can you do that’s easy, important and safe? Participate in the 2010 Census! http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/Census2010-11-17-09.htm Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:38:00 GMT Seven Dallas County Community College District students have been named 2009-2010 Muse Presidential Scholars, based on their academic achievement and leadership potential. Release date: Nov. 12, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/MuseScholars11-12-09.htm Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:41:00 GMT Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District is now accepting entries for its juried art show, “Water: More or Less,” which opens Jan. 30. Nov. 12, 2009. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Call+for+Entries+Water+and+sustainability+theme+for+Water+More+or+Less+Exhibit+11-12-09.htm Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:16:47 GMT Attention to detail and skill at administering millions of dollars for DCCCD recently brought honors to DesPlas when he was named a Dallas Business Journal 2009 CFO of the Year finalist. Release date: Nov. 10, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DesPlasAward11-10-09.htm Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:21:00 GMT Registration begins soon for Winter and Spring semester credit classes. Release date: Nov. 3, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/SpringReg11-03-09.htm Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:21:00 GMT The Association of Community College Trustees honored DCCCD Trustee Kitty Boyle in October with the 2009 ACCT M. Dale Ensign Trustee Leadership Award. Release date: Oct. 23, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BoyleAward10-23-09.htm Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:31:00 GMT On Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, in Dallas, 200 young men in grades 4 through 7 will participate in a day of intense competition and mental focus. Release date: Oct. 15, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/AcademicBowl10-19-09.htm Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:58:00 GMT Spooky notes by e-mail and friendly notices online are meant to remind students and employees that October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Oct. 12, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/Cybersecurity10-12-09.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:34:00 GMT DCCCD has signed a new transfer agreement with Millsaps College and has renewed its agreement with Western Governors University. Also: The new Cedar Valley College Science/Veterinary Technology/Allied Health Building recently won an “Outstanding Design” award from American School and University Magazine. Release date: Feb. 10, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/NewsbriefsB02-10-09.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:31:44 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has been appointed serve as a member of the Association of Community College Trustees advisory committee of presidents. Also: Discover Life in America has named Dr. Carl Knight, professor of anatomy and physiology at Eastfield College, as its “Outstanding Biodiversity Educator of the Year 2008,” based on his exceptional work with the Thicket of Diversity. Release date: Feb. 9, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/Briefs02-09-09.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:18:12 GMT Families and friends celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Dallas County Community College District’s citywide African American Read-In on Saturday, Jan. 31. Read-in founder and organizer Carla Ranger challenges individuals, families and communities to join the read-in chain during Black History Month. Release date: Feb. 5, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/AARIFollowUp02-05-09.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:23:56 GMT Get information about the history of this special event, its purpose, typical attendance rates and more. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/LlavesFastFacts10-06-09.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:17:00 GMT Las Llaves del Exito, a free one-day program offered by the Dallas County Community College District, can give students the keys to their success: a college education and information about how to navigate the system so that they can attend a college or university. Event date: Oct. 31, 2009. Release date: Oct. 6, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/Llaves10-06-09.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:16:00 GMT You can learn more about the new Core Curriculum at question-and-answer sessions for DCCCD students in November. Oct. 30, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/CoreMeetings10-30-09.htm Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:31:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will celebrate Constitution Day in September with programs, giveaways and entertainment on its college campuses. Release date: Sept. 14, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/ConstitutionDay09-14-09.htm Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:09:00 GMT Dr. Stephen K. Mittelstet, president of Richland College, announced today that he has submitted his letter of resignation to Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, signaling his retirement after four decades of service to DCCCD. Release date: Sept. 1, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/MittelstetRetires09-01-09.htm Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:45:00 GMT The Dallas Stars and DCCCD are partnering to kick off the Fall semester with discounted tickets for students, faculty and staff. Sept. 1, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/StarsPromo09-01-09.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:18:00 GMT Although all DCCCD main campus locations offer textbooks through their college bookstores, students can use alternative sources that may or may not be less expensive. Release date: Aug. 26, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/Textbooks08-26-09.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:02:00 GMT The fall 2009 semester for the Dallas County Community College District began with a bang on Monday, Aug. 24: All DCCCD colleges are seeing enrollment increases. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RecordFallEnrollment08-26-09.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:47:00 GMT Visit the Brookhaven College Web site for the latest Brookhaven news. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/default.htm Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:38:00 GMT Learn more about the eight high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex who have been named 2009-2010 LeCroy Scholarship recipients by the DCCCD Foundation. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/LeCroyScholars2009Bios.htm Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:16:00 GMT Eight high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex have been named 2009-2010 LeCroy Scholarship recipients by the DCCCD Foundation for their outstanding leadership and academic achievements. Release date: July 31, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/LeCroyScholars08-06-09.htm Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:42:00 GMT DCCCD’s 10th annual African American Read-In — which celebrates literacy among people of all ages and shares the writings of African-American authors — will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Majestic Theatre in Dallas. Release date: Jan. 22, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/AARI+1-22-09.htm Tue, 28 Jul 2009 22:10:17 GMT If you’re a DCCCD student, you now have another way to receive your college’s official messages through a new service called "My Messages" that DCCCD has launched especially for you. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/MyMessages.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2009 22:09:00 GMT Read comments from Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., DCCCD chancellor, on President Obama's American Graduation Initiative. July 14, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/Obama07-14-09.htm Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:18:00 GMT Green jobs mean a greener economy. That’s the strategy behind a new partnership formed by five community and technical colleges/systems along the I-35 corridor in Texas. Release date: June 25, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/GreenCorridor07-07-09.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2009 18:32:00 GMT Read biographical sketches of Amanda Collins and Reginald Forest, 2009 recipients of the Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship. June 29, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/2009KrampBios06-29-09.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:45:00 GMT Read a biographical sketch of Dylan Lewis, 2007-2008 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award recipient and the first recipient of the new Southern Methodist University-DCCCD Kramp Transfer Scholarship. June 29, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DylanLewisBio06-29-09.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District and Southern Methodist University have partnered to provide a transfer scholarship to attend SMU for recipients of the Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship. June 29, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/SMUKramp06-29-09.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:10:00 GMT *Please note: This is archived registration information.* Registration for Fall 2009 credit classes is underway now! Release date: June 4, 2009; updated: June 26, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/FallReg06-04-09.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:36:00 GMT All students in Dallas County Community College District’s Teacher Preparation Program who recently finished or who currently are enrolled in several Texas Early Childhood Articulation (TECA) courses for their Associate of Arts in Teaching degree should talk to an advisor immediately about a new change in their degree plan that has been approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Release date: May 15, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/TeacherPrep05-15-09.htm Mon, 18 May 2009 20:05:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District will offer a wide range of classes this summer to educate and entertain children and teens. Release date: May 7, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/KidClasses05-07-09.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 18:14:00 GMT Hundreds of Dallas County Community College District students are crossing the stage during commencement ceremonies that begin on Sunday, May 3, and conclude by mid-month. Release date: May 1, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/Graduation05-01-09.htm Fri, 01 May 2009 19:48:00 GMT The Brookhaven College Head Start Center is temporarily closed from Wednesday, April 30, through Tuesday, May 5. The action was taken by Head Start officials as a precaution after learning that the sibling of one of the youngsters who attends the center was diagnosed with Type A influenza; swine flu has not been confirmed. Release date: April 30, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/BHCHeadStart04-30-09.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:11:00 GMT Students, faculty, staff and administrators in the Dallas County Community College District can help deter the spread of swine flu and other types of influenza by following some basic tips. Posted: April 29, 2009. Last update: Nov. 17, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/SwineFlu04-29-09.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:59:00 GMT April 14, 2009: Eastield College's building-by-building sweep ended in mid-afternoon; nothing was found and no one was harmed. The campus re-opened at 5 p.m. for evening classes. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/EFCLockdown041409.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:11:00 GMT **Please note: This is archived registration information. Registration for Summer credit classes is underway. Original publication date: April 7, 2009. Updated: May 26, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/MaySumReg04-07-09.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:30:00 GMT DCCCD is launching a new system for processing and distributing refunds and disbursements (such as financial aid funds) to students. Find out what you need to do to get your money. March 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/MoneyCard03-26-09.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 19:53:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has announced that it recently signed an agreement with Higher One, a financial services and payment company focused exclusively on higher education, to distribute refunds to more than 64,000 credit students enrolled at the district’s seven institutions. Release date: March 6, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/HigherOne03-17-09.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:25:00 GMT Clyde Porter, associate vice chancellor of facilities for the Dallas County Community College District, has been honored with the American Institute of Architects’ prestigious 2009 Whitney M. Young Jr. Award. Release date: February 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/PorterAward02-2009.htm Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:29:00 GMT Get the facts about this special college fair for families, including information about its history and purpose. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/LlavesFastFacts02-09-09.htm Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:28:00 GMT The Las Llaves del Exito (Keys to Success) college fair for families will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009. Release date: Feb. 9, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/Llaves02-09-09.htm Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:04:00 GMT Two former Dallas County Community College District administrators — Dr. J. William Wenrich and Dr. Walter Bumphus — have been honored with the 2009 National Leadership Award from the American Association of Community Colleges. Release date: Jan. 23, 2009 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/LeadAwards01-23-09.htm Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:31:00 GMT View fast facts about this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/AARIFastFacts01.09.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:25:29 GMT Read testimonials by past participants in this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2009News/AARITestimonials01.09.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:25:00 GMT Earlier this fall, DCCCD asked students to participate in an online survey. As a thank you, everyone who participated was entered in a drawing to win a free iPod Nano or a $150 iTunes gift card. And we have a winner — Yuka Matsuura! Fall 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/MediaPrefsWinner11-17-08.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:59:00 GMT For the second consecutive year, members of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees have been honored for their collective efforts to promote and support diversity. The Association of Community College Trustees has named the DCCCD board of trustees as recipient of the 2008 Charles Kennedy Equity Award. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/BoardACCTaward11-11-08.htm Wed, 12 Nov 2008 22:48:00 GMT **Please note: This is an archived registration article. Registration is underway for Winter and Spring semester credit classes. Original date: Nov. 4, 2008; updated Dec. 1, 2008. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/SpringReg11-04-08.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:58:00 GMT El Centro College and Texas Tech University will add more than a touch of “green” to the world by offering environmental sciences degree programs for educationally underrepresented students, in partnership with the Trinity River Audubon Center, which opens this week. Release date: Oct. 16, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Audubon10-16-08.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:09:00 GMT A group of African-American college presidents and chancellors are passing forward their knowledge to a new generation of leaders through the Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership. The Dallas County Community College District will host the Lakin Institute class of 2008 — composed of 12 mentees from community colleges across the country — at a meeting in Dallas Oct. 19-24, 2008. Release date: Oct. 6, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LakinInst10-06-08.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:07:00 GMT Get the facts about this special event, including its history and purpose. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LlavesFacts10-2008.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:34:00 GMT Las Llaves del Exito, a free one-day program offered by the Dallas County Community College District, can give students the keys to their success: a college education and information about how to navigate the system so that they can attend a college or university. The fall 2008 Las Llaves event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8 a.m. to noon at Mountain View College. Release date: Oct. 6, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Llaves10-06-08.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:29:00 GMT Community is key. That’s the Wal-Mart way, and that’s the goal of a new $300,000 grant from the corporate giant’s foundation awarded to Eastfield College, which will use the start-up funds to launch a program for Mesquite and Garland Independent School District high school dropouts. Release date: Oct. 3, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/EFCWalMart10-03-08.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2008 22:46:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will celebrate Constitution Day in September with programs, giveaways and entertainment on its college campuses. Release date: Sept. 15, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ConstDay09-15-08.htm Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:15:00 GMT Three respected financial entities — Fitch Ratings, Moody’s Investors Service and Standard & Poors Ratings Services — have once again assigned “AAA” ratings to the Dallas County Community College District for $220 million in general obligation bonds, series 2008, and affirmed the same “AAA” rating on approximately $30 million in maintenance tax notes and $63 million in outstanding general obligation bonds. Release date: Sept. 12, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/FinRating09-12-08.htm Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:26:00 GMT During its monthly meeting in September, members of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees approved a spring 2009 tuition increase and tax rates for the current year. Release date: Sept. 10, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/TuitionAndTax09-10-08.htm Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:31:00 GMT Did you know that under a new Texas law (TEC Section 51.907), if you drop too many classes without having an acceptable reason, your GPA could be affected? Be sure you understand how this law may affect you before you drop a class. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/StopDrop09-09-08.htm Tue, 09 Sep 2008 16:08:00 GMT Read biographical sketches of the nine 2008-2009 LeCroy Scholars and the six continuing scholars from 2007-2008. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LeCroyBios09-2008.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:18:00 GMT Nine high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex have been named 2008-2009 LeCroy Scholars by the Dallas County Community College District Foundation for their outstanding leadership and academic achievements. Each LeCroy Scholar receives up to $3,200 ($800 per semester, with a maximum of four semesters) to attend any of DCCCD’s seven individually accredited colleges. Release date: Sept. 5, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LeCroySchol09-05-08.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:19:00 GMT As the November presidential election approaches, government and speech communication students at El Centro College this fall are learning how disenfranchisement has affected politics for more than 200 years. Those students — enrolled in “Voting Rights of the Historically Disenfranchised” — will have hands-on experience with voter registration. Release date: Sept. 4, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ECCStudents09-04-08.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2008 22:33:00 GMT Students from across the Dallas area have received scholarships from the Dallas County Community College District through a special tri-chamber agreement with the Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce. Release date: July 21, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/TriChamSchol08-08-08.htm Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:48:00 GMT Eleven Dallas-area residents will attend colleges in the Dallas County Community College District during the 2008-2009 academic year, thanks to the support of the late Dallas business and civic leader Reece A. Overcash. Release date: July 21, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/OvercashSchol07-21-08.htm Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:32:00 GMT Evans Pierre received the 2008 Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr. BKM Scholarship, which honors the Dallas County Community College District’s chancellor. Release date: July 18, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/BKMSchol07-18-08.htm Fri, 25 Jul 2008 21:37:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District’s Board of Trustees has received a grant from the Association of Community College Trustees that will fund a project that provides a model curriculum for community college trustees. In addition, several DCCCD colleges have received state and private grants that provide funds for job skills, sustainability, a summer program and programs for older adults. Release date: July 8, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Grants07-08-08.htm Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:04:00 GMT Mandi Brooks and Linsey Heidelberg battled adverse conditions in their lives and sought to grow and improve themselves, in spite of those challenges. Their successes were recognized when they received the 2008 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award during a special program on Tuesday, June 24. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Kramp06-25-08.htm Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:02:00 GMT Two members of the Dallas County Community College District Board of Trustees, Kitty Boyle and Diana Flores, were sworn in during the board’s regular monthly meeting in June. Also: Dr. Allatia Harris, district director of academic curriculum initiatives for the Dallas County Community College District, was named the new president of the San Jacinto College North campus, effective July 14, by the SJC board of trustees on June 2. Release date: June 16, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/TrusteesHarris06-16-08.htm Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:39:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received federal grants that support manufacturing and logistics, and small businesses. Release date: June 10, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/FedGrants06-10-08.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:32:00 GMT Parents who need a little help with summertime fun for their children can find solutions at several campuses in the Dallas County Community College District. Release date: June 5, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/SummerKids06-05-08.htm Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:35:00 GMT This is an archived news page about registration for Fall 2008 credit classes. Original release date: June 3, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/FallReg06-03-08.htm Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:28:00 GMT *** Please note that this is an archived registration article. For current registration information, please visit our Registration page. It's time to register for Summer II credit classes! Original date: April 1, 2008. Updated: June 10, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/MaySumReg04.01.08.htm Sat, 31 May 2008 21:44:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received several state grants that support nursing, student recruitment and workforce development. Release date: May 30, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Grants05-30-08.htm Fri, 30 May 2008 20:36:00 GMT Representatives from DCCCD are hosting the district’s annual adjunct faculty recruitment fair to find potential part-time instructors. The event will be held on Saturday, May 31, at Cedar Valley College. Release date: May 20, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AdjFair05-20-08.htm Wed, 21 May 2008 15:26:00 GMT Interested students now can apply for the 2008 Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr. BKM Scholarship, which is worth $2,500 for the academic year and covers tuition and books. Release date: April 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/BKMSchol04-21-08.htm Wed, 21 May 2008 07:33:00 GMT Standing head-and-shoulders above members of the board of trustees for the Dallas County Community College District, the North Lake College Blazers basketball team shared their national championship trophy and other honors during the board’s May meeting. Release date: May 9, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/NLCbballchamps05-13-08.htm Tue, 13 May 2008 21:30:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, DCCCD’s chancellor, shared his thoughts with representatives from DCCCD, West Dallas businesses, area chambers of commerce, city officials and neighborhood residents as they broke ground together and celebrated the construction of a new community education campus in their neighborhood. May 9, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/WDallasGrndbrking05-09-08.htm Mon, 12 May 2008 21:10:00 GMT Hundreds of Dallas County Community College District students are crossing the stage during commencement ceremonies that began May 2 and conclude this week. Release date: May 5, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Graduation05-05-08.htm Tue, 06 May 2008 16:58:00 GMT Learn more about the 2008 recipients of DCCCD music, visual arts and creative writing awards. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ArtsBios04-22-08.htm Fri, 02 May 2008 21:01:00 GMT Each year, the Cecil Wallace Fordham Award in Visual Arts, the Alice Jones Berding Award in Music and the Eleanor Jones Award in Creative Writing are given to students through DCCCD’s seven colleges who excel in art, music and creative writing. Fifteen students have been recognized for their talent and skills by the DCCCD Foundation with cash awards for 2008. Release date: April 22, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ArtsAwards04-28-08.htm Fri, 02 May 2008 18:01:00 GMT Learn about the benefits the new El Centro College Center for Allied Health and Nursing will offer to the community. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AlliedValue04-29-08.htm Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:12:00 GMT Get information about the educational technology in place at the new El Centro College Center for Allied Health and Nursing. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AlliedTechFacts04-29-08.htm Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:50:00 GMT Get general information in this fact sheet about El Centro College's new Center for Allied Health and Nursing. Release date: April 29, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AlliedGenFacts04-29-08.htm Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:37:00 GMT The new center is the highlight of grand opening ceremonies on Thursday, May 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event also will include a reception for the college's new president, Dr. Paul McCarthy, who began his tenure in February. Release date: May 29, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ECCAlliedHealth04-29-08.htm Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:53:00 GMT Sixteen students from the Dallas County Community College District have been chosen to participate in NASA’s Community College Aerospace Scholars program in April. Release date: April 15, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/NASA04-15-08.htm Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:16:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District board of trustees unanimously approved a proclamation during their regular April meeting that honored state Rep. Roberto Alonzo for his work on behalf of higher education and DCCCD. Release date: April 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/RepAlonzoHonored04-08.htm Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:31:00 GMT A successful exchange of two office building complexes in south Dallas will ensure that more than 120 Dallas County Community College District employees can move to newly renovated, larger facilities in 2008. Release date: January 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LamarSt+01.07.htm Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:26:42 GMT Seven DCCCD students have been recognized for their efforts in the classroom and in the community as recipients of the 2008 Max and Rosa Goldblatt Endowment Awards in Community Service. Release date: March 25, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/GoldblattAwards03-25-08.htm Tue, 01 Apr 2008 18:13:00 GMT DCCCD Island, a location in virtual space, opened educational opportunities to DCCCD students on Thursday, April 3, 2008, with a virtual groundbreaking. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/SLGroundBreaking04-03-08.htm Sat, 29 Mar 2008 20:08:00 GMT Three DCCCD students recently took their diverse stories to the steps of the nation’s capital as participants in the National Legislative Summit, sponsored by the Association of Community College Trustees. March 19, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Legislators03-19-08.htm Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:21:00 GMT In honor of Women’s History Month, the Eastfield College business and fine arts division will sponsor a panel discussion with women from across the Dallas area who are featured in the book “Chicanas In Charge: Texas Women in the Public Arena.” The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held on Monday, March 3, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. in room 100 of the EFC Science Building. Release date: Feb. 25, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/Chicanas2-25-08.htm Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:22:00 GMT The Eastfield College Pleasant Grove Campus at 802 S. Buckner Blvd. in Dallas represents access to higher education where it hasn’t been before — in the neighborhood, close to home. Release date: Jan. 30, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/PGgroundbk01-30-08.htm Fri, 08 Feb 2008 20:06:00 GMT In the fall, DCCCD asked students to participate in an online survey. As a thank you, everyone who participated was entered in a drawing to win a free iPod Nano or a $150 iTunes gift card. And we have a winner — Sally Brashear! Feb. 7, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/iPod02-07-08.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:53:00 GMT Get the facts about this special event, including its history and purpose. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LlavesFacts02-2008.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:56:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will provide a fact-filled and useful day of information to students and their parents through the Las Llaves del Exito (Keys to Success) program on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/LasLlaves02-2008.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:45:00 GMT The Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, the Dallas County Community College District, the Dallas Independent School District and Dallas Metrocare Services will sponsor a "Transitional Services and Job Fair" for high school students with disabilities (ages 16 to 22) on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/DisabJobFair02-01-08.htm Fri, 01 Feb 2008 20:59:00 GMT During the 2008 DCCCD citywide African American Read-In, the United States Postal Service will unveil the next commemorative stamp in its Black Heritage series, honoring author Charles W. Chesnutt. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AARIstamp01-08.htm Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:30:00 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AARIGuest01-08.htm Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:15:41 GMT Learn about the history of this special, annual event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AARIHistory01.08.htm Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:03:24 GMT A celebration of literature for children by African-American authors continues this year with the 2008 Dallas County Community College District’s citywide African American Read-In, featuring award-winning author and illustrator Ashley Bryan. Release date: January 2008. Event date: Feb. 2, 2008 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/ReadIn01-22-08.htm Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:48:00 GMT State Sen. Royce West administered the oath of office to newly elected El Centro College Student Government Association officers during a special program in December, marking the first time in 10 years that ECC students have a formally organized SGA. (December 2007) http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/ECCSwornIn12.17.07.htm Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:40:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received several federal, state and private grants during November and December that support programs directed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Lumina Foundation. Release date: Dec. 10, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Grants12-10-07.htm Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:01:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District board of trustees approved the appointment of Dr. Paul McCarthy as the new president of El Centro College during their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 4. Release date: Dec. 6, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/ECCPres12-06-07.htm Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:18:00 GMT Registration for Spring credit classes has begun. Release date: Nov. 6, 2007. Last update: Jan. 4, 2008. (Please note: This is an archived registration article. Visit http://www.dcccd.edu/Future+Students/Admissions+and+Registration/ for current registration information.) http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/RegWinterSpring11-06-07.htm Tue, 06 Nov 2007 20:43:00 GMT Dr. Randal Pinkett wants to share his experiences in business as a scholar, entrepreneur and leader with participants in the DFW African American Professionals Conference, scheduled for Nov. 8 and 9 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Duncanville, 800 N. Main St. Release date: Oct. 30, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AfAmConf10-30-07.htm Tue, 30 Oct 2007 21:01:00 GMT An agreement to restore vetoed funding to the state's community colleges for FY 2009 was reached on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Veto+Resolution10.24.07.htm Wed, 24 Oct 2007 15:11:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received several grant renewals from federal funding agencies. Release date: Oct. 11, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/FedGrant10-11-07.htm Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:52:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received a number of state grants that support programs in telecommunications for state agencies and for technical training programs. Release date: Oct. 11, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/StateGrants10.11.07.htm Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:52:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District students who wish to attend either Huston-Tillotson University or the College of the Southwest now can seamlessly transfer their associate degree credits and count those hours toward a bachelor's degree at either four-year institution. Release date: Oct. 11, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/TransNews10-11-07.htm Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:51:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has received several state and federal grants to support programs directed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, the U.S. Department of Education and the Texas Workforce Commission. Release date: Sept. 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/CourseSkillsGrants09.21.07.htm Fri, 12 Oct 2007 20:09:00 GMT “Las Llaves del Éxito” (“The Keys to Success”), a free one-day program offered by the Dallas County Community College District, provides students with information about how to navigate the system so that they can attend a college or university. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Eastfield College. Students in grades six through 12, and their parents, are encouraged to attend. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Llaves10.04.07.htm Fri, 12 Oct 2007 16:11:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District’s Board of Trustees were honored collectively by the Association of Community College Trustees for their efforts to support and promote equity and diversity within the district. Release date: Oct. 2, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/DiversityAwartBOT-10-02-07.htm Tue, 02 Oct 2007 17:56:00 GMT Tomorrow's teachers who will graduate from the Dallas County Community College District are receiving help today thanks to the Credit Union of Texas. A $15,000 gift from the credit union will provide funds for student and marketing initiatives for the district's teacher education programs; those teacher preparation students also will be eligible to receive some of the same benefits that credit union members already enjoy. Release date: Sept. 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/CredUnion09.21.07.htm Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:17:00 GMT Three DCCCD student newspapers have been named national finalists in ACP's Pacemaker Award competition. Also, Lorene Strickland, professor of English at Brookhaven College, recently was named Cambridge Who's Who Professional of the Year in Literature Instruction in Higher Education. Release date: Sept. 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Newsbriefs09.21.07.htm Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:54:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will celebrate Constitution Day in September with programs, giveaways and entertainment on its college campuses. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/ConstDay09.15.07.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2007 17:28:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District once again extended the boundaries and opportunities for its students to transfer to a four-year institution when representatives from DCCCD and Ashford University recently signed a transfer agreement. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Ashford9.07.htm Wed, 12 Sep 2007 16:36:00 GMT Dr. Kay Eggleston, vice president for institutional effectiveness and economic development at Richland College, has been acknowledged by the Texas Association of Community Colleges for her administrative leadership in higher education. Release date: July 26, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/EgglesAward08-03-07.htm Fri, 03 Aug 2007 19:11:00 GMT Eastfield College sophomore Sara Hays has been named to the All-USA Academic Third Team. Release date: April 20, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+Sophomore+Names+to+All+-USA+Academic+Team+4.20.07.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:06:29 GMT Harvesters Greg Boxell, Greg Morgan and Chris Cooper have moved to the next stage in their playing careers by signing with four year universities. . Release date: April 30, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+B-ballers+Sign+With+DI+and+DII+Schools+4.30.07.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:01:43 GMT Two Eastfield students receive the Caropresi Guitar Scholarship. Release date: April 30, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+Students+Receive+Guitar+Scholarship+4.30.07.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2007 13:56:33 GMT This June 2006 seminar will offer educators an opportunity to enhance and enrich their curriculum through development abroad. Release date: Oct. 4, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/West+Africa+Professional+Development+Seminar+10.04.05.htm Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:31:50 GMT Eastfield students return from participating in the Project Pathways Biodiversity Institute summer program. Release date: July 19, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/EFCBigThicket+7.19.07.htm Fri, 20 Jul 2007 14:30:00 GMT Eastfield College announces the hiring of a new vice president. Release date: Aug. 25, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Eastfield+College+Names+New+Vice+President+8.25.06.htm Fri, 20 Jul 2007 14:13:27 GMT NSF program at Eastfield announces their scholars for 2007. Release date: April 10, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/National+Science+Foundation+announces+scholars+4.10.07.htm Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:41:00 GMT Eastfield students will be participating in a summer research program at UTSW. Release date: May 16, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+students+selected+for+university+research+project+5.16.07.htm Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:35:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District board of trustees unanimously approved a new three-year contract for DCCCD’s chancellor, Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., effective Sept. 1, 2007, during their regular monthly board meeting today. Release date: July 10, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LassiterContract07.10.07.htm Tue, 10 Jul 2007 20:33:00 GMT Ngoc Quan Dinh is the second recipient of the Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr. BKM Scholarship, which honors the Dallas County Community College District’s chancellor. The scholarship was established in 2006 by BKM Total Office of Texas, a Dallas-based office furnishings company. Release date: June 28, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/BKMSchol06.28.07.htm Thu, 05 Jul 2007 18:43:00 GMT Learn more about the 2007-2008 DCCCD LeCroy scholarship winners. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LeCroyBios.06.29.07.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:46:00 GMT Eight high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex have been named LeCroy Scholars by the Dallas County Community College District Foundation for their outstanding leadership and scholarship. Release date: June 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LeCroySchol.06.29.07.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:30:00 GMT Eight Dallas-area residents will attend schools in the Dallas County Community College District during the 2007-2008 academic year, thanks to the support of the late Dallas business and civic leader Reece A. Overcash. Release date: June 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Overcash06.21.07.htm Mon, 25 Jun 2007 18:03:00 GMT Celebrating the Fourth of July and the Trinity River Corridor will create a festival atmosphere during the Trinity River Fiesta on the weekend of June 30 and July 1, 2007. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/TrinFiesta06.21.07.htm Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:17:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District students who would like to become teachers and work with elementary school children (fourth-graders, specifically) can add teacher education to their list of options now that officials from both DCCCD and Stephen F. Austin State University have signed a transfer agreement creating a seamless transition for students between the two institutions. Release date: June 29, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/StephenFArtic06.29.07.htm Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:09:00 GMT Clyde Porter, associate vice chancellor of facilities management and planning/district architect for the Dallas County Community College District, has been elected to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects by its Jury of Fellows, based on his notable contributions to the profession of architecture. Release date: March 1, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/PorterAIAFellow03.01.07.htm Thu, 21 Jun 2007 22:35:37 GMT In a June 15, 2007, press release, the Texas Association of Community Colleges responds to Gov. Rick Perry's veto of funding for community colleges. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/TACCRelease.htm Thu, 21 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT For details about the governor’s veto of appropriations for community college employee health insurance and its effects on community colleges — plus responses from higher education leaders and legislators — please visit these links. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/VetoLinks.htm Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:52:00 GMT In a letter to Texas Gov. Rick Perry on June 20, 2007, DCCCD Board of Trustees Chair Jerry Prater and Chancellor Wright L. Lassiter Jr. express their disappointment about the governor’s line-item veto reducing community college funding. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/PerryLetter.htm Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:10:00 GMT DCCCD Chancellor Wright L. Lassiter Jr. shares with the community details about the governor's veto and what measures the district will take in response. June 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/PerryResponse06.21.07.htm Wed, 20 Jun 2007 20:49:00 GMT President Jennifer Wimbish joins higher education leaders nationwide to fight global warming. June 12, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/CVC/Climate+Neutral+06.12.07.htm Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:20:00 GMT Parents who need a little help with summertime fun for their children can find solutions at several campuses in the Dallas County Community College District. Release date: June 1, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/SummerKids.06.01.07.htm Mon, 04 Jun 2007 20:23:00 GMT Archived registration article - 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/FallReg-05-29-07.htm Tue, 29 May 2007 18:33:00 GMT Dr. Sam Germany, professor of music at Cedar Valley College, has been named one of the state’s 15 Minnie Stevens Piper Professors for 2007. Release date: May 24, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/GermanyPiper.05.24.07.htm Fri, 25 May 2007 15:44:00 GMT Eastfield College student Dylan Lewis’ struggles and, most importantly, successes will be recognized when he receives the 2007 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award during a special program on Thursday, June 14, at a local Dallas restaurant. Release date: May 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/KrampSchol.05.21.07.htm Thu, 24 May 2007 18:33:00 GMT Fitch Ratings, based in New York City, has assigned a rating of “F1+” to the $150 million Dallas County Community College District tax-exempt commercial paper notes, series A. Release date: May 22, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/FitchRating.05.22.07.htm Thu, 24 May 2007 15:46:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, will deliver opening remarks during a special higher education seminar presented by BKM Total Office of Texas. During the seminar, BKM also will announce the 2007 recipient of a scholarship they established last year to honor the DCCCD chancellor. Release date: May 17, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/BKMSchol.05.17.07.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:48:00 GMT DCCCD Chancellor William Wenrich submitted a letter to the Board of Trustees announcing his plan to retire from the district, effective Aug. 31, 2003. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ChancellorRetires01.27.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:36:00 GMT The Board of Trustees has begun the search process for the next Chancellor of DCCCD. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ChancellorSearchBegins06.06.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:30:00 GMT Members of the DCCCD board of trustees gave their final approval to hire Dr. Jesus Carreon as DCCCD's fifth chancellor during the group's regular monthly meeting on Tues., June 3. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/CarreonApproved06.03.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:22:00 GMT Diana Flores, a member of the DCCCD board of trustees, recently received the 2003 Meritorious Service Award from the Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/FloresHonor02.14.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:14:00 GMT The District recognizes former students who have made significant contributions in the community and in their professions. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/AlumniHonored04.17.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 15:07:00 GMT DCCCD students now can transfer their associate's degree credit hours to Argosy Univertisy-Dallas if they want to pursue a bachelor's degree in psychology. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ArgosyArticulation04.28.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:51:00 GMT Clyde Porter, assistant vice chancellor of facilities planning and management for DCCCD, was recently honored by the Texas Legislature in April for his work as a public architect. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/PorterArchitect05.01.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:47:00 GMT Dr. Alice Villadsen, president of Brookhaven College, has been elected to serve as a member of the board of directors for the American Association of Community Colleges. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/AACCBHCAdmin05.01.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:44:00 GMT Dr. William Wenrich and Dr. Fela Alfaro will receive the President's Circle of Excellence Award during LULAC's 74th national convention in Orlando, Fla. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/LULACHonors05.29.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:30:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District and the Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Foundation will honor the 2003 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award recipients. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/KrampScholarships06.02.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:17:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District's board of trustees gave their final approval to hire Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon as DCCCD's fifth chancellor http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/CarreonElected06.05.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:12:00 GMT Two respected financial entities, Fitch Ratings and Moody's Investors Service, both have assigned AAA ratings to the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/BondRatings07.03.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:09:00 GMT Dr. Allatia Harris, an administrator with DCCCD, has been appointed to serve on the Associate of Arts in Teaching Committee for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/allatiaHarris07.03.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:05:00 GMT Nine high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex have been named LeCroy Scholars by the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/LeCroyScholars08.06.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 14:00:00 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/MarsSchedule08.06.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:57:47 GMT A five-day period in August will give thousands of Dallas County residents a chance to view the Red Planet in startling detail. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/Mars08.06.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:51:00 GMT Now The Dallas County Community College District is seeking nominations for the 2004 DCCCD Distinguished Alumni Awards program, which recognizes former students who have made significant contributions to the community or their professions. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/DAAwards09.29.03.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:47:00 GMT Representatives of the Dallas County Community College District recently received funds from Follett Higher Education Group Inc. that will be used to provide book loans to DCCCD students who need them. Also: The Board of Nurse Examiners for the state of Texas has announced that the organization will continue full approval status for the Brookhaven College associate degree nursing program. Release date: May 11, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Briefs5.11.07.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 21:06:00 GMT Students at DCCCD will receive twice the benefits thanks to a new agreement that enables them to enroll concurrently at a DCCCD college and Texas Woman's University. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/TWUArticulation10.01.03.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 20:47:00 GMT Every Saturday during the fall season in Texas, many folks pass the pigskin...or at least watch football from the stands. This Saturday, one Dallas-area boss will be bowling for bucks to help his employees earn their degrees and to meet the people who work for him. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/bowling10.29.03.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 20:44:23 GMT When does a withdrawal become a deposit?...When students in the Dallas County Community College District use their campus ATMs to support their programs. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ATMs10.30.03.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 20:41:44 GMT Registration begins soon for May Term and Summer credit courses. Release date: April 4, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/RegistrationBegins04.04.05.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 20:21:00 GMT Be sure to use up the current balance on your copy cards before June 6. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/CopyPayment04.22.06.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 20:18:06 GMT DCCCD is shifting its advertising focus to an image campaign which emphasizes the quality reflected in the academic experience that students receive in a community college classroom. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/ItAllBeginsHere06.23.04.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 19:56:36 GMT Following his death in January 2004, Ellison Miles continues to live on through his legacy. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/EllisonMiles02.12.04.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 19:54:53 GMT The Dallas County Community College District's African American Read-In committee has been working behind the scenes this summer to establish a local version of Boys Booked on Barbershops, a literacy program which is based on a national model that was started in Tampa, Fla. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/Barbershop+Boys08.02.04.htm Wed, 16 May 2007 19:53:07 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, is the recipient of the Dallas Oak Cliff Lions Club 2006-2007 Annual Humanitarian Award. Also: Dr. Steve Mittelstet, president of Richland College, recently received the Terry O’Banion “Innovations” Award. Release date: May 10, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Briefs05.10.07.htm Mon, 14 May 2007 16:49:00 GMT Seven students will be recognized for their service to the community when they receive the Max and Rosa Goldblatt Endowment Awards. April 26, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/commSvcAwards04.26.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Learn about practical applications of sustainable business practices at the 4th Annual Sustainable Dallas Conference on May 10-11, 2001 at Richland College. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2002+News/SustDallasFourth05.10.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT The new Center for Formation in the Community College will help educators, as well as students and staff, renew themselves and continue in their career paths. March 7, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/RenewSpiritOfTeaching03.07.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Thanks to everyone who contributed to Merge 93.3 fm's Hard Drive. Dec. 18, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/MergeHardDrive12.18.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT DCCCD is looking for adjunct faculty to teach part-time at each of our campuses. April 12, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/AdjunctFair04.12.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT DCCCD will be hosting the annual meeting of The League for Innovation in the Community College leadership in late February. Feb 26, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/LeagueInnovation02.26.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Each of the seven college campuses in the Dallas County Community College District has received a Student Support Services grant from the U.S. Department of Education. June 15, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/GrantsRecd06.15.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT DCCCD and the University of Phoenix recently signed an agreement cementing an academic partnership during a brief ceremony at the district’s downtown office. March 19, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/UnivofPhoenix03.19.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT DCCCD seeks to maximize the use of facilities during traditionally under-utilized times, to offer students excellent prices on those courses and to increase access to its programs. Spring 2002 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2002+News/PilotHalfTuitionSpring02.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT DCCCD faculty and administrators were honored at the “Denim and Diamonds” awards ceremony. April 17, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/FacultyAdminHonored04.07.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District board of trustees approved revisions to tuition rates during their June meeting by eliminating registration fees and increasing tuition. July 9, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/NewTuition07.09.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Best-selling author and motivational speaker Stedman Graham will take center stage at the Max and Rosa Goldblatt Endowment Awards. April 26, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/Stedman04.26.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Program honors fourteen outstanding visual arts and music students. April 17, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/StudentConcert04.17.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Members of the DCCCD board of trustees invite Dallas residents to share their thoughts and needs during several community forums. March 7, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/Planning03.07.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:21:00 GMT Thornton was recognized for his contributions as a volunteer in fund raising for DCCCD’s Rising Star Scholarships program, the Dallas Arboretum and the Nature Conservancy. March 19, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/RecogRLThorton03.19.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:01 GMT DCCCD must develop and carry out a redistricting plan with the help of citizens who support and benefit from educational opportunities that the district provides. June 8, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/redistricting06.08.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT During times of trial, Americans find a variety of ways to show their personal strength, dedication and patriotism. The events of Tuesday, September 11, 2001, have become part of this country’s history. September 17, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/Sept11thMemorials011.17.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT View the student winners of the DCCCD Literary Contest 2000-2001 and read their works online. July 20, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/LiteraryContest07.20.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT Cedar Valley College Distance Learning program are part of a team caring for search and rescue dogs used to locate survivors of Tuesday’s terrorist attack on the World Trade Centers. Sept. 18, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/HelpAnimals09.18.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT Seven DCCCD students receive the Max and Rosa Goldblatt Award in Community Service. April 27, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/GoldblattAward04.27.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT Local and national business executives will share their positive, profitable solutions to environmental challenges. May 4, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/SustDallas05.04.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:48:00 GMT The Microsoft Mentor Program offers support for faculty in higher education institutions to develop and enhance their computer usage skills with an emphasis on solving educational problems rather than focusing on features in software tools. July 1999 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1999+News/MVCMicrosoftMentor07.99.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:38:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District Board of Trustees have selected Jeff Binford as DCCCD’s newest trustee, effective December 2001. Dec. 5, 2001 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2001+News/NewTrustee12.05.01.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:38:00 GMT An Electronic Commerce Advisory Committee of area businesspeople and educators has been chosen to evaluate and recommend curriculum to DCCCD. 1999 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1999+News/NewEcommercePanel.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:08:00 GMT TI’s Million Dollar donation completes the funding for Rising Star Scholarship Program’s Southern Sector Pilot. April 28, 1999 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1999+News/TIFundsRisingStar04.28.99.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:08:00 GMT DCCCD signs new articulation agreements with three universities. Nov. 19, 1999 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1999+News/NewArtAgrmts11.19.99.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:08:00 GMT Hundreds of Dallas County Community College District students will cross the stage during commencement ceremonies beginning April 29, 2007, and continuing through May. Release date: April 20, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Grad4.20.07.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:03:00 GMT Not Your Ordinary First Day of School The LeCroy Center for Educational Telecommunications, of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), delivers English 101 course to students in Africa, giving a new meaning to the term “distance learning”. April. 29, 1999 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1999+News/LeCroyAfrica04.29.99.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMT The articulation agreement signed today with DeVry Institute of Technology offers expanded educational opportunities for students enrolled at any DCCCD location. Sept. 17, 1998 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1998+News/DeVry09.17.98.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMT The DCCCD Foundation will help remove financial barriers for students from low income families who want to attend college. Oct. 29, 1998 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1998+News/RisingStar10.29.98.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMT Universities Center at Dallas, established in 1994, will be offering evening and Saturday classes from five area universities and a community college district. 1998 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1998+News/UnivCtr1998.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMT Governors State, a senior-level university, offers you access to a bachelor's degree while you remain at the DCCCD Campus. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/1998+News/GovStateUniv1998.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:58:00 GMT Area businesses looking for great employees are invited use the Dallas County Community College District’s free job listings service to locate and hire successful DCCCD students and alumni. Release date: April 13, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/JobLstSvc04.13.07.htm Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:19:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr., chancellor of DCCCD, shares his thoughts with district students, employees and the community at large about the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech. April 17, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/ChancVirgTech4.17.07.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2007 20:35:00 GMT Officials with the Dallas County Community College District and Langston University (Okla.) have signed an agreement that enables DCCCD students to finish their associate degrees and then transfer seamlessly to Langston University to pursue their bachelor’s degrees. Langston is Oklahoma’s only historically black university. Release date: April 12, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LangstonArtic04.12.07.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2007 20:12:00 GMT Ah, summer ... it’s time for barbecues, swimming pools ... and Summer credit classes! Registration is now underway for all students. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/MaySumReg04.02.07.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2007 19:55:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District students who are interested in health careers can add chiropractic to their list of options now that officials from both DCCCD and Parker College of Chiropractic have signed a transfer agreement creating a seamless transition for students between the two institutions. Release date: March 21, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/ParkerChiroSigning03.21.07.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2007 16:31:00 GMT Representatives from DCCCD are hosting the district’s annual adjunct faculty recruitment fair to find those potential part-time instructors who can share their expertise and their first-hand knowledge with students who want to learn. Event date: March 31, 2007. Release date: March 9, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AdjFair03.09.07.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2007 16:03:00 GMT Dr. Sharon Blackman, president of Brookhaven College, has been appointed to serve as a member of the Commission on Community Colleges, a new project of the College Board’s Center for Innovative Thought, effective February 2007. Release date: March 5, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/BlackmanNamedtoCommission03.05.07.htm Thu, 08 Mar 2007 21:11:00 GMT Legislative news and information is provided in the Legislative Affairs Newsletter. This newsletter is produced by the DCCCD Office of Public and Governmental Affairs. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/eNews/Legislative+Affairs/default.htm Wed, 07 Mar 2007 17:07:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District students will benefit in three ways from a new eight-year bookstore services contract with Follett Higher Education Group Inc., a private company that has operated the district’s campus bookstores since spring 2001. Release date: Feb. 20, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Follett02.20.07.htm Tue, 20 Feb 2007 22:47:00 GMT Observing the 34th anniversary this week of his return to Texas from a POW camp in Vietnam, U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson will share his experiences with students at Richland College and Richland Collegiate High School on Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in room 103 of Sabine Hall. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/JohnsonSpeaks02.16.07.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2007 22:37:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has purchased more than 15 acres of land in south Irving for one of its new community education campuses as part of DCCCD’s current bond program. Release date: February 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/IrvingCampus02.07.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2007 22:22:00 GMT Get fast facts about the history and purpose of this event, contact information and more. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/LlavesFacts02.16.07.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2007 21:17:00 GMT A free, one-day event for Dallas-area high school juniors and seniors, as well as their parents, will offer guidance on filling out college admission and financial aid applications, and provide additional information about preparing to go to college. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Llaves02.16.06.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:50:00 GMT Students who are considering whether to attend the Dallas County Community College District or an area four-year institution can stretch their Pell grants to cover more classes and books at DCCCD than those same funds can buy at the state’s public universities. Release date: Feb. 12, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/PellGrants02.12.07.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2007 16:29:00 GMT The District Internet Publishing Team would like your feedback on the district Web site. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Web+Survey+02.09.07.htm Fri, 09 Feb 2007 15:14:00 GMT Several Dallas County Community College District campuses will host activities in February to celebrate Black History Month. Release date: Feb. 1, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/BlackHistory02.01.07.htm Fri, 02 Feb 2007 20:35:00 GMT C-SPAN2’s Book TV Bus, a 45-foot-long mobile television production studio, will travel to Dallas for the DCCCD read-in as part of a nationwide tour promoting Book TV’s unique nonfiction book programming. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AARIUpdate01.27.07.htm Wed, 31 Jan 2007 17:42:00 GMT Get information about the cable TV/online broadcast of this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AARIBroadcast01.07.htm Wed, 31 Jan 2007 17:14:17 GMT Several new partnerships between DCCCD and other higher education institutions in this area and beyond now provide additional transfer options students can consider. Release date: January 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Artics+01.07.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2007 21:24:00 GMT Read a biography of children's author Christopher Paul Curtis, the special guest at this year's event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/2007AARIGuest01.07.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 16:26:00 GMT Learn about the history of this special, annual event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AARIHistory01.07.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 16:14:00 GMT View fast facts about this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2008+News/AARIFastFacts01.08.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 15:58:00 GMT View fast facts about this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/AARIFastFacts01.07.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 15:58:00 GMT This year, children and books that they love will take center stage during this family-oriented event that will focus on the theme “Light Up Your Life With Reading, Books and Friends!” Event date: Feb. 3, 2007. Release date: January 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Readin01.07.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 15:47:00 GMT Kim Green, associate vice chancellor of business affairs for the Dallas County Community College District, has been named International Outstanding Business Officer for 2006 by the Community College Business Officers Association. Release date: Dec. 14, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Kim+Green+Award+12.14.06.htm Thu, 14 Dec 2006 16:36:00 GMT Ray F. Attner, Brookhaven College business management professor, was selected as a “Piper Professor of 2006” by the Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation of San Antonio for superior teaching at the college level. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2006+News/Ray+Attner+award+05.03.06.htm Sat, 11 Nov 2006 03:01:00 GMT Kitty Boyle, a member of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees and a resident of Irving, marked the beginning of her service as chair of the Association of Community College Trustees during the national organization’s recent annual meeting held in Orlando, Fla., in October. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Boyle+ACCT+11.09.06.htm Thu, 09 Nov 2006 16:39:00 GMT Registration is underway for Spring credit classes. Release date: Nov. 8, 2006. Updated: Jan. 12, 2007 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/Reg+Winter+Spring+11.08.06.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2006 23:31:00 GMT Julia So, director of community development for the Dallas County Community College District and current chair-elect of the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce, has received the National Asian Pacific American Institutional Excellence Award from the Organization of Chinese Americans. Release date: Oct. 20, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/J+So+OCA+Award+10.20.06.htm Thu, 26 Oct 2006 15:39:00 GMT Students attending the Dallas County Community College District can transfer seamlessly to the University of Texas at Dallas or enjoy two-for-one concurrent enrollment now that DCCCD and UTD officials have signed a new dual admissions agreement. Release date: Oct. 25, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/UTD+Artic+10.25.06.htm Wed, 25 Oct 2006 19:55:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will implement a $3-per-semester-credit-hour tuition increase in spring 2007; students will pay $39 per semester credit hour – an amount that continues to place the system among colleges that offer the lowest tuition rates in the state, thanks to the support of taxpayers in DCCCD’s service area. Release date: Oct. 10, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Tuition+10.10.06.htm Wed, 11 Oct 2006 21:38:00 GMT Students in grades six through 12 and their families are invited to attend a special program on Saturday, Oct. 28, where they can learn more about the keys to success through education. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Llaves+10.09.06.htm Wed, 11 Oct 2006 17:21:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has announced the appointment of Edward DesPlas as vice chancellor for business affairs, effective Oct. 1, 2006. DesPlas most recently served as El Centro College’s interim president and previously as the college’s executive vice president. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/VCBA+09.29.06.htm Mon, 02 Oct 2006 15:09:00 GMT Students in the North Lake College Phi Theta Kappa honor society, Alpha Zeta Eta chapter, are petitioning the Irving City Council to recognize Sept. 21 as the city’s official “Day of Peace.” To mark the occasion, the students are proposing that the city adopt the “Pinwheels for Peace” project. Release date: Sept. 13, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/NLC/Peace+Day+09.21.06.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2006 21:59:00 GMT For the seventh year in a row, a student from North Lake College’s Computer Graphics program has won the Dallas Farmer’s Market Calendar competition. Release date: Sept. 8, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/NLC/Farm+Mkt+09.08.06.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2006 21:45:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with several programs at DCCCD’s locations, including exhibits, speakers, musical performances and more. Release date: Sept. 20, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Hisp+Her+09.20.06.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2006 20:18:00 GMT DCCCD and Sam Houston State University in Huntsville signed a transfer agreement Sept. 14, 2006 - including both Web-based learning and on-campus classes, joint admission to both institutions and a reverse transfer agreement - that will give students more options as they pursue their education. Release date: Sept. 19, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Sam+Houston+Artic+09.19.06.htm Tue, 19 Sep 2006 22:25:00 GMT DCCCD will host a design and construction open house for interested metroplex-area builders, construction firms, architects and contractors on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Bond+Open+House+09.15.06.htm Fri, 15 Sep 2006 19:53:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District will celebrate Constitution Day in September with programs, giveaways and entertainment at each of its seven institutions, starting Sept. 13 and ending Sept. 28, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Const.+Day+09.11.06.htm Tue, 12 Sep 2006 16:42:00 GMT DCCCD and Sam Houston State University in Huntsville will sign a transfer agreement Sept. 14, 2006 - including both Web-based learning and on-campus classes, joint admission to both institutions and a reverse transfer agreement - that will give students more options as they pursue their education. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Sam+Houston+Artic+09.08.06.htm Fri, 08 Sep 2006 20:36:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, announced to Garland-area leaders today that responsibility for the development and oversight of the district’s new community education campus in Garland will be assumed by Richland College; that move will enable Eastfield College officials to focus on another community education center planned in Pleasant Grove. Release date: Aug. 31, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/New+Admin+for+Garland+Ctr+08.31.06.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2006 16:39:00 GMT Tony L. Coats II, a resident of Rowlett, was named the first recipient of the Dr. Wright Lassiter Jr. BKM Scholarship during a higher education technology conference held in Dallas on Aug. 17. Release date: Aug. 23, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/BKM+Schol+Winner+08.23.06.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2006 20:37:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, will be honored by BKM Total Office of Texas with a scholarship donation in his name during a special higher education seminar on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/BKM+Schol+07.28.06.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2006 21:58:00 GMT Free and open to the public, two new exhibitions open Feb. 6. "What will befall her?" features large-scale drawings by Fahimeh Vahdat, while the Amy Halko exhibition offers new work in ceramic vessel forms. Release date: Jan. 27, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2006+News/February+Art+Shows+1.27.06.htm Wed, 02 Aug 2006 04:01:00 GMT Four Eastfield students have been chosen for the UTSW Summer Research Program in June. Release date: June 1, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Research+Project+6.1.06.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2006 21:18:00 GMT Do you want to hire great employees? If so, try using the Dallas County Community College District’s free job listings service for area employers, who will benefit by hiring successful DCCCD students and alumni. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Job+Listings+07.27.06.htm Thu, 27 Jul 2006 18:37:00 GMT New Orleans City Council member Oliver M. Thomas Jr. will address New Orleans evacuees in a "State of the City" address followed by a question and answer period. Many community service agencies will attend and provide information. Jan. 18, 6:30-9 p.m. at Brookhaven College's Ellison Miles Geotechnology Institute, Building H. Release date: Jan. 3, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2006+News/O+Thomas+Speaks+1.18.06.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2006 04:01:00 GMT Members of the board of trustees for the Dallas County Community College District, along with elected officials and community representatives, attended a special ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 16, to mark the future location of a new education campus for Pleasant Grove. Release date: Feb. 27, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Pleasant+Grove+Unveiling+02.02.06.htm Mon, 17 Jul 2006 19:15:00 GMT Four Dallas-area residents will attend schools in the Dallas County Community College District during the 2006-2007 academic year, thanks to the support of the late Dallas business and civic leader Reece A. Overcash. Release date: July 14, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Overcash+Schols+07.17.06.htm Mon, 17 Jul 2006 14:43:00 GMT Students in the Dallas County Community College District will have access to another option for study and career advancement with the addition of a new education partner, Texas Southern University. Release date: June 30, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/TSU+agreement+06.30.06.htm Wed, 05 Jul 2006 18:52:00 GMT DCCCD’s expanded and enhanced advertising campaign for 2006 shines the spotlight on successful graduates who share their stories, their accomplishments and their pride in the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Ad+Campaign+07.03.06.htm Mon, 03 Jul 2006 15:53:00 GMT Seven high school and college students from throughout the Dallas metroplex have been named LeCroy Scholars by the Dallas County Community College District Foundation for their outstanding leadership and scholarship. Release date: June 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/LeCroy+Schol+06.23.06.htm Fri, 23 Jun 2006 17:03:00 GMT Retired DCCCD trustee Pattie Powell was recognized by other trustees for her dedication and service when they approved her appointment as the first “trustee emeritus” for DCCCD. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Powell+Named+Trust+Emer+6.12.06.htm Thu, 22 Jun 2006 15:17:00 GMT A fun farce for all ages, "The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood" is a "Monty Python-esque" spoof of the traditional Robin Hood story. On stage Dec. 8-18 at the Arena Theatre at Brookhaven College. Release date: Dec. 5, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Somewhat+True+Tale+12.05.05.htm Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:01:00 GMT Two art exhibitions begin the new year at Brookhaven College School of the Arts galleries. Release date: Dec. 16, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/January+Art+Shows+12.16.05.htm Sat, 17 Jun 2006 04:01:00 GMT Thanks to a $500,000 gift from the John and Lyn Muse family of Dallas, up to 100 survivors of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita will receive scholarship assistance as they pursue academic or workforce education classes. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Muse+fund+06.15.06.htm Thu, 15 Jun 2006 19:15:00 GMT Read details about the Muse Family Katrina Scholars Program – established with a $500,000 gift from the John and Lyn Muse family of Dallas – which will assist up to 100 individuals as they begin to recover and rebuild their lives in Dallas County. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Katrina+Scholars+fact+sheet+06.15.06.htm Thu, 15 Jun 2006 18:54:00 GMT North Lake College student Zuri Garcia recently received the 2006 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award, which was presented during a special program in June and hosted by the Dallas County Community College District Foundation and the Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Foundation. Release date: June 14, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Kramp+scholarship+06.14.06.htm Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:04:00 GMT Dr. Wright Lassiter, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has announced the appointment of Edward DesPlas as interim president of El Centro College. Release date: June 12, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/DCCCD+Trustees+Name+Interim+President+at+El+Centro+06.12.06.htm Wed, 14 Jun 2006 15:16:00 GMT During a special meeting of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees, members unanimously appointed Dr. Wright Lassiter, interim chancellor and former president of El Centro College, as chancellor, effective immediately and continuing through August 2008. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/LassitersStatustoChancellor06-12-06.htm Tue, 13 Jun 2006 22:08:00 GMT Three exhibitions in the Forum gallery and Studio Gallery at Brookhaven College School of the Arts present the work of art department students. Release date: Oct. 21, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Three+Student+Exhibitions+10.21.05.htm Tue, 13 Jun 2006 03:01:00 GMT Want to help your kids make the most of their summer? Then why not sign them up for a DCCCD class or summer camp? http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Summer+Kids+05.30.06.htm Tue, 30 May 2006 22:07:00 GMT Save big bucks on university tuition by earning college credit this summer at DCCCD. Release date: May 30, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Summer+Transient+Reg+05.30.06.htm Tue, 30 May 2006 16:18:00 GMT Registration is underway for fall semester credit courses. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Fall+Registration+05.30.06.htm Tue, 30 May 2006 15:16:00 GMT Dallas County voters recently elected JL Sonny Williams as district 1 representative on the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees. Williams and current board member Charletta Compton, who ran unopposed for DCCCD’s district 7 seat, will be sworn in during the regular monthly meeting of the board on June 6, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/New+Trustees+05.25.06.htm Thu, 25 May 2006 17:15:00 GMT For the second year in a row, the Brookhaven College Lady Bears volleyball team won the National Junior College Athletic Association, NJCAA, Division III national title. Release date: Nov. 16, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Womens+Vball+Champs+11.16.05.htm Fri, 19 May 2006 04:01:00 GMT Identified by the U.S. Department of Labor as one of the top three emerging technology fields, the interest in geospatial technology is growing every year. For the third year, the Ellison Miles Geotechnology Institute is offering informal exhibits and geographic information systems demonstrations in recognition of worldwide GIS Day. Release date: Nov. 18, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/GIS+Day+11.18.05.htm Fri, 19 May 2006 04:01:00 GMT Students in the journalism program at Brookhaven College received awards in 11 categories from the Texas Community College Journalism Association for their exceptional work. The student newspaper, the Brookhaven Courier, has existed since the college opened, and the program won its first awards in 1980. Since that time, the student journalists have won awards at the state and national level. Release date: Nov. 16, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Journalism+Awards+11.16.05.htm Wed, 17 May 2006 04:01:00 GMT Microsoft courses have been part of the curriculum in the Office Technology Department at Brookhaven College for several years, but the college has just become an official Microsoft Office Specialist, MOS, testing site for Microsoft Office 2003 software. The Microsoft Office Specialist is the official Microsoft certification for Microsoft Office programs. Release date: Nov. 16, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/MOS+Cert+11.16.05.htm Wed, 17 May 2006 04:01:00 GMT The Brookhaven College Dancers’ Theatre will entertain audiences with performances featuring students in Brookhaven College School of the Arts dance courses and special guests the Plano Metropolitan Ballet. Release date: Nov. 2, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Dancers+Theatre+11.11.05.htm Thu, 11 May 2006 23:01:00 GMT During a special meeting of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees today, members unanimously appointed Dr. Wright Lassiter, president of El Centro College, as interim chancellor. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Interim+Chancellor+05.08.06.htm Mon, 08 May 2006 16:15:00 GMT Seven campuses, seven graduation ceremonies, thousands of smiling faces ... that’s the picture area parents and family members will see throughout the Dallas County Community College District in May. Release date: May 5, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Graduation+05.05.06.htm Fri, 05 May 2006 20:47:00 GMT Today, during the monthly meeting of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees, Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon formally resigned as chancellor. Release date: May 2, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/DCCCD+Chancellor+Resigns+05.02.06.htm Wed, 03 May 2006 07:00:00 GMT The Brookhaven College School of the Arts presents a classic in American literature with Theatre Brookhaven's production of "To Kill a Mockingbird" Oct. 20-29 in the Arena Theatre, an intimate venue for a powerful portrayal of love, hatred and prejudice in the rural South. Release date: Sept. 21, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Mockingbird+9.21.05.htm Sun, 30 Apr 2006 03:01:00 GMT Barron Storey has a passion for illustration and for educating the next generation of artists, which he will share through his exhibition and two-day workshop. Release date: Sept. 30, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Barron+Storey+9.30.05.htm Sat, 29 Apr 2006 03:01:00 GMT National accreditation of Brookhaven College’s Nursing Program is the recommendation according to announcements made Oct. 20 by members of the site visiting team from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., during their exit briefing conducted in the college’s Nursing Skills Lab. Release date: Oct. 24, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/AD+Nursing+Program+National+Accreditation+10.24.05.htm Tue, 25 Apr 2006 03:01:00 GMT Richland College, the first community college in the United States to receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, accepted the nation’s highest presidential honor for quality and organizational excellence on April 19 at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. Release date: April 19, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Richland+College+Accepts+2005+Malcolm+Baldrige+National+Quality+Award+04.19.06.htm Mon, 24 Apr 2006 16:32:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College Libraries have adopted two community colleges in Louisiana to help rebuild their library collections after the damage done by the hurricanes. Release date: April 17, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/CC+Libraries+Katrina+Relief+04.17.06.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2006 18:53:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has set its sites on finding more than a few good instructors. The district is looking for a large pool of qualified part-time faculty members. Event date: April 22, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Adj+Fac+Fair+04.12.06.htm Thu, 13 Apr 2006 15:24:00 GMT Registration is underway for May Term and Summer credit courses. Release date: April 4, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/May+Summer+Registration+04.04.06.htm Mon, 03 Apr 2006 15:53:00 GMT View a list of the 2006 recipients of the Alice Berding Jones Awards in Music, Cecil Wallace Fordham Awards in Visual Arts, and Eleanor Jones Award in Creative Writing, and learn more about their talents. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Creative+Scholarship+Recipients+03.27.06.htm Thu, 30 Mar 2006 23:30:00 GMT Fifteen DCCCD students will be honored for their artistic talents on Friday, April 7, 2006, during a special program at El Centro College. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/BFJones+Scholarships+03.27.06.htm Thu, 30 Mar 2006 23:05:00 GMT Seven students from the Dallas County Community College District will be recognized for their efforts when they receive the Max and Rosa Goldblatt Endowment Awards in Community Service on Friday, March 31, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Goldblatt+Scholarship+Recipients+03.30.06.htm Thu, 30 Mar 2006 22:06:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District Foundation – through the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce – is offering seven scholarships that are available for area high school seniors. Release date: March 27, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Chamber+Scholarships+03.27.06.htm Tue, 28 Mar 2006 22:06:00 GMT The North Lake College men’s basketball team defeated Gloucester County College (NJ) on March 18 to win the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCCA) Division III championship - March 18, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/NLC/North+Lake+College+Basketball+Team+Wins+National+Title.htm Wed, 22 Mar 2006 22:27:00 GMT Sixteen students from the Dallas County Community College District will join more than 300 students from across Texas for a three-day, on-site visit to NASA’s Johnson Space Center to learn more about careers in science and engineering March 23-25. Release date: March 16, 2006 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/NASA+Program+03.16.06.htm Wed, 22 Mar 2006 16:21:00 GMT The Studio and Forum galleries at Brookhaven College will feature ceramic sculpture from Margaret Meehan and the works of Brookhaven College School of the Arts faculty members Oct. 3-26. Release date: Sept. 15, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Galleries+Showing+Meehan+9.15.05.htm Thu, 16 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT The Mesquite Symphony Orchestra and the Brookhaven College School of the Arts Choral Society perform together a program titled "Myths and Legends," works of varied styles composed by "legends" of many eras. Release date: Sept. 14, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Legends+Concert+9.14.05.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT Quality, compassionate health care delivery is of high importance to patients. The Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce and Brookhaven College's Corporate and Continuing Education Division present "Emotional Intelligence and Its Impact: In Hiring, Retention, Regulation, and Performance in the Healthcare Industry," a free seminar about hiring people who have the qualities to serve others with compassion and skill. Release date: Sept. 14, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/HR+Seminar+9.14.05.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT Hispanic leaders in community college education will gather in Dallas for their 10th annual national leadership symposium, titled “Leaders Who Bridge Access to Success.” The Dallas County Community College system is the host college; Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, chancellor for the DCCC system, is the opening speaker; and Brookhaven College is a sponsor for the event. Release date: Sept. 14, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/NCCHC+Leadership+Symposium+9.14.05.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT The semi-annual Career Fair at Brookhaven College provides opportunities for students and community members to speak directly to more than 60 employers who are seeking to fill both full- and part-time positions. Release date: Sept. 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Career+Fair+9.15.05.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT Featuring local area performers, the recital series at Brookhaven College returns for the fall semester. The weekly recital series offers opportunities for students and the public to enjoy free performances by professional musicians at small concerts on the Brookhaven College main campus. Release date: Sept. 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Recital+Series+9.6.05.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2006 03:01:00 GMT More than 2,000 faculty, staff and administrators attended a special 40th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006, which was held at the Garland Independent School District's Special Events Center. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Conf+Day+Wrap+Up+03.02.06.htm Thu, 02 Mar 2006 23:24:00 GMT Throughout 2006 and 2007, as DCCCD celebrates its 40th anniversary, the district continues to enrich lives and build community. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2007+News/DCCCD+40th+02.28.06.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2006 15:43:00 GMT New exhibitions open at the Forum and Studio galleries of the Brookhaven College School of the Arts. Featured are works of San Antonio sculptor Danville Chadbourne and prints by Lynwood Kreneck, professor emeritus of art at Texas Tech University. Free and open to the public. Aug. 22-Sept. 30, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Gallery+Shows+8.18.05.htm Sun, 19 Feb 2006 03:01:00 GMT Members of the Southern Dallas County Educational Consortium will welcome national education leader Marva Collins and several other noted experts during the organization's second biennial education summit Friday, Feb. 10, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Education+Summit+02.10.06.htm Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:42:00 GMT New degree and training opportunities at Brookhaven College provide students the potential to find a challenging job that pays well working in one of the top emerging fields - geographic information systems. Beginning January 2006, the Geospatial Technology Program will include both credit and noncredit courses for newcomers to the field and experienced professionals needing to learn new software skills with courses. Release date: July 28, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Top+Tech+Degree+Added+7.28.05.htm Sun, 29 Jan 2006 03:01:00 GMT The Parent/Child Study Center at Brookhaven College received its accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The center has been accredited since 1990, and now has accreditation through May 31, 2010. NAEYC accreditation holds centers to national standards of quality more rigorous than state licensing requirements in areas of teacher education, health and safety, child-to-teacher ratios and program curriculum. Release date: July 26, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Top-notch+Child-care+7.26.05.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2006 03:01:00 GMT Learn about the history of this special, annual event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+History+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 23:14:00 GMT See a complete list of sponsors and partners for this special event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+Sponsors+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 23:04:00 GMT Get information about Avery Brooks and Johnny Wimbrey, special guests at this year's Read-In. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+Special+Guests+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 22:54:00 GMT Read about the highlights of the program and the featured performers and readers at this special event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+Program+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 22:14:00 GMT View fast facts about this special DCCCD event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+Fast+Facts+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 21:51:00 GMT The 2006 DCCCD African-American Read-In will celebrate the joys of reading and the legacy of Ossie Davis through presentations and a locally written production titled “A Prince Came Out of Egypt: A Tribute to Ossie Davis.” The event will be held Saturday, Feb. 4, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Majestic Theatre in Dallas. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/AARI+01.18.06.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2006 20:30:00 GMT A free, one-day event for Dallas-area high school juniors and seniors, as well as their parents, will help students obtain the key to education during Las Llaves del Exito on Saturday, Feb. 11, at Richland College in Dallas. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Las+Llaves+01.16.05.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2006 16:56:00 GMT The District Web Design Team wants feedback on the district Web site. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2006+News/Web+Survey+01.06.2006.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2006 23:10:00 GMT Three choirs are joining voices to celebrate the 20th anniversary of John Rutter’s “Requiem,” at the Lovers Lane United Methodist Church where the piece premiered and to sing Maurice Duruflé’s “Requiem.” Release date: April 8, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Requiems+04.08.05.htm Sun, 01 Jan 2006 04:59:00 GMT Read the Dec. 21 update from DCCC Chancellor Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon on the system's efforts to assist victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Dec+21+Update.htm Wed, 21 Dec 2005 17:23:00 GMT DCCCD Newsbriefs. Release date: Dec. 14, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Newsbriefs+12.14.05.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2005 17:54:00 GMT Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has named Denys Santos Blell as DCCCD’s new vice chancellor for human and organizational development, effective Feb. 1, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/HR+VC+named+12.14.05.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2005 16:59:00 GMT Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has announced the appointment of Justin Lonon as DCCCD’s first executive director for public and governmental affairs. Release date: Dec. 9, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Justin+Lonon+12.09.05.htm Tue, 13 Dec 2005 21:38:00 GMT Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, announced the appointment of Carol Ann Brown as the new president of Eastfield College, following approval by the DCCCD board of trustees during its monthly meeting on Dec. 6. Brown, who currently serves as president of Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, Wis., begins her tenure at EFC on Feb. 1, 2006. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/EFC+President+Named+12.07.05.htm Wed, 07 Dec 2005 19:35:00 GMT Did you know that all DCCCD credit students can get a free Student NetMail e-mail address? You need to have a valid e-mail address on file in your student record to get access to eConnect, and you can use a Student NetMail account for this purpose. You can also use your Student NetMail address to communicate with instructors or classmates, or do anything else you would do with any other e-mail account. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/NetMail+Promo+12.06.05.htm Tue, 06 Dec 2005 21:40:00 GMT The Texas Supreme Court reversed a ruling of the state’s Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case DCCCD et al v. Bolton et al, favoring the Dallas County Community College District and denying the plaintiffs any compensation from the original $12 million judgment handed down by the lower courts. Release date: Dec. 2, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Texas+Sup+Ct+12.02.05.htm Fri, 02 Dec 2005 21:32:00 GMT Read past news releases from Richland Colllege. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Richland+News+Archive/default.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2005 16:57:38 GMT Richland College, one of seven institutions in the Dallas County Community College District, is one of six national recipients of the 2005 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation’s highest presidential honor for quality and organizational excellence. Release date: Nov. 22, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Baldrige+Award+Goes+to+Richland+College+11.22.05.htm Tue, 22 Nov 2005 22:28:00 GMT Ready to take credit classes during DCCC's Spring term? Then it's time to register! Release date: Nov. 2, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Reg+Winter+Spring+Terms+11.02.05.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2005 16:25:00 GMT At the Bilingual Job Fair, more than 20 different companies will be looking for qualified candidates for bilingual and nonbilingual positions. At the Brookhaven College East Center 1, July 27 from 9 a.m.-noon. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Bilingual+Career+Fair+06.18.05.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2005 03:01:00 GMT eSchedule, the downloadable, electronic version of DCCC's print catalogs and credit course schedules, has been replaced by a new, Web-based service to serve you better. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/eSchedule+replaced+10.26.05.htm Wed, 26 Oct 2005 19:09:00 GMT Students and teachers from seven area high schools were presented with Pyramid Awards on March 28, 2005, at the annual Evening of Excellence at Brookhaven College. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/HS+Achievers+04.03.05.htm Thu, 13 Oct 2005 04:49:00 GMT Eastfield College, one of the seven Dallas County Community Colleges, will celebrate the dedication of its new Science Building Feb. 9 from 2-4 p.m. Release date: Jan. 19, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Eastfield+College+Celebrates+New+Science+Building+1.19.05.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2005 20:01:00 GMT Read archived news releases from Eastfield College. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/default.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2005 15:32:00 GMT Eastfield College is one of only of four community colleges that have been awarded four-year, $1,424,025 Science Talent Expansion Program (STEP) Grants from the National Science Foundation. Release date: Oct. 4, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Eastfield+Receives+Large+Grant+From+National+Science+Foundation+10.04.05.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2005 18:33:00 GMT DCCC Chancellor Jesus "Jess" Carreon notes that he will continue to send occasional updates on Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita relief efforts as information becomes available. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Oct+4+chancellors+note.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2005 18:11:00 GMT Eastfield will host an afternoon about the life and times of Miguel Cervantes Oct. 12, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Tribute+To+Cervantes+10.12.05.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2005 15:21:00 GMT Celebrity worship, backstage maneuverings and mistaken identities combine in this hilarious comedy of one man’s rise to the top of the professional opera world. Release date: July 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Lend+Me+a+Tenor+7.6.05.htm Sun, 02 Oct 2005 03:01:00 GMT The Dancers' Theatre of Brookhaven College School of the Arts will entertain audiences in the college's International Courtyard with performances featuring students and special guests. For release through July 30, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Dance+Festival+7.29.05.htm Sat, 01 Oct 2005 03:01:00 GMT The national “Lessons for Leno” tour, which highlights different aspects of community colleges and their prominent place in higher education, will stop in Dallas on Friday, Sept 23, to share that message during the National Community College Hispanic Council’s annual leadership conference. Release date: Sept. 21, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Lessons+for+Leno+09.21.05.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2005 22:28:00 GMT This fact sheet highlights details of the "Lessons for Leno" tour. Release date: Sept. 21, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Leno+Fact+Sheet+09.21.05.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2005 21:54:00 GMT Read the Sept. 19, 2005, update from DCCC Chancellor Jesus "Jess" Carreon on Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Sept.+19+Update.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2005 21:26:36 GMT Read the Sept. 26, 2005, update from DCCC Chancellor Jesus "Jess" Carreon on Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita relief efforts. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Sept.+26+Update.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2005 21:26:00 GMT Parents looking for summertime activities for children can find fun and educational courses for their little ones at the Arts Academy of the Brookhaven College School of the Arts. Take a music course together! Courses are available for children newborns through age 7. March 22, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Kid+Courses+03.22.05.htm Fri, 16 Sep 2005 03:01:00 GMT DCCC Chancellor Jesus "Jess" Carreon updates the DCCC community on hurricane relief efforts. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Sept.+6+Update.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 21:38:00 GMT Latest update from DCCC Chancellor Jesus "Jess" Carreon on Hurricane Katrina relief efforts http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Sept.+12+Update.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 21:37:00 GMT DCCC staff who will be participating in Hurricane Katrina response teams should be aware of the recommendations for immunization. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/Immunizations+for+Response+Teams.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 20:38:00 GMT Read the press releases DCCC has sent to the news media about our efforts to help displaced students and others affected by the hurricane. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/News+Releases.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 19:27:00 GMT Find information for those displaced by hurricanes Katrina and Rita, read updates about DCCC's efforts to help, see the latest news releases and more. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Hurricane+Updates/default.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 18:49:00 GMT Each of the Dallas County Community Colleges will celebrate Constitution Day during September with a number of programs and activities. Release date: Sept. 12, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Constitution+Day+09.12.05.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2005 16:14:00 GMT All campuses and locations of the Dallas County Community Colleges continue their efforts to help displaced students and evacuees of Hurricane Katrina. Release date: Sept. 9, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Colleges+Pitch+In+09.09.05.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2005 19:31:00 GMT Area colleges and universities – in partnership with the Dallas County Community Colleges, the Dallas Independent School District and several community-based organizations – want to share "the keys to success" with students and their families, particularly Latino/Hispanic members, during a special program on Saturday, Oct. 8. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Las+Llaves+09.01.05.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2005 15:50:00 GMT College students who are fleeing the ravages of Hurricane Katrina will be welcomed by the Dallas County Community Colleges to attend classes this fall. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Helps+Displaced+Students.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2005 16:17:00 GMT Six high school and college students – more than half from Garland and Mesquite – have been named LeCroy Scholars by the Dallas County Community Colleges Foundation for their outstanding leadership and scholarship. Release date: Aug. 22, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/LeCroy+Scholarships+08.22.05.htm Fri, 26 Aug 2005 16:55:00 GMT Area business owners can get help and advice about loans during a free program on Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Bill Priest Institute (room 1530B), located at 1402 Corinth St. in Dallas. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/SBA+event+08.17.05.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2005 17:01:00 GMT Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community Colleges, has announced the appointment of Dr. Andrew Jones as the system’s new vice chancellor for educational affairs. Jones, who will begin work on Aug. 15, 2005, for DCCC, has served as president of the Community College of Baltimore – Catonsville since 1999. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/New+Vice+Chan+Edu+Affairs+07.29.05.htm Fri, 29 Jul 2005 20:17:00 GMT Members of the National Community College Hispanic Council will have a taste of Texas when they arrive in Dallas to attend the organization’s national leadership symposium, scheduled Sept. 22-24 at the Westin Dallas City Center. Dallas County Community Colleges will serve as host to visitors from across the United States. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Welcomes+NCCHC+to+Dallas+for+National+Symposium+07.05.htm Fri, 29 Jul 2005 19:45:00 GMT Link to Mountain View College news page http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/MVC/default.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2005 20:08:00 GMT Link to El Centro College news page http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/ECC/default.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2005 19:56:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District has signed a contract with Mason Tillman Associates Ltd. to conduct a disparity study that will help DCCCD determine whether minority and women-owned businesses in the Dallas area have equal access to the system’s construction, architectural and engineering contracts. Release date: July 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Disparity+study+07.06.05.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2005 15:04:00 GMT Doris Wilson of El Centro College and Dr. Ken Alfers of Mountain View College were two of only 15 faculty from across the state who were designated as Piper Professors. The award recognizes well-rounded faculty members who are devoted to their profession and who have had a special impact on students and the community. Release date: July 1, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Piper+Profs+07.01.05.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2005 21:53:00 GMT DCCC students who take the same class three or more times now will pay an additional tuition charge. Release date: June 20, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/The+Third+Time+Around+Costs+More+06.20.05.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2005 20:01:00 GMT Bring a brown bag and enjoy an afternoon concert at the Brookhaven College School of the Arts, June 20 at 12:15 p.m. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/concert+06.01.05.htm Fri, 17 Jun 2005 00:59:58 GMT Sara Hays and Julius Ejiofor are recipients of the 2005 Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Scholarship Award, which was presented during a special program in June. Release date: June 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Students+Honored+for+Overcoming+Hardships+06.06.05.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2005 22:29:00 GMT Members of the board of trustees for the Dallas County Community College District unanimously approved the purchase of 35.8 acres of land in Coppell where the system will build a new education campus. The facility – which will be named the North Lake College-North Campus – is one of five education centers in DCCC’s current bond program. Release date: June 7, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCCD+Trustees+Approve+Purchase+of+Land+for+Coppell+Education+Campus+06.07.05.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2005 22:10:00 GMT DCCC Chancellor Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon appointed Dr. Sharon Blackman as the new president of Brookhaven College effective Aug. 1, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Dr.+Sharon+Blackman+Appointed+President+of+Brookhaven+College.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2005 20:14:00 GMT Come experience the joy of learning after age 55 with Richland College's Emeritus Program. Find out about the exciting lineup for fall classes at the fall Back-to-School Kickoff on July 11, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Richland+News+Archive/2005+News/Emeritus+Program+Fall+Kickoff+06.02.05.htm Fri, 03 Jun 2005 17:06:00 GMT Registration begins soon for fall semester credit courses. Release date: May 27, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Fall+Registration+05.27.05.htm Fri, 27 May 2005 18:02:00 GMT Paula Spivey, coordinator of DCCC's diversity business program, was honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration as the region’s Minority Small Business Champion of the Year. Release date: May 20, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Staff+Member+Wins+Award+05.20.05.htm Wed, 25 May 2005 20:49:00 GMT Finding activities for children can be a challenge for any parent, but those who are resourceful know that community colleges have a lot to offer. Along with athletic and academic programs, Brookhaven College has created an Arts Academy that has courses just for kids. Release date: May 25, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/ArtsAcad+for+Kids+05.24.05.htm Tue, 24 May 2005 22:28:00 GMT Seven students recently received top honors from the Dallas County Community Colleges for their service and exemplary leadership in 2004-2005. Release date: May 18, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Student+Leaders+Honored+5.18.05.htm Thu, 19 May 2005 20:13:00 GMT From basketball, to skiing, from NASCAR to the Kentucky Derby, sports are big business in the United States and around the world. Students who want to be a part of the sports industry have a unique opportunity with the certificate programs in the Corporate and Continuing Education Division’s Sports Institute. Release date: May 6, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/New+Sports+Programs+05.06.05.htm Fri, 13 May 2005 00:21:00 GMT Big Bend National Park becomes the classroom for a biology course at Brookhaven College. Each May, for the past 26 years, Phil Shelp, professor of biology, has taken students in an Introduction to Botany course on a week-long field trip through the park. Release date: May 12, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Big+Bend+Botany+05.12.05.htm Thu, 12 May 2005 22:55:00 GMT Earn from three to eight hours of transferable credit in Spanish! Live and study at the Spanish Language Institute in Cuernavaca, Mexico, May 27-June 25, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Spanish+in+Cuernavaca+05.12.05.htm Thu, 12 May 2005 22:55:00 GMT Tour the great literary sites of Britain, from Wordsworth’s home to Stonehenge, as part of the literary tour offered through the International Study program at Brookhaven College. Aug. 3-15, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/British+Literature+05.12.05.htm Thu, 12 May 2005 22:23:00 GMT Make the most of summer. Hit the road, for academic credit or personal enrichment. Release date: May 12, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Field+Study+05.12.05.htm Thu, 12 May 2005 22:06:00 GMT Members of the board of trustees for Dallas County Community Colleges unanimously approved the purchase of 20.17 acres in Garland where the system will build a new education center. The facility is one of five education centers in DCCC's current bond program. Release date: May 3, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Trustees+Approve+Purchase+of+Land+for+Garland+Education+Center+05.03.05.htm Wed, 04 May 2005 21:00:00 GMT Moisés Kaufman and members of New York’s Tectonic Theater Project created “The Laramie Project” as a dramatized documentary to explore reactions to the 1998 murder of gay univeristy student Matthew Shephard. Brookhaven College administration urges theater goers to be aware that “The Laramie Project” contains strong language and adult subject matter, which may be offensive to and unsuitable for some audience members. Release date: May 5, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Laramie+Project+5.5.05.htm Fri, 29 Apr 2005 18:24:00 GMT Commencement exercises are just around the corner for the seven Dallas County Community Colleges. Release date: April 26, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Graduation+Ceremonies+Begin+May+1+04.26.05.htm Fri, 29 Apr 2005 15:50:00 GMT “The Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright,” by Charles McAdams, professor of humanities at Brookhaven College, examines the contribution of one of America’s most famous and creative architects. April 5, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Communications+Lectures+4.5.05.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2005 01:41:00 GMT A dedicated group of 15 Dallas County Community College students will be recognized for their talent and skills by the DCCC Foundation on Friday, April 8, during a special program that will showcase each student’s gift. Release date: March 29, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Foundation+Awards+03.29.05.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2005 16:00:00 GMT The “best of the best ” – or the brightest stars representing professional support staff members of the Dallas County Community Colleges – were recognized during a spring ceremony recently. Release date: March 31, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Staff+Awards+Announced+03.31.05.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2005 15:48:00 GMT The system office of marketing and communications for Dallas County Community Colleges has earned several national honors for its recent marketing efforts. Release date: March 31, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/DCCC+Earns+Honors+in+Marketing+03.31.05.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2005 15:39:00 GMT A winner at the 2005 GRAMMY Awards, David Russell is world renowned for his superb musicianship and artistry, earning the highest praise from audiences and critics alike. April 14, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/David+Russell+04.14.05.htm Fri, 01 Apr 2005 21:12:00 GMT They study, they write; they sing, paint and sculpt. They also have jobs, commute and face the challenges of daily life. Each year the DCCCD Foundation recognizes select students for their talent and skills with awards and scholarships. March 26, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Berding+Fordham+03.26.05.htm Thu, 31 Mar 2005 23:00:08 GMT Brookhaven College will benefit from a matching grant awarded by the Meadows Foundation to Head Start of Greater Dallas. - Nov. 3, 2004. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHC+Meadows+grant+11.03.04.htm Thu, 31 Mar 2005 22:14:26 GMT With performances featuring students, as well as special guests, the Brookhaven College Dancers’ Theatre will entertain audiences April 15-17. Release date: March 30, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Dancers+Theatre+03.23.05.htm Mon, 28 Mar 2005 22:02:00 GMT Businesses will be looking for both full- and part-time new employees at the spring Career Fair at Brookhaven College, April 7, 2005, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Services Center, Building S lobby. Visitors are encouraged to bring copies of their resumes and be prepared to speak to employers at the event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Career+Fair+03.16.05.htm Wed, 16 Mar 2005 21:48:00 GMT From Galveston to North Padre Island then inland to Sea World in San Antonio, former Navy oceanographer and Naval Academy instructor Durward Mommsen leads students in hands-on learning. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Oceanography+03.16.05.htm Wed, 16 Mar 2005 21:38:00 GMT Take time for yourself with a Swedish massage. Richland College's Massage Therapy Center offers affordable massages by student therapists. A one-hour session only costs $25. Release date: March 9, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Richland+News+Archive/2005+News/Swedish+Massages+03.09.05.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2005 19:00:00 GMT El Centro faculty members Gus Katsigris and Jimmie Henslee present a two-week excursion to Greece in May 2005. Release date: Feb. 14, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/Trip+to+Greece+Makes+Summer+Fun+02.14.05.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2005 22:31:00 GMT Girard Polite, professor of visual communications at Brookhaven College, brings his photos and digital images to the Atrium Gallery at Brookhaven College. Feb. 21-March 25, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Senegal+Photos+02.21.05.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2005 17:03:00 GMT Tapping into its natural resources, the Brookhaven College Communications Division is offering a new lecture series. Ed Garcia, published poet and professor of English at Brookhaven College, is the first speaker in the series. He'll discuss "Why We Write" March 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Building B, Room B304. March 9, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Communications+Lectures+3.09.05.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:59:00 GMT The annual “Festival of Bells” gathers regional choirs for two full days of ringing at Brookhaven College. March 19 and April 9, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Festival+of+Bells+03.19.05.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:58:20 GMT The Quaternaglia Guitar Quartet is a strong international presence for artistic quality and performs an outstanding repertoire for four guitars. Feb. 18, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/BHC+BCSA+Quaternaglia+02.18.05.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:51:01 GMT The “best of the best” – or the brightest stars representing employees of the Dallas County Community Colleges – were recognized during a spring ceremony held at the Dallas Apparel Mart recently. Release date: March 1, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/College+Faculty+and+Administrators+Honored+03.01.05.htm Tue, 01 Mar 2005 19:05:00 GMT Richland College evening classes will have a later start time this summer for your convenience. April 5, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/RLC/Richland+News+Archive/2005+News/Later+start+time+for+summer+evening+classes+04.5.05.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2005 21:12:00 GMT Canadian performer Dale Kavanagh is both “a technical virtuoso and an insightful interpreter of contemporary guitar repertoire.” March 11, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Dale+Kavanagh+02.25.05.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2005 21:12:00 GMT Powerful, true story in a new adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, directed by Darise Error. March 3-13, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/Diary+of+Anne+Frank+news+02.25.05.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2005 20:52:00 GMT Spend quality time with your children. Take a music course together! Feb. 17, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/BHC+Arts+Acad+Musikgarten+02.17.05.htm Fri, 04 Feb 2005 19:44:00 GMT Jazz up January. Diane Schuur, GRAMMY-winning jazz vocalist, in concert presented by Brookhaven College School of the Arts. Jan. 22, 2005. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2005+News/BHC+BCSA+Schuur+01.22.05.htm Fri, 04 Feb 2005 19:25:00 GMT Eastfield College is hosting an African-American Read-In on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005, from 11:28 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the college's new S Building, Room 100. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/EFC/Eastfield+News+Archive/Eastfield+College+needs+participants+for+African+American+Read-In.htm Fri, 21 Jan 2005 17:28:00 GMT Dallas County Community Colleges help students build a solid foundation in higher education, including Rising Star participants. Now Texas Woman’s University is building a bridge for transfer students from DCCCD to TWU through a new program, the TWU Dream Come True Scholarship. Jan. 19, 2005 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2005+News/New+Scholarship+Builds+Bridge+for+Rising+Star+Students+01.19.05.htm Wed, 19 Jan 2005 21:24:00 GMT “From the Top” Brings Young Performers to Brookhaven College. Aug. 28, 2004 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHCFrom+the+Top082804.htm Wed, 22 Dec 2004 17:38:00 GMT Series of recitals feature gifted local performers. Sept. 9, 2004 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHC+Fall+Recitals+09.09.04.htm Wed, 22 Dec 2004 17:32:00 GMT After nearly 36 years of teaching and service in higher education, seven of those years leading Brookhaven College with great success, Dr. Alice W. Villadsen, Ph.D., looks forward to retirement. Nov. 18, 2004 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHC+Dr+V+retires+11.18.04.htm Mon, 20 Dec 2004 02:49:00 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/Relocation12.09.04.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2004 17:19:00 GMT Dallas County Community Colleges will invest in the future of south Dallas by centralizing its administrative/system offices in new facilities at 1300 Corinth St. over the next two years. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/SystemOperations12.08.04.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2004 17:02:00 GMT Brookhaven College Lady Bears volleyball team sweeps national championship. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHC+Vball+Champs+11.14.04.htm Wed, 08 Dec 2004 16:34:00 GMT Agatha Christie's “The Mousetrap” presented by Brookhaven College School of the Arts and Theatre Brookhaven Dec. 2-12, 2004. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/2004+News/BHC+TheMousetrap+11.28.04.htm Mon, 06 Dec 2004 20:49:00 GMT The News-Register, North Lake College’s campus newspaper, was one of 25 college newspapers across the nation to receive the coveted Pacemaker Award from the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) - Nov. 15, 2004 http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/NLC/North+Lake+College+Newspaper+Wins+National+Recognition+11.15.04.htm Mon, 22 Nov 2004 22:53:00 GMT *** Please note: This is an archived registration page from 2004/2005. *** Ready to take credit classes during DCCCD's winter or spring term? Then it's time to rev up for registration. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/RegistrationBegins10.26.04.htm Tue, 26 Oct 2004 21:29:00 GMT With this designation, students at those colleges can take every course in the wide-ranging "PBS Campus" service and receive college credit, regardless of where they live. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/PBSCampus10.30.03.htm Fri, 15 Oct 2004 18:43:00 GMT The new eSchedule planner provides users with the DCCCD catalog, class schedules and online tools to organize information and prepare to register for classes. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/eScheduleplanner11.11.03.htm Fri, 15 Oct 2004 18:34:00 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/BHC/Brookhaven+News+Archive/default.htm Mon, 11 Oct 2004 16:26:12 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/ConsultaLaComunidad01.15.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 19:28:00 GMT The Fifth Annual African American Read-In will bring reading, family, community, history and relationships together on Sun., Feb. 8, when the program will feature current and former community leaders, celebrities, authors and literacy champions at the Majestic Theatre from 3 to 5 p.m. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/5thAARI01.16.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 19:05:00 GMT A lucky group of travelers will have a chance to take a sneak peak at those preparations during a two-week tour in May co-sponsored by two faculty members - Gus Katsigris and Jimmie Henslee - of El Centro College, which is part of the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/OlympicPrep01.26.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 18:50:00 GMT Area residents are invited to DCCCD's fifth annual citywide African American Read-In on Sun., Feb. 8, to learn more about the African Diaspora through a commissioned work titled AncesTREE: African Roots, American Branches. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/AfAmReadin02.05.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 18:44:00 GMT Be a tekkie! Better yet…be a part of the solution in the high tech work force, earn more money and start a career by attending a special program presented by the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/TechExpo02.10.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 18:41:00 GMT Each year, the Cecil Wallace Fordham Memorial Award in Visual Arts, the Alice Jones Berding Memorial Award in Music and the Eleanor Jones Award in Creative Writing are given to students from DCCCD's seven colleges who excel in art, music and creative writing. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/FoundationAwardsArt03.10.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 18:19:00 GMT Each of the seven campuses in the Dallas County Community College District will serve as early voting sites for the joint election scheduled on Sat., May 15. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/EarlyVotingSites04.19.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:57:00 GMT The "best of the best," representing employees of the Dallas County Community College District, were recognized during a spring ceremony at Fair Park recently. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/FacultyAdminHonored04.22.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:50:00 GMT Following a national search for the next president of Mountain View College, the names of three finalists have been announced by Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/MVCPresFinalists05.04.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:45:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District is teaming up with the office of Congressman Martin Frost to present a one-day program to make students and parents more aware of programs that can make college more affordable. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/CongFrost05.10.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:40:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District students can pursue a bachelor's degree at the University of North Texas Dallas Campus, taking that next step toward success, through the newly-established JPMorgan Chase "Complete the Dream" Scholarship. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/RisingStars05.14.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:36:00 GMT Dallas County voters overwhelming approved a multi-million-dollar bond package for the Dallas County Community College District on May 15, and two new trustees were elected. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/BondElectionApproved03.21.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:31:00 GMT Most Americans have seen war on television; Djurdjijana Bura has lived it. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/WarStudent05.21.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:27:00 GMT Magdaleno will receive the Congressional Award Gold Medal on June 23 in Washington, D.C., which honors young Americans who excel in achievement, initiative and service; http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/CongressionalAward05.21.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:20:00 GMT Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon, chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District, has announced the appointment of Felix A. Zamora as the new president of Mountain View College, effective July 1. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/NewPresMVC06.08.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 16:11:00 GMT Six Dallas-area residents will attend schools in the Dallas County Community College District during the 2004-2005 academic year, thanks to the support of the late Dallas business and civic leader Reece A. Overcash. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/OvercashScholarships07.01.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 15:07:00 GMT Dallas oil magnate and World War II pilot Ellison Miles had achieved national recognition as one of the leading contributors of community colleges through his multi-million-dollar contributions to the Dallas County College District Foundation. Sadly, the foundation now will bid farewell to its biggest benefactor and long-time friend following his death last week. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2004+News/EllisonMilesPassAway01.15.04.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 14:40:00 GMT Taxpayers - as well as members of the business community - are invited to a presentation by DCCCD's chancellor, Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon, and a discussion during a "Conversation with the Community" scheduled four times in January at various locations throughout the county. http://www.dcccd.edu/NR/exeres/C9191BD4-4AEE-428C-93C3-FF785B6DCA6E.htm Thu, 07 Oct 2004 14:23:00 GMT Seven students from throughout the Dallas County Community College District were recognized for their musical abilities during an awards program held at El Centro College on Fri., March 28. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/MusicalStudentsHonored03.28.03.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2004 21:34:00 GMT Seven students from throughout the Dallas County Community College District were recognized for their artistic talents http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ArtisticStudentsRecognized03.28.03.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2004 21:19:00 GMT The second recipient of the Eleanor Jones Award in Creative Writing was recognized among students from throughout the Dallas County Community College District http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/StudentWriterRecognized03.28.03.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2004 20:57:00 GMT Students interested in courses offered by the Dallas County Community College District for its popular "Maymester" and summer I and II sessions will be able to enroll in classes this year, in spite of a state-mandated budget cut that has prompted DCCCD officials to explore ways to reduce costs and save money. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/SummerandMayTerm02.06.03.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2004 20:53:00 GMT You can go home again. That's what Dr. Jennifer Wimbish discovered when she started her first day as president of Cedar Valley College on Feb. 17. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/NewCVCPresident02.17.03.htm Tue, 05 Oct 2004 14:19:00 GMT Dallas County Community College District will recommend a proposed tuition increase for the summer 2003 semester to its Board of Trustees during their Feb. 4 meeting. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/StateBudgetCuts02.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 20:55:00 GMT Clyde Porter, assistant vice chancellor of facilities management and planning for the Dallas County Community College District, recently received a Citation of Honor from the Dallas chapter of the American Institute of Architects during its annual "Celebrate Architecture" event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/DallasAIAAwardClyde02.14.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 20:49:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District's Board of Trustees nominated Dr. Jesus Carreon as DCCCD's fifth chancellor during their regular monthly meeting on Tues., May 6. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/Newchancellortrustees05.06.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 19:12:00 GMT The Board of Trustees has begun the search process for the next Chancellor of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD). http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/ChancellorSearchProcess06.06.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 16:18:00 GMT Read selected bios of performers at the 2003 event. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/AAReadInBios01.29.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 16:10:00 GMT The Texas Association of Community Colleges (TACC) met yesterday in Austin and delivered the requested plan to Governor Perry concerning the budget cuts to community colleges. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/BudgetUpdate01.30.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 16:01:00 GMT Spending will be reduced among state agencies and higher education by at least 7 percent for the period remaining until August 31, 2003. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/BudgetAnncmt01.27.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 15:52:00 GMT The stage of the Majestic Theatre will shine with the talents of stars - from the worlds of literature, situation comedy and news - and solons during the city's fourth annual African American Read-In, presented by the Dallas County Community College District and Verizon. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/AAReadIn01.29.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 15:43:00 GMT Innovative thinkers Amory Lovins, co-author of Natural Capitalism and Small is Profitable, and Dr. Joseph Romm, author of Cool Companies, will be the keynote speakers at the May 9-10 Sustainable Dallas Conference. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/SustainDallas5thConf04.21.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 15:36:00 GMT Members of the Dallas County Community College District's board of trustees gave their final approval to hire Dr. Jesus Carreon as DCCCD's fifth chancellor during the group's regular monthly meeting on Tues., June 3. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/BoardSelNewChancellor07.03.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 15:30:00 GMT The Dallas Alliance for Business Development (DABD) is a $4 billion procurement alliance comprising Dallas County Community College District, the City of Dallas, Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Dallas County, Dallas Housing Authority, Dallas Independent School District, Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport, Parkland Health and Hospital System, and the University of North Texas. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/SuperFair11.03.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 15:02:00 GMT The Dallas County Community College District board of trustees, students and staff welcome Dr. Jesus "Jess" Carreon as DCCCD's fifth chancellor. http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/2003+News/newChancellor06.05.03.htm Mon, 04 Oct 2004 14:56:00 GMT http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/DCCCD+News+Archive/default.htm Tue, 21 Sep 2004 20:24:00 GMT News releases and other information http://www.dcccd.edu/About+DCCCD/News+and+Events/News/default.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2004 18:10:00 GMT