On-campus, there are a large number of campus fairs and informational events for our students, and faculty members are needed to support our activities and programs.  Off-campus, I have represented NVC at a Service Learning Workshop at Northeast Lakeview College and through the College Connection Program.

October 22, 2012
The National Debate Watch
Program at NVC: Part II

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The events were covered by the San Antonio Express News, KTSA Radio, Fox KABB and Telemundo KVDA

October 22, 2012
The National Debate Watch
Program at NVC: Part I

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The "Debate Watch" Team: Kahala Crayton, Craig Coronoes, Migdalia Garcia and Carlos Lopez
A dedicated team of faculty, staff and students, under the leadership of Craig Coronoes, planned and successfully implemented the "Debate Watch" program at Northwest Vista College.  The three events were attended by over 500 students.

October 5, 2012:
College Connection Program at Clark H.S.

October 3, 2012:
The National Debate Watch
Program at NVC
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Govenor Romney debates President Obama
On Friday, October 5th, I visited Clark High School here in San Antonio, and visited with three different classes of seniors about college admission and financial aid.  It was a fun afternoon answering questions about Northwest Vista College, and giving advice about higher education in general.  The experience took my back to my days in enrollment management back in the 80's & 90's.
On Wednesday, October 3rd, we sponsored a Debate Watch Party at Northwest Vista College, and it became one of the largest events in the history of NVC with 250 students, faculty and staff participating.

October 2, 2012:
Rock the Vote Registration Drive at NVC Homecoming

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Mary Dixson and Migdalia Garcia at Rock the Vote
Rock The Vote - Use Your Political Power -
Register Today! Tuesday, October 2, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Location: CCC Lakeside
Come out and:
• Meet different local political candidates,
• Enjoy some music; special appearance by local artist and our very own NVC student bands, &
• Most importantly come register to vote

September 25, 2012:
NVC Political Forum & Candidate Debate Night

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Rep. John Garza speaks, with Councilman Philip Cortez and Moderator Andrew Hill
On Tuesday, September 25, 2012, NVC hosted an evening of political discussion and debate between the two candidates for District 117 of the Texas House of Representatives, Philip Cortez (D) and the Honorable John V. Garza (R). I had the pleasure of working with a team that was made up of Craig Coroneos, Mark Camann, Evan Bohl, Carlos Lopez, Melissa Monroe-Young, and - as always - Migdalia Garcia.  We also got great cooperation from AC Police and TLF.

September 19, 2012:
Advising Students at 2012 Major Mania

Major Mania is a one day student fair that allows students to learn more major concentrations, degree plans, career options and future educational choices.

September 14, 2012:
The 2012 Alamo College Connection Program

The College Connection Program is a partnership between the Alamo Colleges and our local  ISD’s.  
Through this program, NVC teams travel to the high schools to provide presentations and information about the benefits of going to college.  These pictures are from our training, on September 14, 2012.

September 13, 2012:
Voter Registration Drive at the Student Fair

NVC has launched an on-going Voter Registration Drive, and volunteers have been staffing tables and going to classes in order to register students.

August 23, 2012:
Service Learning Workshop
Northeast Lakeview College

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Migdalia Garcia (left), NVC, and Sabrina Hammel, NLC at the Service Learning Workshop
Based on my previous experience as Director of Service Learning at St. Mary's University, Migdalia Garcia asked me to join her for a joint presentation to the faculty of Northeast Lakeview College at the start of the academic year.  We had a small turnout, but a great conversation!