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TJC's Independent Student Media Since 1927

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TJC's Independent Student Media Since 1927

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Establishing a successful future for students

Establishing a successful future for students

Victoria Olivares October 7, 2024

The Apache Next Steps Center Q: What is the Apache Next Steps Center?  A: It's a four-year grant that's allowed us to develop the Apache Next Steps Center and various supports that are available...

The business of baking and blossoms

The business of baking and blossoms

Baleigh Davis October 7, 2024

Student fosters passion for entrepreneurship and educating Life during the global shutdown for COVID-19 was a time of changes for many. For some, the isolation of quarantine allowed for a chance to...

Totality Tyler: What to expect on eclipse day

Totality Tyler: What to expect on eclipse day

Garrison Nichols April 5, 2024

Photos courtesy of Adobe Stock On April 8, a total solar eclipse is set to occur. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, the eclipse will pass through Tyler.  “So total solar eclipses, in one...

"Moby Dick" is directed by Denise Weatherly-Green.

Behind The Play: ‘Moby Dick’

Brady Acevedo March 1, 2024

The Tyler Junior College Theatre Department is hosting “Moby Dick” until March 2. The show premiered on Feb. 28. A showing will be held at 7:30 p.m. March 1 and 2 along with a 2:30 p.m. performance...

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How AI is reshaping students’ learning

Garrison Nichols March 1, 2024

Across the United States, a growing number of students are embracing generative artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative tool in their academic pursuits. According to recent studies, 56% of students...

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Gone phishing: New email scam is being sent to TJC students

Marissa Krnavek March 1, 2024

A new scam, posing as an honor society, is being sent to TJC student emails. “The scam in question is called a phishing email, in which an email is sent to a recipient in the hopes of enticing them...

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Bee-Original

Julissa Torres February 16, 2024

From reselling to owning, the journey of owning an original business  From revamping and reselling clothes and picture frames to now an online and potentially mobile store, Jessika Wilson started...

Notable women, remarkable lives: Female campus leaders share their stories

Notable women, remarkable lives: Female campus leaders share their stories

Brooklyn Gundling March 1, 2023

From a grassroots campaign to a woman-centered and nationally recognized institution, the National Women's History Alliance has a goal of reintegrating women back into history. The NWHA is responsible...

A closer look at history: Two local churches remember their beginnings

Barbara Martin Moro March 1, 2023

Notre Dame in France, La Sagrada Familia in Spain, Saint Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, the Cathedral of Colonia in Germany or Saint Sophia Basilica in Turkey, were some of the most visited tourist...

Recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month

Recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month

Asia Johnson September 13, 2022

National Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual observance in which the cultures of people from Hispanic Americans are highlighted. The celebration lasts from Sept. 15-Oct. 15, splitting into two months...

photo of a garden

Greenery, Gardens and Greatness
The work behind TJC’s pristine plants

Marie Salazar November 4, 2021

As winter closes in and one says goodbye to fall ,the time to revel in TJC’s garden greenery comes closer to an end. This leaves students to wonder, who is behind the current gardens at Tyler Junior...

Pink Glasses regrading Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Learn how to detect the warning signs early on

Marie Salazar October 21, 2021

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual movement created to bring awareness and show support for those affected by breast cancer. This movement provides an opportunity for individuals to learn...

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