South Galveston News

But at San Jacinto College, some faculty and staff keep office hours beyond typical retirement age, enjoying the work itself. A few shared what keeps them at San Jac and motivates them each day. (Hint: It’s not just the paycheck.)

GALVESTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Teen Health Clinics

Teen Health clinics at Austin Middle School, Central Middle School, and Collegiate Academy at Weis will re-open on Monday, March 23 by appointment only. All mental health services will be provided via telemedicine.

COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND: 300x300 statewide initiative to help Texans get back to work

A COM electrical student practices on real-world equipment during class.

SAN JACINTO COLLEGE: Connecting from a distance: How to stay in touch with loved ones during a global pandemic

Keeping socially distance is the new normal during the COVID-19 era, but that doesn't mean that you have to miss quality time with your loved ones. Thankfully, there are a host of application for your mobile device or computer that will allow you to make new memories together.

GALVESTON COLLEGE: Del Papa family and Del Papa Distributing gift $5,000 to Vandy Anderson Culinary Arts Memorial Scholarship Fund

Earlier this spring, the Del Papa family and Del Papa Distributing made a contribution of $5,000 to the Vandy Anderson Culinary Arts Memorial Scholarship Fund. The fund supports students attending the Galveston College Culinary Arts Academy.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY: The National Weather Service has Ordered a Tropical Storm Watch for Galveston County, Surrounding Areas

The National Weather Service has issued a Tropical Storm Watch that includes Coastal Galveston County and surrounding areas. Galveston Campus will remain operational, however we strongly encourage remote work locations for Friday, July 24, 2020, due to variables in the forecast.

CITY OF CLEARLAKESHORES: Clear Lake Shores under Tropical Storm Watch

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect along the Texas coastline from Port Mansfield to High Island. Tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area by Friday night. Interests elsewhere along the Texas and Louisiana coast should monitor the progress of this system. Tropical Storm Warnings may be required for portions of the Watch area later today.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH: Tech Time Workshop - Zooming Beyond the Basics to be held July 30

With each new day, we are using Zoom more and more. Yet, how often do you move beyond using only the micorphone and camera features? Us this time to go Zooming Beyond the Basics!

GALVESTON COLLEGE: Updated fall 2020 class schedule goes online to reflect Your College, Your Way learning options

Early registration for the fall 2020 semester is underway at Galveston College. Classes begin Aug. 31.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH: Zika virus hijacks the host cell’s own defense mechanism to cause disease

How did Zika virus acquire the ability to infect the brain and reproductive tissue to cause its characteristic disease? The answer may lie in a newly observed ability of the virus to use a host cell’s own defense mechanisms as a disguise.

SAN JACINTO COLLEGE: San Jac seven make NJCAA all-academic list

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) recognized seven San Jacinto College student-athletes for their academic achievements during the 2019-2020 season.

COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND: College of the Mainland announces Fall 2020 plan

College of the Mainland administration continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation and take the necessary actions to ensure that we provide a safe and successful learning experience for students during this challenging time.

SAN JACINTO COLLEGE: San Jacinto College announces plans for Fall 2020

San Jacinto College has announced its plans for the Fall 2020 semester with “San Jac My Way,” providing students with four different ways to learn, both in-person and online: Online Anytime, Online on a Schedule, Flex Campus, and Hands-On Hybrid.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH: UTMB researchers have discovered a new antiviral mechanism for dengue therapeutics