There’s an extra dose of cuteness on the Richland Campus this season! The Canada geese that made their nests here earlier this spring now have a fluffy family of goslings. These adorable little creatures are exploring the campus, adding a touch of heartwarming charm to our daily lives. The sight of baby geese waddling behind their protective parents is a reminder of the wonders of nature happening right in our midst. “The ducks and geese on campus are the reason I chose coming to Richland instead of...
The Dallas Cowboys held eight selections in the much-anticipated 2024 NFL Draft on April 25. Their first round pick being down the line at No. 24. The Cowboys traded down their first round pick with the Detroit Lions, who were hosting the draft this year in Detroit. Pick #1: Tyler Guyton. The Cowboys traded down to Pick 29 in an exchange for Pick 73 in the early third round. With their first selection, the Cowboys chose Tyler Guyton, an offensive tackle from the University of Oklahoma. This was a...
Fighting promotions have been hailed as “exciting” and “thrilling” time and time again through insane knockouts and impressive performances. However, the United Fighting Championship has solidified itself as one of the best to do it. The UFC hosts its infamous UFC 100 every seven to eight years, a showcase like no other. On April 13 in Las Vegas, the featured UFC 300 marked a turning point in mixed martial arts history. The fight card, which highlighted 26 fighters and over 12 current or former...
Disney’s animated adventure-comedy “Wish,” which opened in theaters in late November but began streaming on Disney+ April 3, was a disappointing flop to some, even though its worldwide gross is nearing $255 million. However, the disappointment is not for the reasons most may think. I went into this movie already skeptical after hearing everyone’s dislike for the film, and while I wasn’t surprised that it wasn’t my favorite movie ever, I disagreed with the other critics. Most people complained...
The women’s basketball team at Richland rejoices this season. One of their players, Paris Beard, has been recognized as the women’s basketball NJCAA Division III Player of the Week. Beard averaged an 25.2 points per game on an 60% field goal percentage while also aver-aging 7.6 rebounds per game. With her game high being 44 points against Southwestern Assemblies of God University JV. Beard is said she is excited about being named an All-American. She said, “It was like a really exciting...
“Free, free, free Palestine!” Student voices echoed through the Dallas College Richland Campus May 2 as Palestinian supporters gathered to protest. The Muslim Student Association began above El Paso Hall in the breezeway, but the large group of protesters, estimated by Malak Elkady to be about 25 students, traveled around campus in order to spread the message. The chanting was led by a few students in particular, including Ahmad Elsafadi, Leen Al-Jame and Aya El-Sawa. Elsafadi planned...
After the total solar eclipse on April 8, medical facilities across the United States have reported a surge in patients presenting symptoms of solar retinopathy, a condition caused by direct exposure of the eyes to the intense light from the sun without proper protection. Despite repeated warnings and educational campaigns, many people disregarded safety precautions, which led to an alarming increase in eye-related complaints. According to data from Google Trends, queries related to eye discomfort and...
It appears that we have another take on the Antichrist story in the movie “The First Omen.” This movie takes us to Rome in 1970, where Margaret, played by, Nell Tiger Free, is dropped off at a Catholic orphanage to become a full-fledged nun. She is not in Massachusetts anymore as she witnesses mass protest from young adults arguing for change in various issues. Margaret has some problems of her own in the journey to “take the veil.” She discovers her new purpose for the church and does...
In the City of Houston, Richland students, myself included, competed in the SkillsUSA Texas State Competition from April 17 to the 20. This event brought together students from all over the state to showcase their skills and talents in various fields like automotive technology, graphic design, welding and culinary arts with this year’s theme being No Limits. Leading up to the competition, we worked hard to prepare ourselves. We spent weeks preparing for our different contests, spending a lot...
Student journalists from Dallas College Richland Campus showcased their talents and brought home numerous awards from the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association Convention held at the San Marcos Embassy Suites hotel April 11-13. TIPA, known for its annual three-day conventions held across Texas, drew about 343 students and faculty advisers this year. The event was full of life as attendees participated in 40 different workshops and presentations led by media professionals from around...
