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Crews were once again out on North Burke Bradley Drive on Feb. 3 fixing a pipe that was damaged following a shutdown of the...

On Sept. 27, the Mustangs football team beat the Merced Blue Devils 49-24, improving to 3-2 overall and the Mustangs’ first winning record going...

According to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), “Valley fever is on the rise in California with over 5,500 provisional cases reported through...

This spring English Professor Gabrielle Myers lead a study on the online classroom experience of students with learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, and...

As the seasons start to heat up so does the world of animation.   This year  has brought an exciting lineup of animated shows that cater...

Amid anti-diversity initiative executive orders under Donald J. Trump’s administration Delta stays strong on equality and anti-racism promises. On Feb 14. 2025, a memo from the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, now nicknamed “The Dear Colleagues Letter,” advised that all educational institutions end all diversity initiatives on campuses from preschools all the way to colleges and trade schools. Diversity initiatives are programs that promote and maintain diverse workforces or student bodies that are inclusive of all lifestyles, ethnicities, sexual orientations and abilities. These are programs like Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS), the Veterans Resource Center and the Pride Center. In response to this memo, Superintendent/President Dr. Lisa Aguilera Lawrenson released a responding memo, as “reassur[ance to] our campus community that the Board of Trustees and the campus administration and staff will continue moving forward toward the achievement of our Strategic Goals in fulfillment of our college mission.” Delta’s mission? To be a “student-centered, anti-racist, equity-focused college.” Lawrenson’s letter also states that on Feb 18, 2025 California Community College (CCC) Chancellor Sonya Christian states that while the CCC plans to comply with federal and state law, the “The Dear Colleagues Letter” does not change the law or the effect of law, and the situation will continue to be monitored. If the law does change, what could students expect from Delta college? The Board of Trustees commented on the developing situation. “Losing that financial aid is practically a death sentence to an institution like this,” said Dylan Myers, Student Representative on the Board of Trustees. If program funding is affected, already struggling students could face even more challenges, such as hunger and homelessness. “I am disabled, I have autism myself, and I rely on the disability programs that are generally associated with DEI, [Diversity, Equality, Inclusion,” said Myers. Myers estimated that around 85 percent of Delta students rely on diversity initiative programs just to attend school. If program funding is affected, already struggling students could face even more challenges, such as hunger and homelessness. Myers is hopeful for the future of equity work at Delta. “The institution [Delta] is going to do everything in its power to defend these policies,” said Myers. President of the Delta College Board of Trustees Janet Rivera echoed the affirmation to continue the path. “I think Delta is going to stay strong,” said Rivera. “It’s woven in our society. “I will continue to respect DEI policies and advocate as I’ve done my entire life! I am DEI, just like the blood running through my veins.”

Lately, you can’t throw a stone without hitting another soulless wad of soiled cash grab known as the 2020s movie remake or spin off. Adding...

Personal hygiene tools can be harmful or injurious, and can even land people in the hospital in extreme cases.  Loofahs can carry bacteria, shared razors...

By Christina Goodman Editor-in-Chief On Sept. 9, James Earl Jones died at 93 years old leaving behind a legacy of work.  Jones had worked in the...

Club Rush for the Fall 2024 semester was held Sept. 11-12 in the quad. Delta students learned about campus clubs and were able to...

By Christina Goodman editor-in-chief When it comes to being a student at Delta College and choosing courses  it can be stressful trying to figure...

By Christina Goodman Editor-in-Chief Area 1 Valerie- Stewart Green, who represented Tracy, Mountain House, died Aug. 17 Delta College held a memorial service for late Area...

By Christina Goodman When you’re at a breaking point, do you take a break? Do you have to step out to gather yourself? Do you...

By Christina Goodman When it comes to your hair, you can decide on how exactly you want to wear it.  Perm, braids, weave or going natural —...

At 14, Delta College student and President of the Black Student Union (BSU) Davis Dotson found himself homeless, aimlessly wandering the streets, and learning...

Anyone who has ever worked in fast food doesn’t need to be told that it isn’t the best paying job on the market. Customer...

Anyone who has ever worked in fast food doesn’t need to be told that it isn’t the best paying job on the market. Customer...

In celebration of Black History Month Dr. Halifu Osumare, dance educator and choreographer, directed a Afro-Haitian dance workshop in Delta’s Atherton Auditorium on Feb....

 The Black Excellence and Enrichment Academy (BEE) hosted a free book giveaway on Feb. 16 in the quad with the goal to help promote...

Living in a world where there are high expectations can be stressful, it doesn’t matter if it’s from your parents, family, friends, work or...