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Zamora named vice maritime program to be designated as a awarded more than 5,500 U.S. Coast Guard- Maritime Center of Excellence, enabling approved course-completion certifi cates chancellor for fi scal the College to expand its capacity to train since 2010 and introduced the state’s fi rst a airs domestic maritime workers by admitting associate degree program in maritime trans- more students, training faculty, expand- portation to train those new to the maritime Teri Zamora has been named vice chan- ing facilities, creating new maritime career industry. Last year marked the opening of cellor, fi scal a airs at San Jacinto College pathways from associate degree to baccalau- the College’s Maritime Technology and and began her position at San Jacinto Col- reate degree programs, and awarding credit Training Center on the Maritime Campus in lege on Wednesday, Jan. 3. As vice chancel- for prior learning experience — including La Porte, to o er more training opportuni- lor for fi scal a airs, Zamora will oversee military service. San Jacinto College has ties for new and incumbent mariners. the following departments: facilities ser- vices; contracts and purchasing; auxiliary services; internal audit; safety, health and risk management; budgets; accounting and fi nancial services; comptroller; o€ ce of grants management; and the police depart- ment. Zamora came to San Jacinto College from Houston Community College, where she coordinated all fi nancial, accounting and budget functions of the college as the Teri Zamora senior vice chancellor for fi nance and ad- ministration. At HCC she oversaw facility who earned second place and a $125 prize. operations, and worked on the expenditure Oscar G. Del Toro from the South Campus of the $425 million bond funds that voters and Liza Villalta from the North Campus in that district approved in 2013. Her areas also were recognized with honorable men- of oversight also included fi nancial aid, pur- tions. The awards were presented at a re- chasing, IT, human resources and the police ception and gallery opening for the exhibit department. As a member of the chancel- at the - Art lor’s executive cabinet, she provides advice Gallery. San Jacinto College students from and assistance on policy development. Read the North and South Campuses made up 14 more at sanjac.edu/article/teri-zamora- of the 25 gallery entries. Read the full story appointment. at sanjac.edu/article/art-competition. San Jacinto College San Jacinto College students take to receive federal top honors at art Maritime Center of competition Excellence designation San Jacinto College South Campus art and President Donald Trump signed into the design student Matthew Napoli took fi rst law the fi scal year 2018 National Defense place and received a $175 prize at the 15th Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes Houston Area Community College Student provisions from the Domestic Maritime Exhibition on Wednesday, Nov. 8. Napoli en- Centers of Excellence Act (H.R. 2286) that tered three pieces for review in the compe- authorizes federal designation of commu- tition titled, “Forthcoming Ruthlessness,” nity and technical college “centers of excel- “Slouching Toward” and “Forthcoming Re- lence” to help provide technical education duction” using oil, charcoal and graphite on and training programs to secure the talent paper. Napoli was joined by Virginia Perez pipeline for the nation’s maritime work- from the San Jacinto College North Campus, force. This allows San Jacinto College’s sanjac.edu Sunday | January 7, 2018 | Opportunity News | Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section >>> 3 THESE RESUME-WRITING TIPS CAN HELP LAND PERFECT JOB

By Cheryl P. Rose BE SPECIFIC CORRESPONDENT • Customize your resume for each job ap- plication. Ten seconds is how quickly a reviewer makes a decision about whether your re- • Review the job description for keywords sume ends up in the “maybe” pile or the to use. “no” basket, according to Brittany Bonds, • Highlight the skills, education and expe- career services coordinator at San Jacinto rience you have that relates directly to College’s South Campus. And that is if a the job description, the industry or the human is reviewing the resumes, rather hiring business. than an automated system some employ- ers now use. Even in the digital age, the KEEP IT REAL (BUT YOUR resume remains key to getting a foot in BEST VERSION) the door. “So many job searches and applications • Avoid exaggerations. If you took high are done online today, you may not meet a school Spanish, that doesn’t mean you human for a long time,” Bonds said. “Your are bilingual. resume is the fi rst introduction you have to • Highlight accomplishments rather than an employer. A one-size-fi ts-all approach list duties, such as recognitions, promo- does not work. If you really want those jobs tions, project completions and goals met. you’re applying for, take the time to make • Quantify experiences when possible, in sure your resume refl ects their needs.” dollars, time or other benchmarks. Bonds gives the following resume tips: • Showcase valuable skills gained from KEEP IT CLEAN work, education or volunteering, even if they don’t relate directly to the job/in- Photo courtesy of Andrea Vasquez, San Jacinto College • Correct grammar, spelling and punctua- dustry where you’re applying. Using the tion do matter. job description as a guide, apply how ex- The San Jacinto College career services of ces can assist students, alumni and community • Choose easy-to-read fonts and formats. perience gained in other areas could be members with resume critiques and formatting, along with mock interviews and career assessment modules. Avoid colors and scripts. relevant to the needs of the employer. • Make the document a PDF. • Use short phrases and action verbs, avoiding long paragraphs.

MAKE IT SIMPLE • Correct phone and email contact infor- FREE RESUME REVIEW mation is critical. At each campus of San Jacinto College, career services • Include a summary statement. professionals like Bonds offer free resume review for • Include any certifi cation or license in- students and community members. Call or email of ce formation required for the job, and in- and set up appointment at [email protected] formation about when it expires. or use the online appointment request form at http:// • Avoid TMI (too much information): Pho- www.sanjac.edu/form/schedule-appointment. tos, hobbies, Social Security numbers, personal data, high school statistics. If needed, provide references in a separate document. 4 <<< Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section | Opportunity News | Sunday | January 7, 2018 sanjac.edu FOLLOW TOP 5 STEPS TO FINANCIAL FITNESS By Cheryl P. Rose bank accounts to determine the percentages 3. Set fi nancial goals: Olivier recommends CORRESPONDENT you are spending on di erent categories, such breaking those down into short-term, mid- EXPERT ASSISTANCE as transportation or dining out. A common term and long-term goals. These goals may If December was a time of refl ection, Janu- error college students make is racking up include reducing your debt or saving for re- FOR FINANCIAL ary is a time for forging ahead with new goals. credit card debt, Olivier said. Review how you tirement, a house, a vacation or further edu- QUESTIONS Elena Olivier, default loan manager at San Ja- are using your credit card. If you are budget- cation. Prioritize and create a plan that will cinto College, encourages that you make some ing correctly, you should only be using your show measurable progress toward goals over of those new goals related to giving yourself a credit card for unexpected or emergency ex- the time period you have set. San Jacinto College partners with fi nancial checkup. penses, Olivier said. 4. Create a budget: If you share a household Money Management International to “As I often say, if you aren’t educated about 2. Identify spending triggers: Were your with a partner, be sure to discuss the budget offer enrolled students free assistance how to handle your money, someone else will spending decisions based on social or emo- together. Having reviewed your past spend- with nancial questions, including bud- handle it for you,” she said. “Financial liter- tional factors? Anyone can get into a fi nancial ing, make a money calendar by noting recur- geting, resolving credit issues, fore- acy is a very important for a better life. It’s pinch if emotions or status issues are what’s ring and occasional costs. Recurring costs closure/bankruptcy procedures and not always about boosting your income, it’s opening the wallet. Look at past spending and include expenses such as rent, insurance counseling before buying for house. about stretching the dollars you have and liv- consider what tempts you to spend, such as premiums and utilities. Occasional expenses Learn more about resources avail- ing within your means.” sales, FOMO (fear of missing out), or feeling could include such extras as birthdays, holi- able for San Jacinto College students Since January is fi nancial wellness month, the need for the latest and best option. Grab a days, graduation, certifi cation fees and health at www.sanjac.edu/ nancial-aid and review Olivier’s top recommendations to calculator and add up what you spend on the care deductibles. Don’t forget to include sav- click on the Financial Literacy tab. starting the new year o right: little things that end up being budget-busters. ings in the budget, Olivier said. Though many 1. Track your spending: Look at your spend- While working on your education, live like a college students may think it’s impossible to For community citizens, contact the ing habits for the last 12 months. You can re- college student, so you don’t have to later on save while in school, saving $5 a month is bet- United Way Bay Area THRIVE Center view your statements from credit cards and in life, Olivier advises students. ter than nothing at all, she said. at 281-282-6061 or contact Money 5. Check your credit report thrice: That’s Management International at 1-866- right, three times a year you can and should 889-9347. check your credit report. By rotating requests To view your three credit reports, visit to view your credit among the three major www.annualcreditreport.com. You can credit reporting agencies —Experian, Equifax order your credit report from each of and TransUnion — you can view your credit the three major consumer credit re- up to three times throughout the year with- porting agencies at one time or spread out incurring any cost, Olivier said. Regularly them through the year. Olivier said to checking your report is important for resolv- request one report per agency every ing any credit issues and protecting your iden- four months throughout the year. tity information.

BUDGETING BASICS Olivier recommends using the 50/20/30 spending rule to your take-home pay: • Apply 50 percent to your needs (groceries, housing, utilities, health insurance and car insurance) • Apply 20 percent to savings and debt payments (repaying debts, saving money, emergency fund and retirement accounts) Photo courtesy of Andrea Vasquez, San Jacinto College • Apply 30 percent to wants (entertainment, shopping, hobbies, January is Financial Wellness Month, and San Jacinto College nancial aid advisors offer eating out) students a number of resources to help guide budgeting for their educational expenses, personal nancial goals and being a responsible borrower. sanjac.edu Sunday | January 7, 2018 | Opportunity News | Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section >>> 5 CHANCELLOR NAMED TO P-TECH ADVISORY COUNCIL COUNCIL APPOINTMENT MADE BY LT. GOV. DAN PATRICK

By Cheryl P. Rose CORRESPONDENT

E orts at San Jacinto College to educate studIn November 2017, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick announced the appointment of The two most common San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda conditions caused by a Hellyer to the Pathways in Technology Early malfunctioning thyroid are College High School (P-TECH) Advisory hyperthyroidism (producing Council. too much hormone) and The council, made up of statewide edu- hypothyroidism cation and industry leaders, will “work to expand partnerships between school dis- (producing too tricts, higher education institutions and little hormone). business employers,” according to a state- ment released by Patrick’s o€ ce following the appointments. The council will provide recommendations to the commissioner of Dr. Brenda Hellyer WOMEN’S HEALTH education regarding the establishment and administration of the P-TECH program and for high-demand jobs,” Hellyer said. the criteria for a campus’ designation as a P- This P-TECH program was formed through TECH school. legislation created during the Texas 85th “I am honored to have been selected to SCREENINGS HELP Legislative Session as introduced by Senator serve alongside innovative leaders from Larry Taylor in SB 22. “I see this program as throughout Texas as we collaborate on state- a way to help students get into careers while wide initiatives that help meet the workforce obtaining a high school diploma, an associ- needs of the state while ensuring that stu- SAVE LIVES ate degree and work experience through in- dents are prepared with the skills they need ternships,” Taylor said. “I am delighted that By Cheryl P. Rose from cervical cancer this year, Bradbury said. Chancellor Hellyer has been appointed to the CORRESPONDENT Women should begin getting their Pap test Advisory Council representing our region.” January is the spotlight month for two dis- (the screening method for cervical cancer) at “I am honored to Others selected to serve on the P-TECH eases that exclusively or predominantly a ect age 21, and get routine screenings every three Advisory Council include Dr. Keith Bryant, women: cervical cancer and thyroid disease. years until they reach age 30. Between ages 30- superintendent of the Lubbock-Cooper In- 65, the guidelines allow for fi ve years between have been selected dependent School District; Mario Lozoya, Cervical cancer screenings, depending on an individual’s med- director of government relations, external to serve alongside a airs department, Toyota Motor Manufac- “In the early stages of cervical cancer, there ical and family history. Women over 65 may be turing Texas Inc.; and Alicia Dover, executive are no signs or symptoms,” said Bethany Brad- able to discontinue routine screenings, based innovative leaders director of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Con- on their doctors’ recommendations. bury, a registered nurse and instructor at San tractors of Texas. “The causes of cervical cancer are unknown, Jacinto College, South Campus. “Screenings from throughout “Even before I served as chairman of the except for a known link with the HPV virus, a help us identify if anything is abnormal. Over Texas Senate Education Committee, I have the last 30 years, we’ve decreased death from sexually transmitted disease,” Bradbury said. Texas…” focused on helping public schools prepare this cancer by 50 percent, because screenings “For prevention, there is the HPV vaccination our students for the workforce. P-TECH catch it in the precancerous stage and we can you can get between ages 9-26. Practice safe — Dr. Brenda Hellyer complements my e orts to establish multiple begin treatment.” sex and get your exams done regularly.” Chancellor, San Jacinto College endorsements, or programs of study, for stu- Even so, more than 4,000 women will die Health continued on page 7 dents to pursue in high school,” Patrick said. 6 <<< Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section | Opportunity News | Sunday | January 7, 2018 sanjac.edu STUDENTS REVEAL THEIR 2018 RESOLUTIONS By Jeannie Peng-Mansyur convenience, but nothing could have course load in 2018 and focus more SAN JACINTO COLLEGE prepared him for what occurred a on building her credentials with di- little later on Halloween. recting and University Interscholas- Year 2017 in Houston was unlike “I was walking home, and a guy tic League (UIL) competitions. any other. Hurricane Harvey, the driving about 50 miles per hour and “My 2018 resolution is to focus on Astros capturing the World Series texting while driving, hit me,” said doing good work and taking care of and a rare snow day made for one Rizvi. “I was in the hospital for 20 myself,” said Sammarco. interesting year. Everyone felt its days with a leg injury, broken ribs, Year 2018 is like music to the impact, including San Jacinto Col- spine injury and a crushed rib.” ears of Iris Garcia of Webster. The lege students. So, we had to ask Rizvi, who also works at H-E-B, piano/vocalist says she saw a lot of some of them, “What are your 2018 said he worked with his professors improvement in herself in 2017 and academic resolutions?” to make sure he could return and has one goal in mind for this year. pick up where he left o before “I would definitely like to get the accident. His 2018 academic straight A’s in 2018,” Garcia said. resolution is to come back stronger “I also want to improve my musi-

than ever. Kaitlynn Sammarco (left) and cal abilities. I’m excited to see what San Jacinto College Photos courtesy of Jeannie Peng Mansyur, Rudy Rodriguez “My resolution is to come back Natasha Jimenez (right) 2018 brings.” from this accident and get my edu- Rudy Rodriguez of Houston wants cation,” Rizvi said. “I look forward resolution to study theater acting. “This year, I want to transfer to a to move from the classroom to the to the future with a smile on my dealership this year. The automotive face. This year, I’m working hard for university for theater, make all A’s technology student is on his way to my goals and not letting anything and get enough sleep,” said Jimenez. walking the San Jacinto College hold me back.” “I would also like to build my re- commencement stage at NRG Sta- Natasha Jimenez of League City sume and gain more experience in found her passion in 2017. After a short films this year.” dium in May. couple of years of studying at a uni- Her classmate Kaitlynn Sammar- “I’m definitely following my versity to become an athletic trainer, co of Baytown also studies theater dreams,” Rodriguez said. “I am Hur Rizvi Jimenez decided to attend San Ja- arts. After hosting “many family working really hard at San Jacinto Hur Rizvi of Houston is pursuing cinto College and took a class in the- members and animals” during Hur- College and in the main shop so I studies in mechanical engineering. ater. Now, the 21-year-old said she’s ricane Harvey, Sammarco is looking can graduate with honors and work Sure, Hurricane Harvey was an in- found her calling and has a 2018 forward to decreasing some of her Iris Garcia at a dealership this year.”

ALUMNA SPOTLIGHT AUDIO GRADUATE MAKES SOME ‘SOUND’ DECISIONS

By Cheryl P. Rose Center for the . searched the best programs, San Jacinto Col- how everything I was learning in live sound CORRESPONDENT “It’s very fun, because I’m a Rockets fan,” lege has a strong reputation and good informa- classes comes together on a big scale. I took she said. “To work the board, you have to pay tion about the courses.” every opportunity to be there.” Who doesn’t love the swoosh sound a bas- close attention to the game. Sound in sports In addition to being a dedicated student, Sa- Her mentor at Generations A/V was Joe ketball makes as it sails through a net? If you’re is di erent from mixing music for bands. You las also was working and networking while in Barelas, a San Jacinto College alumnus. Sa- sitting in the top deck of the Toyota Center at have to learn the cues, do sound checks and school. Each opportunity she had to gain expe- las still works for Generations A/V as well a Houston Rockets game, the reason you can manage the audio/video in the stadium. I like rience came from finding mentors who helped as Chapelwood United Methodist Church. hear that delightful sound well is due to the the fast pace and the excitement in the arena.” her get her foot in the door. Though she loves working with the Rockets, expertise of an audio engineer like San Jacinto Though she has always enjoyed music and “While I was in school, I was also attend- it is a part-time job. She got the Toyota Center College alumna Evelyn Salas. playing piano, Salas didn’t know she could ing events to see how things worked,” she said. position through a referral from her San Ja- Salas graduated in May with an associate de- have a career working in sound until a family “At first I was just shadowing people. Then I cinto College professor, Les Williams, who put gree in audio engineering. A few months later, member suggested she research it. had an internship through San Jacinto Col- her in touch with yet another San Jacinto Col- she landed her dream job working as an AV “I didn’t know it was something you could lege with Generations A/V at Revention Music technician and sound engineer at the Toyota go to school for,” she said. “But when I re- Center and White Oak Music Hall. I got to see Alumna continued on page 7 sanjac.edu Sunday | January 7, 2018 | Opportunity News | Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section >>> 7 SAN JAC HAPPENINGS All times and event DATE EVENT TIME SITE schedules listed are Ongoing Registration for Spring 2018 term* sanjac.edu subject to change. For Jan. 10 Men’s Basketball vs. 7 p.m. Central Campus, Anders Gymnasium Jan. 15 Martin Luther King Holiday (no classes – College closed) All campuses more information, visit: Jan. 16 First day of classes – Spring 2018 term All campuses sanjac.edu Jan. 17 Women’s basketball vs. Tyler Junior College 5:30 p.m. North Campus, Nichols Gymnasium sanjacsports.com Jan. 20 Men’s basketball vs. 4 p.m. Central Campus, Anders Gymnasium Jan. 23 Men’s basketball vs. Lone Star College – Cy Fair 7 p.m. Central Campus, Anders Gymnasium Jan. 24 Women’s basketball vs. 5:30 p.m. North Campus, Nichols Gymnasium Jan. 26 Fine Arts Friday Noon North Campus, Fine Arts Building Jan. 27 Women’s basketball vs. 2 p.m. North Campus, Nichols Gymnasium *All financial obligations not covered by financial aid, installment pay- Jan. 29 Take 2 Classes (13B) begin All campuses ment plan, third party agreement, exemption, or scholarship must be Jan. 31 Men’s basketball vs. Lamar State College – Port Arthur 7 p.m. Central Campus, Anders Gymnasium paid on day of registration.

Health from page 5 Thyroid disease The tiny thyroid gland (located at base of neck) produces hor- mones that regulate body functions including metabolism, body temperature, cognitive function and digestion, said Veronica Jam- mer, the department chairwoman of associate degree nursing at San Jacinto College Central. Though men have thyroid glands, women are five to eight times more likely to develop thyroid disease than men. About one in eight women will develop thyroid disease in their lifetime, according to the American Thyroid Association. The two most common conditions caused by a malfunctioning thyroid are hyperthyroidism (producing too much hormone) and hypothyroidism (producing too little hormone). Of the two, hypo- thyroidism is more common and has more generic symptoms that can be easy to ignore. “Sometimes symptoms have a slow onset and may be nonde- script – nothing that makes you want to get checked out,” Jammer said. “Symptoms can include general fatigue, gradual weight gain and constipation. That’s why we recommend everyone with no San Jacinto College alumna Evelyn Salas Photo courtesy of San Jacinto College chronic health problems get a physical each year to assess all body Alumna from page 6 systems. Nothing takes the place of prompt medical attention.” A bloodwork screening can verify if thyroid hormone levels lege alum, Scott Foulkrod, A/V manager for the Rockets. “At San Jacinto College, they have every single piece of are outside the normal range. Treatment decisions are based on Salas is just starting her career, but could see herself equipment you need to allow you to stand in front of any the diagnosis and lab values, Jammer said. Thyroid disease can becoming a production manager one day, in charge of a console and understand the basics of how to work that be treated, but not cured. There are medications to regulate thy- whole operation of music, lights and video. She believes board,” she said. “I lost a lot of sleep studying, but just roid hormones, but women diagnosed with thyroid disease have her San Jacinto College education prepared her well for appreciate that all the information you are taking in as a to commit to regular monitoring and faithfully following prescrip- the real-world experience. student will prepare you for a career.” tion instructions. 8 <<< Houston Chronicle Custom Advertising Section | Opportunity News | Sunday | January 7, 2018 sanjac.edu

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Vision — San Jacinto College will be the leader in educational Surrounded by monuments of history, industries and maritime A gift to the San Jacinto College Foundation transforms lives, excellence and in the achievement of equity among diverse enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San enriches our community and provides tomorrow’s community populations. We will empower students to achieve their goals, Jacinto College has been serving the citizens of East Harris leaders. For more than 20 years, the Foundation has helped rede ne their expectations and encourage their exploration of County since 1961. As a scally sound institution, the Col- thousands of students reach their goals. Our former students new opportunities. Our passions are people, learning, innova- lege currently holds bond ratings of AA and Aa2 by Standard and graduates have lled vital roles in hospitals, classrooms, tion and continuous improvement. & Poor’s and Moody’s, respectively. San Jacinto College is a executive of ces, manufacturing plants, and laboratories 2017 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Rising across our region and beyond. They have also won the World Mission — Our mission is to ensure student success, create Star Award recipient and an Achieving the Dream Leader Col- Series, NBA championships, starred in major motion pictures seamless transitions and enrich the quality of life in the communi- lege. Approximately 30,000 students each semester bene t and created major theatrical productions. Help our students to- ties we serve. from a support system that maps out a pathway for success. day with the gift of education. Contact the San Jacinto College The College offers seven areas of study that prepare a diverse Foundation at 281-998-6104 or sanjac.edu/foundation. body of students to transfer to a four-year college or univer- sity or enter the workforce with the skills needed to support the growing industries along the Texas Gulf Coast. San Jacinto College graduates contribute nearly $690 million each year to the Texas workforce.

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