In recent years, the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community has become more accepted into society. However, young adults who have non-traditional sexual preferences still have a hard time coming out to friends, family and peers. Angelica's Story "There are not a lot of people that know that I am gay, however they are really shocked and surprised when they find out," TJC student Anjelica said. (5) comments
Despite their sanctuaries being destroyed by arson, East Texas churches vow that they will continue to meet and have service. Eight churches have been burned since the start of the new year, leaving many East Texans without a building to call their church home. (0) comments
East Texas has pulled together to support the people of Haiti when they need it most. Even in tough economic times, local residents and organizations are raising money and volunteering their time. On Jan. 12, a catastrophic earthquake registering a 7.0 magnitude on the Richter scale rocked Haiti. (0) comments
In the past year, the Tyler Police Department received 777 hit and run accident reports. In 2008, the numbers were even higher, with 844 hit and run accidents reported in Tyler alone. "Many people leave the crime scene without thinking of the consequences of their actions," said Don Martin, the public information Officer of Tyler Police Department. (1) comment
Students looking to pursue a career in Surveying and Mapping may find themselves on this very campus in order to do so. TJC, in partnership with University of Texas at Tyler, is one of only two schools in Texas to offer the program and has been preparing young minds with the tools they need to be successful in this field since 1955. (0) comments
Offering 12 general education classes and an array of nursing program courses, Tyler Junior College's satellite location in Lindale is paving the way for higher education opportunities. "That's only the beginning," said the President of Lindale Independent School District Board of Trustees General James K. (0) comments
TJC is keeping up with the green trend by now offering more classes and certification programs. Students are being trained to become leaders in the green industry. TJC is partnering with CleanEdison, one of the nation's leading green education companies, to offer an Energy Audit Training Class. (0) comments
"What do you want to do for the rest of your life?" For college students, this question brings moments of panic, while searching for a legitimate answer. Unfortunately, knowing what to do is the first step to answering the big question and how to get there next. (0) comments