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Apps for college students; from news to math to saving money

November 7, 2016 at 10:31 am 0 comments

Feed.ly Now more than ever it’s important to stay up-to-date with what’s going on in the news. Whether it’s clown sightings in your neighborhood or a run-down of the last presidential debate, Feed.ly’s going to be your tool for staying in the now. It’s as simple as checking the topicsRead More

More Streaming picks from Chronicle staff

More Streaming picks from Chronicle staff

November 7, 2016 at 10:30 am 0 comments

“30 For 30,” “Honest Liar,” and “Finding Vivian Maier” by Andy Langager “30 for 30”: This documentary series produced by ESPN features a variety of sports-related topics by a variety of directors with their own style. It’s hard to go wrong with any of their titles, but some can’t-miss episodesRead More

Streaming Picks from Chronicle Staff

Streaming Picks from Chronicle Staff

November 7, 2016 at 10:24 am 0 comments

“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”, “Upside Down”,  and More by Samantha Watsabaugh If you’re like me, your Netflix queue consists of very few movies and TV shows that you love to watch over and over again. Many of my favorites are more popular such as Supernatural, American Horror Story, and Stranger Things.Read More

World Food Prize winner speaks to DMACC students and faculty

November 7, 2016 at 10:20 am 0 comments

In a lot of sub-Saharan African villages, being able to afford one meal a day was the norm. However, thanks to developmental economist Dr. Andrew Mude, that all began to change in 2010. Dr. Mude, this year’s World Food Prize winner and an economist from Kenya, spoke to DMACC studentsRead More

Be a member of “the village”

November 7, 2016 at 10:18 am 0 comments

By Breanna Owen Special to the Chronicle A friend reached out to me this week, “Are you doing okay?” My immediate response was “define ‘okay.’” After a brief chat, her parting words were “it takes a village.” These words are golden truth dear reader, yet the reality behind the phraseRead More

Yes, we’re in Iowa. But remember to lock it up

November 7, 2016 at 10:17 am 0 comments

By Kay Curtis Special to the Chronicle I believe that locks are more than door adornments. Although some are beautiful enough to be classified as art, they have a function – to keep our possessions from growing legs and walking away. However, there are people who don’t see the valueRead More

More interaction leads to better online class experience

November 7, 2016 at 10:16 am 0 comments

By Merlyn Patil Special to the Chronicle Many feel comfortable with the idea of online classes. You do not have to travel to college campus; you avoid all the traffic to attend class. You can study in the comfort and convenience of your own home. One of the major benefitsRead More

DMACC holds ribbon cutting for veterans lounge

DMACC holds ribbon cutting for veterans lounge

November 7, 2016 at 10:16 am 0 comments

Monday, October 24 at 10 a.m., DMACC held the ribbon cutting for the new Veterans Lounge in Ankeny Campus Building 5. This space is set aside for Veterans who, according to Veterans Services Coordinator Don Enright, might need a little extra help adjusting to civilian life. “Having a space likeRead More