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DACC launching paid campus journalism internships

Doña Ana Community College is launching a paid campus journalism program, selecting eight students for newsroom internships as the college builds its first student-run newscast and newspaper.

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Education

Las Cruces middle school students tour DACC culinary arts program

Middle school students from Las Cruces Catholic School toured DACC’s culinary arts program, gaining hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen and learning about future career pathways.

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Events

DACC to host free concert featuring world premiere of new works

Doña Ana Community College will present a free concert featuring the world premiere of two newly commissioned musical works on Dec. 5.

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DACC to offer advanced photography workshops with award-winning photojournalist

Doña Ana Community College will host two advanced photography workshops this fall, taught by award-winning photojournalist Paul Ratje.

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DACC dental clinic now accepting Medicaid insurance

Doña Ana Community College’s dental clinic is now accepting Medicaid insurance, expanding access to low-cost dental services for patients of all ages.

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DACC hosting Banned Books Week Carnival at two campuses

Doña Ana Community College will host a Banned Books Week Carnival Oct. 7 at the Espina campus and Oct. 9 at the Sunland Park center, featuring games, prizes and information on challenged books.

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DACC collecting costumes for Chaparral students in annual Halloween drive

Doña Ana Community College is holding its 3rd annual Halloween Costume Drive for Chaparral Elementary students, with donations accepted through Oct. 22.

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DACC welcomes students and families with campus bashes this month

Doña Ana Community College is hosting Welcome Back Bashes in August at three locations, offering swag, food and information sessions for students and families.

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DACC students to receive free access to medical services

Doña Ana Community College will offer free medical services to students this fall through TimelyCare, including counseling, doctor visits and prescription savings.