Del Mar College names Dr. Gerald F. Napoles as new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Community college leader brings more than 25 years of experience in student success, strategic partnerships, and institutional innovation to DMC’s executive team.
Del Mar College Foundation announces two new scholarships honoring retiring Executive Vice President and COO Lenora Keas
Gifted scholarships will keep DMC administrator’s legacy moving forward as resources for students pursuing their dreams locally and in the Rockport area.
DMC announces Winter Commencement Keynote Speaker Melissa Torres
College taps Nurse Education major Melissa Torres as keynote speaker with student’s role during commencement being first in memorable history, Torres “walking the stage” with peers, too, as part of Class of Fall 2025.
DMC Cosmetology Program launching new Associate of Applied Science degree
No matter where you go, beauty is big business.
Del Mar College and Tesla Partnership to Boost Skills
The internship offers early-career opportunities for students to gain industry experience while developing their expertise through higher education.
Two DMC Biotechnology Students Earn “Award for Excellence” for Research
The Viking pair were among representatives from more than 240 community colleges from across the nation; both students took steps toward innovation in selected research focus.
After 43 years of Service, Lenora Keas to retire in January 2026
Career marked by strengthening partnerships, elevating student opportunities, and advancing Del Mar College’s mission across the Coastal Bend.
Del Mar Announces Recipient of Teaching Excellence Award
Peers select History Professor Dr. Mark Robbins for coveted DMC faculty recognition, choice based on Robbins’ focus on service learning.
Nine Individuals Sign for DMC’s Freedom to Dream Tuition Waiver Pilot Program
Much like athletes who sign contracts to play at the collegiate or professional level, applicants selected for the program don’t have to worry about paying for their courses, but they do have to “sign on the dotted line” and commit to completing their associate’s degrees within three years as full-time students.
Del Mar College Largest Graduating Class since 2019
The culmination of hard work, long days (and nights) and sheer perseverance through life’s myriads of challenges to get to this step in their journey––crossing the stage at the American Bank Center as Del Mar College (DMC) graduates.
DMC Launches 90th Anniversary Observances
Del Mar College holds grand opening for renovated Memorial Classroom Building and unveiling of Texas Historical Commission marker.
Free Tax Services at Del Mar College
Del Mar College Accounting students trained in tax and accounting software hope to make the tax season a little less stressful for area filers as they provide FREE services through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, which starts Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Del Mar College Biotechnology Major Earns Student Award for Excellence
Biotechnology major Trinity Storr earned a Student Award for Excellence during competition at the National Science Foundation’s 2024 Advanced Technology in Education conference in Washington, D.C., in October.
Welding Major Comes Back to Del Mar College After 30 Years to finish What He Started
John Adami a Broken Arrow, Oklahoma resident, is returning to Del Mar College after 30 years to finally collect his Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Applied Technology.
Texas Workforce Grant Expanding Del Mar College’s Automotive Training
Dual Enrollment students with four partnering ISDs to benefit from grant purchases.
DMC Announces Dr. Robert H. Vela, Jr. as Keynote Speaker
Dr. Robert H. Vela, Jr., TAMUK’s President, will address nearly 535 prospective graduates attending the Commencement Ceremony at the American Bank Center.
DMC Celebrates 90th Birthday and Retirement of Longtime Instructor Dr. Willard Rushton
Longtime educator started career at DMC in 1966 and became tenured full professor through mid-1980s, now serving as Sociology adjunct since 2010.
Del Mar College Cyber Center
The Cyber Center will host clinics for small and mid-sized businesses that utilize undergraduate students from the DMC Department of Computer Science, along with undergraduate and graduate students with TAMU-CC’s Computer Science and Networking and Information Security programs.
DMC Biology Professor Named 2024 Recipient for Teaching Excellence
Longtime Natural Sciences faculty member, Bob Long, receives award during fall convocation.
Texas Workforce Award Almost $1.3 Million to Del Mar College
Funds to support adults completing high school equivalency certificates, build communication skills among those speaking English as a second language in preparation for Coastal Bend workforce.