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The Student News Site of Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Island Waves
Jonathan Garcia

Jonathan Garcia, Reporter

Jonathan Garcia is a post baccalaureate majoring in Communications Studies. Born and raised in Corpus Christi, Jonathan aims to be a strong speaker in the communications field. He also loves long walks enjoying the scenery, gaming, and going to the movies in his spare time.

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Warriors come face to face with a towering foe forging their own destiny in “Elden Ring,” the latest game that has challenged many gamers to “get good,” and emerge victorious/Photo contributed by FromSoftware Studios

The battle for ‘Game of the Year’ showcases strong contenders

December 8, 2022
Group of students celebrating in room

TAMU-CC International Students Celebrate Their Holidays Within the Community

November 23, 2022
Two people at a table outside

2022 Midterms Has Seen One of the Most Crucial Elections in History

November 2, 2022
Student studying at a desk in the library.

TAMU-CC is a Hispanic Serving Institute Serving Success to Students in the STEM Field

October 12, 2022
Photos contributed by THQ Nordic/ Flying through Bay City (loosely based off of San Francisco) with his jetpack, Crypto searches high and low for his next human to probe in “Destroy All Humans 2: Reprobed,” a remake of the 2006 classic by Pandemic Studios.

‘Destroy All Humans’ sequel’s remake puts Rockstar Studios to shame on how to revive a classic

September 29, 2022
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige announces the conclusion of Phase six6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,” and “Avengers: Secret Wars”, both coming out in 2025.

San Diego Comic-Con Brings Surprises for its Return to an In-Person Event

July 30, 2022
Preparing for a deadly mission with a limited window, Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) readies his squad to begin their assault run on the base in “Top Gun: Maverick.”

Top Gun Sequel Exceeds Viewers Expectations

June 15, 2022
Tim Lopez and Tom Higgenson of the Plain White T’s play “1, 2, 3, 4” at their concert for TAMU-CC’s 75th anniversary.

Plain White T’s Shares the ‘Rhythm of Love’ for TAMU-CC’s 75th Anniversary

May 8, 2022
Senior media production major Roel Rodriguez watches in awe, seeing Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) return as the iconic character in Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi, which debuts on May 25 on Disney +.

‘Obi-Wan’ Trailer Raises Excitement for Students and Fans Alike

April 16, 2022
Daniel Egnal, star, producer, and writer of the film Friday Night Delight, checks the footage to see if the shot was a good take.

Egnal Creates Some ‘Friday Night Delight’ to Close Out His Senior Year

April 12, 2022
After winning big, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (left) and Head Coach Sean McVay wave to their teammates and family, celebrating during the presentation of the Vince Lombardi trophy.

‘Whose House? The Super Bowl Champs Rams’ house’

February 16, 2022
Drivers line up at the testing center located in the corner of Airline and SPID. The YesNoCovid site is one of the many free COVID-19 testing sites open Monday through Sunday during 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with no appointment needed.

Omicron Variant Puts Delay on a Possible Endemic

February 2, 2022
An impromptu memorial was put together outside of NGR park in Houston, Texas in honor of those who passed at Astroworld Festival.

Astroworld causes tragedy that hits close to home

November 19, 2021
Dr. Rossy Lima discusses her book “Migrare Mutare” and the inspiration into what helped shape the book into what it is today.

Dr. Lima talks to TAMU-CC about her experiences through poetry

October 25, 2021
The Dugan Gymnasium has been set up for required COVID-19 testing by the university and wrapped up it’s last week of testing.

COVID-19 Testing Wraps Up on Campus

September 22, 2021
Student Activities Coordinator Stacy Rowan assists an international student over the phone at TAMU-CC’s call center.

TAMU-CC classes go fully online amidst COVID-19 pandemic

March 19, 2020
CCRTA plans to post informational flyers around campus along with making a safety video to show riders how to safely ride the shuttle.

SURGE shuttle temporarily suspended due to safety concerns

March 2, 2020
A portion of the Bayside Parking Garage’s second floor has been reserved for ParkMobile visitors.

ParkMobile: Primo parking will cost you

February 21, 2020
SGA senate meeting recap 02-17-2020

SGA senate meeting recap 02-17-2020

February 20, 2020
SGA senate meeting recap 2-10-2020

SGA senate meeting recap 2-10-2020

February 12, 2020
SGA senate meeting 02-03-20

SGA senate meeting 02-03-20

February 5, 2020
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes (left) and safety Tyrann Mathieu celebrate their Super Bowl LIV victory after their last victory in 1970.

Chiefs rally in the end to win Super Bowl LIV

February 3, 2020
SGA senate meeting 01-27-20

SGA senate meeting 01-27-20

January 29, 2020
Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta gave a speech during the 2015 Coastal Bend Social Forum at Del Mar College. (Courtesy of Coastal Bend Social Forum/FACEBOOK)

Coastal Bend forum shines a light on activism and labor unions

January 29, 2020
Kedran Wade/ISLAND WAVES - J. Don Luna immerses himself in the role by taking a moment to process being “fired from his job” recently.

J. Don Luna immerses himself in student film made by seniors at TAMU-CC

November 25, 2019
Jonathan Garcia/ISLAND WAVES - One of the designated ParkMobile areas will be set in front of Classroom East starting this Fall. The parking garage plans to get rid of the gate that dispenses garage tickets for visitors in order to make way for ParkMobile zones in the future.

ParkMobile offers more parking for visitors at TAMU-CC

November 21, 2019
Illustration by Sierra Lutz

TAMU-CC recalls wacky finals excuses from students

November 20, 2019
Courtesy of the Counseling Center/TAMU-CC- Alison Marks explains to a student on what the pledge cards are about and informs her about bullying among the LGBT community and regular bullying.

Alison Marks stands against LGBTQ+ bullying

November 16, 2019
Photo archive contributed by Courtney Sacco/Corpus Christi Caller-Times (Photo featured on New York Times Article on Nov. 23, 2017) Nytimes.com - Many shoppers browsing through shoes getting a great price on them at JCPenney which will be open during Black Friday on Nov. 29.

Unnecessary aggression celebrated after giving thanks

November 16, 2019
Photo courtesy of PC Gamer - SAS Captain John Price leads his squad on a stealth operation to take down terrorists in Camden Town in “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.”

‘Modern Warfare’ review: Infinity Ward tackles terrors of war

November 16, 2019
Jonathan Garcia/ISLAND WAVES - Veterans Memorial High School sophomore Sunidhi Kulkarni performs for a group of many in attendance at the Diwali festival, getting in touch with her roots.

India Student Association celebrates Diwali at TAMU-CC

November 4, 2019
SGA meeting recap: 10/28

SGA meeting recap: 10/28

October 31, 2019
Illustration by Sierra Lutz/ISLAND WAVES

Caught in the Crossfire: Video games’ addition to violence is still unclear

October 31, 2019
Courtesy of Bron Studios/DC COMICS Joaquin Phoenix immerses himself as the “Joker” in DC Comics’ most talked about film that has garnered both controversy and strong Oscar buzz.

‘Joker’ review: DC delivers a dark, yet great conversation starter

October 31, 2019
Jonathan Garcia/ISLAND WAVES - Samuel Reyes goes for a nice swim after getting dunked in the dunk tank by a festival goer at the Columbian Food Festival.

Local church gives South Texas a taste of Colombia

October 31, 2019
Jonathan Garcia/ISLAND WAVES- Jacquelyn Scott (left) and Nicole Aman beg the minimum wage employer for a job to get by at the Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE).

TAMU-CC gives people an insight into a life of poverty

October 15, 2019
Jonathan Garcia/ISLANDWAVES - Beth Franz (left) holds her composure as Walgreens Pharmacist Michelle Soliz administers the flu shot to combat the flu.

TAMU-CC and Walgreens help students and faculty combat the flu

October 12, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves- Freshman Kayla Vasquez (left) and Freshman Sebastian Szpack paint their own alebrijes while Junior Karla Vasquez is fascinated by the color choices.

TAMU-CC students gather to paint their spirit animal

October 4, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves-Juggling duo Reid Belstock (left) juggles a set of clubs with Warren Hammond while having friendly banter in their show “SMIRK.”

Juggling duo gives TAMU-CC audience a “SMIRK”

October 2, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves- Mayra Zamora (from left), Andrea Montalvo-Hamid, Monica Garcia and Sandra Gonzalez stand for a photo with the mural.

Las Muralistas unveil finished mural for Hispanic Heritage Month

September 30, 2019
Illustration by Jolina Limary (Island Waves)

TAMU-CC club helps felines in need

September 25, 2019
Photos courtesy of ISLAND WAVES / Event attendees work hard into the evening to finish the mural.

TAMU-CC alums host mural painting for Hispanic Heritage Month

September 23, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves - Mitchell Jackson explains the game of “dumbbell races” as Jacob Martinez and Austin Brady link up together, playing the couple “pantstelope,” a couple obsessed with wearing pants.

Islander Improv begins semester with back to school show

September 16, 2019
MUA 3 - Spider-Man goes toe-to-toe against an Alpha Primitive in Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order, the newest exclusive title only available on the Nintendo Switch.

New games to help melt that fresh semester stress

September 5, 2019
Photos courtesy of Johnathan Garcia. Students wait over 40 minutes at the campus bookstore the first week classes.

Students waiting in unexpected long lines at campus bookstore

August 29, 2019
Courtesy of Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority. CCRTA closes Route 63 The Wave for new,on-call Route 93.

CCRTA stops bus route 63 and replaces with on-call service

August 23, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves; Adriana Chapa (right) watches Catherine Worley paint her oyster shell in the “Paint your own oyster” activity which was one of the many activities present at the event.

TAMU-CC swims to Brewster for Shark Week Live

August 2, 2019
Photo contributed by The Wrap/thewrap.com Aladdin (Mena Massoud) listens to Genie (Will Smith) on how to use his three wishes in Disney’s live-action remake of “Aladdin.”

A fun but bumpy magic carpet ride

May 31, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves Dept of Comm and Media - The students of Communications and Media standing together on stage as they are honored for their excellence in their respected categories.

TAMU-CC hosts 7th annual SAMC Awards

April 30, 2019
Image courtesy of Tim Hannah/Islander Athletics- Carlos Pedrosa Cuevas representing the Islanders in the men’s tennis match against the University of the Incarnate Word on April 9, their first win in the Southland Conference.

Islander Athletics spring update is promising

April 26, 2019
Photo courtesy of Rick Yeatts/TAMU-CC Media - Alexes Bryant moves the basketball down the court against Nicholls State in the Southland Conference Tournamnet in Katy, Texas.

Lady Islanders basketball season wraps up

April 26, 2019
Photo courtesy of Olivia Rook/TAMU-CC Media - Dustin Lacaze readies himself to strike out his opponent.

Player Spotlight: Dustin Lacaze, baseball

April 26, 2019
Photo contributed by Islander Green Team Green Team Garden - The Islander Green Team works together in the garden located near printing services and will be hosting an event there Friday, April 26, at 9:30 a.m. for Earth Week.

Islander Green Team kicking off Earth Week today

April 22, 2019
Photos by Jonathan Garcia/Island Waves Dr. Shane Gleason, assistant professor of political science at TAMU-CC explains the issue of race and law from the civil war onward in the Separate but Equal lecture on Friday, Feb. 22.

Discussing the issue of race from the past to today

March 18, 2019
Image courtesy of Yahoo.com, Julian Edelman- New England Patriots wide receiver and Super Bowl LIII MVP Julian Edelman celebrates the victory with his teammates and fans on the teams sixth Super Bowl win.

Super Bowl underwhelms, but not a complete failure

February 15, 2019
HOCO: student v. faculty game

HOCO: student v. faculty game

February 13, 2019
12 Wolves (Photo by Sara Krulwich/The New York Times, Contributed by The New York Times) - 12 Wolves will be set to perform at the Wilson Theatre at TAMU-CC Center for the Arts building at 7:30 p.m. April 15-20.

The stage is set for TAMU-CC Theatre department

February 9, 2019
Photo from goartivate.org) - Step Afrika! will be performing in the Performing Arts Center for the first time this year at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb 26 in celebration of Black History Month.

TAMU-CC music department and PAC lining up unforgettable performances

February 9, 2019
Homecoming week kicks off with Anchors Aweigh

Homecoming week kicks off with Anchors Aweigh

February 7, 2019
Image courtesy of Gamesrant.com. Resident Evil 2 has you take control of Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they fight to survive in Raccoon City after a zombie outbreak. The original was released on Playstation back in Jan. 21, 1998.

Capcom revisits horror classic 20 years later

January 27, 2019
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