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Schoolcraft Connection

Vera Lone proudly poses with her WorldSkills medals. Lone took 5th place. Photo courtesy of WorldSkillsUSA
Vera Lone perseveres and overcomes
American WorldSkills competitor takes an astounding fifth place
Jess Micheal, Editor-in-Chief • October 18, 2024

Schoolcraft has made it across the globe to Lyon, France for the WorldSkills competition. In our Schoolcraft kitchen, culinary legend Novirah "Vera" Lone practiced for weeks preparing for this intense...

Comfort dogs Copper and Starla proudly providing comfort and smiles to students (from left to right) Victoria Kerr, Reed Mulsoff, and Aubree Allie. Schoolcraft Police Lt. Matthew Mayes and Sgt.Carla Murray oversee.
Paws for a break
Amelia Curtis, Staff Writer • October 15, 2024

As students navigate the pressures of academic life, a new initiative is bringing a dose of joy and companionship to the campus. With their wagging...

Professional attire at suit-able prices
Professional attire at suit-able prices
Elizabeth Lux, Managing Editor • October 7, 2024

Those who are looking for professional attire, Schoolcraft has partnered with JCPenney to offer a remarkable 30% discount on select business...

New name, expanded service
New name, expanded service
Amelia Curtis, Staff Writer • September 19, 2024

The goal of every graduate is to find a job in the field they have studied. However, sometimes, that can be a challenging task. Schoolcraft has...

Student Employee Spotlight: Sanika Tailor
Student Employee Spotlight: Sanika Tailor
Celebrating student employees one month at time
Jess Micheal, Editor-in-Chief • October 23, 2024

For decades, the tradition has been to celebrate one student employee every year. Julie Hill, Director of Student Employment and Kathleen van Ruiten, Student Employment Office Assistant, decided once a...

(Left from right) Social Justice Collective Club President Nicole Wells and members  Michelle Torres, Sam Varble gather during the club meeting in the Vistatech Center, Lower Waterman.
The fight for social justice
Michelle Torres, Staff Writer • October 22, 2024

Earlier this year, the Social Justice Collective was established as a club for Schoolcraft students who are interested in analyzing and discussing social issues through mass media. Social Justice Collective...

Discover upcoming classical concerts that promise to leave a lasting impression
Discover upcoming classical concerts that promise to leave a lasting impression
Suezanna Barajas, Staff Writer • October 21, 2024

There are many faculty members at Schoolcraft College, but none are as remarkable as Dr. Fredrick Moss. Despite being visually impaired, Moss showcases incredible concerts. He grew up in Atlanta, Georgia,...

Linguistic club members and President Sam Varble (right) work on figuring out a puzzle on Langle during a recent club meeting.
Connected by language
Jess Micheal, Editor-in-Chief • September 23, 2024

In February of 2024, Linguistics Club President, Sam Varble had the idea of forming a group after hearing many people speaking about language, they identified that many did not have the language to explain.  “I...

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Student Employee Spotlight: Sanika Tailor
Student Employee Spotlight: Sanika Tailor
Jess Micheal, Editor-in-Chief • October 23, 2024

For decades, the tradition has been to celebrate one student employee every year. Julie Hill, Director...

(Left from right) Social Justice Collective Club President Nicole Wells and members  Michelle Torres, Sam Varble gather during the club meeting in the Vistatech Center, Lower Waterman.
The fight for social justice
Michelle Torres, Staff Writer • October 22, 2024

Earlier this year, the Social Justice Collective was established as a club for Schoolcraft students who...

The Schoolcraft Men's Soccer team pose for a team photo after clinching the NJCAA Region XII Division II Men’s Soccer Championship on Sunday, November 3, 2024 in Marysville, Michigan. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft Athletics).
Three-peat
Shin Nakamura, Sports Editor • November 4, 2024

For the third consecutive year, The Schoolcraft Men’s Soccer Team were crowned the Region XII Division...

Schoolcraft Hockey Head Coach Dan Phelps talks to his players during a time out in the third period against Trine University on September 28, 2024 at Mike Modano Ice Arena in Westland, Michigan. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
Building a culture
Shin Nakamura, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

Imagine this: You’re standing in the middle of Little Caesars Arena, the crowd screaming at the top...

The Schoolcraft Men's Ice Hockey team defeated Indiana Tech 7-1 on October 25, 2024 at Mike Modano Ice Arena in Westland, Michigan.This is the Ocelots 7 straight win. Their record is 7-1 overall.
Lucky seven
October 29, 2024

The Schoolcraft Ocelots Men's Hockey team improves to 7-1 on the season after a dominant defeat over...

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Your Hogwarts acceptance letter has arrived!
Your Hogwarts acceptance letter has arrived!
“Hogwarts Legacy” brings home the magic for an entrancing interactive experience
Elizabeth Lux, Managing Editor • October 28, 2024

“Hogwarts Legacy” Genre: Action, Role Playing Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One and Microsoft...

Sorrowing spirit seeks serenity
Sorrowing spirit seeks serenity
Elizabeth Lux, Managing Editor • October 25, 2024

“The Sweet By-and-By” By Sara Evans, Rachel Hauck Genre: Fantasy Romance, Christian Fiction, Religious Fiction Available in Kindle store, Audible, Audiobooks, Google Play Books, Hardcover and Paperback First Published: Jan. 5, 2010  Rating:...

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Unexpected perspective
Jess Micheal, Editor-in-Chief • October 24, 2024

Joker: Folie à Deux Run time: 2h 18m Rated R for strong violence, language throughout, some sexuality, and brief full nudity. Genre: drama, musical, dark Trigger warnings: Strong violence, sexual and physical abuse Rating: 5 out 10    The...

“Criminal Minds” for the young adult
“Criminal Minds” for the young adult
Sara Mallory, Staff Writer • September 26, 2024

The Naturals Author: Jennifer Lynn Barnes Genres: YA mystery, thriller, fiction Originally published: Nov. 5th, 2013 Trigger warnings: Gun violence, general violence RATING: 3.5/5 Ever heard of judging a book by its cover? This book has.  In...

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Is A.I the future of photography?
Alexis Morris, Photo Editor • October 31, 2024

A few decades back who would have thought that there would be self-driving cars like Tesla, robots like Roomba that help vacuum the floors of your home. What about a virtual assistant who helps solve any of your requests without having to type it on your...

The Collective Pen: Supreme spooky season sips
The Collective Pen: Supreme spooky season sips
Connection Editorial Staff October 23, 2024

The entrancing warming of nature’s colors, graceful falling leaves and welcoming fall breeze signal the time to indulge in the coziness of...

A helping hand
A helping hand
Pili Estevez, Layout and Design Editor • September 30, 2024

Starting college is a big step for anyone, but for international students like myself, the challenges are even greater.  Adjusting to...

The Collective Pen: Welcome back students
The Collective Pen: Welcome back students
Connection Editorial Staff September 27, 2024

We all begin as new students, and we may not know all the ins and outs of college. Either you are freshly graduated from high school or have...

The Schoolcraft Men's Ice Hockey team defeated Indiana Tech 7-1 on October 25, 2024 at Mike Modano Ice Arena in Westland, Michigan.This is the Ocelots 7 straight win. Their record is 7-1 overall.
Lucky seven
October 29, 2024

The Schoolcraft Ocelots Men's Hockey team improves to 7-1 on the season after a dominant defeat over Indiana Tech's D2...

Schoolcraft College Ocelots fall to Mott in three sets, 3-0, during Sophomore Night on October 16, 2024 at Schoolcraft College.
Ocelots drop three sets to Mott on Sophomore Night
October 21, 2024

 

Just a group of ghosts hanging out on Schoolcraft campus.
A Haunting on Schoolcraft
Tala Wehbe and Matt Wilder October 11, 2024

  Schoolcraft Connection Editor team decided the ghost trend would be a good way to celebrate the fall season...

Two students play a little one-on-one during Rec Night on October 3, 2024.
How do you Rec?
October 7, 2024

Students, staff, faculty and community members got to participate in an after hours Rec Night sponsored by the Schoolcraft...