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(Left to Right) Students Paul Novak, Brandon Fillenworth, Professor Gerry Lickey and Willlie Simmons discussing the switch battery building.
Revving up change
Schoolcraft powers up with new electric vehicle program
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2025

Schoolcraft is always discovering new ways to provide new and innovative curriculum for the future, and electric vehicle engineering is not going to be left behind. Through many partnerships with industries...

Phi Theta Kappa president Elvis Veliu is the 2025 campus compact student leadership award reciepient. Veliu is one of six students nationally honored with this award.
Not compact on impact
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • February 17, 2025

Elvis Veliu wasn’t expecting to even be considered for the 2025 Campus Compact Student Leadership Award when Phi Theta Kappa Omicron Iota Advisor...

Schoolcraft College Police Lieutenant Matthew Mayes (center) explains the SC Safe app to students. The newly launched app aims to support
student safety.
Safety first
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • January 28, 2025

Since the start of Dr. Glenn Cerny’s presidency in 2020, he and the Schoolcraft College Police Department have worked endlessly to make sure...

Elevate your College experience
Elevate your College experience
Elvis Veliu, Correspondant • November 20, 2024

The digital age is incredibly fast-paced, and this can make managing college life feel overwhelming, whether it be keeping up with course schedules,...

Graphic by Andrew Husken
Creating Solidarity
United for a Dream becomes a safe space for Latine and/or Hispanic students
Michelle Torres, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025

As the year drags on, there have been many anxieties about the current socio-economic climate in the country. Some communities have been hit harder than others, but it is during times of fear and crisis...

Communication Professor Christina Stansell- Weaver makes her COMA 103 class fun and engaging.
Speech, STEAM and students
Stephanie Polys, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025

Throughout her career, Professor Christina Stansell-Weaver has meaningfully reached her students, sparking confidence in public speaking and essential communications skills. With extensive teaching experience...

Members of the Albanian Club gather for a group photo at Albanian Culture Night in 2024. (Photo courtesy of the Albanian Club)
Welcome to Albania!
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • February 20, 2025

After attending the Multicultural fair on campus in 2024, student Elmedina Zekaj felt there was a need to share her Albanian culture on campus. Zekaj is a proud Albanian and this is shared amongst her...

Earth Science professor 
Amy Parsons, right, works one-on-one with one of her students during her Earth 110 class inside the Forum Building.
Connecting the content
Stephanie Polys, Staff Writer • February 19, 2025

Professor Amy Parsons has been an earth science instructor at Schoolcraft College for five years. In her time, she has combined her passion and profound experience to cultivate a classroom that not only...

The Mocktail Party took place on March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lower Level of the Vistatech Center, offering attendees a fun, alcohol-free social experience with creative mocktails and engaging activities.
Sip, socialize, and celebrate: Mocktail Party brings fun to campus
March 14, 2025

  The annual Mocktail Party took place on March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lower Level...

Simple, tasty and affordable
Simple, tasty and affordable
Rachel Calhoun, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

No matter what time of year, the taste of a sweet-chilled dessert is always the way to go. With its delicate...

Wednesday Noon Jazz and Classical Concerts featuring Hannah Hammel Maser, flute took place on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in the Kehrl Auditorium inside the Vistatech Center.
Wednesday Noon Jazz & Classical Concert Series featuring Hannah Hammer Maser, flute
February 26, 2025

  On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Schoolcraft hosted a mesmerizing performance by Hannah...

The Ocelots hosted Lansing Community College for a doubleheader on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Despite the efforts, Schoolcraft dropped both games, (16-10 and 8-2) to Lansing at the Old Ball Park in Detroit, Michigan.
Ocelots drop two against Lansing
March 17, 2025

  Lansing Community College outpaces Schoolcraft in high-scoring battle Lansing Community...

Schoolcraft beat Calvin College 7-4 on Saturday, February 22 at Mike Modano Arena in Westland Michigan. This was the final game of the season for the Ocelots. The team ended he season 22-6 overall.
Ocelots close out season with 7-4 win over Calvin College
February 24, 2025

  Schoolcraft capped off their season in style with a 7-4 victory over Calvin College on Saturday,...

The Ocelots lost to Calvin College 6-3 at the Eagles Ice Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Friday, February 21, 2025.
Not so grand
February 22, 2025

  The Schoolcraft Men's Hockey travelled west to Grand Rapids to face Calvin College in game...

Graphic by Andrew Husken
Out of the mist
A tale of revolutionaries and romance
Sarah Mallory, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025

“Mistborn” Genre: High fantasy, Romance Available in: Paperback, eBook, Google Play Books and Audiobook Published: July 17, 2006 Trigger Warnings:...

Photo courtesy of Marvel
A superpowered showdown or just another hero brawler
Noah Moore, Staff Writer • March 28, 2025

“MARVEL RIVALS” Initial release date: December 6, 2024 Platforms: Windows, PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X/S Mode: Singleplayer, Third Person & Survival Genres: PvP, Competitive, Multiplayer & Hero Shooter Rating: 9 out of 10  If...

Graphic by Andrew Husken
Michigan’s must-see summer events
Kayden Lumley, Staff Writer • March 27, 2025

Looking for fun things to go to over the summer? There’s plenty to do here in Michigan! Make sure to mark you calendars for these upcoming events.   Ann Arbor African American Festival   June 7 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 4th Ave &...

Simple, tasty and affordable
Simple, tasty and affordable
Rachel Calhoun, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

No matter what time of year, the taste of a sweet-chilled dessert is always the way to go. With its delicate pastry shell, creamy custard filling, and vibrant fresh fruit covered in an apricot glaze, this beloved Italian cuisine could be the highlight...

The Collective Pen: Thank you
The Collective Pen: Thank you
Connection Editorial Staff April 1, 2025

We all hope that throughout our time on this earth we will find what inspires us. Muses are what fills our hearts with hope and sparks the creativity within ourselves. The Connection Editors came together for our very last issue to collectively speak...

Pranked for the Prize
Pranked for the Prize
Izabella Allie, Content Manager • February 25, 2025

Mornings are rough, especially the ones that require chauffeuring a middle schooler before sunrise. However, on the April 5, 2024 aka Opening...

Beating winter blues
Beating winter blues
Sarah Mallory, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

We are in the depths of winter where loneliness and depression rates increase drastically. It is normal for many people to go through periods...

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Open heart, open mind
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • December 2, 2024

I never thought that when I came to Schoolcraft in the Fall of 2023, I would be learning much more than academics.  As we all know, there...

Emily Bauman, Emily Pietraszewski, and Megan Tousignant share a presentation on The Impact of Visible Public Art for a Thriving Community at STEAM@Schoolcraft which returned for its sixth year. This year's event on Friday, March 21, 2025, inside the McDowell Student Center. 
The event ran from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. 
This Year’s Theme: Bridging Disciplines, Building Futures.
STEAM@Schoolcraft returns for a sixth year
March 24, 2025

  Schoolcraft College’s annual STEAM@Schoolcraft event is back for its sixth year, inviting students, faculty,...

The Ocelots hosted Lansing Community College for a doubleheader on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Despite the efforts, Schoolcraft dropped both games, (16-10 and 8-2) to Lansing at the Old Ball Park in Detroit, Michigan.
Ocelots drop two against Lansing
March 17, 2025

  Lansing Community College outpaces Schoolcraft in high-scoring battle Lansing Community College surged past...

The Mocktail Party took place on March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lower Level of the Vistatech Center, offering attendees a fun, alcohol-free social experience with creative mocktails and engaging activities.
Sip, socialize, and celebrate: Mocktail Party brings fun to campus
March 14, 2025

  The annual Mocktail Party took place on March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lower Level of the Vistatech...

Wednesday Noon Jazz and Classical Concerts featuring Hannah Hammel Maser, flute took place on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in the Kehrl Auditorium inside the Vistatech Center.
Wednesday Noon Jazz & Classical Concert Series featuring Hannah Hammer Maser, flute
February 26, 2025

  On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Schoolcraft hosted a mesmerizing performance by Hannah Hammel Maser, flute,...