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The Student News Site of Schoolcraft College

Schoolcraft Connection

Elevate your College experience
Elevate your College experience
College to implement student relationship management system to better serve its students academic journey
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, accessing resources or getting timely academic support....

Schoolcraft Culinary Arts student, Kristal Davis, poses for a photo as a contestant on Wheel of Fortune. (Photo courtesy of Wheel of Fortune)
Culinary Arts student whips up a chance of a lifetime
Amelia Curtis, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

Although she didn’t win the million dollars, it was a million-dollar experience according to Culinary Arts student Kristal Davis, who had a...

A rendering of the future Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace that will be built in the North Parking Lot on campus. (photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
A groundbreaking collaboration
Alexander Dyga, Staff Writer • November 18, 2024

Construction is set to begin soon for an expansion of Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace on Schoolcraft College’s campus. The local premium...

Vera Lone proudly poses with her WorldSkills medals. Lone took 5th place. Photo courtesy of WorldSkillsUSA
Vera Lone perseveres and overcomes
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...

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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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...

Double Trouble
Double Trouble
Shin Nakamura, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Do you know the history of great soccer duos that have graced the world’s pitch? Players like Lionel...

The Schoolcraft Women's Soccer team celebrates after they find out they will be going to the National Tournament Huntsville, AL. The team received an at-large-bid by the NJCAA selection committee. (photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
Going to Nationals
Shin Nakamura, Sports Editor • November 14, 2024

The Schoolcraft Women’s Soccer Team is going to NJCAA Division II Women’s Soccer National tournament...

Schoolcraft Men's Hockey defeats Central Michigan University 8-4 on November 9, 2024.
Schoolcraft Men’s Hockey secures 8-4 win over Central Michigan
November 10, 2024

Scoring the Ocelots were Andrew Evans (2), Logan Tripp (2), Jerome Pegrum, Kyle Janis (2),  and...

The Schoolcraft Ocelots Mens Hockey team defeats Central Michigan University 8-1 on November 8, 2024 at Mike Modano Arena in Westland, Michigan.
Schoolcraft dominates Central Michigan 8-1 in impressive victory
November 9, 2024

    For complete box score go to https://www.achahockey.org/stats/game-center/21698

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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...

Schoolcraft Men's Hockey defeats Central Michigan University 8-4 on November 9, 2024.
Schoolcraft Men’s Hockey secures 8-4 win over Central Michigan
November 10, 2024

Scoring the Ocelots were Andrew Evans (2), Logan Tripp (2), Jerome Pegrum, Kyle Janis (2),  and Andrew Elliot. Goaltender...

The Schoolcraft Ocelots Mens Hockey team defeats Central Michigan University 8-1 on November 8, 2024 at Mike Modano Arena in Westland, Michigan.
Schoolcraft dominates Central Michigan 8-1 in impressive victory
November 9, 2024

    For complete box score go to https://www.achahockey.org/stats/game-center/21698

The Schoolcraft Men's Hockey team beats Concordia 7-3 on November 6, 2024 at Mike Modano Arena in Westland, Michigan.
Ocelots clip Cardinals, 7-3
November 7, 2024

For complete box score go to https://www.achahockey.org/stats/game-center/21697

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...