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Schoolcraft Connection

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
Phi Theta Kappa president receives Campus Compact Leadership Award
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 and Director of Student Activities, Todd Stowell and...

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,...

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...

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!
Student club looks to cultivate a community of culture
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...

Schoolcraft Culniary Arts student Avery Hill was crowned Miss Michigan Collegiate and will now move on to take part in Miss Collegiate America from June 28 to July 5 in Little Rock, Arkansas. (Photo courtesy of Avery Hill)
Transforming Through Pageantry and advocacy
Taylor Campbell, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025

Avery Hill, a first-year student in Schoolcraft College’s award-winning culinary program, is not only shaping her future in the kitchen but also making a mark in the pageant world as the reigning Miss...

William Ugorji proudly standing with his student of the month award.
Student Employee Spotlight: William Ugorji
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • February 5, 2025

In Oct. 2023 William Ugorji, a science major and pre-nursing student, began working in Schoolcraft’s labs. His main focus for his science major is biology with the goal of either becoming a physician’s...

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...

The Schoolcraft Recreation Services Department held its Rec Night on February 20, 2025 inside the Physical Education Building and the Trinity Elite Sports Center from 9-11 p.m.

Visitors could play pickleball, basketball, volleyball, racketball, and use the fitness center after hours.
How do you Rec?
February 22, 2025

  The Schoolcraft Recreation Services Department held its Rec Night on February 20, 2025...

In my restless dreams, there is Silent Hill
In my restless dreams, there is Silent Hill
Noah Moore, Staff Writer • February 21, 2025

“Silent Hill 2” Initial release date: October 8, 2024 Platforms: Windows & PlayStation 5 Mode:...

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...

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...

In my restless dreams, there is Silent Hill
In my restless dreams, there is Silent Hill
Noah Moore, Staff Writer • February 21, 2025

“Silent Hill 2” Initial release date: October 8, 2024 Platforms: Windows & PlayStation 5 Mode: Singleplayer, Third Person & Survival Genres: Psychological Horror, Story Rich, Third Person & Survival Horror Rating: 9.9 out of 10 The...

Amazon Prime Video
A savage spotlight exposes crooked heroes
Noah Moore, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

“The Boys Season Two” Genre: Action-drama, Dark Comedy & Crime Fiction Released: September 4, 2020 Runtime: 55-70 mins Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Amazon Freevee  Rating: 9.5/10 Stars “The following review contains...

Burn before reading
Sara Mallory, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

“This is How You Lose The Time War” By: Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone Genre: Science Fiction, LGBTQ+, Epistolary, Romance Trigger Warnings: War, Animal Killing, Gore, Self-Harm, Torture, General Violence, Rape (mentioned), Sucide (mentioned) Available...

Let your voice be heard
Let your voice be heard
Community College Survey of Student Engagement looks for student feedback
March 10, 2025

Your voice matters! Schoolcraft College wants your input. Every year at this time, students across the nation take part in the Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE). In appreciation for your input, by completing the survey you will...

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...

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,...

The 3rd Annual Black Excellence in the Arts Awards Ceremony took place on Thursday, February 20, 2025 in the Vistatech Center, Sutherland Room. This years event showcased the winning the Arts Awards Contest event nominees and their work, alongside this year's Trail Blazer and Pathfinder Award winners in celebration of Black History Month's 2025 theme:"Let the Light Rise in the Darkness."
3rd Annual Black Excellence in the Arts Awards Ceremony
February 24, 2025

  The 3rd Annual Black Excellence in the Arts Awards Ceremony took place on Thursday, February 20, 2025 in the...