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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...

Patrons purchasing ceramic items at the Empty Bowl Luncheon. This years event is set for Dec. 5. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
Hands in clay, hearts in giving
Empty Bowl Luncheon set for December 5
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • November 22, 2024

The Empty Bowl Luncheon will be held in the Wilson Room, outside Henry’s Café, Thursday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Schoolcraft’s food pantry.  In the fall semester...

Students Abel Thompson (back) and Zephyr Umahag (front)look through clothing rack at local thrift store.
Combining fashion and sustainability
Michelle Torres, Staff Writer • November 21, 2024

The Sustainable Fashion Club is one of the new opportunities the Schoolcraft campus offers to students who want to make an impact within the community.  The club provides a platform for students to...

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 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...

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,...

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...

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...

Schoolcraft Men’s Basketball Head Coach EJ Haralson talks to his player during a time out. Haralson is entering his third year as head coach and focuses on instilling confidence within his players. (Photo Courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
Leadership and vision
Shin Nakamura, Sports Editor • November 29, 2024

The success of every great team has a greater leader. Former New England Patriots Coach Bill Belicheck...

The heart of a runner
The heart of a runner
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • November 26, 2024

For the second straight year, Cross Country runner, Noah Walters, qualified for Nationals. Representing...

Head Coach Jaison George of the Schoolcraft Women’s Volleyball Team speaks to his players during a time out.  He has a motto of never give up. (photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College)
Resilience and role models
Shin Nakamura, Sports Editor • November 21, 2024

Volleyball is one of the biggest sports in the Summer Olympics, known for its intense hand-eye coordination,...

A gritty fairytale
A gritty fairytale
The Wolf Among Us: Is a noir of fear and fantasy made into a fairytale
Noah Moore, Staff Writer • November 27, 2024

“The Wolf Among Us” Initial release date: October 11, 2013 Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 & 5 Mode: Singleplayer, Choose Your Adventure,...

Halloween Town revived in a new twisted tale
Halloween Town revived in a new twisted tale
Elizabeth Lux, Managing Editor • November 25, 2024

“Sally’s Lament: A Twisted Tale” By: Mari Mancusi Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy, Fiction and Romance Available in: Hardcover, eBook, Google Play Books and Audiobook First Published: Oct. 8, 2024  Rating: 9.5 / 10 stars  Embrace the gloomy...

Your Hogwarts acceptance letter has arrived!
Your Hogwarts acceptance letter has arrived!
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 Windows ,Steam and Epic Games Store Modes: Single player Initial release date: February 10, 2023  Rating:...

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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Open heart, open mind
What are the processes international students go through?
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 are hundreds of international students on Schoolcraft’s campus; we are classmates, colleagues and genuine friends....

Connection companions
Connection companions
Connection Editorial Staff November 28, 2024

From land to sea, there are plenty of pets that could use a loving home. Pets can make wonderful additions to any family, contributing unconditional...

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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...

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...

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...