by Ben Bolstrum | Staff Writer Registration for spring, summer and fall 2020 semesters are now open and students are encouraged to visit WebAdvisor to view available classes. Spring classes will begin May 9; summer classes, July 6; and fall classes Aug. 31. Historically, classes must be paid for within three days of enrollment, but […]
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Campus life in wake of global disaster Photos by Jihad Muhammad | Photo Editor Just a few days after students, faculty and staff returned from Spring Break and were just getting back into the swing of things, COVID-19 started to fill the air and the state of Michigan announced its first two cases of the […]
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Culinarian extends expertise into growing businesses by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Photos courtesy of Ken Damphousse Since his graduation from Schoolcraft’s Culinary Arts Program in 2008, former chef and current analyst, Ken Damphousse, has certainly made busywork of selling himself and his culinary skills to fill more than people’s famished stomachs. Similar to […]
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Learning Center to offer remote academic services during campus closure by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Photos courtesy of Schoolcraft College Even in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, Schoolcraft College and the Learning Center continue to go the extra mile to ensure Ocelots’ academic success. This is exemplified by the remote tutoring services […]
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by Chantele Fox | Editor-in-Chief Photos by Jihad Muhammad | Photo Editor Under Executive Order No. 2020-9 and acting under the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, enacted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, it was announced that all libraries within the state of Michigan are to temporarily close in order to ease the spread of […]
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by Clarisa Russenberger | Managing Editor Photo courtesy of Schoolcaft College Schoolcraft has joined the growing list of colleges and universities across the state and country announcing that all events, including the Spring Commencement Ceremony, are canceled through May 16 in an effort to control the spread of the Coronavirus. In a statement released by […]
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International Agenda to sponsor Art and Writing Contest By Elyse Salmon | Staff Writer The International Agenda at Schoolcraft is calling all students interested in submitting writing and art that grapple with global, cultural and international issues with a personal flair of creativity and originality. The deadline to submit is April 6 and all students […]
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Schoolcraft faculty member wins Golden Jigger award by Ben Bolstrum | Staff Writer Photos courtesy of Annette May & beerones.com If someone were to ask Annette May about her job, she would tell them that there is much more to it than meets the eye. May is a faculty member in the Brewing & Distillation […]
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Student-led professional development conference set for March 27 By Emma Reeves | Staff Writer Due to the recent health concerns, STEAMz Schoolcraft Student-Led Conference is postponed to the later, tentative date of June 12, 2020. More information and updates can be found on the STEAMz website: http://www.schoolcraft.edu/steamz In a world driven by the latest discoveries […]
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PBS looking for students to participate in documentary by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Photo courtesy of comicvine.gamespot.com Ocelots, prepare to see your name rolling in lights because PBS is now accepting applications for 3 students from ages 18 to 21 to feature in an upcoming world history documentary. Applications are currently open and […]
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Black Student Union to host ‘speakeasy’ as tribute to black history by Chika Uzosike | Staff Writer Take a trip back in time and join the Black Student Union (BSU) as they host a 70s themed speakeasy talent show and dance Feb. 26 from 6 to 11p.m. in Lower Waterman of the VisTaTech Center. Its […]
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Alumnus, Reva Constantine-Smith, reflects on her culinary journey by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Photo courtesy of freep.com & groupon.com Since her graduation in 2000, Reva Constantine-Smith has never forgotten her own slice of humble pie, beginning that would ultimately lead to her becoming an executive chef at Great Lakes Culinary Center in Southfield. […]
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Phi Theta Kappa searches for 2020-2021-chapter officers by Ben Bolstrum | Staff Writer Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is now accepting applications for officer positions for the 2020- 2021 school year. There are currently 7 positions available which include chapter President and Vice President, as well as Secretary, VP of Scholarship, VP of Service, VP of […]
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Mentoring program helps first-generation college students by Josiah Thomas | News Editor Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft College First-year students, particularly those who are the first in their families to go to college, have been given a gift courtesy of Academic Success Coaches Dr. Carmen Wilson and professor Ali Pavlicek. This gift is the Scholars Taking […]
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Bubble Soccer returns to the St. Joe’s Sports Dome by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Calling all Ocelots! Gather some friends and head to the St. Joe’s Sports Dome Feb. 21 from 12- 2 p.m. to try to burst each others bubbles while striving to win a match of Bubble Soccer. “This is the […]
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“Sylvia” is a hilarious and touching play about love, marriage and a dog by Antoine Marshall, Staff Writer Schoolcraft’s theatre department held performances of the A.R Gurney comedy, Sylvia, which focuses on a young couple and their relationship with a dog, Jan. 24 through Feb. 1. Director Paul Beer did an amazing job casting this […]
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Environmentally Friendly Club to hold birdhouse building event by Elyse Salmon | Staff Writer Come and join the Environmentally Friendly Club in participating in a small act of kindness for nature as they build birdhouse during their “Build a Birdhouse” event. This event will be held Jan. 29 from 1 to 2 p.m. in Conference […]
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Walking Taco fundraiser to assist Radcliff food pantry by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Come visit the Lower Waterman and celebrate Taco Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. To recognize the day, chili will be prepared by Schoolcraft faculty and made into walking tacos to purchase for $3. “We started this […]
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Blood drive returns Jan. 28 during supply crisis by Emma Reeves | Staff Writer January is National Blood Donor month and Southeast Michigan blood banks are in desperate need of donors. Currently, one of the largest banks in the Midwest, Versiti Blood Center, is operating at a half-day supply level. Should there be more accidents […]
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Professor Nancy Anter wins Educator of the Year award by Ben Bolstrum | Staff Writer Photo by Jihad Muhammad | Photo Editor Professors can inspire students to try their best in the classroom. The National Organization for Student Success (NOSS) mission is this and has awarded Schoolcraft Professor Nancy Anter with the 2019 Educator of […]
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National conference offers female students opportunity to enhance leadership skills by Madison Ling | Campus Life Editor Photo courtesy of tutorialspoint.com Are you a woman serious about creating a meaningful impact on campus, mobilizing your community and want to prepare yourself for personal and professional success after graduation? Consider attending the National Conference for College […]
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