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ScaryLand is, um …, SCARY fun!

Jasmyne Chapman, Staff Writer October 14, 2015

Experiencing haunted houses takes a certain level of bravery, to some it’s nothing, but for someone like me going to a haunted house is a test of endurance. I took to Wisconsin ScaryLand to do just that....

Midterm mania help found in the library

Kris Glodoski Wolf October 14, 2015

It is official, autumn is here and the fall semester is in full-swing at Madison College. Fall on any of our campuses is lovely: the weather cools, we break out our sweaters and hats, and find ourselves...

Nurse shares experience battling Ebola

Mouna Algahaithi, News Editor October 14, 2015

Last year, countries in West Africa were devastated by the world’s longest and largest Ebola outbreak in history. Liberia had it the worst, hitting it’s peak from August to September 2014, where 300...

Video Production Club hopes to roll soon

Stephanie Riedel, Staff Writer October 14, 2015

Madison College has a new club to add to its already impressive roster: the Video Production Club. The club began as a television production club, but never got its feet off the ground. Maxwell Schulte,...

New effort begins to curb sexual violence

Mary Joan Nastri, Staff Writer October 14, 2015

On Jan. 2014, the White House Task Force on Campus Sexual Assault published a report titled, “Not Alone,” for colleges and universities in an effort to confront the multiple incidences of sexual violence...

Alia Gurtov inside the Rising Star cave where the new species Homo naledi was discovered.

Shining light of discovery

MJ Mathy, Staff Writer October 13, 2015

Editors note: Writer MJ Mathy has a personal connection to Alia Gurtov and had the opportunity to interview her about her time in Africa. What comes to mind when you think of a scientist? Brains? An...

Cathryn Mellender of Ballet Folklorico Zihua performs a traditional Mexican dance in costumes made by Ballet Folklorico Zihua Director Dulce Mellender.

Hundreds in city celebrate Mexican Independence Day

Mouna Algahaithi, News Editor October 1, 2015

The aroma of corn tortillas and cilantro filled the parking lot of the Mallards Baseball Stadium. Traditional musical instruments like the marimba and the guitarrón mexicano kissed the air as attendees...

Therapeutic massage instructor Amy Nicholson, center, leads a Mindful Meditation group during a 30-minute session at the Health Education Building.

Relax your mind by meditating

Jessica J. Ayala, Staff Writer October 1, 2015

Meditation is a practice that teaches you to turn your attention away from distracting thoughts allowing for concentration on the moment. It is often done by resting in a relaxing pose and focusing on...

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Karen Saari’s first play to be staged at UW

Antonia Villalon, Staff Writer October 1, 2015

Karen Saari, a copywriter in communications and strategic marketing, is one of Madison’s newest playwrights. Her first full-length play, written solo, has been chosen to be performed as a staged reading...

Taking the green route to school

Brighid Monahan, Staff Writer October 1, 2015

“Morning,”I say to the driver as I board the 8:15 a.m. bus enroute to Madison College. The driver smiles. “How’s school going?” he asks, the way he does every morning when I get on and swipe...

Muslim community mourns lives lost in Hajj tragedy

Mouna Algahaithi, News Editor October 1, 2015

If you were driving around town on Sept. 24, you may have noticed an abundance of Muslims dressed in fancy clothing, ranging from sparkly dresses to traditional wraps and turbans. Thousands of Muslims...

Veterans Club offers support

Alyssa Washington, Staff Writer October 1, 2015

The Veterans Club mission is to provide a place for veterans to transition to civilian life, create friendships and to build a strong community among veterans. Along with coffee, the club also offers fun...

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