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Ed Glimme demonstrates self-defense with partner Caitlin Beigler what to do if pinned against a wall.

Self-defense class promotes greater awareness of safety

Stephanie Beirne Leuer, Social Media Editor April 10, 2014

Madison College’s South Campus held a self-defense class March, 29. The class, hosted by the Program and Activities Council (PAC) staff, was taught by martial arts instructor Ed Glimme and his training...

Candidates sought for upcoming Student Senate election

Marisa Comeau-Kerege, Staff Writer April 10, 2014

Student Senate is now accepting applications for its upcoming election. Five officer positions, including president, are open as well as five senator positions. Kristin Zeier, the current vice president...

Carpool parking available on Truax Campus

Betsy Osterberger, News Editor April 10, 2014

At the beginning of Spring 2014, the Public Safety Office created 20 carpool spots in the student parking lot near the Health Education Building on the Truax Campus. A group of students sowed the seeds...

Volunteers sought to help with college’s Thank-a-Thon events

Stephanie Beirne Leuer, Social Media Editor April 10, 2014

On April 29, Madison College will hold a Thank-a-Thon as a way to show gratitude to the local taxpayers who approved the “Smart Future” building referendum. Voters passed the referendum on the first...

Philosophy course offerings growing at Madison College

Ellie Dahlquist, Outreach Coordinator April 10, 2014

Thirty people at Madison College’s Truax campus were asked what came to mind when they heard the word, “argument.” Their answers ranged from fighting, to discussion, to parameters in a function for...

Campus updates for April 9, 2014

Clarion staff April 10, 2014

Global Showcase takes place April 10 The Center for International Education (CIE), the World Students Association and United Common Ground, are hosting the fifth Annual Global Showcase April 10 from...

Off the Shelf: Celebrate National Library Week

Julie Gores, Library Director April 10, 2014

That annual rite of spring, National Library Week, April 13-19, is upon us once again. It is a week when librarians all over the world celebrate the difference they make in the lives of individuals and...

Initiating change

New academic plan more than a document

Betsy Osterberger, News Editor April 9, 2014

It’s reflexive. It’s adaptive. It’s responsive. It’s the 2014-2018 Madison College Impact Initiative. This academic plan is coming at a time when such documents typically collect dust on...

A group of WiscAMP scholars from Madison College visit the ACS Manufacturing Facility.

WiscAMP program seeks to challenge inequities

Fanta Sylla, Copy Editor April 9, 2014

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields are predominantly male and white. A 2010 report from the National Science Foundation shows that underrepresented minorities earn only 12.6...

Madison College instructor Suzanne Daly had the chance to work with Eddie Spence, who has decorated cakes for British royalty.

Icing on the Cake: Teacher learns from famed decorator

Stephanie Beirne Leuer, Social Media Editor March 26, 2014

When the call came in, Baking and Decorative Arts instructor Suzanne Daly was beside herself. She had baked since she was a girl and had created her first wedding cake at age 12. Now the top sugar artist...

Students learn lessons from study abroad in Jamaica

Stephanie Beirne Leuer, Social Media Editor March 26, 2014

Imagine a typical morning as a Madison College student. A full parking lot as you pull up to campus on a cold day. Your backpack is heavy with a laptop and textbooks as you trudge to class against the...

Honors program added to offerings this fall

Fanta Sylla, Copy Editor March 26, 2014

Starting fall 2014, students at Madison College will be able to participate in an honors program. The model for this particular program is based on projects. Dr. Julia Haseleu, a psychology instructor...

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