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The new college president, Dr. Jennifer Berne, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on March 31.
Berne tells of her journey from faculty member to provost
Dr. Tim Casper, Madison College’s interim president and a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on April 2.
Casper shares his experience, vision during student forum
Dr. Dawn Crim, a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on March 24.
Crim shares what makes her a good fit for Madison College
Dr. Charles W. Lepper, a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on March 27.
Lepper tells students about his educational journey
Social media and body image
Social media and body image
Suada Murseli and her family pose for a photo in front of the Big Ben Clock tower in the UK.
The toll of being a stay-at-home student mom
Image generated by Balaji "Abi" Abishek using ChatGPT 4o image generator.
AI vision model changing how machines see
Confessions of a binge-watcher
Confessions of a binge-watcher
A sinister toy monkey returns to the family he haunted long ago in “The Monkey.” (Neon/TNS)
‘The Monkey’ shows some toys should never be played with
The HAWS mascot poses at one of the many booths raising money for charity.
Furries raise money for HAWS charity at annual convention
“Punch-Drunk Love” is an example of autism portrayal in a movie.
Portrayals of autism in film can be outdated
1989 Indiana Jones game continues to hold up well
Rylee Rogers rounds first base after a hit against South Suburban College during a game at home on March 28.
WolfPack softball is off to a strong start this season
Madison College women’s basketball coach Angel Whetstone speaks to her team during a game this past season. The WolfPack showed strong improvement in Whetstone’s second year at the helm.
Team shows solid improvement in Whetstone’s second season
Madison College’s Chris Calico (10) hits a ground ball, allowing teammate James Duncan (22) to score another run against Bryant & Stratton on April 1.
Madison College baseball is ranked No. 13
Madison College’s George Whaley IV gets fouled by a College of DuPage player during the WolfPack’s 77-69 loss at home on Feb. 11.
WolfPack falls in Region 4 tournament semifinals
Newly inducted Phi Theta Kappa members and chapter officers gather for a photograph at the Truax Campus after the April 10 induction ceremony.
PTK induction held on April 10
Madison College Public Safety Logo
Updated emergency preparedness resources
Madison College is hosting a Pow Wow on April 25 and volunteers are still needed to help.
Volunteers needed to help with Pow Wow
Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society
Delta Alpha Phi inducts 17 new members
Members of the cast of Cabaret sing the last musical number of the first act during rehearsal on March 1.
‘Cabaret’ remains relevant
A youth group performs at the annual Hmong New Year Celebration on Dec. 7 at the Truax Campus.
Hmong New Year Celebration
Jovhany Michaud walking out of his polling place on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Voting lessons from an immigrant
Kodiak Koessl presents the Top 5 Stories from the Clarion video.
Top 5 stories from the Oct. 23, 2024 issue of The Clarion
Vet Tech adopt a pet poster
Mascotas del Programa de Veterinaria listas para ser adoptadas
A new rapid transit bus for Madison Metro.
Las líneas del autobús ‘Rapid Transit’ ya están en funcionamiento
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Students work on a construction project during the 2024 alternative spring break trip.

Helping to build houses during spring break

Lynette LeGarde, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

The Volunteer Center is working with Habitat for Humanity on a project for the Alternative Spring Break Trip set for March 17-21, 2025. They have ten slots available for Madison Area Technical College...

Video journalist Brad Horn, left, answers questions from moderators instructor L. David Hansen, center, and creative arts intern Olivia Petersen during a Writer’s Life Lecture Series event on Feb. 25.

Writer’s Life Series event looks at approaches to video storytelling

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief • March 4, 2025

Last week’s Writer’s Life Lecture Series featured Washington Post and Reuters News Service video journalist Brad Horn, where he discussed the challenges of video journalism and gave tips on how to...

Student Rishab Kotte works in the STEM Center’s 3D Printing Lab at the Truax Campus. Kotte led efforts to create a fruit and vegetable garden at his local elementary school as part of his Eagle Scout service initiative this past fall.

STEM Academy student leads the ‘Growing Hope Garden’ project

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief • March 4, 2025

Labor Day is a holiday that most Americans appreciate only after realizing it gives them a three-day weekend come September. But for STEM Academy student Rishab Kotte, this holiday involves more than a...

Community support from Dane Street Outreach Services

Community support from Dane Street Outreach Services

Camille Jackson, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

Are you or someone you know sleeping in their car? Do you need help finding housing? Do you need medical support? Help with clothing, shoes or food? Check out Dane County Street Outreach Services. Dane...

College presidential search plans forums for end of March

Clarion Staff Report • March 4, 2025

With Dr. Jack Daniels retirement and Dr. Timothy Casper serving as interim president, Donald D. Dantzler, Jr., the Madison College Board of Trustees chair, recently shared an update on the presidential...

National Library Week at Madison College

James Castrillo, Librarian • March 4, 2025

As we celebrate National Library Week, let us take a moment to appreciate the history behind this annual event. First sponsored in 1958 by the American Library Association, National Library Week is a time...

How to reach out for assistance on campus

Lucas Adler, Public Safety Deputy Director • March 4, 2025

Do you know phone numbers to call in an emergency?  How about if you spill your coffee?  Need to meet with a counselor?  Below are some handy phone numbers to write down or keep in your phone. Police,...

Ziggy Odogun speaks to a group of young soccer players at a camp she organized and ran.

Challenges pushed Ziggy Odogun to build a non-profit foundation

Megan Binkley, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

Everyone knows the feeling of being hit by one of life’s curveballs. Sudden loss and unexpected challenges are often destabilizing and overwhelming. Yet for innovator, speaker and ex-professional footballer...

Film and English instructor Dr. John Opel specializes in the horror writing genre.

Horror movies a long-time passion for Madison College instructor

Alex White, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

Most people can remember being sick at home as a kid watching a movie marathon on television. Madison College Professor John Opel first fell in love with movies in 1972 while battling swine flu. “It’s...

Carson Huessner, left, and Mackenzie Smith compete in the Tech Olympics during the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival at Madison College in January.

Stars shine bright on and off the stage

Mack Biester, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

Though the spotlight burns brightest upon the stage — the actors who fill us with awe and move us to tears — there are just as many stars behind the scenes who empower them. Such is the case with Madison...

Rabecca Schwarz’s love of video began in fourth grade when a teacher used YouTube to upload homework.

Channeling her voice

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief • February 12, 2025

At an age when most of her friends were going to the mall, Rabecca “Becca” Schwarz was at home, building her YouTube channel. According to youtube.com, 97% of YouTube channels fail, mostly because...

Truax Gallery visitors enjoy the “SOULful Joy” art exhibit prior to its opening celebration that was held on Feb. 6. The exhibit honors long-time advisor Dzigbodi Akyea.

‘SOULful Joy” exhibit on display in Truax Gallery through Feb. 28

Eli Schmidt, Arts Editor • February 12, 2025

Madison College celebrated the opening of the fourth annual Dzigbodi Akyea art exhibit on Feb. 6 with an event hosted by the SOUL Affinity Group and the Division of College Culture and Climate. The theme...

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