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Simple Secrets to College Success

Mary Joan Nastri, Staff Writer August 23, 2016

The start of the new school year will be coming sooner than you think. And, if you’re a new student or a returning student the following secrets to success may help keep you on track. You have probably...

The Got The ‘Suicide’ Part Right

Sabrina Coonen, Staff Writer August 23, 2016

The movie that comic goers have been waiting for ever since the thrilling trailer was released in January has finally made its debut, and the film wasn’t exactly what people were expecting. I have...

Patacon is one of the lunch specials at La Taguara

Authentic Venezuelan Food Only A Mile Away

Mary Joan Nastri, Staff Writer August 23, 2016

The Fall Semester of 2016 is coming soon, and you know you will be busy with study groups, classes, and homework. But, before you call that fast food joint that delivers fast, consider a fresh, flavorful,...

Sophomores Andrea Bauer (right) and Taylor Genthe block during the WolfPack Almuni game on Aug. 12.

Volleyball Title Chase Begins

Bailey Ayres, Sports Editor August 23, 2016

After ending last year with a third place finish at the NJCAA Division III National Championship, the Madison College volleyball team begins its season ranked No. 1 in the NJCAA preseason poll. In addition...

President Obama answers questions from student journalists in the White House press briefing room. The students, including Clarion Managing Editor Josh Zytkiewicz, were there as part of the first ever National College Reporter Day.

Power of the press highlighted at White House

Josh Zytkiewicz, Managing Editor May 3, 2016
Obama reminds students of the role journalists play
Handwritten letters carry more of an impact

Handwritten letters carry more of an impact

Ana Bon, Artistic Director May 3, 2016

Do people recognize their own handwriting? Is type the new form that has gradually been taking over the art of penmanship? Writing with a pencil has never been such an arduous task for some, but for...

Individual packaged items, like creamers, create way too much waste.

Avoiding a disposable lifestyle

Nicolas LaMorte, Editor in Chief May 3, 2016

Sustainable Materials Management, a.k.a. recycling, has been commonplace for decades, and in the U.S., found its beginnings in turn of the century in New York City. Back then people were recycling paper,...

Justin Bieber lays down and sings in front of a group of screaming fans at Allstate Arena in Chicago on April 23. Bieber performed for two nights in the Windy City as part of his “Purpose Tour.” Bieber seemed to enjoy interacting with the audience throughout the entire show.

Justin Bieber delivers in a pair of Chicago concerts

Megan Behnke, Staff Writer May 3, 2016

Everything is dark. The arena is filled with thousands of people. All you can hear is screams. All of a sudden, lights go up, and Justin Bieber, 22-year-old music sensation, comes up from below the stage,...

Scot Vesterdahl, left, is retiring after nearly 15 years at the helm of the Madison College men’s basketball program.

Coach Vesterdahl pays it foward

Bailey Ayres, Sports Editor May 3, 2016

When Scot Vesterdahl looks back on his coaching career at Madison College, chances are he thinks more about the impact he has had on the lives of his student-athletes than any wins or losses. “To...

The final days of West Campus at 302 S. Gammon Road are approaching.

Campus changes

Kimberly Michal, Copy Editor April 20, 2016

Madison College’s District Board will likely decide the fate of the Downtown Campus and a proposed expansion of the South Campus during its May 4 meeting. During the District Board’s April 6 meeting,...

Companies have duty to stop sexual harassment

Pamela Stevens, Staff Writer April 20, 2016

The Feb. 2 killing of Caroline Nosal outside the Metro Market on Cottage Grove Road in Madison has brought a renewed focus on workplace sexual harassment and how victims should respond. A former co-worker,...

Summerfest illustration

Summerfest – World’s biggest music festival

Brighid Monahan, Staff Writer April 20, 2016

When thinking about Wisconsin summers, many of us think of rolling hills, corn and 4-H fairs. Even though these are staples of the state and take up a good portion of the summer there is more to our state’s...

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