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Dr. Jennifer Berne, a finalist for Madison College president, 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
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Portrayals of autism in film can be outdated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
Peer Health Educators holding a tabling event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Left to Right: Julie Molina Andres, Angela Smith, Laure Ramde
Peer Health Educators Table Sexual Assault Awareness Month
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Madison College is offering $40 dental cleanings and X-rays
Become an Orientation Leader!
Become an Orientation Leader!
Student Senate Election Results
Student Senate Election Results
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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Madison College’s Adam Larock takes a swing at a pitch during a recent game. Larock is hitting .357 this season. He and his teammates hope to take the momentum of a 34-9 season into post-season play.

Madison College baseball team continues to win

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
May 7, 2019
Madison College’s Walker Jenkins (10) reaches around the tag as he slides into second base during his team’s 6-5 win over the College of Lake County on April 16.

WolfPack on a winning streak

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Madison College pitcher Matt Hamilton delivers a pitch to a Kishwaukee opponent during their home opener on March 27. The WolfPack swept the doubleheader, 10-0, and 3-0.

Baseball delivers wins

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Madison College students and staff attending an alternative break service trip to the Florida panhandle gather for a photograph on the beach during a break in their work activities.

Having a lasting impact

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019

Baseball team wins 5 of 11 during trek to Arizona

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
March 27, 2019

WolfPack women fall to Elgin, end season

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
March 5, 2019
A sign directs students and visitors to the new early voting location in the Madison College Truax Campus Gateway

Early voting offered on campus for the first time

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
February 19, 2019
Madison College guard Shaquita Lee, 22, attempts to steal the ball from a Milwaukee Area Technical College opponent during her team’s 78-49 victory at home on Feb. 16

Finishing Strong

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
February 19, 2019

Back-to-back wins boost women’s basketball team

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
Women’s basketball player Shaquita Lee looks to pass the ball after being trapped by two Harper College opponents.

Back-to-back losses for the WolfPack women’s basketball team

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
January 25, 2019

Madison College fall athletes sweep N4C most valuable player honors

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
January 25, 2019

3 trips now planned for service learning

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
January 24, 2019

Annual deer harvest numbers up this season

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
December 5, 2018

Here’s the deal: It’s easy to spot poker tells if you pay attention

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
December 5, 2018
Sophomore guard Tianna Sackett drives in for a layup during the Madison College women’s basketball win over Rochester Community College on Nov. 20.

Win streak hits 6 games

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
December 5, 2018

Playoffs still a remote possibility for Packers

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
November 21, 2018
Madison College women’s basketball player Aniah Williams, left, looks to drive past a Sauk Valley Community College opponent during the WolfPack’s victory on Nov. 14 at Redsten Gymnasium.

WolfPack wins 3 in a row

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
November 21, 2018

Young team takes court for women’s basketball

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
November 7, 2018

Tough ending for a successful men’s soccer season

Joseph Craker, Sports Editor
October 24, 2018
Two Madison College volleyball players attempt to block a shot

Volleyball team wins 4 in a row, ranked 10th

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018

PBS food expert will host college’s chef series

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
Madison College forward Shane Paterson fights off a trio of Harper College defenders

Storming through rivals

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018

Men’s soccer team claims 4-straight wins, record now 6-2

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018

Time to get your flu shot!

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
Madison College volleyball player Tianna Sackett blocks an opponent

WolfPack handles Hawks despite rough third set

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
The WolfPack doesn't get rained out

WolfPack rallies to win

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 12, 2018
Libero Maddie Scalissi of the Madison College volleyball team setting a play.

Volleyball team is back on the prowl

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 12, 2018
Brianna Stapleton-Welch

New advisor connects students with volunteer opportunities

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
September 12, 2018
Metered parking lots at the Truax Campus are meant for short-term visitors. Students should use the main lots.

Parking rules will be strictly enforced

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018

New group of students set for semester abroad

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018
Illustration by Michael Edwards envisioning water on Mars.

News of a lake of water deep below surface of Mars draws only yawns

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018
WolfPack men's soccer

WolfPack men’s soccer ready for season

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018

Jeff Thomas to coach WolfPack volleyball

Joseph Craker, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018
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