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Saints fly past Cloud County
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor December 3, 2018 The Seward County Saints are now 1-1 in conference play and 6-2 overall after defeating Cloud County on Saturday night. The Saints had a slow start, losing 9-4 at the beginning, but after a 10-2 run, Seward led 14-11. Cloud County continued trading points with SCCC until the Saints led 41-38 going into halftime. Cloud County came out into the second half ready to battle and cut the lead to just one point.
Novio Boy Steals Hearts
As the stage lights dimmed, signaling the end of the scene, the giggles coming from the audience never stopped in the Seward County Community College’s Showcase Theater. Novio Boy’s debut over the weekend had me texting all of my friends as soon as I left. “Guys, it was so cute and so funny,” I texted, encouraging everyone to catch the next two showings on Saturday and Sunday.
Volleyball finishes fourth at Nationals
The Lady Saints volleyball team earned the best finish in program history after finishing in fourth place during the NJCAA National Tournament in Hutchinson. After losing in the semi-finals to the College of Southern Idaho, Seward County Community College went up against the Iowa Western Community College Reivers for third place. To begin the third place game, SCCC started off strong with a 8-3 lead.
Lady Saints win two of three
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor November 19, 2018 The no. 10 Lady Saints had a successful weekend after defeating two of three opponents during the Midlant WNIT. Seward County Community College Women’s Basketball started the weekend with a tough loss against Salt Lake Community College on Thursday, but came back to win the next two games. On Friday, SCCC went up against no. 12 Iowa Western Community College Reivers.
Saints blow teams out of the water
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor November 19, 2018 The Saints basketball team made program history during the Dodge City Classic over the weekend. The 124-41 win against Hesston College marks the most points scored in a game since 2015. To start the Dodge City Classic, Seward County Community College went up against Hesston College. Hesston proved no match for the Saints as they lead 66-18 to go into the half.
Lady Saints prepare for National semifinals
The No. 6 Lady Saints will advance to the semifinals in the NJCAA National tournament after defeating two tough opponents, Snow College and Polk State College. To begin play at the National Tournament, Seward County Community College went up against no. 11 Snow College. The Lady Saints started off full of energy, scoring the first eight points in the first set. Seward shortly increased their lead to 10, 15-5. The first set showcased SCCC’s skills perfectly and they won the first set 25-10.
The Crusader | Gissella Garcia
Why did you choose your major? “I have always liked being around kids and interacting with them.” What grade would you like to teach? “I think I would teach somewhere around second or third grade.” What are your hobbies? “I sometimes like to get into acting and music is always fun.” If you could be any superhero for a day, who would it be? “I would be The Flash because I never want to be late to anything.” Do you like Netflix or Hulu? “I don’t have Hulu, but I would say they have a different variety.
Novio Boy comes to SCCC
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor November 13, 2018 Sets are being finished and lines are being memorized as the Seward County Community College Showcase theater prepares for their fall performance, Novio Boy from Nov. 16-18. SCCC theater instructor, Michelle Van Hessen brought Novio Boy, a play written by Gary Soto, to the diverse community of Liberal because she thought it fit the students and might relate to it.
Novio Boy comes to SCCC
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor November 13, 2018 Sets are being finished and lines are being memorized as the Seward County Community College Showcase theater prepares for their fall performance, Novio Boy. SCCC theater instructor, Michelle Van Hessen brought Novio Boy, a play written by Gary Soto, to the diverse community of Liberal.
October 13 - October 29
Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor November 13, 2018 October 13, 2018: Possession Of Alcohol – Fined $100, 10 hrs community service, alcohol EDU October 13, 2018: Possession Of Alcohol – Fined $100, 10 hrs community service, alcohol EDU October 13, 2018: Possession Of Alcohol – Fined $100, 10 hrs community service, alcohol EDU October 28, 2018: Possession Of Alcohol – Fined $100, 10 hrs community service, alcohol EDU October 29, 2018: Suicide Attempt – Released to Emergency Personal
Lady Saints stay undefeated
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel After beating No. 15 South Plains, The Seward County Lady Saints beat Frank Phillips College with the help of each player on the team. Both teams struggled to get a rhythm going before sophomore forward, Sidney Tinner made two free throws to put the first set of points on the scoreboard.
Saints put away Western Oklahoma State
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel Saints basketball advances to 3-1 for the season after defeated Western Oklahoma State College 76-54. The Oklahoma team previously scored 100 points against Dodge City, but Seward County held them to about half of that.
Lady Saints score six All-Conference awards
Six Lady Saints earned All-Conference awards, along with their Head Coach, Tony Trfonov who earne Coach of the Year in the Jayhawk Conference. Six Lady Saints earned All-Conference awards, along with their Head Coach, Tony Trfonov who earne Coach of the Year in the Jayhawk Conference. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Roussett competes in Oracle ITA Fall Championships
Sophomore Nicolas Rousset is competing in the ITA Oracle Fall Champions in Surprise, Arizona from Nov. 7-11. Sophomore Nicolas Rousset is competing in the ITA Oracle Fall Champions in Surprise, Arizona from Nov. 7-11. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Lady Saints Volleyball progresses to Nationals
After defeating the Barton Cougars and the Hutchinson Blue Dragons, the Lady Saints claimed the Region VI Championship title. They will travel to Hutchinson to play in the NJCAA DI National Tournament from Nov. 15-17. After defeating the Barton Cougars and the Hutchinson Blue Dragons, the Lady Saints claimed the Region VI Championship title. They will travel to Hutchinson to play in the NJCAA DI National Tournament from Nov. 15-17.
Lady Saints start successful in Pizza-Hut classic
The Lady Saints defeated the No. 10 Western Nebraska Cougars on Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. in the Greenhouse. Seward finished with a win, 74-64 . The Lady Saints defeated the No. 10 Western Nebraska Cougars on Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. in the Greenhouse. Seward finished with a win, 74-64 . Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Lady Saints to compete in Region VI Semifinals
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close The Seward County Lady Saints Volleyball team defeated No. 8 Dodge City Community College in three short matches during a match in the Greenhouse on halloween night. SCCC will now head to the Region VI semi finals for the fourth year in a row. Although the Lady Saints took the win, they did not play their best game of volleyball.
Saints Showcase 2018 Preview Night
The Saints and Lady Saints basketball teams held their Preview Night in the Greenhouse on Wednesday. There were many fun events for the players and audience members throughout the night. The Saints and Lady Saints basketball teams held their Preview Night in the Greenhouse on Wednesday. There were many fun events for the players and audience members throughout the night. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Men’s Tennis makes program history
(Left to right) Sophomore Gabriel Nery and freshman Sander Jans won the ITA Doubles National Championship Title and sophomore Nicolas Rousset won the TA Singles National Championship Title. (Left to right) Sophomore Gabriel Nery and freshman Sander Jans won the ITA Doubles National Championship Title and sophomore Nicolas Rousset won the TA Singles National Championship Title. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Lady Saints remain undefeated in conference
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel Seward County Community College Lady Saints Volleyball defeated the Pratt Beavers on Thursday, Oct. 17 in Pratt. The win means that the Lady Saints remain undefeated in Jayhawk Conference play.
SCCC and HK give immigrants an opportunity to tell their story
Humanities Kansas and Seward County Community College are hosting a writing workshop to give immigrants the opportunity to tell their story. Humanities Kansas and Seward County Community College are hosting a writing workshop to give immigrants the opportunity to tell their story. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Every immigrant has a story. A story of their migration, why they chose a small town in rural America, even of their home country.
Lady Saints beat Barton in rematch
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel The Seward County Community College Lady Saints Volleyball team defeated the Barton Community College Cougars for the second time this season on Monday, October 15 in Great Bend. The first set started off close with both teams tied at 11.
Saints Tennis thrives at ITA National Fall Championship
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel The Seward County Community College Men’s Tennis team earned another two national titles during the ITA National Champion, sweeping doubles and singles play. Sophomore, Nicolas Rousset made history after being the first singles ITA National Champion in Seward program history.
MidTerm Elections are right around the corner
The Midterm Elections will be held in November. Register to vote today to be apart of your city, state and country's decisions. The Midterm Elections will be held in November. Register to vote today to be apart of your city, state and country's decisions. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close The 2018 Midterm Elections are right around the corner on Nov. 6.
The Crusader | Heather Moree
Why did you choose to major in Computer Science? “I wanted to try something different.” What is your greatest strength? “My greatest strength is drawing, I draw basically anything.” Are you involved in any clubs? “I am in band and choir.” Where is the farthest place you’ve traveled to? “Georgia. I lived there for two years.” Do you have any pets? “I don’t have any pets. I’ve never really wanted one either because I’m allergic to them.” What is one thing you like about SCCC?
Lady Saints defeat Barton quickly
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel Seward County Community College’s Head Volleyball Coach, Tony Trifonov earned his 400th win in The Greenhouse on Wed, Oct.10 during a Lady Saint win over Barton Community College. The Lady Saints defeated Barton in three short sets, making them 11-0 in conference play.
Foundation Auction raises over $48,000
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel The Seward County Community College’s Foundation Auction was a huge success this year, raising over $10,000 more ($48,298.10) and having 150 more attendees (430 total) than the previous year. This year’s auction, “Welcome to the Jungle,” took place on Saturday, Sept.
Lady Saints lose three
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel The Seward County Community College Lady Saints Volleyball team lost their winning streak after losing three out of four games over the weekend. The Lady Saints traveled to Tyler, Texas to compete in the TJC Invitational on Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29. In the first game of the weekend, no.
Butler proves no match for Lady Saints
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel Seward County Community College Volleyball effortlessly swept Butler Community College in El Dorado on Wednesday, Sept. 26. The Lady Saints are now ranked number 6 and have won 30 Jayhawk Conference. To begin the first set, Seward came in hot, winning 10 of the first 12 points.
Nohemy Valles
Valles is a veteran of the National Guard and is the only student in the National Security Studies program. Valles is a veteran of the National Guard and is the only student in the National Security Studies program. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel What made you choose to go into National Security?
Lady Saints Dominate in Blue Dragon Classic
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close The Seward County Lady Saints volleyball team dominated in the Blue Dragon Classic over the weekend, defeating all four of their opponents, breaking offensive records and upsetting a no.2 ranked team. To start off the weekend, Seward went up against no. 8 ranked Jefferson College.
Lady Saints win 11 in a row
Freshman, Laura De Pra, serves to the Pratt Lady Beavers. De Pra helped the team on offense by contributing 30 assists. Freshman, Laura De Pra, serves to the Pratt Lady Beavers. De Pra helped the team on offense by contributing 30 assists. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
SCCC organiza un panel de periodismo Latino
Amberley Taylor, Co-EditorSeptember 17, 2018Seward County Community College se está asociando con Topeka-Humanities Kansas para presentar un panel de periodismo el miércoles 19 de septiembre a las 7 p.m. en el teatro de SCCC. El panel se titula, “Periodistas Latinos, Voces Bilingües” y es parte de la iniciativa de Humanidades de Kansas, “Historias Latinas de Kansas”.
SCCC Host Hispanic Journalist Panel
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Email This Story Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Send Email Cancel Seward County Community College is partnering with Topeka-Humanities Kansas to present a journalism panel on Wednesday Sept 19, at 7 p.m. in the SCCC Showcase Theater.
Places for college students in Liberal
As the school year kicks back into full gear, it is important for the students who are new to Seward County Community College and the area to learn what’s around for entertainment, shopping and food. Liberal offers a variety of different food options; from food trucks to fast food, and even nice and quiet sit-down restaurants. Everyone has their own opinions about where the best place to go is.
Lady Saints win first conference game
The Seward County Lady Saints Volleyball team won their first conference game 3-0 against Independence, giving them a total of three wins this season. The Seward County Lady Saints Volleyball team won their first conference game 3-0 against Independence, giving them a total of three wins this season. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
“Novio Boy” comes to Showcase Theater
"Novio Boy," written by Gary Soto, is a Mexican-American play about a young boy who goes on his first date with an older woman. "Novio Boy," written by Gary Soto, is a Mexican-American play about a young boy who goes on his first date with an older woman. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Lady Saints split at first tournament
Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close The No. 9 ranked Seward County Community College Lady Saints went two and two over the weekend in Roswell, New Mexico. To start off the weekend, the Lady Saints took on Yavapai College. In the first set, the Lady Saints stayed close with Yavapai, but fell short, losing 22-25.
SCCC helps save lives
SCCC will be hosting another blood drive on Thursday, September 13 to help with the emergency need of blood donations. SCCC will be hosting another blood drive on Thursday, September 13 to help with the emergency need of blood donations. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Due to the busyness of summer vacation, there is an emergency need for blood donations to help the hospital patients in need.
Hypnotist Daniel James has crowd laughing
Hypnotist Daniel James has performed many shows like on America’s Got Talent, The Tonight Show, The Ellen Show and at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Hypnotist Daniel James has performed many shows like on America’s Got Talent, The Tonight Show, The Ellen Show and at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Seward welcomes new students
Seward welcomes new studentsAmberley Taylor and Michelle Mattich Close Modal Window Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like. Close Modal Window Email This Story SCCC kicked off the new school year with a Monday filled with activities for new students. Students got down and silly for some events. Keep up with all of the Welcome Week activities here. Close Modal Window Hang on for a minute...we're trying to find some more stories you might like.
Seward welcomes new students
Amberley Taylor, Co-EditorAmberley Taylor was born in Garden City, Kansas. She was raised for most of her life in Satanta, but has lived in other places like: Durango, Colorado and Farmington, New Mexico. Amberley is a nursing major at Seward County Community College. After her time at SCCC, she plans to transfer to a university. Michelle Mattich, Co-EditorMichelle Mattich was born in El Paso, Texas She enjoys writing, and listening to music. She also enjoys reading a good book and watching Netflix.
Welcome Week
Amberley Taylor, Co-EditorAmberley Taylor was born in Garden City, Kansas. She was raised for most of her life in Satanta, but has lived in other places like: Durango, Colorado and Farmington, New Mexico. Amberley is a nursing major at Seward County Community College. After her years here, she plans to transfer to a university and continue pursuing...
Three staff members retire from SCCC
Three members of the Seward County Community College staff plan to following the 2017-18 school year. Every one of these staff members served the college well for the time they were on campus. The retirees are: Director of Respiratory Therapy, Ed Anderson, who served for 19 years; Gary Damron, Social Science Instructor who served for 13 years and Gayla Myers, SSS Grant Project Director, who served at SCCC for five and a half years.
Seward announces new Women’s Basketball Head Coach
Austin Mefford was introduced as the new Head Women’s Basketball coach for the Lady Saints during a press conference on Monday, May 7. SCCC Athletic Director Roy Allen introduced Mefford to fans, staff members, coaches and community members. Allen told the crowd that he has high hopes for what Mefford is able to bring to the program.
SCCC 2018-19 Resident Assistants chosen
As the 2017-18 school year comes to an end, the plans for next year begin. For Seward County Community College student housing, this means finding new students who want to become resident assistants (RA). Nine new resident assistants have been chosen for the 2018-19 school year. These students were chosen by a committee made up of at least two housing staff members and any current RA.
Liberal to host annual Cinco De Mayo Celebration
As Cinco De Mayo approaches, the community of Liberal prepares to celebrate one of the largest cultural events in Southwest Kansas, also known as the day to celebrate Mexico’s victory over the French Empire. The celebration will begin on Saturday, May 5.
Lady Saints softball season ends in Region VI Championship
After playing five games in only three days, the Lady Saints softball season comes to and end in the Region VI Championship game. The Lady Saints defeated both Dodge(6-4) and Colby(5-0), before losing to the Butler Grizzlies by a score of 1-9 in the Region VI semi finals. Seward then defeated Colby again 4-3 for a rematch against Butler. The Lady Saints fell in the Region VI Championship to the Grizzlies, 18-0.
Saints Baseball versus Blue Dragons
The Seward County Community College Saints baseball team defeated Hutchinson Community College in the first game of their double header on Friday, April 27 at Brent Gould Field. The Saints hit well to combine for a total of eight runs, while only holding the HCC Blue Drags to two. The Saints won the first game 8-2 and will begin the second immediately.
SCCC sports use huddles to come together and win
No matter what sport is being played, every single athlete has a different ritual they perform before, after or even during a game. While each athlete has their own routine, so does each team. At Seward County Community College, each sports teams performs a ritual that helps them come together. During the spring sports, SCCC’s athletic teams have really used these huddles to pump each other up and win as a team, while still being able to enjoy the game.
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