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Jammie Ingram and LARC DVS host third annual Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault Awareness Run and Walk
By: Annette Meza Liberal – One in five Americans will experience a mental health disorder in a given year and 1 in 2 transgender people are victims of sexual violence. This is why both Jammie Ingram, owner of Sign Express, and LARC DVS, the sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking crisis center in Liberal, are working together to bring awareness to mental health in the community.
Jammie Ingram and LARC DVS host 3rd annual Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault Awareness Run and Walk
By: Annette Meza Liberal – 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental health disorder in a given year and 1 in 2 transgender people are victims of sexual violence. This is why both Jammie Ingram, owner of Sign Express, and LARC DVS, the sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking crisis center in Liberal, are working together to bring awareness to mental health in our community.
Editorial: A goodbye from the editors
Sue Sprenkle The Crusader News staff from the spring semester left to right: Elvis Polvon, Denise Perez, Annette Meza, Preston Burrows, Rebecca Irby and Maggie Ibarra. As the year comes to an end, we would like to reflect on Seward County Community College as a collective. Although many students’ first or last year was cut short due to COVID-19, there are still many things that made 2019-2020 a memorable year.
SCCC steps up to quarantine families in need
Calen Moore Seward County Community College will be using the 72 open rooms excluding the Student Living Center for families who need to be quarantined. They will only be available for residents of Liberal. Annette Meza, Managing Editor April 28, 2020 Seward County Community College stepped up to serve the Liberal community by providing shelter for those who need to be quarantined after being exposed to those with COVID-19.
Industrial Tech helps make National Beef a safer place
Courtesy photo Employees at National Beef in Liberal feel safer and more protected now that cubicles of plexi glass have been placed around the plant. Annette Meza, Managing Editor April 23, 2020 As the number of cases rise in Liberal, now up to 195, places of work try to make their environments as safe as they can for employees. National Beef, the largest place of employment for Liberal, was in dire need of any sort of protection for their employees from the novel COVID-19 virus.
Thrifting: save your wallet, closet and the planet
Annette Meza Thrifting is an effective and affordable way to spice up your closet with a flannel, a jacket or a patterned shirt. Buying recycled clothing also helps lower the consumption and production of fast fashion clothing, which affects the environment negatively. Annette Meza, Managing Editor April 20, 2020 Editors note: This article was written before the COVID-19 stay at home orders.
Liberal community comes together to provide masks
Annette Meza Community members help neighbors and friends by sewing masks due to a nationwide shortage. The CDC has recommended that everyone wear masks for the protection of others and your own well being. A shortage of protective masks during the COVID-19 pandemic has inspired citizens of Liberal to come together at a distance to make reusable masks for those on the front lines.
Quarantunes: Songs you need during self-isolation
Maggie Ibarra Tired of being stuck in your room and in self-isolation? Pull up Crusader's Spotify playlist and laugh yourself silly with these relevant song selections. Sleep, eat, do school work, rinse and repeat. During this self- isolation, it’s most likely that you’ll be bored after days and nights of staying home and following the same routine, and what better thing to do than to listen to some music?
PBL qualifies to go to nationals
Courtesy photo Phi Beta Lambda attended the state leadership conference on March 7. From left to right: Joel Obando, Pilar Cazares, Mariah Behrns KS PBL Vice-President, Lisa Kennedy PBL advisor and Cody Bradley SCCC PBL President. Not pictured is Jessica Schupman who received 1st in Local Chapter Annual Business Report.
Students and staff show their new normal
Since switching to online classes, students and staff have shown us what their new normal looks like on social media. Annette Meza, Managing Editor April 1, 2020 Over the last week and this weekend, Crusader News asked everyone on Facebook and Twitter what their “new normal” was like, working from home. Some had desks set up, some did their work from their couch, and others from their bedroom.
SCCC closes, following stay at home order
Annette Meza SCCC will be closed from now on, following Gov. Kelly's executive stay at home order beginning March 30. Annette Meza, Managing Editor March 30, 2020 As of today, the state of Kansas has reported to have 368 cases of Coronavirus. A stay at home order has been issued for the whole state of Kansas, by Gov. Laura Kelly. This order begins on March 30, and will end April 19. Seward County Community College will be following behind, closing campus to students and to the public.
10 things to keep you busy during ‘self-quarantine’
By now, the extended spring break due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is probably driving you insane from boredom. Health officials and news reports continue to tell us to either “self-quarantine” or participate in “social distancing.” With Seward County Community College moving classes online and telling students to stay home, that feeling of boredom or isolation is likely to grow.
SCCC to move to online classes March 23
Annette Meza and Elvis Polvon March 17, 2020 In response to current conditions surrounding the Coronavirus disease, the Seward County Community College executive team has decided to move classes online beginning March 23. Students will be responsible to contact their instructors directly to obtain their coursework. Check email regularly for more information. Students will still be able to visit campus only if necessary.
SCCC scheduled to resume classes as normal March 16, updates to come
File photo Due to the Corona virus disease, SCCC president Ken Trzaska has decided to keep students up to date via email. Cancellation of classes has not occurred and classes will resume March 16. Annette Meza, Managing editor March 12, 2020 The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is making an impact globally and Seward County Community College is keeping a close eye on it and how it will affect the surrounding towns. President Donald Trump has announced a travel ban from Europe to the United states.
Cats on campus
Preston Burrows and Annette Meza Annette Meza and Preston Burrows March 4, 2020 At the student living center, there’s more than just students. Cats live there too! Since the beginning of the year, kittens and cats have roamed around the SLC building. The students and cats have a special relationship on the campus. Students sometimes feed them with treats and give them affection while the cats accompany the students to their classes and greet them on the way to the cafe.
HALO attends 38th annual USHLI conference
HALO students attended the 38th USHLI conference from Feb. 20- Feb. 23. HALO students left to right back row: Sammir Martinez, Alondra Sanchez, Frances Brown, Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr., President of United States Hispanic Leadership Institute, Patsy Fischer, Miguel Perez, Ana Herrera and Luis Jimenez. Left to right front row: Alizae Salinas and Maria Herrera.
Chris Hickman appointed dean of technical school
Victoria Martins In the computer room, Hickman helps his students with some of their assignments, explaining the process and answering questions that the students might have. Hickman makes sure each one of his students get the help they need if they don't understand something. U.S. Navy veteran, Chris Hickman, grew up in the small town of Wauchula, Florida. Somehow, after many years of running from his confined hometown and living in different places state-wide, he ended up in Liberal.
SCCC students spread love to nursing residents
Basketball players Karolina Szydłowska and Wiktoria Kazimierowicz hand out a Valentine to a Brookdale resident. This is the second time the library has sponsored this event. Annette Meza Basketball players Karolina Szydłowska and Wiktoria Kazimierowicz hand out a Valentine to a Brookdale resident. This is the second time the library has sponsored this event. Annette Meza Annette Meza Basketball players Karolina Szydłowska and Wiktoria Kazimierowicz hand out a Valentine to a Brookdale resident.
10 best romance movies to cry to on Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day romance is the in the air. Settle in on the couch and watch these romantic movies. Maggie Ibarra Valentine's Day romance is the in the air. Settle in on the couch and watch these romantic movies. Maggie Ibarra Maggie Ibarra Valentine's Day romance is the in the air. Settle in on the couch and watch these romantic movies. Annette Meza, Managing Editor February 13, 2020 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification: What's 0 + 8? Romance movies.
Dorm fines cause mixed emotions among students
Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines. Preston Burrows Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines. Preston Burrows Preston Burrows Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines.
Dorm fines cause mixed emotions among students
Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines. Preston Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines. Preston Preston Spring semester has brought in new classes, snow and what the SCCC students are mostly confused about: Dorm fines.
Taste of Kansas brings variety and diversity to SCCC
Taste of Kansas took place on Jan. 29 in the SCCC library. The event was held to show the many cultures and foods that make up Kansas. About 50 plates of food were brought for the potluck and over 200 people attended. Maggie Ibarra Taste of Kansas took place on Jan. 29 in the SCCC library. The event was held to show the many cultures and foods that make up Kansas. About 50 plates of food were brought for the potluck and over 200 people attended.
15 inches of snow blankets Liberal
Sophomore journalism major Annette Meza decided to help and shovel the snow off her driveway. She said it was very tiring but building the snow man afterwards was fun! Annette Sophomore journalism major Annette Meza decided to help and shovel the snow off her driveway. She said it was very tiring but building the snow man afterwards was fun! Annette Annette Sophomore journalism major Annette Meza decided to help and shovel the snow off her driveway.
Tuition raises at SCCC
Annette Meza, Managing Editor January 24, 2020 A recent tuition raise for the 2020-2021 school year was approved by the Board Of Trustees on Jan. 13. Vice President of Finance and Operations Dennis Sander said that these new prices will benefit Seward County Community College in terms of technology and budgeting. Tuition rates rose by $4 per credit hour and $2 for student fees. This school year (2019-2020), student fees are $40 but next year, student fees will be $42.
Photo Essay: Annual Winter Concert brings Christmas spirit to community
On Dec. 6, the concert band and concert choir put on a show for the community and students to attend in the SCCC showcase theater. The show included Christmas songs which were works in progress from the beginning of the semester. Annette Meza On Dec. 6, the concert band and concert choir put on a show for the community and students to attend in the SCCC showcase theater. The show included Christmas songs which were works in progress from the beginning of the semester. Annette Meza Annette Meza On Dec.
Trucking isn’t easy
Phillip Jacobs, trucker for O'Grady Trucking, spends most of his life on the road. He has been in the profession for about 40 years now. His favorite part of the job is traveling and meeting new people, which seems to be common among other truckers as well. Annette Meza Phillip Jacobs, trucker for O'Grady Trucking, spends most of his life on the road. He has been in the profession for about 40 years now.
Trucking isn’t easy
Phillip Jacobs, trucker for O'Grady Trucking, spends most of his life on the road. He has been in the profession for about 40 years now. His favorite part of the job is traveling and meeting new people, which seems to be common among other truckers as well. Annette Meza Phillip Jacobs, trucker for O'Grady Trucking, spends most of his life on the road. He has been in the profession for about 40 years now.
TikTok becomes recent trend on campus
TikTok has become the new popular social media on campus lately and around the world. Students on campus spend their free time making TikToks or watching them with friends. Annette Meza TikTok has become the new popular social media on campus lately and around the world. Students on campus spend their free time making TikToks or watching them with friends. Annette Meza Annette Meza TikTok has become the new popular social media on campus lately and around the world.
Thanksgiving came early for SCCC students
Freshly sliced ham and turkey were served during the free Thanksgiving lunch. Sides were also served such as mashed potatoes, corn, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes and bread rolls. Rebe Freshly sliced ham and turkey were served during the free Thanksgiving lunch. Sides were also served such as mashed potatoes, corn, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes and bread rolls. Rebe Rebe Freshly sliced ham and turkey were served during the free Thanksgiving lunch.
Crusader News wins first place in best two year website category
The Crusader News staff took a tour of the Capitol building in Washington D.C. During their tour, they got to see a live meeting of the senate court. Courtesy photo The Crusader News staff took a tour of the Capitol building in Washington D.C. During their tour, they got to see a live meeting of the senate court. Courtesy photo Courtesy photo The Crusader News staff took a tour of the Capitol building in Washington D.C. During their tour, they got to see a live meeting of the senate court.
SGA welcomes students to join board
Annette Meza The Student Government Association on campus serves as the voice for students. Sponsor of the club Wade Lyon hopes to have more participation from students of various other clubs on campus. Lyon said that having a diverse staff would help SGA make more decisions of what they would like to see on campus and what they'd like to change.
Suicide rates are high among college students
Educating students about suicide awareness during September helps students understand suicide and how to recognize the signs that someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts. Calen Moore Educating students about suicide awareness during September helps students understand suicide and how to recognize the signs that someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Las Culturas de los países centroamericaos Difieren el uno del otro
Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification En Liberal, aproximadamente 61.2 por ciento de la población está conquests de residentes hispanos o latinos. Los residentes no solo vienen de México sino tambien de paizes Centro Americanos. Luis Martinez Este es el primero de una serie de cuatro partes que celebra el mes de la herencia hispana. El término centroamericano or América Central se refiere a los países que se encuentra entre América del Norte y América del Sur.
HALO attends annual midwest encuentro
The lunch time entertainment was put on by a sorority on campus and a live band. The dancers were Jarabe dancers, which is the national dance of Mexico. Courtesy photo The lunch time entertainment was put on by a sorority on campus and a live band. The dancers were Jarabe dancers, which is the national dance of Mexico. Courtesy photo Courtesy photo The lunch time entertainment was put on by a sorority on campus and a live band. The dancers were Jarabe dancers, which is the national dance of Mexico.
Culture of Central American countries differ from one another
Many different hispanic and latino cultures reside in the Southwest Kansas area, such as Honduran, Mexican and Guatemalan cultures. The unique cultural mix makes Liberal in particular, what it is today. Annette Meza Many different hispanic and latino cultures reside in the Southwest Kansas area, such as Honduran, Mexican and Guatemalan cultures. The unique cultural mix makes Liberal in particular, what it is today.
Scroggs shares passion and knowledge for essential oils
An essential oils class was held at the SCCC industrial tech on Sept. 24. Essential oils enthusiast, Debbie Scroggs, taught the class and brought her own samples for the students to try. "These are the main oils you should want to own first if you are new to essential oils," Sroggs said. Annette Meza An essential oils class was held at the SCCC industrial tech on Sept. 24. Essential oils enthusiast, Debbie Scroggs, taught the class and brought her own samples for the students to try.
Lori Muntz starts first year in English department
Crusader sits down with the veteran instructor for a Q&A session to help students get to know her better. During her free time, Muntz says she is currently trying to unpack, as shes only been in Liberal a little over a month. She also enjoys bird watching and gardening. Annette Meza During her free time, Muntz says she is currently trying to unpack, as shes only been in Liberal a little over a month. She also enjoys bird watching and gardening.
Louie’s Place set to gain meal equivalency rule for SCCC students with meal plan
The SCCC cafeteria and Louie's Place will have a new rule for students who have a 19 meal plan. Students will now be able to eat at Louie's Place for breakfast, lunch and dinner if they please and that one meal will be counted towards the meal plan. The SCCC cafeteria and Louie's Place will have a new rule for students who have a 19 meal plan. Students will now be able to eat at Louie's Place for breakfast, lunch and dinner if they please and that one meal will be counted towards the meal plan.
Nayeli Guitierrez
What are your hobbies? “I like to hang out with friends and I just work. I work at Dillons, its okay sometimes, it can be boring. I work as a cashier.” What’s your favorite course? “Psychology. I like it because I really like to learn about how the brain works and how people act.” If you could do anything without limitations what would it be? “I would travel. The first place I would visit is Hawaii because I really love beaches.
Missing peaches spark confusion
On Monday, the Ag department discovered most of their peaches had been picked. The department was disappointed because they intended to sell the peaches for a fundraiser. Calen Moore On Monday, the Ag department discovered most of their peaches had been picked. The department was disappointed because they intended to sell the peaches for a fundraiser. Calen Moore Calen Moore On Monday, the Ag department discovered most of their peaches had been picked.
The big 5-0
Seward celebrates its 50th year as an institution Marian Long, SCCC alumnus, brought a few memorable pieces along with her such as her PTK induction pamphlet and her PTK pin. Annette Meza Marian Long, SCCC alumnus, brought a few memorable pieces along with her such as her PTK induction pamphlet and her PTK pin. Annette Meza Annette Meza Marian Long, SCCC alumnus, brought a few memorable pieces along with her such as her PTK induction pamphlet and her PTK pin.
10 things you need to know as a SCCC freshman
Classes are back in session at Seward County Community College, and if you want to start your year off on the right foot here at SCCC, there are ten things that you should know. 1.Don’t buy your books right away. Wait until your first day of class to ask your professor if purchasing the textbook is mandatory. If they say yes, then head over to the on campus bookstore and they will get you taken care of. 2. Join a club! Yes, seriously, do it.
Perry plans to impact SCCC for one final year
Myron Perry plans to forward from SCCC in the year 2020 to pursue a job in for several biofuel processes from biogas to another confidential processes. Daniela Carmona Myron Perry plans to forward from SCCC in the year 2020 to pursue a job in for several biofuel processes from biogas to another confidential processes.
Farewell to the class of 2019
Seward County Community College had Its 48th annual commencement of 2019. It was held in the SCCC gymnasium Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Daniela Carmona Seward County Community College had Its 48th annual commencement of 2019. It was held in the SCCC gymnasium Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Daniela Carmona Daniela Carmona Seward County Community College had Its 48th annual commencement of 2019.
Biviana Rodriguez
What are your goals and ambitions? “My goal is are to work in low-income communities and work with everybody there but I will always have a special place in my heart for children of immigrants. Growing up, I used to want to be in ballet, act and do things like that but my parents didn’t know what clinics to take me to. So I want to be able to help kids like me.” When did you start performing? “Junior high is when I started doing solos for district choir.
Thomas prefers to show rather than tell
Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification You may have seen her video played at the Seward County Community College men’s basketball games or the one for sexual assault awareness month, “It’s On Us.” Computer information systems concurrent student Hunter Thomas, is the creator of both videos. Thomas plans to graduate with her associates in science by the time she graduates high school next year.
It’s On Us to stop sexual assault from happening on campus
Hunter Thomas Annette Meza, Copy Editor April 25, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification “An ounce of prevention is a pound of cure,” Annette Hackbarth-Onson, dean of students, said. April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and there’s no better way to bring awareness to it than with the help of the Liberal Area Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Services center and students and faculty from Seward County Community College.
Agriculture department takes on Kentucky and competes nationally
Sophomore biology major Madison Hall and freshman behavioral sciences major Molleigh McCormack attended the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Student Judging Contest at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. The Agriculture department has competed in NACTA every spring semester.
Egg-celent dash
SCCC hosts its annual Easter Egg Dash in the bookstore Nati da Rocha gets excited about winning the giant chocolate bunny. The Easter egg she found in the bookstore matched up to this prize. More than 300 eggs were hidden but not all offered prizes. Rubi Gallegos Nati da Rocha gets excited about winning the giant chocolate bunny. The Easter egg she found in the bookstore matched up to this prize. More than 300 eggs were hidden but not all offered prizes.
SCCC hosts annual Poetry Coffeehouse
Annette Meza Annette Meza, Copy Editor April 15, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification On Friday evening, an audience of fellow poetry lovers and peers sat amongst each other, ate horderves and sipped on water or lemonade in the Seward County Community College student union, to watch their beloved friends or family members read winning poetry pieces for the night.
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