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Graduating amidst COVID-19: A new outlook on an old tradition
Daniela Carmona This years commencement ceremony for the class of 2020 will look nothing like this, as cancellations happened due to COVID-19. A video will be uploaded this Saturday however, to recognize the efforts of the graduation class. Denise Perez and Elvis Polvon April 29, 2020 “Congratulations class of 2020!” These are the words that thousands of graduates across the world strived to hear.
How to stay motivated for online classes
Rebecca Irby Staying motivated can be really hard during this coronavirus outbreak. Homework can stack up. Never fear. Crusader has your back. College students hold on by a thread to their motivation to finish the semester strong. Many have used social media to poke fun at their crippling drive to learn online. Students stated that “being at home makes them feel like school is optional.” Others say they used to believe online school was for them, but now would love to just sit in a regular classroom.
Top 10 documentaries on Netflix
Elvis Polvon, Reporter April 14, 2020 With Governor Kelly’s stay-at-home order, crusader gathered the 10 best documentaries to watch while at home. From Miss Americana to The Keepers, this list consist of documentaries covering murder mysteries, physical abuse, lies and scandals. 1. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez The murder of Gabriel Fernandez sparks conversation of a dark topic, child abuse. In this docuseries you are taken into the days before the murder and into the dats after.
Saints Stories: Podcast features SCCC students and advice to their younger selves
Elvis Polvon and Rebecca Irby March 27, 2020 Podcast transcript: Elvis Polvon: Hi guys, welcome to Saint Stories! This is our co-host Elvis. Rebecca Irby: And Rebecca and with us today we have freshman accounting major, Whitney Hay and freshman computer science major, Carlos Balderas. Today’s topic for the podcast is advice to your younger self. So to start off, I’d like each of us to give three words to describe ourselves right now. Polvon: Lost, stressed out, and happy. Irby: Carlos?
SCCC students give their take on Lent
Elvis Polvon St. Anthony of Padua Catholic church is one of the many churches SCCC students attend in Liberal. Sophomore Destiny Duran attends this church and plans to give up spending so much money during lent. Elvis Polvon, Reporter March 26, 2020 Every year residents of Liberal ring in Lent with Shrove Tuesday, or better known to us as “Pancake Day,” with a big celebration. Then, many quickly forget about Lent after until Easter Sunday.
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.
Lady Saints win against Clarendon college
Elvis Polvon Hannah Schulman, freshman from Colorado Springs, helps her team get to victory with great pitching skills. Elvis Polvon, Reporter March 6, 2020 The Lady Saints softball team won against Clarendon College on March 5. During the first game, the score ended with a score 17-16, and during the last game they won 9-4. They are now 5-7 overall. Elvis Polvon Infield Mina Schartz, freshman from Dallas, takes her turn at homebase. SCCC wins the first game with an ending score of 17-16.
SCCC student Whitney Hay, takes first in Liberal’s Pancake Day race
Elvis Polvon Whitney Hay placed first in the Liberal leg of the Pancake Day race, but lost to Olney, England by three seconds. The Pancake Day race tradition carried for 71 years brings the two sister cities together every year right before Lent. Since 1950, Liberal and Olney, England have had an annual race-off on every “Fat Tuesday.” Pancake Day this year was a four day event here in Liberal, consisting of a carnival, a 5k fun-run, a eating contest, a breakfast and a race.
SCCC Spirit Squad gives inside look at revamped team
The cheer squad usually performs during a time out and half times. Their routines involve dances and stunts. Sophomore Emily Borjas is seen doing a liberty stunt in the background. Victoria Martins The cheer squad usually performs during a time out and half times. Their routines involve dances and stunts. Sophomore Emily Borjas is seen doing a liberty stunt in the background. Victoria Martins Victoria Martins The cheer squad usually performs during a time out and half times.
2020 Homecoming king and queen crowned
Cheerleader Alicyn Carey crowns fellow cheerleader Celia Gutierrez. Gutierrez said she was shocked and couldn't believe it! Elvis Polvon Cheerleader Alicyn Carey crowns fellow cheerleader Celia Gutierrez. Gutierrez said she was shocked and couldn't believe it! Elvis Polvon Elvis Polvon Cheerleader Alicyn Carey crowns fellow cheerleader Celia Gutierrez.
The Crusader | Cyara Heredia
Why did you choose philosophy as your major? “It gives you a new outlook on life and law.” Why did you decide to attend Seward County Community College ? “I attended SCCC because it’s right at home and I think it’s a smart idea to attend a two year college first so you can “dip your toes” in the college experience.” Where do you plan to transfer after? “I have two schools in mind, either Pittsburg State University or University of Kansas.
The Crusader | Juliet Nava
What does a weekday look like to you? I usually wake up around 8 a.m. and get ready. I then speed to class or to Liberal High School because I tutor there. I usually don’t get out of school till 3:00 p.m. Right after, I go to work everyday till 6 p.m. I work at El-Kan Pharmacy. After work, I usually try to finish all my homework and if I get lucky, I’ll go out with my boyfriend or friends. Elvis Polvon Juliet Nava is a freshman from Liberal and majoring in Biology. She hopes to be a dentist one day.
Opinion: who will take home a Grammy this year?
2020 Grammy nominations show it was a woman’s world The 2020 Grammy Awards are set to air on Jan. 26 on CBS at 7 p.m. Courtesy photo The 2020 Grammy Awards are set to air on Jan. 26 on CBS at 7 p.m. Courtesy photo Courtesy photo The 2020 Grammy Awards are set to air on Jan. 26 on CBS at 7 p.m. Elvis Polvon, Club reporter January 15, 2020 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification The 2020 Grammy Awards season is now in full-bloom. The Grammys will take place on Jan.
Liberal Rec looks forward to new location in 2020
Liberal's Recreation Department plans to move into the old middle school in March 2020. Elvis Polvon Liberal's Recreation Department plans to move into the old middle school in March 2020. Elvis Polvon Elvis Polvon Liberal's Recreation Department plans to move into the old middle school in March 2020. Elvis Polvon, Club Reporter December 10, 2019 With 2020 right around the corner, people across the nation are excited for new beginnings and upcoming events.
Review: Is “Joker” glorifying violence and mental illness?
The DC comic based film, "Joker," was released to theaters on Oct. 4. The movie has a cumulative worldwide gross of $272 million. Courtesy of Warner Brothers The DC comic based film, "Joker," was released to theaters on Oct. 4. The movie has a cumulative worldwide gross of $272 million. Courtesy of Warner Brothers Courtesy of Warner Brothers The DC comic based film, "Joker," was released to theaters on Oct. 4. The movie has a cumulative worldwide gross of $272 million.
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