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Concurrent students struggle with loss from COVID-19
There are 365 concurrent students this semester for SCCC and most of them are dealing with the loss of their senior year. (Eagle icon provided by the USD 210 website) Preston Burrows, Features Editor April 27, 2020 “I had my last day of high school without even knowing,” Jenna Beesley, Hugoton High School and Seward County Community College concurrent student, said. This seemed to be the case for most students of the class of 2020. March 23.
Kansas gets a ‘C’ for social distancing
Is this part of the state adhering to the stay-at-home order? Preston Burrows It's been a month since "social distancing" became the norm. Some areas of the country have really taken it to heart, while others haven't paid much attention. Preston Burrows, Features Editor April 15, 2020 Going to the store or to a favorite restaurant everyday seems to be in the past with stay-at-home restrictions from the federal and state government.
Teachers against COVID-19
Educators tell their side of when COVID-19 changed everything Preston Burrows and Annette Meza|April 9, 2020 Sue Sprenkle Satanta teachers worked hard to put student’s supplies in brown paper bags while wearing personal protective equipment to keep the community safe. This system was set up as a drive-thru so students could get their supplies quickly so the next could do the same.
Saints on the Street: Students voice opinions
Many controversial topics are discussed everyday on television, websites and through casual conversation everywhere you go. Crusader News is on the hunt for what Seward County Community College students’ opinions are for different issues. This week for Saints on the Street, the hot topic is abortion. Nil Monet — Physical Education “First of all, I have to say that I approve of the issue because sometimes it is necessary.
Editorial: Crusader pushes through despite pandemic
Preston Burrows Crusader News plans to continue informing and telling your stories with the best interest of the community. In the wake of a pandemic that has not only taken the country, but the world by surprise, a southwest Kansas town has been shaken from everyday life. In-person college classes are cancelled, K-12 schools are closed for the rest of the school year and restaurants and service businesses recently close their doors, putting many jobs on hold or sadly having to fire others.
Editorial: Crusader pushes through despite pandemic
Preston Burrows Crusader News plans to continue informing and telling your stories with the best interest of the community. In the wake of a pandemic that has not only taken the country, but the world by surprise, southwest Kansas town has been shaken from everyday life. In-person college classes are cancelled, K-12 schools are closed for the rest of the school year and restaurants and service businesses recently close their doors, putting many jobs on hold or sadly having to fire others.
Students react to taking classes online
Crusader News The SCCC campus has cleared out after President Ken Trzaska's announcement to switch to online classes starting Monday. Some staff and faculty are still on campus working but students are supposed to stay home. Preston Burrows, Features Editor March 20, 2020 The phone buzzed in most students’ pocket at exactly 10:23 a.m. Tuesday. For some, the message brought stress with the new wave of changes announced. While others were grateful the right decisions were made.
Twitter highlights of Super Tuesday
Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-VT) holds a rally hours before Super Tuesday at the Rivercentre in St. Paul, MN, on March 2, 2020. It was down to three. Two opponents were neck and neck and one is not going down without a fight. With twists and turns and the plot thickening, some would consider this a drama series, but in fact this is the 2020 United States democratic presidential primary election. This week started off with many political surprises.
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.
Editorial: Crusader News takes a stance on dorm fines
Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC dorm fines. Preston Burrows Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC dorm fines. Preston Burrows Preston Burrows Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC dorm fines.
Editorial: Crusader News takes a stance on dorm fines
Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC dorm fines. Preston Burrows Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC dorm fines. Preston Burrows Preston Burrows Crusader News has decided to voice their opinion on the matter of SCCC 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 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.
Super bowl for dummies
Learn the football basics to prepare for the 2020 Super Bowl Custodian Chris Schroeder hows off her Austin Mahones Kansas City Chiefs jersey before the 2020 Super Bowl, which kicks off Feb. 2. The Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers will be competing. Jade Harper Custodian Chris Schroeder hows off her Austin Mahones Kansas City Chiefs jersey before the 2020 Super Bowl, which kicks off Feb. 2. The Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers will be competing.
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 struggle home
Kristian Laurens, who had never been away from his family for more than a week, made a decision to run away. He has no clue if it will last an hour or his entire life, but he took the chance for who he and his life in America. With an uneasy stomach, Laurens steps on the bus to Denver and rewrites his future. Preston Burrows Kristian Laurens, who had never been away from his family for more than a week, made a decision to run away.
Staff made TikToks to help you glide through finals
Preston Burrows Preston Burrows, Reporter December 6, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification As the semester is ending, Crusader has put together a compilation of TikTok’s to help you get through these last few days with a laugh! Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification About the Contributor Preston Burrows, Reporter Preston Burrows is an 18 year old sophomore at SCCC, who was born in Johnson City.
Top 10 best-selling Christmas songs
The top ten trending Christmas songs are perfect to listen to if you're wanting to get into the Christmas spirit! Luis Martinez The top ten trending Christmas songs are perfect to listen to if you're wanting to get into the Christmas spirit! Luis Martinez Luis Martinez The top ten trending Christmas songs are perfect to listen to if you're wanting to get into the Christmas spirit! Preston Burrows, Reporter December 2, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here...
Crocs: A social pariah
Crocs do’s and dont's you should know about the popular shoe The Croc King lets you in on some secrets about the stylish shoes that are popular among many. Preston Burrows The Croc King lets you in on some secrets about the stylish shoes that are popular among many. Preston Burrows Preston Burrows The Croc King lets you in on some secrets about the stylish shoes that are popular among many.
Trail Of Terror leaves you trembling
Preston Burrows, Reporter October 25, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification The second annual Trail of Terror at Arkalon Park launched the Halloween craziness and fun for Seward County Community College students. Crusader News takes you through the event that raises money for Shop with a Cop, a program that helps provide Christmas presents for children.
Quiz: What scary movie character are you?
Photo Illustration Preston Burrows, Reporter October 23, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Get in the Halloween spirit with a personality quiz that fits the mood. With 10 simple questions, find out if you are Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Michael Myers or Ghostface.
Student emphasizes STD testing
Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Editor’s note: This story acknowledges the existence of sex and sexually transmitted diseases. A student sits nervously on the edge of his bed, as his leg shakes and causes the black mini fridge to move. Suddenly a call comes and Stephen Ortiz’s* heart drops. He answers with an unsure, shaky hello.
Tamales for Christmas
Freshman computer science major, Oscar Silva, highlights the differences between his family's Christmas and American Christmas'. Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Luis Martinez This is the second part to a four part series in the Hispanic Heritage month series. ROLLA — B risk air and frost covers the dim glow of Christmas lights outside, hanging on the tin roof of a house. Inside the house, a decorative plate that holds a 20 pound turkey would not be seen.
Life out of the country
International student compares life in Kansas to Brazil Freshman biology major, Victoria Martins, proudly holds up the flag of her home country, Brazil, as she poses for a picture. Signatures from her friends in America and her hometown, Sete Lagoas, Brazil, paint the flag. When asked for a picture, Martins stated that she was not going to dress nice everyday so anytime would be good. Martins shared some of her culture and also recalled some American culture she found strange.
Students reveal what it’s like at the SLC
Preston Burrows, Reporter September 25, 2019 Send email to this address Enter Your Name Add a comment here Verification Dorm life can be fun, crazy and terrifying all at the same time. Students move from their homes to live with a hundred or so strangers. But eventually, these strangers become your friends. In this first episode of “Dorm Life,” Crusader reporter Preston Burrows gives us a look inside the student living.
A late mistake
Advice for upcoming students considering a night class Night classes are offered at SCCC for students and community members. Night classes occur only once a week, which can be a reason why most students think it's a good idea to take them. (Photo Illustration) Preston Burrows Night classes are offered at SCCC for students and community members. Night classes occur only once a week, which can be a reason why most students think it's a good idea to take them.
Mary Camargo Camacho
Why was Seward County Community College your choice? SCCC was my first choice in picking a college because of the fact that it was closer to home and parents, whom I admire. The cost for the same education as other colleges is cheaper here. What is your favorite part about SCCC? My start of college has been positive due to the friendly people and the teachers attitude of being “pretty cool.” What do you want to do with your degree after Seward? After SCCC, I will continue with my degree in nursing.
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