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The student news site of Seward County Community College

Crusader News

The student news site of Seward County Community College

Crusader News

Michelle Mattich is the managing editor for the Spring 2019 semester.

Michelle Mattich, Managing Editor

Michelle Mattich was born in El Paso, Texas She enjoys writing, and listening to music. She also enjoys reading a good book and watching Netflix. Michelle is an English major hoping to expand her horizons in the literature world. After two years at SCCC, she hopes to transfer to Wichita State University.

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Natalie Melendez is a freshman biology major from Liberal. Melendez enjoys biology because she likes plants and animals better than people.

Natalie Melendez

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
November 2, 2018

Why is Biology your major? "This might sound bad but I do not like people, I like plants and animals more. They are easier to work with." What is...

The Clery Act was passed in 1990 and requires colleges to publicize their crime records.

Clery Act protects students

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
October 25, 2018

The year was 1986 and Jeanne Clery, who was only 19 years old, was in her dorm at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. On a specific day, April...

Understanding the Dream

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
September 24, 2018

After two months of cow blood and cutting specialty meats, I understand their dream and sacrifices now more than ever. I learned a lot about my father...

My father has done this work of slicing, grinding, hauling and inspecting for 11 years. He keeps going back for one reason: to fulfill his dream of providing a better life for his family.

Moving Onward and Forward

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
September 24, 2018

You never get used to cow blood, or being covered in it. My father assured me it was nothing and that my summer job slicing specialty cuts of meat was...

Rooney Morales

Rooney Morales

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
September 18, 2018

Why did you decide to come to SCCC? "My parents encouraged me to come here after we moved, I like SCCC very much." What is your Career Goal? "My career...

The SCCC Foundation is hosting the 24th annual auction to help raise money for scholarships for students.

Welcome to the jungle

Michelle Mattich, Co-Editor
September 6, 2018

Get your party hats on! It is time for the 24th annual Seward County Community College  Foundation Auction. This year’s auction, “Welcome to the Jungle”...

Free coffee Tuesday is a popular event at the campus bookstore. SCCC students use caffeine to keep up with the busy college life.

What’s your kick?

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
May 3, 2018

Coffee, soda, Red Bull, Monster, various teas, and 5 Hour Energy all have one thing in common: caffeine. Caffeine is known as the “holy grail” of dealing...

Aysia Harper

Aysia Harper

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
April 26, 2018

    Why did you choose to come to Seward? "Do I want to be here? No, but I am here because it is cheap." What is your career goal? "I’m...

Frerichs plans on creating another piece to take with him to an international competition that will be held in Indiana.  With more than 2,000 students attending this competition, Frerichs hopes to place in the Top 6.

Metal doesn’t break

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
April 18, 2018

At Seward County Community College's technical school, there’s a big workshop with a small door that leads into a classroom. This is where 17- year-old...

Women in Robotics

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
April 16, 2018

At the center of a lego course in the computer room was two young ladies who were eagerly grabbing parts to construct a Lego Ev3 robot. Kaitlyn Thompson,...

Get ready in 5 minutes!

Get ready in 5 minutes!

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
March 7, 2018

Some days (or most days) we all want those extra 10 minutes of sleep, so we take advantage of it and before we know we’re late for school or work. You...

This photo was submitted by a Photography 1 student for the a chance to publish their work in SCCC's Literary Magazine, Telolith. The picture is titled "Welcome to Liberal".

Time for Telolith!

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
February 21, 2018

Calling all creative students! It is time for Seward County Community College’s Telolith. Submit a poem, short story, or art piece for the chance to...

Sarahi Aguilera, sophomore criminal justice major, spent Friday, Jan. 19, marching in Washington DC and visiting Kansas' senator, Jerry Moran's office to lend her voice in support of DACA. Aguilera travelled to the national's capital to fight for the "dream act" as the deadline for either a budget or government shutdown looms.

The War on DACA continues

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
January 19, 2018

It has been a rollercoaster ride in the White House and in many homes across the United States after the Trump administration called for the end of DACA...

Sarahi Aguilera holds a sign declaring that DACA recipients are in the USA to stay. The SCCC sophomore has been to Topeka and Washington, D.C. to let her voice be heard on this issue.

Defending DACA

Michelle Mattich, Reporter/Editor
January 17, 2018

The fight for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) continues in the nation's capital. Seward County Community College has students and staff actively...

(left to right) Sandra Gonzalez, Ana Neave, Karina Vazquez, Karina Martinez, Nancy Acuna

Ana Neave

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
January 10, 2018

What is your life quote? “What you are is God’s gift to you, what you become is your gift to God.” What are your hobbies? "I like to workout...

You can bake from scratch in your dorm room. It's easy with a microwave. Try these recipes during finals week.

Cup of Cheer!

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
December 7, 2017

We all have a sweet tooth, well most of us anyways. When it comes to those intense craving for something sweet it may not always be available, especially...

You can do a lot with a bowl of ramen noodles.

Ramen Gourmet

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
November 2, 2017

Ramen is the staple food for college kids all around the globe, with its cheap price and decent flavor it's bound to fill your stomach with something when...

Spooky Tales

Spooky Tales

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
October 30, 2017

Ghosts are scary, period. Well, that's if you believe in them. The occurrences of the paranormal are often in debate through discussions that go back and...

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