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Aside from sleep and procrastination, finding a place to study is very important as well. A place like the computer labs or an empty room would be good because there is no one around to be a distraction.

[Photo] Don’t be a mess, stress less

Jessica Madrigal, Reporter
May 5, 2022

Aside from sleep and procrastination, finding a place to study is very important as well. A place like the computer labs or an empty room would be good...

For the fourth year in a row Crusader receives the All-Kansas award for spring and fall of 2021. Pictured left to right are Laura Gillespie, Brianna Rich, Jessica Madrigal, Dani Arellano and Seyun Park.

[Photo] Crusader keeps winning

Melvin Le, Copy Editor
April 13, 2022

For the fourth year in a row Crusader receives the All-Kansas award for spring and fall of 2021. Pictured left to right are Laura Gillespie, Brianna Rich,...

Some SCCC students are spending time in the mountains and others are going home to see family.

[Photo] Students are planning spring break

Ashanti Thompson, Reporter
March 11, 2022

Some SCCC students are spending time in the mountains and others are going home to see family.

Seward County Community College will be closed to celebrate Pancake Day.

[Photo] School is out for pancakes

Laura Gillespie
March 1, 2022

Seward County Community College will be closed to celebrate Pancake Day.

With Feb. coming to an end, SCCC students share their views on relationships.

[Photo] Podcast: Let’s talk about love

Reece Hay and Dani Arellano
February 23, 2022

With Feb. coming to an end, SCCC students share their views on relationships.

Greg Gunderson is set to resign Feb. 11 citing a family emergency. This has left SCCC without a president for the third time in three years.

Third president in three years resigns

Seward County Community College’s president resigned after two months on the job. Greg Gunderson released a statement to staff, faculty and students...

Snow days don’t stop SCCC from having class or fun

Dani Arellano and Crusader Staff
February 3, 2022

Whether it is staying inside cozied up on the couch with a good show, playing in six-inches of snow or going to work in extreme cold conditions, snow days...

The Seward County Community College nursing major often uses her home or random places to fill her episodes for YouTube. Paola Estrada has posted 16 videos, so far, and has plans to expand.

[Photo] SCCC student has own YouTube channel

Maria Coronado, Reporter
January 31, 2022

The Seward County Community College nursing major often uses her home or random places to fill her episodes for YouTube. Paola Estrada has posted 16 videos,...

Even though area school districts have either canceled classes for the week or reinstated masks, SCCC remains maskless. The choice is left in the hands of individuals.

[Photo] Despite rising COVID numbers, college will not require masks — for now

Laura Gillespie, Editor
January 21, 2022

Even though area school districts have either canceled classes for the week or reinstated masks, SCCC remains maskless. The choice is left in the hands...

The Crusader staff works together to cover a story over the reopening of the E-boutique. The staff worked on shooting interviews with the members of the PBL club.

Crusader wins All-Kansas award

Crusader staff
April 14, 2021

F or the third year in a row, Crusader has won the All- Kansas award as the best two-year news team in the state.  The Kansas Collegiate Media Awards...

[Video] Style at no cost

Monalisa Chakraborty, Club Reporter
April 7, 2021

Are you in need of an arrangement of clothing, jewelry, hats, or shoes for any occasion?   Seward County Community College’s Phi Beta Lambda students,...

With it being already one year since our woulrd changed due to COVID Crusader went and asked students how their lives were changed due to the pandemic.

One year later: How has COVID-19 impacted life?

Crusader staff
March 9, 2021

Last year students went into spring break unaware things would never be the same. Initially, they thought the extended spring break was great. But...

Seward County Community College has teamed up Healthy Roster in an effort to keep students and employees from coming onto campus and exposing large numbers of people to Covid.

[Photo] SCCC uses Healthy Roster app as extra precaution

Destiny Vasquez
February 3, 2021

Seward County Community College has teamed up Healthy Roster in an effort to keep students and employees from coming onto campus and exposing large numbers...

Poll open for early voting on  Oct 19 til election day on Nov 3 from 7am til 7pm

Voter Guide: 2020 Presidential Election

Crusader staff
October 20, 2020

With polls now open for early presidential election. Many students are first time voters. Crusader News offers this voters guide to help navigate the issues...

2020 Seward County Community College sophomores will graduate May 2 on an online video format.

Saints on the Street: Graduates reminisce about favorite SCCC moments

Crusader Staff
May 1, 2020

Many controversial topics are discussed everyday on television, websites and through casual conversation everywhere you go. Crusader News is on the hunt...

Saints on the Street: Students discuss pandemic

Saints on the Street: Students discuss pandemic

Crusader Staff, Reporters
April 16, 2020

Many controversial topics are discussed everyday on television, websites and through casual conversation everywhere you go. Crusader News is on the hunt...

Spring break has been extended by a week for Seward County Community College students. More announcements will come out on March 19.

[Photo] No class on Monday, spring break extended through March 23

Crusader News
March 13, 2020

Spring break has been extended by a week for Seward County Community College students. More announcements will come out on March 19.

The Lady Saints played against Barton Community College on Jan. 25. The ladies won with a score of 69-63 and they are now 12-0 in conference play.

No. 12 Lady Saints beat Barton, 69-63

Crusader Staff
January 27, 2020

The Lady Saints played against Barton Community College on Jan. 25. The game ended with a score of 69-63. The No. 12 Saints are now 12-0 in conference...

No classes due to weather, holiday

No classes due to weather, holiday

Crusader Staff
January 17, 2020

Classes are canceled Friday due to inclement weather. Classes will resume on Tuesday. A wintery mix of snow and rain blanketed southwest Kansas Thursday...

Crusader staff hunts for news

Crusader staff hunts for news

Crusader staff
January 14, 2020

Crusader News is finally back from the winter break! Dive into the new semester the right way and be in the know with news around campus. After an in-class...

There are two approaches to Black Friday shopping: from the comfort of your home or fighting crowds in the stores. My choice is to be comfortable!

[Photo] Black Friday … smlack Friday! Stay home and shop online

William Swanson, Reporter
November 27, 2019

There are two approaches to Black Friday shopping: from the comfort of your home or fighting crowds in the stores. My choice is to be comfortable!

Ask Crusader: Do teachers know we have lives outside of school?

Ask Crusader: Do teachers know we have lives outside of school?

Crusader staff
November 21, 2019

Dear Crusader, why don’t teachers realize that most of us work AND take classes? This time of the semester is soooo hard with homework, tests and papers....

What can you buy on a $5 budget?

Crusader Staff
October 29, 2019

Being a college student can mean that your already tight budget can be spread pretty thin. After burning cash on books, classes, car payments and, of course,...

Ask Crusader: I need a job! Help!

Ask Crusader: I need a job! Help!

Crusader Staff
October 29, 2019

Dear Crusader, I have been searching for a job for quite some time and I just want to know if you guys have any suggestions or if anyone is hiring!? HELP Dear...

Ask Crusader: How do I find the strength to keep going?

Ask Crusader: How do I find the strength to keep going?

Crusader Staff
October 15, 2019

Dear Crusader, I don’t understand any of my science classes. What do I do? I’m at the point where I want to drop out and maybe say the college life...

The Catholic Diocese of Dodge City has released its list of priests with substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of children. Liberal's St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church was mentioned in the report, however, the priest left the parish in 1994.

Priests accused of sexual assault in Dodge City Diocese report

Crusader Staff
October 3, 2019

The Catholic Diocese of Dodge City released a list of priests accused of sexual assault all over the state of Kansas. One of these priests, who is now...

The annual poetry contest is taking entires until March 31. Students can win prizes.

[Photo] SCCC annual poetry contest approaches fast

Michelle Mattich, Managing Editor
March 21, 2019

The annual poetry contest is taking entires until March 31. Students can win prizes.

Men's basketball plays Tuesday in Hutchinson in second round action. Make your tournament predictions with this interactive

Pick your Men’s NJCAA basketball winner

Crusader Staff
March 18, 2019

Men's basketball plays Tuesday in Hutchinson in second round action. Make your tournament predictions with this interactive

The Saints will attend the NJCAA national tournament, otherwise known as "the Tournament," in Hutchinson. Their first game is Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. in the Hutchinson Sports Arena.

[Photo] Saints attend national tournament

Michelle Mattich, Managing Editor
March 18, 2019

The Saints will attend the NJCAA national tournament, otherwise known as "the Tournament," in Hutchinson. Their first game is Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. in the...

Halloween just isn't complete without Crusader staff hosting a booth at Trick-or-Treat Street in the SCCC student union. Rubi Gallegos, Amberley Taylor, Alondra Botello, Michelle Mattich, Annette Meza and Anastasia Smalldridge dressed up for the occasion.

[Photo] Crusader Staff

March 9, 2019

Halloween just isn't complete without Crusader staff hosting a booth at Trick-or-Treat Street in the SCCC student union. Rubi Gallegos, Amberley Taylor,...

Feb. 1 – Feb. 28, 2019

Crusader Staff
March 6, 2019

The February Seward County Community College incident report is prepared by the campus security office. The reported incidents for the month are: Feb....

Nov. 1 – Nov. 30, 2018

Crusader Staff
December 13, 2018

The November Seward County Community College incident report is prepared by the campus security office. The reported incidents on campus for the month...

It's winter break. Enjoy the holidays and time with family. Classes begin on Jan. 14.

[Photo] It’s Winter Break … See you Jan. 14

December 13, 2018

It's winter break. Enjoy the holidays and time with family. Classes begin on Jan. 14.

[Video] Finals week begins, happy studying!

Crusader Staff
December 7, 2018

Finals week for the fall 2018 semester begins Monday. Everyone is burning the midnight oil to get the last papers done and study for tests. The Crusader...

This certain dish is called a “gringa” The type of tortilla to use for this certain dish is a flour tortilla. The “gringa” consists of any type of meat of your choice and mozzarella, lettuce, tomato and avocado.

Taco Truck Tour

Crusader Staff
December 3, 2018

As college students, we know that fast food is the easiest way to fuel up on carbs and calories between classes, which is certainly necessary to have energy...

With a new coaching stuff and 10 new freshman, the Lady Saints Volleyball team looks to have another successful season with a possible National Tournament appearance.

[Photo] Lady Saints Volleyball has high hopes for new season

Annette Meza, Reporter
August 31, 2018

With a new coaching stuff and 10 new freshman, the Lady Saints Volleyball team looks to have another successful season with a possible National Tournament...

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.

[Photo] Lady Saints win first conference game

Amberley Taylor, Co-Editor
August 30, 2018

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.

Is the transfer process from SCCC to a four-year school confusing? Talk to your advisor!

[Photo] 4 tips to help navigate the transfer maze

Andrea Sanchez, Reporter
September 19, 2017

Is the transfer process from SCCC to a four-year school confusing? Talk to your advisor!

DACA "allows young people who were brought to the U.S illegally as children to remain in the country."

[Photo] DACA demise affects students’ future

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
September 12, 2017

DACA "allows young people who were brought to the U.S illegally as children to remain in the country."

[Video] ‘Twas the night before finals

Crusader Staff
December 9, 2016

Twas the night before finals, when life was a mess, when students were strung out on caffeine and stress,   The books were stacked in the library....

Review: Kenny Chesney

Review: Kenny Chesney

Crusader Staff
November 21, 2016

The Crusader recently ran a Facebook poll asking you which new album we should listen to and review. The results came in and the winner by one vote was...

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