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Sophomore center Lovasoa Andriatsarafara wins the tip-off, giving the Saints the ball first. The Saints ended with 33 points in the first half.
Saints basketball team loses to Butler Grizzlies
A painting of The Wizard of Oz book at the beginning of the tour. This is the first thing the guests see when entering the Land of Oz.
Visitors walk the yellow brick road through Dorothy’s House, “The Land of Oz” with Dorothy-Gale tour guides
New online course teaches students about intelligence agencies
New online course teaches students about intelligence agencies
Giant inflatable duck with sunglasses showcases the Duck Race Festival and its sponsor, Liberal Chamber of Commerce. The iconic inflatable duck has been around for 23 years.
Quacking News: Duck Race Festival makes a splash in Liberal
SCCC President talks pool plans
SCCC President talks pool plans
Deedee Flax, technology instructor, is one of the main teachers at Seward County Community College to integrate blendflex into many of her classes. She said that multiple students prefer the computer classes to be blendfllex as they can watch back her recordings when confused to see how she does things on her screen.
Blending the barriers of in person and online
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.
Despite rising COVID numbers, college will not require masks — for now
Abel Ochoa rips up the masks are required sign after the announcement that masks are now optional.
Campus goes maskless
Staff personnel Paul Fisher making a salad with the newly open salad bar.
SCCC cafeteria offers self-service options; first time since COVID
Free COVID vaccines offered on campus
Free COVID vaccines offered on campus
Sophmore, Jarron Wilcox receives a throw from the outfield to home plate and attempts to apply the tag. The throw was not in time, and Pratt Community College secured a run toward their future victory.
Baseball falls to Pratt finishing out their season
Jarron Wilcox from Billings, Montana, chose to bleach his hair and give himself a mullet. Transfer sophomore Wilcox came from Phoenix, Arizona to be one of our Saints catchers.
Bleach is not just for uniforms
Ashanti Thompson is a cheetah costume. Ashanti Thompson made it to third base and was ready to get home.
SCCCs baseball and softball teams show their halloween spirit
The sophomores were recognized on the field instead of walking across the stage during their doubleheader. They received their diplomas and a picture of themselves playing during their career at Seward. [Pictured left to right are Dylan Day, Reed Thomas, Jase Schneider, Mason Martinez, Gannon Hardin, Brody Boisvert, and Zach Walker]
Two celebrations in one doubleheader
Hitting the ball is Jaxson Gregg, a freshman from Keller, Texas. In the second game Gregg hit a double which brought Ranse Radtke and Jace Schneider home scoring two points.
Saints battle it out with the Trojans
Sophomore center Lovasoa Andriatsarafara wins the tip-off, giving the Saints the ball first. The Saints ended with 33 points in the first half.
Saints basketball team loses to Butler Grizzlies
The team breaks it out before taking to the court after a timeout.
Saints win against Lamar Lopes in Oct. 28 scrimmage
Last night was not only the Saints’ last home game but it was also their sophomore night. Before their game, four sophomores were recognized for the Saints.
Saints take tough loss
Mass Communications major, Jimmy Sorunke is a sophomore from Rockville, Maryland. Sorunke plays for the men's basketball team, and he has hopes that he will play in the NBA.
Jimmy Sorunke
Locked in during the first quarter, Tatum Winters scans the court in search of the ball to prepare the stats. Working behind the bench, she hovers over the digital court on the screen ready to input if a shot is made or missed.
Who really runs the court?
Defender Francisco Nava Gomez and midfielder Fernando Moura Filho attempt to steal the ball from Lamar player #7. Gomez assisted the third goal with a successful pass to Haynes.
Saints soccer team delivers strong win over Lamar
Saints soccer team joyfully posing after a home win.
First SCCC Men’s Soccer beat the odds, made it to playoffs
Ryan Shields jumps past a Lope and speeds by with the ball. A midfielder on the team, Shields, comes from Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom.
Saints soccer team snags victory over Lamar Lopes in second half
Swinging her bat to hit the ball is catcher Avery Ragsdale, a freshman from Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. In the second game Ragsdale gained two runs that she batted in resulting in her now having 42 runs that she batted in.
Lady Saints gain two wins
Fixing to collide with the ball is first baseman Samantha Gomez, a freshman from Albuquerque, New Mexico. In the first game Gomez received a run she batted in by bringing in Aaliyah Gutierrez.
Lady Saints lose doubleheader
Swinging to hit the ball is infielder Lana Pigeon, a sophomore from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. So far overall Pigeon has two hits and two runs.
Lady Saints splits games with Broncbusters
Ashanti Thompson is a cheetah costume. Ashanti Thompson made it to third base and was ready to get home.
SCCCs baseball and softball teams show their halloween spirit
Fixing to catch the ball is third baseman Mari Landa. Landa was the third baseman during the whole scrimmage.
Lady Saints scrimmage the Conquistadors
Sebastian De las Salas is a full time student and Saints tennis player. He also regularly attends Detours College Ministry Bible studies.
Sebastian De Las Salas
Sophomore Franco Vecchia prepares to swing a forehand to hit the ball back. Vecchia is from Puerto Rico, Argentina, and he is majoring in administration and marketing.
Saints take victory
Locked in during the first quarter, Tatum Winters scans the court in search of the ball to prepare the stats. Working behind the bench, she hovers over the digital court on the screen ready to input if a shot is made or missed.
Who really runs the court?
The baseball team is loaded with 20 freshmen. Mike Davidson, baseball coach, says despite being young and inexperienced, they will make a good showing this season.
Spring sports finally in action
Noah Burton is a freshman from Chichester England. Burton’s major is physical education.
Noah Burton
Wilson once again in the air, but this time going for a spike as the ball approaches its maximum height. Wilson holds a total of 214 kills with an average of 2.40 per set.
Lady Saints Volleyball loses 0-3 in Pink Out game against Barton Cougars
The Lady Saints celebrate after scoring a point. Alogether, the team holds 601 kills and 1984 attacks.
Lady Saints Volleyball wins 3-2 on Sept. 6th
7th straight win for our Lady Saints
7th straight win for our Lady Saints
Micell Jerez and Aubreigh Haxton celebrate after a kill for Haxton number 5 on Tuesday night. The Lady Saints went 3-0 with Barton Community College to improve to 3-0 in our conference and 10-2 overall.
Lady Saints sweep the Barton Cougars to stay undefeated in conference
Middle hitter Ana Cambraia joins her fellow Lady Saints to show with a smile and wave.
Lady Saints win against Hutchinson Community College
Sophomore guard Kylee Hunt shoots and scores two points for the Lady Saints. Hunt was instrumental in the victory, leading all scorers with 23 points.
Lady Saints dominate Northeastern Junior College with a 82-64 victory
Sophomore forward Allie Myers draws a foul and scores a free throw for the Lady Saints. She maintained her aggressive play style, supporting the team’s offensive momentum.
Lady Saints dominate West Texas with 77-46 victory
Sophomore Alianna Colon guards and closely watches what the other team is going to do.
Lady Saints Basketball defeats Independence Pirates, 74-57
Last night was the last home game for the Lady Saints, and it was Sophomore Night. After their game, four Lady Saints sophomores were recognized.
Lady Saints lose by 15 points
Forward Mario Whitley, a sophomore from Detroit, Michigan, gets ready to go up for the jump ball. Whitley gained 13 rebounds last night making his overall rebounds 126.
Saints take close win
Sebastian De las Salas is a full time student and Saints tennis player. He also regularly attends Detours College Ministry Bible studies.
Sebastian De Las Salas
Jarron Wilcox from Billings, Montana, chose to bleach his hair and give himself a mullet. Transfer sophomore Wilcox came from Phoenix, Arizona to be one of our Saints catchers.
Bleach is not just for uniforms
Crusader News recommends "Blood Sugar," "Everything, Everything," and "The Walking Dead: Compendium One" for D.E.A.R. Day. These books can be found at the Seward County Community College Library.
Crusader News recommends books for D.E.A.R. Day
These specific chocolates are a bit on the bigger side of Valentine's day sweets. Slicing them in half could be a good idea if you think they’re still too large.
A guide to making triple-layered chocolate hearts
The gift was my favorite because it has inspired my fiancé to keep getting me those types of gifts, and now I have several more. The idea of use for all of them is to use them as possible centerpieces for our wedding along with a notecard for each of them so guests can read it and learn more about us.
Crusaders remember Valentine’s Days they can’t forget
Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1
Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1
Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song
Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song
Cast offers insight on the production of "Little Shop of Horrors"
Cast offers insight on the production of “Little Shop of Horrors”
Inside the Mind of a Musician
Inside the Mind of a Musician
The entire cast of “I Hate Shakespeare” poses and bows to a pretend audience at the end of a practice rehearsal.
“I Hate Shakespeare” cast rehearse before fateful Nov. 2-4 performances
Meaning through tattoos
Meaning through tattoos
Tattoos are a way for people to artistically express themselves. There is a lot of decision making for a first tattoo. With that there are also things to keep in mind for first timers.
Tattoos, what to keep in mind for new people
Jarron Wilcox from Billings, Montana, chose to bleach his hair and give himself a mullet. Transfer sophomore Wilcox came from Phoenix, Arizona to be one of our Saints catchers.
Bleach is not just for uniforms
“M3GAN” is the first sci-fi horror movie that was released on Jan. 6 2023. “M3GAN” is the story of a lifelike doll named M3GAN, and she is programmed to learn about her owner and to do anything to keep her owner happy. However, a glitch in her system corrupts which causes her to “get rid of” anything that harms her owner, emotionally or physically.
An A.I with soul: “M3GAN” review
Inspired by former Crusader member Ruby Thornton, the whole staff this year has decided to write to Santa. With this the hopes are that this will be the new tradition for Crusader.
Crusader wishes to Santa
Lauren Rodriguez Cigarroa is a freshman in college. Besides working out, she also likes skateboarding,
Lauren Rodriguez Cigarroa
When he is not working, Pete sells books and records on eBay. On special occasions he gives out books and records to people he knows.
Jason Pete
During her free time, Erika Toledo likes to read on a fall day with her Hello Kitty blanket while she drinks her little tea on the side.
Erika Toledo
Blessin Kimble
Blessin Kimble
Ryle Riddlesperger is a full-time student and Saints basketball player. He also enjoys playing video games such as "Fortnite" or "LEGO Fortnite" in his free time when he isn’t at practice.
Ryle Riddlespurger
Sophomore center Lovasoa Andriatsarafara wins the tip-off, giving the Saints the ball first. The Saints ended with 33 points in the first half.
Saints basketball team loses to Butler Grizzlies
Sophomore guard Kylee Hunt shoots and scores two points for the Lady Saints. Hunt was instrumental in the victory, leading all scorers with 23 points.
Lady Saints dominate Northeastern Junior College with a 82-64 victory
Sophomore forward Allie Myers draws a foul and scores a free throw for the Lady Saints. She maintained her aggressive play style, supporting the team’s offensive momentum.
Lady Saints dominate West Texas with 77-46 victory
Defender Francisco Nava Gomez and midfielder Fernando Moura Filho attempt to steal the ball from Lamar player #7. Gomez assisted the third goal with a successful pass to Haynes.
Saints soccer team delivers strong win over Lamar
Betty Hallman, an owner of the llamas, helps a first-grade girl pet a llama. Hallman explains to the girl why they have llamas and the importance of their fur.
First graders learn about agriculture on Farm Education Day
Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1
Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1
Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song
Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song
Students voice opinions on possible TikTok ban in U.S.
Students voice opinions on possible TikTok ban in U.S.
Saints on the Street: What is your ideal Valentine's Day?
Saints on the Street: What is your ideal Valentine’s Day?
A Chance To Be On A Podcast: Episode 5
A Chance To Be On A Podcast: Episode 5
New online course teaches students about intelligence agencies
New online course teaches students about intelligence agencies
Review: Green Kukki and Tea
Review: Green Kukki and Tea
Crusaders explain importance of press freedom on Student Press Freedom Day
Crusaders explain importance of press freedom on Student Press Freedom Day
Valentine's Day Recipe: Easy Mug Brownies
Valentine’s Day Recipe: Easy Mug Brownies
Crusaders provide healthy daily habits
Crusaders provide healthy daily habits
SCCC President talks pool plans
SCCC President talks pool plans
2021 Telolith celebrates creativity
2021 Telolith celebrates creativity
The Telolith is a contemporary art and literature magazine that has been publishing since the mid 1970's. This year's Telolith marks its fourty-seventh edition
Entries for Telolith available now
Telolith 2020
Telolith 2020
Telolith 2019
Telolith 2019
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Nubia Rodriguez is a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in business administration and mass communications. Rodriguez plans to transfer to Fort Hays State University to pursue her bachelor’s degree once she graduates, hoping to become a digital-content creator or dabble in digital-media marketing. She is excited to continue her involvement with TRIO and HALO this year. She enjoys making cute Instagram posts and playing tennis and golf in her free time.

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Sophomore center Lovasoa Andriatsarafara wins the tip-off, giving the Saints the ball first. The Saints ended with 33 points in the first half.

Saints basketball team loses to Butler Grizzlies

Nubia Rodriguez and Joseph Haskell
December 12, 2024

On Nov. 26 at the Greenhouse, the Seward County Community College men’s basketball team played against Butler Community College. SCCC Saint’s attempted...

Breaking Point: SCCC students survive academic burnout

Breaking Point: SCCC students survive academic burnout

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
December 3, 2024

As the finals season approaches, academic burnout becomes inevitable for some college students. Academic burnout is a state of chronic stress that...

Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1

Creepy Crusaders Podcast: Episode 1

Nubia Rodriguez and Joseph Haskell
November 13, 2024

The Crusader News staff filmed their spooky podcast on October 31, 2024. Although Halloween has passed, we wanted to share our Halloween stories with our...

Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song

Saints on the Street: What do you rate this song from 1-10?/Recommend a Song

Nubia Rodriguez, Joseph Haskell, and Jennifer Mendoza
October 10, 2024

On Sept. 26, Crusaders went around SCCC campus to ask students not only what kind of groovin', stylish or rockin' songs they'd recommend, but also how...

Giant inflatable duck with sunglasses showcases the Duck Race Festival and its sponsor, Liberal Chamber of Commerce. The iconic inflatable duck has been around for 23 years.

Quacking News: Duck Race Festival makes a splash in Liberal

Nubia Rodriguez and Joseph Haskell
September 19, 2024

During her free time, Erika Toledo likes to read on a fall day with her Hello Kitty blanket while she drinks her little tea on the side.

Erika Toledo

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
September 10, 2024

What prompted you to go into cosmetology? So what prompted me to go into cosmetology was that I've always been very interested in, like, the beauty...

Defender Francisco Nava Gomez and midfielder Fernando Moura Filho attempt to steal the ball from Lamar player #7. Gomez assisted the third goal with a successful pass to Haynes.

Saints soccer team delivers strong win over Lamar

Nubia Rodriguez and Joe Haskell
September 5, 2024

On Sept. 1 at the Liberal Redskins Field, the Seward County Community College men's soccer team secured a decisive win against Lamar Community College....

Students voice opinions on possible TikTok ban in U.S.

Nubia Rodriguez, Lily Gonzalez, and Zoe Lampe
May 2, 2024

The U.S. moved a step closer to ban TikTok after the House of Representatives passed a bill calling for the app’s Chinese developer ByteDance to give...

Cast offers insight on the production of "Little Shop of Horrors"

Cast offers insight on the production of “Little Shop of Horrors”

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
April 19, 2024

“Little Shop Of Horrors,” a horror comedy rock musical, hit the stage at Seward County Community College. Student preview night took place on April...

Review: Green Kukki and Tea

Review: Green Kukki and Tea

Zoe Lampe, Nubia Rodriguez, and Luis Rivera Rede
April 18, 2024

Navigating FAFSA: A Brief Guide to Financial Aid Success!

Navigating FAFSA: A Brief Guide to Financial Aid Success!

Nubia Rodriguez and Luis Rivera Rede
March 31, 2024

TURN IN YOUR FAFSA! Are you nervous and don’t know what to do? DON'T BE! First of all, what is FAFSA? How would it help? FAFSA stands for Free Application...

Betty Hallman, an owner of the llamas, helps a first-grade girl pet a llama. Hallman explains to the girl why they have llamas and the importance of their fur.

First graders learn about agriculture on Farm Education Day

Zoe Lampe and Nubia Rodriguez
March 28, 2024

Farm Bureau members and Southwestern Heights High School hosted Farm Education Day at Seward County Community College for the local first graders on March...

Emnet Shifaraw, Nursing, Ethiopia What does International Women's Day mean for you? “For me, it's like a pride because like, as women like we carry a lot within us like you know, so, for example, like a woman, She has kids. And after that there's just a lot of responsibility in a woman like that she carries right after she's after birth. You know what I mean? And, for me, it's a practice that we're beautiful women carry so much within themselves. So for me, it's like a pride.” Is there a woman in your life you want to acknowledge? “My mom, I feel like she been through a lot like no matter what she's been through. She gave me better thing than she received in her life. You know, she tried to make my life a lot more easier than hers. And I don't think she recognized like, because for my mom, and her case is like, she doesn't understand emotional, like mental health, so she doesn't understand the traumas and so many things that she's been through. She doesn't accept them. So like for her to be where she is with everything that she carries that I recognize is crazy.” What would you define as your biggest strength, and why? “I think my biggest strength is Im a positive person. Like no matter what like I always tried to see a good in everything, even in people sometimes if I know maybe they're negative towards me or something. I know what's going on. But I still am able to give love like, you know, so I think that's what I would say my strength is.”

[Photo] International Women’s Day

Zoe Lampe, Nubia Rodriguez, Reporters
March 8, 2024

Emnet Shifaraw, Nursing, Ethiopia What does International Women's Day mean for you? “For me, it's like a pride because like, as women like we carry...

Lance Krogh, Fred Leisher, and Jake Robinson describe how Kansas offers the most merit badges for their Boy Scouts in the country. “Everybody wants to come to Kansas,” says Robinson.

Local Boy Scouts earn merit badges at SCCC

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
February 29, 2024

The Merit Badge Fair took place at Seward County Community College, Liberal Kansas, on Feb. 23. Hosted by Quivira Council, Boy Scouts of America, the event...

Crusaders explain importance of press freedom on Student Press Freedom Day

Crusaders explain importance of press freedom on Student Press Freedom Day

Nubia Rodriguez, Zoe Lampe, Luis Rivera Rede, and Ariel Morua
February 22, 2024

Today, Feb. 22, the Student Press Law Center and individual student journalism organizations such as Crusader News may be celebrating the sixth anniversary...

Saints on the Street: What is your ideal Valentine's Day?

Saints on the Street: What is your ideal Valentine’s Day?

Nubia Rodriguez, Lily Gonzalez, and Zoe Lampe
February 14, 2024

Tonight, many people across the country will be celebrating Valentine's Day. For some, this means celebrating with a significant other at home or out somewhere,...

People talking at their tables, eating plates of diverse food at The Student Union. The food available included various rice, pasta, meats, and drinks.

SCCC celebrates Kansas Day

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
February 6, 2024

The state of Kansas celebrated its 163th birthday on Jan. 29. The celebration of Taste of Kansas took place at Seward County Community College, and from...

During his free time, Alejandro Estrada sometimes likes to play videogames. Some of his favorites include “God of War” and “Red Dead Redemption”.

Alejandro Estrada

Nubia Rodriguez, Reporter
January 23, 2024

What made you decide on natural gas [technology] as your major?  I have family that has already been in the natural gas program. So, I decided to give...

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