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Ziggy Odogun speaks to a group of young soccer players at a camp she organized and ran.

Challenges pushed Ziggy Odogun to build a non-profit foundation

Megan Binkley, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Everyone knows the feeling of being hit by one of life’s curveballs. Sudden loss and unexpected challenges are often destabilizing and overwhelming. Yet for innovator, speaker and ex-professional footballer...

Film and English instructor Dr. John Opel specializes in the horror writing genre.

Horror movies a long-time passion for Madison College instructor

Alex White, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Most people can remember being sick at home as a kid watching a movie marathon on television. Madison College Professor John Opel first fell in love with movies in 1972 while battling swine flu. “It’s...

Carson Huessner, left, and Mackenzie Smith compete in the Tech Olympics during the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival at Madison College in January.

Stars shine bright on and off the stage

Mack Biester, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Though the spotlight burns brightest upon the stage — the actors who fill us with awe and move us to tears — there are just as many stars behind the scenes who empower them. Such is the case with Madison...

Rabecca Schwarz’s love of video began in fourth grade when a teacher used YouTube to upload homework.

Channeling her voice

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief February 12, 2025

At an age when most of her friends were going to the mall, Rabecca “Becca” Schwarz was at home, building her YouTube channel. According to youtube.com, 97% of YouTube channels fail, mostly because...

Truax Gallery visitors enjoy the “SOULful Joy” art exhibit prior to its opening celebration that was held on Feb. 6. The exhibit honors long-time advisor Dzigbodi Akyea.

‘SOULful Joy” exhibit on display in Truax Gallery through Feb. 28

Eli Schmidt, Arts Editor February 12, 2025

Madison College celebrated the opening of the fourth annual Dzigbodi Akyea art exhibit on Feb. 6 with an event hosted by the SOUL Affinity Group and the Division of College Culture and Climate. The theme...

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway speaks at a meeting of the Madison College Democrats Club.

City’s mayor encourages students to get involved

Paige Shapiro, News Editor February 12, 2025

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway of the city of Madison, spoke to Madison College students, to emphasize the importance of voter registration and local government involvement in our communities. Speaking from...

Meet one of Public Safety’s most recent hires, Reece Lehman, the newest full-time patrol officer. Reece comes to Madison College from UW-Madison Security and is currently assigned to the evening patrol shift.

A few reminders from the Public Safety Office

Lucas Adler, Public Safety Deputy Director February 12, 2025

A couple of friendly reminders to the campus community regarding some trends our officers have been noticing while out on patrol. • Tobacco products are prohibited on campus property. This includes...

AI, the Academy Awards and all of us

Mark Luetkehoelter, Librarian February 12, 2025

The 97th Academy Awards will be presented on Sunday, March 2. It wouldn’t be an Academy Awards show without some type of controversary, and this year, among other issues, the use of artificial intelligence...

Alex Kaiser speaks at Madison College’s commencement ceremony in December.

Commencement speaker thanks students and staff for his success

Paige Shapiro, News Editor January 21, 2025

On Dec. 12, Madison College graduates were handed their certificates and diplomas during the Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Alliant Energy Center Coliseum. Alex Kaiser, the graduate speaker at...

A youth group performs at the annual Hmong New Year Celebration on Dec. 7 at the Truax Campus.

Hmong New Year Celebration

Declan Rafter, Staff Writer January 21, 2025

Madison College held a Hmong New Year celebration on Dec. 7 in the atrium of the Truax Campus. The event was organized by a team within the Division of College culture and climate, led by Vice President...

Balaji “Abi” Abishek answers questions during his honors presentation in December.

Presentations mark Honors Program’s 10th year

Kristine Gallagher, Staff Writer January 21, 2025

The Madison College Honors Program held its 10th anniversary presentations on Dec. 6. Dr. Julia Haseleu, Honors Program Director, began with an introduction and opening remarks. “The Madison College...

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Several services are available to help you stay safe in winter

Lt. Lucas Adler, Public Safety Officer January 21, 2025

Welcome back to Madison College. Hopefully you had a great holiday break, and you are coming back refreshed and ready to take on the spring semester. During the school year, Public Safety will publish...

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