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Madison College student's visa revoked

Madison College student’s visa revoked

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief April 10, 2025

During a meeting on April 9, the college administration notified the Madison College District Board that a student’s visa had recently been revoked. Interim President Dr. Tim Casper said that the...

Teegawende “Josephine” Segrado created an honors project titled, “Seizure Detection and Mitigation,” to research epilepsy.

Studying epilepsy to help at home

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief April 8, 2025

Globally, epilepsy affects over 50 million people, with a significant number residing in Africa. It is the most common neurological disorder in Africa, affecting approximately 25 million people, making...

A small section of the Truax building rooftop solar array can be seen from the third floor of the building. The array is the largest rooftop system in the state.

College recognized for its efforts to reduce emissions

Lynette LeGarde, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

Madison College was recognized as a 2024 Climate Champion by Dane County earlier this semester. This program honors organizations that are taking action to reduce carbon emissions. There were 32 organizations...

Students perform at the United Common Ground’s 16th annual Global Showcase held in Room D1630 at the Truax Campus.

Celebration of global cultures

Claire Cox, Opinions Editor April 8, 2025

Vibrant music and the aroma of rich cuisine breathed an exciting energy into the air of Madison College for United Common Ground’s 16th annual Global Showcase held at the Truax Campus on March 5. According...

Madison College’s Chris Calico (10) hits a ground ball, allowing teammate James Duncan (22) to score another run against Bryant & Stratton on April 1.

Madison College baseball is ranked No. 13

Kinsey Kessel, Sports Editor April 8, 2025

After a highly successful season last year, the Madison College baseball team aims to build on their achievements while integrating a wave of new freshmen. With seasoned veterans and fresh talent, the...

Members of the cast of Cabaret sing the last musical number of the first act during rehearsal on March 1.

‘Cabaret’ remains relevant

Mack Biester, Staff Writer March 4, 2025

Madison College’s production of Joe Masteroff and Fred Ebb’s production “Cabaret,” directed by Meghan Rudolph, opens its five-show run at the Mitby Theatre on Friday, March 7, and the timing couldn’t...

Student Rishab Kotte works in the STEM Center’s 3D Printing Lab at the Truax Campus. Kotte led efforts to create a fruit and vegetable garden at his local elementary school as part of his Eagle Scout service initiative this past fall.

STEM Academy student leads the ‘Growing Hope Garden’ project

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief March 4, 2025

Labor Day is a holiday that most Americans appreciate only after realizing it gives them a three-day weekend come September. But for STEM Academy student Rishab Kotte, this holiday involves more than a...

Brothers Ceegan Rauls, left, and Cullen Rauls have spent the past season sharing the court for the Madison College’s men’s basketball team.

Family fun on the court

Mack Biester, Staff Writer March 4, 2025

Approximately 3.6 percent of high school basketball players go on to play in college at any level. So, the odds of two members of the same family making it — let alone playing for the same team — makes...

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...

Madison College men’s basketball player Ryen Jones dunks the ball during his team’s 80-63 win over Harper College on Jan. 28. The WolfPack is now ranked No. 20 in the NJCAA Division II poll and an 18-4 overall record.

Rebuilding a program

Kinsey Kessel, Sports Editor February 12, 2025

After a challenging 9-18 season last year, men's basketball head coach Jason Roscoe was tasked with rebuilding the program. With only one returning player, the journey ahead promised to be an uphill battle. It...

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