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Dr. Jennifer Berne, a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on March 31.
Berne tells of her journey from faculty member to provost
Dr. Tim Casper, Madison College’s interim president and a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on April 2.
Casper shares his experience, vision during student forum
Dr. Dawn Crim, a finalist for Madison College president, speaks during a student forum held at the Truax Campus on March 24.
Crim shares what makes her a good fit for Madison College
Social media and body image
Social media and body image
Suada Murseli and her family pose for a photo in front of the Big Ben Clock tower in the UK.
The toll of being a stay-at-home student mom
Image generated by Balaji "Abi" Abishek using ChatGPT 4o image generator.
AI vision model changing how machines see
Confessions of a binge-watcher
Confessions of a binge-watcher
A sinister toy monkey returns to the family he haunted long ago in “The Monkey.” (Neon/TNS)
‘The Monkey’ shows some toys should never be played with
The HAWS mascot poses at one of the many booths raising money for charity.
Furries raise money for HAWS charity at annual convention
“Punch-Drunk Love” is an example of autism portrayal in a movie.
Portrayals of autism in film can be outdated
1989 Indiana Jones game continues to hold up well
Rylee Rogers rounds first base after a hit against South Suburban College during a game at home on March 28.
WolfPack softball is off to a strong start this season
Madison College women’s basketball coach Angel Whetstone speaks to her team during a game this past season. The WolfPack showed strong improvement in Whetstone’s second year at the helm.
Team shows solid improvement in Whetstone’s second season
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
Madison College’s George Whaley IV gets fouled by a College of DuPage player during the WolfPack’s 77-69 loss at home on Feb. 11.
WolfPack falls in Region 4 tournament semifinals
Peer Health Educators holding a tabling event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Left to Right: Julie Molina Andres, Angela Smith, Laure Ramde
Peer Health Educators Table Sexual Assault Awareness Month
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Madison College is offering $40 dental cleanings and X-rays
Become an Orientation Leader!
Become an Orientation Leader!
Student Senate Election Results
Student Senate Election Results
Members of the cast of Cabaret sing the last musical number of the first act during rehearsal on March 1.
‘Cabaret’ remains relevant
A youth group performs at the annual Hmong New Year Celebration on Dec. 7 at the Truax Campus.
Hmong New Year Celebration
Jovhany Michaud walking out of his polling place on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Voting lessons from an immigrant
Kodiak Koessl presents the Top 5 Stories from the Clarion video.
Top 5 stories from the Oct. 23, 2024 issue of The Clarion
Vet Tech adopt a pet poster
Mascotas del Programa de Veterinaria listas para ser adoptadas
A new rapid transit bus for Madison Metro.
Las líneas del autobús ‘Rapid Transit’ ya están en funcionamiento
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Phi Theta Kappa officers and Madison College President Dr. Jack Daniels, III, join retiring Provost Dr. Turina Bakken for a photo after presenting her with an honorary membership.

Phi Theta Kappa holds spring induction ceremony

Clarion Staff Report • April 4, 2023

Madison College’s chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society celebrated the induction of 124 new student members during a ceremony on March 30 in Mitby Theater. The chapter also recognized 21 staff...

A show on display in the Truax Campus Gallery features the work of the late Ellen Dudley, a designer, artist and Madison College graduate.

Sharing the designs, art of Ellen Dudley

Bryce Dailey, Staff Writer • April 4, 2023

The work of the late Ellen Dudley, successful designer, artist and Madison College graduate, is on display in the Truax Gallery showcasing her meticulous work and the tale of a life lived to its fullest. Dudley...

A Madison College batter hits during the team’s Arizona trip in March.

WolfPack baseball stays hot

James Paradisin, Staff Writer • April 4, 2023

The Madison College baseball team is off to a scorching hot start this season, and they look to continue this throughout the remainder of the year. They have a record of 12-3 to start, with their only...

The United Common Ground, a student organization at Madison College, coordiated a fashion show to celebrate Black History Month. The show featured 14 students who were encouraged to model their respective cultures in a way that was meaningful to them. The celebration was held on Feb. 28 at the Truax Campus in Room D1630. A DJ provided background music as the students danced down the runway.

Celebrating Black Culture

Ruthie Hatter, Graphic Designer • March 21, 2023

On the last day of Black History Month 2023, Madison College students strutted their cultural pride in a fashion show dedicated to the celebration of Black culture worldwide. Open to the public, the show...

Why do tickets cost so much more than the list price?

Paige Shapiro, Staff Writer • March 21, 2023

Ticketmaster has a long controversy regarding the cost of their tickets. When the usual price of a ticket is advertised to be $60, by the end of the transaction it ends up being $100. So why is that? Well,...

Cast members rehearse Karen Saari’s play, “Bad in Bed (A Fairy Tale),” which was performed at the Bartell Theater from March 3 through March 11.

‘Bad in Bed’ was brilliant

Jordan Hake, Staff Writer • March 21, 2023

The play “Bad In Bed (A Fairy Tale)” aired from March 3 through 11, written by Madison College’s very own Karen Saari.  The one hour and forty minute run time brings audience members through many...

Alex Ahn performs at the Madison College Global Showcase on March 8.

Global Showcase entertains and enlightens

Kelly Feng, Managing Editor • March 21, 2023

Madison College’s annual Global Showcase occurred on Wednesday, March 8, at the Truax Center. United Common Ground, the Intercultural Exchange Center and the Center for International Education sponsored...

Members of the Madison College baseball team gather on the diamond before a game during their Arizona spring trip.

Baseball season has begun

Anthony McCulley, Staff Writer • March 21, 2023

The Madison College men’s baseball season is inching closer to their regular-season opening game on March 24. The WolfPack finished 8-2 during their Arizona spring training trip that started on March...

A student referendum will be held this spring to increase student fees to help with costs associated with the fitness center.

Maintenence, staff costs prompt fitness referendum

Kelly Feng, Managing Editor • February 28, 2023

When the renovated and upgraded fitness center reopened last April it had doubled in size, boasting over 8,100 square feet. These improvements include adding new strength and cardio equipment, along with...

"Bad In Bed (A Fairy Tale)" will open on March 3 in the Bartell Theater.

New theater collaboration

Jordan Hake, Staff Writer • February 28, 2023

Madison College Performing Arts and Madison Theatre Guild are partnering to produce a one-of-a-kind romantic comedy “Bad in Bed (A Fairy Tale),” written by Karen Saari. This play takes place March...

Madison College students visit with the Dogs on Call pets earlier this school year. National Love Your Pet Day was Feb. 20, and reminds us of the positive aspects of pet ownership.

National Love Your Pet Day

Paige Shapiro, Staff Writer • February 28, 2023

Do you have a pet? Nowadays it feels like everyone has a pet of some kind. Most people usually get cats and dogs, and some people have unique pets like raccoons or chameleons. No matter the case, the one...

The observation deck on the Ponce de Leon lighthouse offers stunning views of the inlet and the ocean.

The Ponce de Leon lighthouse is the largest in Florida

Krista Olson-Lehman, Social Media Editor • February 28, 2023

With spring break coming up, people think of warmer locales. For many students who venture to Florida, thoughts of places like theme parks and Daytona Beach probably come to mind. Recently I visited Florida...

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