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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
Film and English instructor Dr. John Opel specializes in the horror writing genre.
Horror movies a long-time passion for Madison College instructor
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
Rabecca Schwarz’s love of video began in fourth grade when a teacher used YouTube to upload homework.
Channeling her voice
Protesters march down State Street in Madison on their way to the State Capitol on Feb. 25, protesting against Project 2025, the federal spending freeze and other actions of the administration.
Dispelling rumors surrounding the ‘federal funding freeze’
A toast to Toastmasters International
A toast to Toastmasters International
Use your lived experience to support others
Illustration highlight 2025 New Year Resolutions created with Canva.
New Year’s resolutions and keeping a dying tradition alive
Oscars often overlook the year’s best
Oscars often overlook the year’s best
Taste of Sichuan is located at 515 State Street, Madison.
Authentic Chinese recipes brought to life
Kristine Gallagher participates in a comedy open mic outside the Truax Student Life Office. Gallagher helped establish Madison College Comedy Club last year.
New club helps bring more laughter to Madison College
Julia Garner, left, and Matilda Firth in "Wolf Man." (Nicola Dove/Universal Pictures/TNS)
A tense, eerie and haunting creature feature
Keelyn Zwirschitz (10) drives toward the hoop against Joliet Junior College on Feb. 4. The WolfPack posted a 60-52 victory.
WolfPack women’s basketball falls to 9-13 after pair of losses
Madison College's George Whaley IV jumps to shoot the ball during a game at the Redsten Gymnasium.
2 wins in OT give No. 20 WolfPack a big boost
WolfPack 9 and Alumni Weekend announced
WolfPack 9 and Alumni Weekend announced
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
Your Vote Matters. Become a Madison College Student Senator. Run for the 2025-2026 term. Deadline to apply is March 9, 2025.
Student Senate applications now open
Soul Food Dinner set for Feb. 26 
Soul Food Dinner set for Feb. 26 
Writer's Life event on Feb. 25
Writer’s Life event on Feb. 25
STEM Center offers 3D printing workshops every Wednesday through April 9 
STEM Center offers 3D printing workshops every Wednesday through April 9 
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
The Madison College volleyball team celebrates sophomore night on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024.
Madison College volleyball sophomore night photos
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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Does a passion for fashion create waste?

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
February 5, 2019

Unread books are more than just clutter

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
February 5, 2019
A worker installs the plaques and wording on the award wall.

Wall to honor students

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
January 24, 2019

No national emergency

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
January 24, 2019

Journaling can help you achieve your goals

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
January 24, 2019

Get into the holiday spirit with ‘My True Love Gave To Me’

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
December 5, 2018

Holiday commercials can warm the heart

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
December 5, 2018

A year of extreme contrasts

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
December 5, 2018

OUR VIEW: A big thank you is much deserved

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
December 5, 2018
Mel Acosta is the opinion editor at The Clarion.

Meet The Clarion’s new opinion editor

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
November 21, 2018

Self-deprecating humor can still hurt

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
November 21, 2018

Taking a divisive approach to politics

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
November 7, 2018

Informercial offers satirical look at society’s implicit bias

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
November 7, 2018

Hippo Campus’ 2nd album a cohesive piece of art

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October 24, 2018

National Coming Out Day as relevant as ever

Mel Acosta, Opinion Editor
October 24, 2018

‘Sadie’ targets revenge and emotions

Mel Acosta, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
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Blood drive held at Truax sees 61 donors

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‘A Bad Moms Christmas’ is no holiday classic

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