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Students work out in the Madison College Fitness Center on the Truax campus on May 4. The center will be closed through August as it undergoes a second phase of renovations to make the space more safe, user-friendly and efficient.

Next step for the college’s fitness center

Marisa Comeau-Kerege, News Editor May 11, 2015

With finals approaching, stress levels reaching record highs and thoughts of summer plans begin, many are hitting the gym to relieve stress and anxiety or to work on getting ready for swimsuit season. However,...

Madison College has changed my perspective

Mike Alexander, Copy Editor May 11, 2015

This is the first day of the rest of my life. At least, that’s what I told myself the second I stepped off the stage at my high school graduation. It was a very emotional time for me and my friends;...

Marcellus Sneed pitches for the Madison College baseball team during a recent home game.

Madison College baseball win streak continues

Clarion staff report May 11, 2015

With just a May 3 doubleheader remaining on its regular-season schedule, the Madison College baseball team has won 15 straight games, including 10 conference games. In fact, the team hasn’t lost since...

Massage clinic helps soothe stressed students

Daniel Dieterich, Staff Writer April 24, 2015

When you walk into the therapeutic massage center, you’re greeted by soothing serene sounds that are complemented by perfectly dim lighting. Earthy tones complete the ambiance and atmosphere of the waiting...

Earth Day at the library: Use less paper

Dana Ryals, Librarian April 24, 2015

This year for Earth Day, instead of planting a tree or joining a roadside pick-up crew, why not adopt a new, earth-friendly habit? Planting trees and participating in roadside crews are certainly good...

Public Safety report for April 22

Joe Steffen, Public Safety officer April 24, 2015

Public Safety Officers respond to many calls for service and we communicate our activities to the college community.  Here are some of the notable incidents from this past month. On April 15, Public...

Madison College outfielder Sadie Holmes bunts the ball during a recent home game. The WolfPack softball team has won 7 of its last 10 games and has assured itself a winning record for the season with a 29-15 overall record.

WolfPack softball has 30-win season within reach

Clarion staff report April 24, 2015

As the season draws near a close, the Madison College softball team has a shot at its first 30-win season. The team is already assured a winning record, with a 29-15 overall record with six games remaining. No...

Vote will determine the future of campus.

Madison College metro campuses plan offered

Marisa Comeau-Kerege, News Editor April 22, 2015

The future of the Madison College metro campuses, West, South and Downtown, have been a hot topic of debate as of late. With future budget cuts expected and building maintenance under scrutiny, College...

Dancers and guests filled the Redsten Gymnasium at the Truax campus for the 2011 Madison College Pow Wow.

Pow Wow a celebration of heritage

Andrea DeBauche, Staff Writer April 22, 2015

Madison College and the Native American Student Association (NASA) will host its annual pow wow on Saturday, April 25. It will be held in the Redsten Gymnasium at Truax campus. There is an admission...

The campus-to-campus shuttle service should continue even if Downtown campus is sold.

Campus shuttle service is needed

Natalie Connors, Editor in chief April 22, 2015

You can’t go to class until you get to school. Luckily, Madison College offers a lot of good transportation options for students, including bus pass and shuttle service. You have several options to get...

Madison College baseball player Matt Cole looks up after connecting with a pitch during a recent home game.

Wins piling up for Madison College baseball

Clarion staff report April 22, 2015

Conference play is in full swing, and the Madison College baseball team is off to a promising start. The team has a 15-1 record in North Central Community College Conference play, with its only loss...

Students at the Portage Campus celebrated spring with food and games. Pictured, from left, are Raquel Manning, staff member Sue Trimmer, Sam Hunter and Mia Heo. Manning, Hunter and Heo are members of the Portage Engagement Committee, which provides programming for students at the Portage Campus.

Portage Campus celebrates with Spring Fest

Raquel Manning, Staff Writer April 9, 2015

On March 23, the Portage Campus Engagement Committee held its first ever Spring Fest. The group asked students to answer one trivia question for a chance to win a one night stay at the Kalahari Hotel in...

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