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Casper College sunsetting Wheeler Terrace apartments

By Ashley Hunter Significant changes to housing are coming for Casper College students.  On October 1, all students living on campus received an email stating the Wheeler Terrace apartments are going offline for the 2025-2026 school year. Dean of Students Corey Peacock stated in the email that the Wheeler Terrace apartments would be taken offline […]

Providing “Life” for students in college

By Kylie Wheaton Student Life offers a variety of activities and events that provide students with the opportunity to connect with others and build community on campus.  Every Thursday, students have the opportunity to branch out with a variety of different activities. From pool tournaments and BINGO nights, to pumpkin painting and swing dancing, Student […]

Who wants that smoke? 

By Chris Mossman-Larson  Amid a surge in vaping on college campuses, students are grappling with the health risks and social influences tied to a habit that has become as common as it is concerning.  When faced with the question of why vaping is something worth starting, an anonymous source said, “It all started because of […]

A little bit of a Black Box idea

By Lairen Brush Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein” immediately starts with an ominous song of the upcoming events, before thrusting the audience into the mind of the young grandson of the original Dr. Frankenstein from Mary Shelley’s novel.  The musical was held at Casper College Oct. 11 and 12th, and had follow up performances on Oct. […]

Women’s Soccer falls short in title chase

By Timothy Hubert The Casper College women’s soccer team finished its season after a playoff loss to Laramie County Community College at Murane Field on Saturday, Oct. 26. The lady T-Birds concluded their regular season flying high on a seven game win streak and won eight of their last nine. They finished the regular season […]

CC Jazz Band welcomes all musicians to a vibrant community

By Aliesia Berryman The Casper College (CC) Jazz Band is not your typical college ensemble. Directed by Dr. Josh Mietz, who holds an extensive background in music performance and education, the band offers an inclusive space for musicians with a wide range of abilities from seasoned professionals and novices.  Mietz’s credentials include a Bachelor’s in […]

From the President’s Desk – November

Dear Students: I hope this finds you all doing well after midterms, and now it’s time to turn your attention to the rest of the semester and completing the Fall 2024 semester. I know how difficult this time can be from both the perspective of a student and as a faculty member. College can sometimes […]

Beyond the net: T-Birds Volleyball

By Saioa San Francisco After finishing in 10th place at nationals last fall, the T-Birds Volleyball team fell short of reaching regionals during the 2024 fall season, however, players benefited from the team’s growth and defining moments this fall. Emiy Ware, a sophomore Casper College volleyball player from Grantsville , Utah, explains that this season […]

Residence Hall: security vs convenience

By Hailey Carr Students at Casper College are questioning the Residence Hall’s protocols enforced for safety reasons. Casper College, like many other schools, prioritizes student safety by taking various precautions. The Residence Hall, in particular, implements specific protocols to ensure that students are secure, especially late at night.  After 11 p.m., only the main entrances […]

Collaborating for improved dining

Maria Geis The Tobin Dining Hall is the main dining option at Casper College, provided through Sodexo Food Services.  Students are offered options from the grill, pasta bar, and the chef’s table along with a salad and dessert bar. However students looking to eat or consume healthier options are occasionally left unsatisfied with their meal.  […]