Search for new VPAA comes to an end
By: James Miller James Miller Chinook Writer Casper College recently selected Dr. Kevin Hartshorn as the new Vice President of Academic Affairs after conducting an extensive search. The process started in November of 2025 followed by a thorough vetting process that included students, faculty, and staff. The search recently concluded in March with Hartshorn’s […]
Jodi Jones: The Core of Casper College’s Dance Program
By: Makiah Osborne Dedicating her life to the arts, Jodi Jones is a visionary for her students and her craft, nurturing fundamental pieces of a world built on community, intention, and discipline. Through this evolution, Jones built the entire dance program at Casper College, alongside being the accreditations coordinator, resident choreographer, and dance instructor. After […]
Campus Ventures offers community & faith
By Kaleb Lundine For Students at Casper College seeking a community grounded in faith, the Campus Ventures Club offers a place for belonging. The Christian ministry, which operates as a 501c3 nonprofit, focuses on helping students grow spiritually and build connections with those on campus and in the wider Casper community. Tyler Owens serves as […]
Sparktank: A student-driven initiative
By: Joey Tholl Sparktank, a student-driven initiative at Casper College, connects students with their communities through real-world experiences while making an impact on local nonprofit organizations. Sparktank was created at the University of Wyoming in 2018. The initiative’s goal is to raise funds from local businesses and community members and then donate all of the […]
The passion and pay of teachers
By. Lawren Miller Casper College Education Majors are learning that becoming a teacher is harder than it sounds by learning passion is what drives teachers to do what they do. For CC students Rachel Kolker and Mallery Lyon passion is what drives them to pursue careers as teachers. Lyon, a secondary education major, said, “I […]
Writing Center supports student success across campus
By: Kaecen Paden The Writing Center continues to play a key role in student success by providing personalized feedback and support that extends beyond individual assignments. But for many, the Writing Center isn’t just an academic resource, it is a place where confidence grows and visitors can feel at home. Casper College Writing Center Director […]
Building resistance to burnout
Makiah Osborne Chinook Writer As students begin their college careers, a new workload is placed on their shoulders, all while balancing school, life, and work. While this combination can often feel overwhelming, college can prepare students for their futures, building their tolerance for the demands of life. However, through this acquisition of tolerance, burnout can […]
From Delivering Babies to Diplomas
Kaleb Lundine Chinook Writer For over 20 years, Lisa Coulters’ hands were some of the first to welcome new life into the world. Now those same hands are responsible for shaping and leading the next generation of nurses at Casper College. Coulter is a Nursing educator on CC. She teaches Complex Care Nursing, commonly known […]
Chinook stance: Socials are wrecking your motivation
By: Lawren Miller The Daily Lawr I don’t know about you, but some mornings I start my day off with a little Instagram to wake up, and tell myself I’ll just be on it for about 10 minutes. The time inevitably turns into 20 and then 30 minutes. Then I notice for the rest of […]
From the editor’s desk
Hello, Chinook readers! I’m so happy you’re here. My name is Bri Weigel, and I’m the faculty advisor for the Chinook. While you typically see a note from Casper College President Brandon Kosine in this space, I decided to write to you this month and explain what goes on behind the scenes at the Chinook. […]