Navigating the parking puzzle at Casper College
Kaleb Lundine Chinook Writer A familiar challenge rears its ugly head “Parking.” Growing demands from both students and faculty have put pressure on the current college’s administration to develop a solution and fix the parking problem for good. “The challenge will be to make parking more accessible for students and faculty at the southern campus,” […]
A Fond Farewell
Bella McManus Chinook Writer The Education Department at Casper College will miss Kerri Mahlum as she wraps up her last semester at the college. The education instructor is retiring after teaching at CC since 2001. Mahlum’s textbook, “Positive Guidance for Young Children: A Proactive Approach” is coming out in January after being in progress for […]
Chinook Stance: Chinook reporters hit roadblocks with new interview restrictions
Editorial: Casper College student journalists recently faced new challenges when trying to conduct interviews on campus, particularly with certain administrative departments. The issue made it all the way to the college’s executive council last month. This semester, multiple Chinook writers found that to speak with members of the Casper College Financial Aid Department, they first […]
The Importance of Side Questing
Everyone should go on at least one side quest a week. It is the ultimate, and arguably the most fun, way to keep your priorities straight and your perspectives fresh. A side quest is essentially any impromptu adventure. Fishing at 10 p.m. on a Tuesday because playing cards was boring, soaking your jeans jumping in […]
Wheeler Terrace to be demolished
Future campus apartment options uncertain Raymond Jackson Chinook Writer Following graduation in May, Casper College’s Wheeler Terrace apartment building closed for demolition. Casper College staff have not yet decided what to do with the original building site. Without Wheeler, the college’s apartment style housing options will be cut off entirely with plans for a new […]
The role of AI in the college’s education department
Kaydence Parke Chinook Writer At Casper College, Education Instructor Abigail Bishop is guiding future teachers to use artificial intelligence as a tool for inquiry-based learning. Bishop emphasizes using AI responsibly, showing future educators how to treat technology as a resource in learning rather than a replacement for human connection in the classroom. As programs like […]
Nick Mesecher: Protecting CC’s campus online
Jonathan Togstad Chinook Writer Nick Mesecher is protecting students and staff alike at Casper College by utilizing cybersecurity protocols. Technology advanced significantly in past decades, and scammers advanced along with it, making cybersecurity more important than ever. When it comes to online campus security, it’s even more important as campus data bases impact thousands of […]
Veterans Club fosters camaraderie, support at Casper College
Kaleb Lundine Chinook Writer For many veterans, the transition from military to civilian life means losing the deep-seated camaraderie that defines service. The Veterans Service’s Club at Casper College is actively working to change that, one connection at a time. Kursten Larsen, the president of the Veterans Service’s Club at Casper College and, with Rhiannon […]
Adult Learning Center empowers non-traditional students
Jonathan Togstad Chinook Writer While many students succeed in a traditional classroom and education setting, others often find that the average public school classroom impedes their education. The Adult Learning Center is working to address this problem. Located in the Werner Tech building, the Adult Learning Center assists non-traditional students in GED/HiSet testing, career skills, […]
Women’s basketball focuses on hard work, strong culture
Kaydence Parke Chinook Writer The Casper College Women’s Basketball team demands full commitment on and off the court in order to build a strong team culture that shapes both players and coaches throughout the season. The commitment goes beyond wins and losses. Freshman guard Kennedy Davila and assistant coach Joslin Igo said the T-birds women’s […]