Dual snake, One snake
By Lairen Brush A two headed snake was discovered north of Casper in Edgerton by Brian Wagner who donated it to Casper College for Charlotte Snoberger to care for and observe. “[Brian Wagner] found it in a garage,” Snoberger said. The snake heads appeared to be operating separately, however, there was no dominant head established […]
Catchin’ up with Connery
By Timothy Hubert Casper College is unique in so many ways. The student living experience, professors, courses, and campus activities all have their own flare, and give many students and staff members a place they are proud to call home. One thing that the students, staff, and community have the awesome opportunity to take pride […]
Land of Enchantment native brings delight to CC school of science
By Maria Geis It wasn’t always in Dr. Frank Hodnett’s plan to move to Wyoming, but teaching at Casper College was an opportunity waiting to be taken. With a PhD in curriculum and instruction, Hodnett has been teaching kids and young adults since 1988 starting with 4-H as an extension agent in Roosevelt County. His […]
From the President’s Desk – December
Dear students, Every year at this time, I reflect on the path that brought me to where I am now. Like many of you, I am a first-generation college student. My parents, though deeply supportive, did not have the opportunity to pursue higher education. They taught me the value of hard work, perseverance, and the […]
Closing the Chapter – Gunnare set to retire
By Saioa San Francisco After more than 40 years of coaching, Dwight Gunnare, head coach of the Casper College women’s basketball team, has decided to retire at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season. His career has been filled with victories, championship runs, and unforgettable experiences that shaped both himself and the players he coached. As […]
From serving on senate to judging livestock
Ashley Hunter Chinook writer Emily Taylor grew up on a small dairy farm in Crockett, VA. Emily majors in Animal Science in hopes of entering embryology. Emily has eight younger siblings that are also involved on the farm as well. Emily is also on the CC Livestock Judging team where she competes in multiple states […]
The College Tour arrives at campus
By Aliesia Berryman Casper College will be featured as the final episode for season 14 of the Amazon Prime series, The College Tour. CC is the first Wyoming school to be featured in the series. Alex Boylan, host and producer of the series, first came up with The College Tour because incoming college students rarely […]
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 […]