The Joy of Intramural Sports
Lane Johnson Johnson’s Journal I was a college football player in the spring of 2023. Now, I’m just a student in college looking to keep my competitive edge. Casper College intramural sports allow me to do just that, but there are also a few problems with the structure of the programs. I’ll share my experience […]
Divine’s Intervention:
Darren Divine, Ph.D., Casper College President As I sit composing this article and looking out my office window I see a calm, peaceful scene. The flags on the flagpole are barely moving, and despite a few clouds in the sky, it is a beautiful October day. However, the forecast calls for very cold temperatures in […]
Chinook Stance
Our expectations of college Yaasmiyn Hickman Yapping with Yaz The way college culture is presented throughout the years in movies/TV shows is toxic. They push the narrative of being attractive, party-heavy, and somehow maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Television portrays students effortlessly acing/passing all tests and classes like cake. The reality of taking hard courses is […]
Brushing boundaries
Justin Hayward stands in front of his painting that hangs in the hallways of Casper College’s new visual arts building. By LucyJane Crimm People say if you love what you do, you’ll never have to work a day in your life and for Casper College drawing and painting instructor Justin Hayward, that definitely rings true. […]
CC’s budget: Where do student fees go?
Connie Brooks is pictured here helping Casper College student Ceara Moffatt with financial questions in the Gateway Building. By Kassadee Lym Casper College students pay large sums of money to the institution each semester, and the money is distributed to fund various aspects of the college. The Chinook investigated how tuition and mandatory student fees […]
The ‘Scoot Gang’ strikes again
Submitted Photo: Zack Gorman, International transfer student and soccer player, rides his scooter on campus earlier this semester. By Nina Bivens Casper College does not currently allow rollerblades, skateboards, or anything similar on campus, as interpreted by CC security. International exchange student and soccer player Zack Gorman explained that the regulations prove especially challenging for […]
Lady Thunderbirds climb the mountain
Photo Courtesy of Edwin Gonzalez Nia Surman, a Casper College student athlete from New Zealand, attacks the ball during a recent volleyball game. By Carlos Fandal III In the world of college sports, there’s a quiet champion waiting to take its place in the spotlight. Volleyball, with its unique blend of finesse and power, often […]
Soaring to new heights
Submitted Photo Aviation student Tyler Petersen stands in front of a plane at Natrona County International Airport. He’s pictured holding certificate for the completion of his first solo flight. By Lane Johnson Casper College currently offers an aviation program through a partnership with Rising Wings Aviation. While Rising Wings Aviation takes care of the aviation […]
“The Drowsy Chaperone” takes the stage
LucyJane Crimm/Chinook Above and to the left, Janet Van de Graaff, played by Abigail Larsen, is interviewed by a reporter before performing the song “Show Off.” CC put on the musical the Drowsy Chaperone Oct. 13 – 21. The musical was a comedy story of a love struck performer who gave up her life in […]
New Beginnings for CC’s Men’s Basketball Team
Submitted Photo The Casper College Men’s Basketball Team shoots around in the Erickson Thunbird Gym earlier this fall. By Yaasmiyn Hickman As November approaches, so does the start of a new basketball season. This year’s Casper College Men’s Basketball team is made up of new players, new coaches, and new attitudes. One of the exciting […]