From the President’s Desk – April
Back in November, I wrote to you about reflecting on your ‘why’ you are pursuing a higher education. As you have continued your journey this year, I want to take a moment to talk about something fundamental to your success and fulfillment—your purpose. Understanding your personal purpose can be a guiding force, helping you make […]
Chinook stance: Basketball suspensions
Timothy Hubert Technical Fouls with Tim The Casper College Men’s Basketball Team saw numerous memorable moments this season. Some of these memories include Sophomore Abdul Bashir breaking the Casper College single-game, single season, and career scoring records while another came in watching Sophomore Nate Sasser III fly high to the rim, making highlight dunks regularly. […]
Work-Study Programs
Balancing college classes, homework, and a job can be overwhelming, but for students looking to gain experience while earning money, work-study positions on campus are a great opportunity. As someone who has participated in two different work-study programs at Casper College, I have seen firsthand the benefits these positions offer. Currently, I work in the […]
From the President’s Desk – March
Spring break safety and finishing strong As we approach spring break, I want to take a moment to encourage all of our students to prioritize safety while enjoying a well-deserved break. Whether you are traveling, spending time with family, or simply relaxing at home, your well-being is our top priority. If you plan to travel, […]
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 […]
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 […]
From the President’s Desk
Dear Students: Welcome to Casper College! I hope your year is off to a positive start and you are settling into the rhythm of being a college student. I also hope you are meeting new people, learning new ideas, and taking advantage of all the programming we have for you at the college. There is […]
Brushing out the details: Is Flipped Better?
By: Lairen Brush College Campuses have many new and different ways of innovative learning. That may be more hands-on, the guidelines adhered to are vague at best and downright strange at worst, and you follow a track that interests you. No more of this is the right way and you’re wrong if you don’t do […]
Divine’s Intervention
After witnessing demonstrations and conflict on college campuses over the past couple of weeks, I decided it might be timely to revisit a topic I first addressed back in 2022. The American educational reformer and President of Antioch College, Horace Mann, once said, “Do not think of knocking out another person’s brains because he differs […]
Standing Up Against Violence
By Aliesia Berryman After the distressing and tragic events that took place at the Eastridge Mall in Casper on April 7 many Casperites are in shock. The community collectively grieves the loss of a fourteen-year-old boy. From what I’ve seen, the tragedy made all of us reflect on our city, our schools, and ourselves. As […]