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Joy Gephart, Managing Editor • May 28, 2025
In our debut episode, we sit down with Dr. Aleksander Jankovski to unpack a growing frustration among college-age voters: the limits of the U.S. two-party political system. Why do so many young people feel politically homeless? What are the alternatives, and do they stand a chance? Dr. Jankovski offers insight into the historical roots of our current system, the challenges of third-party viability, and what we as students can do to push for change.

Emmer Saucedo, Editor-In-Chief • May 19, 2025
Student Government Association (SGA) members traveled to Springfield April 19 to lobby for Wrap Around Student Services, but the main topic was the feasibility of four-year programs at community colleges like CLC.

Alison Godvik, Reporter • May 19, 2025
Three students were asked their opinion about CLC becoming a four-year college, and two of them had second thoughts about four years.

Alex Gozon, Reporter • May 19, 2025
Five CLC staff and students were recently asked about their opinions on whether a 14-year-old is too young for love.
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Angel Overlin, Illustrator • February 28, 2025
This Black History Month illustration is designed to replicate a quilt that captures pivotal cultural events and the resilience of the Black community throughout history—from their roots in Africa, through their struggles in the United States, to their enduring impact across the globe. Overall, it’s meant to symbolize the community’s strength as it moves forward into the future

Avery Piktel, Reporter • February 28, 2025
In early February, 37-year-old Kendrick Lamar debuted his cryptic performance at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. All eyes anticipated what he would perform after his continued feud with the music artist Aubrey Graham (Drake).

Kaitlyn Christesen, Illustrator • February 21, 2025
In honor of Black History Month, the woman being featured is Gwendolyn Bennett, an influential artist and poet from the Harlem Renaissance. The Harlem Renaissance was a very influential time period in the 1920s for American culture as it brought many African American artists, musicians, poets, writers, scientists, politicians, and activists.

Jonathan Shanov, Staff Reporter • October 1, 2024
Welcome back, Lancers! As the summer heat sizzles down, and the autumn air begins to blow, we find ourselves back in the classroom! With the...

Iliana Padilla, Editor-In-Chief • May 24, 2024
Phi Theta Kappa has a national partnership that encourages people to volunteer to help out patients who are in need of transplants.

Iliana Padilla, Editor-In-Chief • May 24, 2024
CLC has a two-year program that allows interested students to be an essential part of a team of professionals during surgical procedures.

Emmer Saucedo, Staff Reporter • May 10, 2024
CAPS hosted an event dedicated to spreading awareness of suicide and how students can play an active part in helping the community.