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Stepping away from the studio: Flavin’s final edits

By Marloe Spencer, Photo Editor

Christine Flavin examines digital negatives from her Advanced Photography students to be used in the historical process of making cyanotype prints.
  • Stepping away from the studio: Flavin’s final edits
    “There’s no crying in photography” -Christine Flavin An educator of 35 years, Christine Flavin has spent the past 10 years of her career at Kirkwood Community College as an instructor and director of the photography program. At the end of the spring semester, she will retire from her [Continue Reading »]
  • Students drive climate initiative
    Being proactive in protecting the Earth and increasing sustainability are among the top priorities at Kirkwood Community College.  Troy McQuillen, vice president of operations, emphasized the root of the college’s Climate Action Plan being primarily student-driven. “Every year for the past five years, it’s consistently been students wanting [Continue Reading »]
  • Unexpected power outage disrupts classes
    On April 8, Kirkwood Community College suffered a power outage at its main campus. The area surrounding the campus was also impacted, including the Kirkwood Apartments and the traffic lights on Kirkwood Boulevard.   The outage occurred shortly before 2 p.m. and lasted approximately 42 minutes.  According to [Continue Reading »]
  • Eagles’ star guard trading in wings for Panther claws
    In her two years at Kirkwood Community College, sophomore guard Jenna Twedt, science, averaged 15.1 points per game on 38.7% shooting from three, won 68 games and helped deliver a national championship as a freshman. In the fall, she will be taking her talents to Cedar Falls to [Continue Reading »]

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  • Library shifts to summer schedule, maintains services
    While the spring semester might be over and the usual bustle of campus slows down, the library is still open for your information and studying needs. While our hours might change, we are here to help in the usual ways during the spring and fall semesters.   For [Continue Reading »]
  • Collaborative dialogue fosters community growth
    On April 16, the Kirkwood Civic Academy Club hosted a collaborative dialogue in Iowa Hall about building community. In the dialogue, participants discussed topics related to what makes a community, what a thriving community looks like and why it’s important to build community.   Assistant Professor of English [Continue Reading »]
  • Close to home: Iowa rich in Staycation hotspots
    Students look forward to summer—whether it’s a break from early mornings, a chance to soak up the sun or more time with friends. But with inflation and rising living costs, a big summer getaway isn’t always realistic. Fortunately, there are plenty of fun, affordable options right here in [Continue Reading »]
  • Mixed reviews on campus housing
    It’s October, Cedar Rapids has had its first winter storm for the season and the parking lot and sidewalks at your complex are blanketed with heavy, wet snow. Can you count on your complex to salt sidewalks and clear snow in a timely fashion? What about repairing a [Continue Reading »]
  • MVP finds his future: Lucas Lueth blazes trails on and off the court
    By the time redshirt freshman Lucas Lueth, Eagle basketball’s dynamic guard, ICCAC All-Region Academic award winner, and NJCAA Division 2 National Tournament MVP, was approaching graduation from Ames High School, he had already garnered several collegiate offers, including offers from NCAA Division II schools. Lucas had also attracted [Continue Reading »]

Mixed reviews on campus housing

By Lauren Smith, Opinion Editor and Marloe Spencer, Photo Editor

A photo of Kirkwood Courts apartments, one of the six listed on the college’s website.

Sports

Rec Center fosters well-being: Rec plays a vital role in promoting physical and mental health

By Rich Brown, Sports Editor

A flag football game under the lights at the field near the Horticultural Building.

Art & Life

  • Students explore sustainability on campus
    On April 16, Kirkwood’s Sustainability Club launched its much-anticipated scavenger hunt in Iowa Hall, which ended on April 22.    The student-led club, aimed at promoting sustainable practices and problem-solving on campus, consists of two coaches, two club advisors and students who hold different titles such as scribes, [Continue Reading »]
  • Band and choir students bring the stage to life
    The Kirkwood Music Department hosts concerts performed by the concert band, orchestral band, jazz band and choir every semester, with each semester having its own  pieces and performances. The choir performed pieces from the 60s with a focus on people and community. “I’m really interested in community singing [Continue Reading »]
  • Support Pride Club, sweeten your day
    Kirkwood Community College finals got you stressed out? Take a break and enjoy a sweet treat April 15 or 17 by heading down to the Pride Bake Sale. Not only will you be satisfying your sweet tooth with homemade goods, but you’ll be helping fund club activities and [Continue Reading »]
  • Walk this way: Discover the beauty of Iowa on foot
    Looking for a way to make the most of the return of warmer weather? Consider the often underrated pastime of taking in the scenery and fresh air on a walk.  A quick Google search yields seemingly endless results promoting the benefits of walking daily. Countless articles report the [Continue Reading »]
  • The Land of Fire: Azerbaijan’s rich culture, hidden gems
    Kirkwood Community College students were formally introduced to the small but energetic country of Azerbaijan at the Global Spotlight earlier this month.    Deniz Shahmammadova, tourism and hospitality management major, gave a thorough and informative presentation on her homeland.  Azerbaijan is located between the Caucasus Mountains and the [Continue Reading »]

Walk this way: Discover the beauty of Iowa on foot

By Marloe Spencer, Photo Editor

A walkway surrounded in nature beside the Kirkwood baseball and softball fields on April 8.

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Opinion

  • Culinary Arts Takeover tantalizes taste buds
    In a showcase of their carefully honed skills, culinary arts students Maddie Gukenisen, Autumn Vang and Tatum Juskie brought their talents to the Kirkwood Cafe on the first floor of Iowa Hall earlier this month.  Presenting a menu including mushroom wontons, chicken and rice bowls, and coconut ice [Continue Reading »]
  • How clubs pave your future 
    If you glance around any hall on campus, you’ll find dozens of brightly colored flyers and posters plastered on every bulletin board and wall. There are slogans, illustrations, photos and blurbs expertly arranged to tantalize the viewer and encourage engagement in the many clubs, events and organizations enjoyed [Continue Reading »]
  • Sharing resources for parent-students
    Every community in the world faces certain challenges or needs to be addressed, regardless of the saying, “the grass is always greener on the other side.” The more you spend time in that other side, the more you realize it is not as green as you thought it [Continue Reading »]
  • Making your voice heard through activism
    On Saturday,  April 5, protests erupted nationwide. Drawing crowds in countless cities and towns across the U.S., protesters gathered to speak out about the actions of and policies championed by the Republican party, President Donald Trump and head of the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk.  Hands Off! [Continue Reading »]
  • The balancing act: Managing your time 
    Students awake to an almost endless to-do list every day full of a variety of tasks. Study for this class, write a paper for that class, go to work, go to practice, do the dishes, make food for the week. If we’re walking the dog, taking the kids [Continue Reading »]
  • Celebrating World Bipolar Day
    Bake a cake and get the candles, it’s almost Van Gogh’s 172nd birthday. It’s also almost World Bipolar Day. A day meant for promoting awareness and reducing stigma surrounding bipolar disorder, World Bipolar Day is observed on Vincent Van Gogh’s birthday, March 30.  Van Gogh is known for [Continue Reading »]

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