Photo by Sawyer Cranston, Staff Writer The word retard is very controversial for many people, but why is that? Many people don’t know the meaning or where it came from. According to the Cambridge Dictionary retard is French for delay, lateness or slowness, falling behind. It has been used as a medical term for mental retardation. Merriam-Webster describes it as “mild to severe impairment in intellectual ability equivalent to an…
By Jonah Marshall, Staff Writer The Electoral College was introduced in the Constitution, although the term Electoral College does not appear and is referred to as electors. It involves 538 electors, all 435 house seats plus 100 senate seats, and 3 delegates (Individuals who speaks on behalf of a body) from Washington D.C. The winning Presidential candidate must receive at least 270 electoral votes. James Wilson, associate justice of the…
Graphic by James Landgraf, former Graphic Design Intern By Jermaine Logan, Staff Writer and Photographer Did you know that next semester, there will be significant expansions to our food pantry right here in Moraine? Our food pantry serves as a vital resource for all students, ensuring that nobody on campus has to worry about going hungry. Whether you’re facing temporary financial difficulties or simply need a quick snack between classes,…
Photo by Jermaine Logan, Staff writer and Photographer By Jermaine Logan, Staff Writer Recently Moraine Valley hosted an Alcohol and Drug Health Fair courtesy of The Addiction Studies program. The event delved into a myriad of crucial topics, spanning from rehabilitation strategies to facilitating access to mental health therapists tailored specifically for the well-being of our students. Reflecting on the affair, I can’t help but wish for a deeper understanding…
Photos By Adam Banis, Staff Photographer and Graphic Design Intern By Carol Borges-Moux, Staff Writer Speaking and Writing Center Both the Speaking and Writing Center and the Tutoring Center at Moraine Valley Community College have an important thing in common: a desire to assist and support students every step of the way while they navigate through the stressful – sometimes daunting – process of writing and speaking. The Speaking and…
Photo by Jermaine Logan By Jermaine Logan, Staff Writer and Photographer Curious about the backstory behind Moraine Valley Community College’s name and that of the student newspaper? Well, let’s dive into it! Picture this: eons ago, glaciers ruled the landscape, carving and shaping the Earth as they moved. When these behemoths melted away, they left behind a unique feature called a moraine – a hodgepodge of rocks and sediment. Our…
Photo provided by Children’s Learning Center social media By Carol Borges-Moux, Staff Writer The Children’s Learning Center is one of the many resources provided by Moraine Valley Community College to assist and support its community. The Children’s Learning Center is more than a daycare; it’s a second home and support system to many little ones and their families. Only being re-opened for a couple of months, it has been able…
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