A red-headed Caucasian girl in a sleeveless mini dress sits on the ground in an alleyway between brick buildings at night. She has a smoking matchstick that has likely been used to light the floating candles depicted around her, some large near her, with others small and in the background. There is an open box of matches on the ground to her right. Her shoe lies just to the left of her right foot, her left leg tucked underneath her right leg, and she is barefoot. The painting appears to have a paper rough sketch over it that has been torn out in the center in a ragged oval shape, and parts of the paper are burning. She looks up at one of the candles directly in front of her.
Posted on: September 21, 2026 Posted by: Angel Ramirez Comments: 0

A Twist in the tale: The Strange, Beautiful Worlds of Tatsuki Hakoyama 

By Angel Ramirez, Staff Writer and Photographer When the familiar Becomes Strange  What happens when the ordinary world begins to feel unfamiliar? In Tatsuki Hakoyama’s paintings, the answer takes shape through surreal landscapes, unexpected characters, and moments that seem to exist somewhere between reality and imagination. A businessman rides a giant sea turtle. A woman holds a rubber duck in the middle of a snowy landscape. A man kneels beneath…

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Posted on: September 8, 2026 Posted by: Dalayna Stevenson Comments: 0

Student Trustee urges students to join clubs, enjoy on-campus fest events

Hello Fellow Moraine Students! Starting college, or returning for a new semester can feel overwhelming, but Moraine Valley offers many ways to manage stress. Students enrolled full-time automatically receive access to the Health, Fitness & Recreation Center in Building H, where they can swim, work out, or grab a snack at White Sheep Café. Students can also attend Fall Fest on September 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to…

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male tryping on a keyboard with a mobile device foe multifactor authentification
Posted on: September 8, 2026 Posted by: Kai Reeves Comments: 0

MV Accounts require MS Authenticator app for log-in

Image from Pexels By Kai Reeves, Editor-in-Chief Microsoft has rolled out a new authentication process. The current system includes the usage of texts, phone calls, and emails to log in to users’ accounts. This new change will require the use of the Microsoft Authenticator app, which will soon become the default authentication process. By January of 2027, usage of the Authenticator app will be the only way students can access…

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Posted on: August 17, 2026 Posted by: Dalayna Stevenson Comments: 0

Student Trustee: Update on your representative and welcome to Fall 2026

Hello, Moraine Valley students! My name is Dalayna Stevenson, and I am honored to serve as your new Student Trustee. I am a full-time paramedic and a nursing student who understands the challenges of balancing school, work, and family responsibilities. As Student Trustee, I am committed to representing the student body. I plan on  advocating for student success, and helping connect students with the resources they need to achieve their…

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A drawing of a money sack, a graduation cap and a book on a green background.
Posted on: May 11, 2026 Posted by: Glacier Staff Comments: 0

Student Trustee: Term ends with graduation, accomplishments

Graphic by Sarah Schudt, former Graphic Design Intern As the semester comes to an end, we want to make sure our graduates are ready to walk across that stage and celebrate all they’ve accomplished. I want to personally commend the students at Moraine Valley for their hard work and dedication. I know classes can be challenging, but your perseverance has brought you this far. I want to congratulate those who…

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Student Karolina Granda on left in a pink ruffled v-neck blouse poses with Dr. Pamela Haney wearing a green, long-sleeved zip-up Moraine Valley Sweatshirt, dressed as a student.
Posted on: April 29, 2026 Posted by: Jonah Marshall Comments: 0

Pres. Haney, Karolina Granda swap roles for a day

Photo provided by MVCC Marketing By Jonah Marshall, Staff Writer On Tuesday, April 21, student Karolina Granda, 20, studying communication on a pre-law path, switched roles with Dr. Haney and became President for a day. Haney took over Granda’s role and followed her school, extracurricular, work, and even her mandatory Dunkin’ schedule! Student’s perspective Granda attended a Board of Trustees meeting, providing input as Dr. Haney would. The meeting discussed…

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Triple set of paintings depicting a horse and its owner. The outer two show the horse and owner on sunny days. The one to the far left shows a female owner patting the nose of the brown horse. The middle shows the horse with a halo against a starry background. The one on the right shows the owner riding the saddled horse on a bridle trail.
Posted on: April 28, 2026 Posted by: Angel Ramirez Comments: 0

MV art students showcased at Juried Exhibition

Photo by Angel Ramirez, Staff Photographer By Angel Ramirez, Staff Writer and Photographer The 2026 Juried Student Art Exhibition at Moraine Valley, held from March 24 through April 19, showcased a diverse and compelling collection of student artwork across a variety of mediums. The exhibitions highlighted the creativity, technical skill, and conceptual depth of emerging artists, offering people an opportunity to experience a wide range of perspectives and artistic approaches. From traditional drawings and paintings to innovative mixed media and three-dimensional works, the exhibition…

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A pen and ink drawing of a three-story house with a covered porch near water with pine trees on either side, and a flock of birds flying away above the chimney on a yellow backgound.
Posted on: April 28, 2026 Posted by: Lemuel Kemp Comments: 0

MV portrayal of The Birds conveys thrills, tension

Graphic by Logan McQuaid, Graphic Design Intern By Lemuel Kemp, Staff Writer Suddenly, the set cuts to black. The audience is left seated, staring into the abyss as they anticipate live entertainment. Their wait is over when the curtain reveals the start of Moraine Valley’s The Birds. The Birds play is a combination of inspirations taken from the popular short story “The Birds” by Daphne du Maurier and Alfred Hitchcock’s…

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