lantern staff “The Vice President of Academics (VPA) reports directly to the college president and provides innovative leadership for the college and faculty to ensure Butler’s mission is served…,” according to the Butler CC website. Previous VPA, Tom Nevill stepped down from this role to pursue other opportunities.The VPA position is currently being filled by… Continue reading Rinkenbaugh, Speary step in as VPA
Baylor Henry and Alexis DeLong Co-editors Hey friends! It’s been so fun to serve as your editors for the 2023-24 school year! We were able to learn and grow in these roles, and we are so thankful for the opportunity. As we reflect on the year, we’ve realized how memorable being on this staff truly… Continue reading Letter from the editors
Baylor Henry Editor-in-Chief As the school year comes to a close, the negotiations over a new professional contract are nearing the end of their cycle. Throughout the school year, both the administration and the faculty negotiation team have walked through the steps of negotiation, including a notice up letter, federal mediation, and most recently, a… Continue reading Negotiations process nears conclusion
Lehener Arsenio lantern Staff When it comes to college basketball, March Madness is unmatched. It’s not just a competition or a tournament, it’s a phenomenon that captivates the true essence of competitive college basketball. With die hard spectators rooting for their teams, players and coaches want to be able to perform at their best and… Continue reading March Madness: Double triumph
Oseli Bencomo Lantern Staff Trigger warning, this story discusses topics of assault and rape. April is marked as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to educate communities about prevention strategies and increase public awareness about sexual violence.According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, the US, one in three women and one in six… Continue reading Educate, Advocate, Empower: Sexual Assault Awareness Month’s Call to Action
Oseli Bencomo lantern Staff MK Nutrition is a new drink location in El Dorado located at 2710 W Central Ave. This new location opened up at the beginning of this year. Owner Trisha Ayers focuses on providing nutritious drinks like protein shakes, teas and energy bombs as healthy alternatives. Ayers noticed a lack of healthy… Continue reading New Nutrition location in El Dorado: Healthy drink alternatives
Baylor Henry Editor-in-Chief The world of education is an ever-shifting field, with new ideas and programs being implemented almost monthly. Educators work to provide students with the best learning environment they can, especially in higher education. Students expect a quality service in exchange for their time and money, so schools, and their employees, must reach… Continue reading Faculty development holds institutional training day
Baylor Henry Editor-in-Chief Kimberly Krull, president of Butler CC, has announced her decision to retire after 11 years of serving the students and faculty of the college. “It’s been the privilege of my career to serve as Butler’s president,” Krull said in an email to faculty. “I owe a huge thank you to Trustees Ron… Continue reading Krull stepping down: The college says farewell to the longtime president
Caileane Thurston lantern staff In a groundbreaking collaboration between Butler CC and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), Physics Professor Danny Mattern, renowned for his contributions to the field of astrophysics, is spearheading a cutting-edge project to revolutionize understanding of the cosmos. He began his career as a math teacher out of college and enjoyed… Continue reading Physics professor collaborates with NASA on groundbreaking space exploration project
Alexis DeLong managing editor Butler CC offers a variety of student clubs and organizations. These groups provide ways for students to connect, meet others and make a difference both on campus and in the community.According to the Butler CC website, “student life at Butler strives to enhance student opportunities during their college experience through activities… Continue reading New club hits Butler CC
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