Kaitlin Parks Lantern Staff In April 2011, Gov. Sam Brownback signed the Kansas Secure and Safe Elections (S.A.F.E.) Act. This law enforces that photo identification is required of all in-person voters in every election. The law also requires the inclusion of a copy of or the number on a form of photo ID for all… Continue reading Voter ID laws target people of color
Anonymous Guest Columnist With the presidential election looming and more interest than ever in America’s politics as candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton attempt to fight, argue and manipulate their way to the Oval Office, voter ID laws have come into play as yet another issue on the minds of the American people. Americans are… Continue reading Voter ID protects U.S. citizens
Olivia Vest Managing Editor With unemployment rates remaining fairly consistent and an uncharacteristically low number of American adults seeking employment, one non-profit organization shines in Wichita, and around the world. Dress for Success, a group with affiliates located in 21 countries globally, strives for women empowerment and seeks to help women around the world become… Continue reading Kindness Column: Group helps women succeed
Matt Cooper Lantern Staff Walking amongst the morning concourse of passersby outside the student union each morning, one easily takes notice of the most prominent structures outside the building: the inclined wheelchair ramp. Each building on campus has this same feature, along with other aides for those living with disabilities. Take for example the elevators… Continue reading Grizzlies reflect on disability services
Photo Courtesy: UBC Sergio Cisneros Lantern Staff Students that choose to major in biotechnology have the opportunity to work in many different fields in the scientific community. Individuals who choose to study biotechnology can pursue careers in fields such as biomedicine, environmental conservation and even forensics. To receive an Advanced Biotechnology Certificate (ABC), a student… Continue reading Potential careers in biotechnology
Tyler Krenzin Lantern Staff The Butler Art Department has recently welcomed a new addition to its inventory. The addition comes in the form of a new kiln to be of use for ceramics classes. This new kiln is one of the several new additions that the art department has had over the last couple of… Continue reading Art department adds ‘fiery’ new addition
Photo courtesy: Twitter Charles Chaney Student Sports Media It took four hours but at the end of the day, the Jayhawk Conference continues. All 19 presidents voted unanimously and drafted two new bylaws, that set into motion a new frontier in KJCCC athletics. On Thursday, Oct. 20, presidents of the Kansas Jayhawk Conference met at… Continue reading Jayhawk Conference adopts new bylaws
Photo illustration by D. Brown Caleb Thorton Advertising and Distribution Editor On Aug. 1, 2013, the Butler Board of Trustees enacted a non-smoking policy on campus grounds, including classrooms and dorms. According to Butler’s website, this school policy passed to advocate health and reduce fire hazard risks. According to Chief Tim Bryan, the policy is… Continue reading Campus adheres to smoking policy
Photo Courtesy: Hunter Fullhart On Thursday, Oct. 6 through Saturday, Oct. 8, the Butler Vocal Department presented their fall concert, “Elements of…,” which dealt with different elements of our life, including love and family. The concert started the season off with a bang and ensured there are more surprises to come.
Photo Courtesy: Enlighten Portal Hayley Smith Editor-in-Chief According to Academic Advisor Gary Royse, about 60 percent of students will choose to further their education after a community college by attending a university or other institution. Although there may be some unforeseen problems that arise when one is attempting to transfer, they are normally minimal. Royse… Continue reading Transferring may trouble students
