Monthly Archives: February 2012

Editorial: A reminder to the board

Posted on February 28, 2012 by jdawes

At the most recent GRCC Board of Trustees meeting, a routine vote was held, and the vote caused the resurfacing of the controversial views of Trustee Richard Ryskamp and his opinions on the funding and involvement with Actor’s Theater and the Diversity Learning Center.

However, … Read-more

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Keep your gavel out of our mouths!

Posted on February 28, 2012 by jdawes

Justin Dawes
Opinion Editor

Last time I checked, college students are adults with constitutional rights, but a recent court ruling states that some of these rights are snatched away at college doors.

The ruling started with the case Ward v. Polite, where Julea Ward sued … Read-more

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Discussion Board is the online classroom

Posted on February 28, 2012 by jdawes

By Amber Kohagen
Collegiate Staff Writer

Online classes are wonderful for students that live far away or have trouble making it to classes.

The meat and potatoes of the online class is the discussion board. This is the online classroom for students to share ideas, … Read-more

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There’s wisdom in seniors

Posted on February 28, 2012 by jdawes

By Justin Dawes
Opinion Editor

As a student leader of the GRCC “Pass it Forward” event, I saw firsthand the effects that such a great program had on the recipients as well as the volunteers.

There were about 150 people who attended the event, and … Read-more

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Football Showcase

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Josh Compaan

By Austin Metz
Editor in Chief

Students run drills and routes in the recent Football Showcase. The event was held at the Ford Fieldhouse and allowed former players to be scouted by other colleges. Coaches from around the nation were invited to get a look … Read-more

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Andrews works to help players

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Austin Metz

By Dana Finkler
Collegiate Staff Writer

When the GRCC football program was canceled, it came as a surprise to many.

Former defensive coordinator, Curtis Andrews was called into President Steven Enders’ office and he didn’t know what to expect.

His first thought was he was … Read-more

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Women’s basketball set for strong finish

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Austin Metz

By Dana Finkler
Collegiate Sports Writer

The GRCC women’s basketball team defeated the Ancilla Chargers 79-49 to clinch a playoff spot in the NJCAA District G bracket at GRCC’s Gordon Hunsburger Arena on Wednesday, February 22.

The Raiders opened the game on a 12-2 run … Read-more

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Girl’s softball makes the trip to Florida

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Austin Metz

By Dana Finkler
Collegiate Sports Writer

GRCC’s women’s softball Head Coach Paula Maloley is entering her 25^th season as the Raiders coach.

This past off-season, Maloley was honored for her 600^th win receiving the Easton Victory Club award from the National Fastpitch Coaches … Read-more

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Men make championship case

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Austin Metz

By Zach Baker
Collegiate Staff Writer

After a tough loss last week to Muskegon Community College, the Raiders were determined to get back to their winning ways on Wednesday against the Chargers of Ancilla Community College.

It didn’t take long for the Raiders to find … Read-more

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Police Reports – 2/29/2012

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Austin Metz

by Austin Metz

Suspicious Person
2/11/12

Police responded to a report of a possible gas leak in Art and Bev’s. There appeared to be a strong smell of gas coming from the industrial stoves. Grand Rapids Fire Department was called and the leak was stopped…. Read-more

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