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(Left to right) Jamal Jackson, Evan Allen, Julia Huff and Kyle Anderson pose for a photo with their awards from the Detroit 48 hour Film Challenge. (Photo courtesy of Evan Allen)
Lights, camera, victory
Student filmmakers earn accolades at 48 hour Film Challenge
Jess Michael, Staff Writer • September 25, 2025

In the Lower Level, Vistatech Center, not many know the office for the Film Club lives inside the Student Activities Office. Students who are dedicated to the art of film meet on a consistent basis to...

Dr. Glenn Cerny participates in the Wish-A-Mile Bike Tour on July 25-27, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Make-A-Wish Michigan)
Cycling for a cause
Olivia Lambert, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2025

As the 300-mile trek spans out in front of him, Schoolcraft College President Dr. Glenn Cerny didn’t think about the distance - he thought...

Have your say
Have your say
Pili Estevez, Managing and Layout Editor • July 18, 2025

The Schoolcraft College Police Department is once again undergoing the accreditation process and needs the public's help. The department first...

(Left to Right) Students Paul Novak, Brandon Fillenworth, Professor Gerry Lickey and Willlie Simmons discussing the switch battery building.
Revving up change
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2025

Schoolcraft is always discovering new ways to provide new and innovative curriculum for the future, and electric vehicle engineering is not going...

Outside of teaching, Theatre professor Michael Alan Herman has many talents as a podcaster, writer, and actor.
From Livonia to Hollywood
Theatre Professor brings real world experiences to Schoolcraft
Jessica Staniszewski, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

Having grown up in St. Joseph, Professor Michael Alan Herman is a Schoolcraft Theatre professor. Before his arrival to Schoolcraft, Michael Herman had graduated from the University of Southern California...

September Student Employee of The Month Stephen Vafeas, holds up his certificate of recognition.
Culinary Operations student brings hard work and passion to all that he does
Jessica Staniszewski, Staff Writer • September 19, 2025

Having been an Ocelot for a year, Culinary Operations student employee Stephen Vafeas hits the ground running with every shift he takes.  “A day typically starts with my co-workers and I getting...

The Schoolcraft  Theatre Department presents CLARKSTON by Samuel D. Hunter and Directed by Michael Alan Herman.  Performance dates are held April 4, 5, 11 and 12. April 6 is a matinee in the James R. Hartman Theatre inside the Liberal Arts Building.
“Clarkston” takes the stage
Stephanie Polys, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025

Schoolcraft College Theatre Department presents “Clarkston” April 4, 5, 11 and 12  at 7:30 p.m. April 6  2 p.m. (Matinee) James R. Hartman Theatre inside the Liberal Arts Building Tickets: https://schoolcraft-college.ticketleap.com/clarkston/ Adults...

Graphic by Andrew Husken
Creating Solidarity
Michelle Torres, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025

As the year drags on, there have been many anxieties about the current socio-economic climate in the country. Some communities have been hit harder than others, but it is during times of fear and crisis...

Freshman forward Devlin McGinnis takes a shot on net. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft Athletics)
Ocelots score two in 20 minutes, pull off 3-1 victory
Jean Leonne Isidoro Leal, Staff Writer • September 22, 2025

Two goals in the first 20 minutes were enough for the Schoolcraft Ocelots to earn a hard-fought 3-1 victory...

Dr. Glenn Cerny participates in the Wish-A-Mile Bike Tour on July 25-27, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Make-A-Wish Michigan)
Cycling for a cause
Olivia Lambert, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2025

As the 300-mile trek spans out in front of him, Schoolcraft College President Dr. Glenn Cerny didn’t...

Schoolcraft Women's Soccer beats Muskegon CC 3-0 on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 at Schoolcraft College. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft Athletics)
Patience pays off for the Ocelots
Joao Kushino, Staff Writer • September 21, 2025

After a frustrating first half, the Schoolcraft Women's Soccer team regrouped and dominated the second...

The Schoolcraft Women's Volleyball drops their match against Mott CC on October 1, 2025, 3-2.
Ocelots lose to Mott, 3-2
October 2, 2025

 

Freshman forward Devlin McGinnis takes a shot on net. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft Athletics)
Ocelots score two in 20 minutes, pull off 3-1 victory
Jean Leonne Isidoro Leal, Staff Writer • September 22, 2025

Two goals in the first 20 minutes were enough for the Schoolcraft Ocelots to earn a hard-fought 3-1 victory...

Schoolcraft Women's Soccer beats Muskegon CC 3-0 on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 at Schoolcraft College. (Photo courtesy of Schoolcraft Athletics)
Patience pays off for the Ocelots
Joao Kushino, Staff Writer • September 21, 2025

After a frustrating first half, the Schoolcraft Women's Soccer team regrouped and dominated the second...

From Personal to Historical
From Personal to Historical
Consequences that ripple through time
Fasiha Mudassar, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025

“Buckeye” Author: Patrick Rayan Genre: historical and literary fiction Trigger Warning: wartime trauma/mild violence, grief, family tension/infidelity,...

Rachel Husken, Production Artist • October 2, 2025

Looking for something to do? Checkout what's going around town over the next few weeks in October.   Spooky Spirits October 3 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. The Detroit Zoo 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067 Tickets: $55 General | $95 VIP | $35...

Simple, Tasty, and Affordable
Simple, Tasty, and Affordable
Rachel Calhoun, Staff Writer • September 30, 2025

What better way to kick off Autumn than waking up to the smell of warm, sweet spices drifting through that bedroom door? That nostalgic aroma of apple harvest symbolizes just how colorful mornings can be. French toast, served with butter and maple syrup,...

A Diamond in the Rough, or A Piece of Coal?
A Diamond in the Rough, or A Piece of Coal?
Abigail M. Jacobs, Staff Writer • September 29, 2025

“Weapons” Genre: Horror/Mystery Rated: (R) Released: August 8, 2025 Trigger Warning: Graphic violence/ gore, self harm, drug use, explicit language, and some sexual content  Rating: 3/10  Despite having an incredibly suspenseful trailer,...

Beauty in a goodbye
Beauty in a goodbye
Jess Michael, Editor-in-Chief • April 2, 2025

I remember the first time I walked through the Liberal Arts doors to wander to my first class. To many this is just a simple transition since many students are freshly graduated from high school. However, for a 34 year old mother of three, this was quite...

The Collective Pen: Thank you
The Collective Pen: Thank you
Connection Editorial Staff April 1, 2025

We all hope that throughout our time on this earth we will find what inspires us. Muses are what fills our hearts with hope and sparks the creativity...

Pranked for the Prize
Pranked for the Prize
Izabella Allie, Content Manager • February 25, 2025

Mornings are rough, especially the ones that require chauffeuring a middle schooler before sunrise. However, on the April 5, 2024 aka Opening...

Beating winter blues
Beating winter blues
Sarah Mallory, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

We are in the depths of winter where loneliness and depression rates increase drastically. It is normal for many people to go through periods...

On Wednesday, Oct. 1 students enjoyed some fall treats courtesy of the Student Activity Board. In addition students were able to sing their favorite songs via karaoke in the Lower Level, Vistatech Center.
Singing, sipping, and sweet treats
October 3, 2025

  The Student Activities Board hosted its annually Cider and Donuts Day on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 in the...

The Schoolcraft Women's Volleyball drops their match against Mott CC on October 1, 2025, 3-2.
Ocelots lose to Mott, 3-2
October 2, 2025

 

The side walk from the Forum to the Liberal Arts Building were lined with tables promoting and Student Services to the students at Ozzypalooza on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Ozzypalooza 2025
August 29, 2025

  Students celebrated the beginning of a new school year at the 3rd Annual Ozzy-Palooza on Wednesday, August...

#Graduated
#Graduated
May 6, 2025

  On Saturday, May 3 at 1 p.m., students and their significant others gathered inside the Trinity Elite Sports...