By Robert Berman in News Last Friday, Clark College faculty, students and trustees slogged through ice, snow and slow traffic for the chance to eat breakfast with six Washington state representatives. The legislative breakfast began at 8 a.m. in the Penguin Union Building’s fireside lounge. The meeting gave members of […]
Other News
Rose City ‘Til They Die
By Stephanie LaRue in Sports The Portland Timbers have had their share of ups and downs since joining Major League Soccer in 2011. After finishing eighth out of nine teams in the Western Conference last season, the Timbers finished first in the conference this year and made the playoffs for […]
Perfecting That Jump Shot
By Tra Friesen in Campus [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8JNvvYzYo4] Every Friday, O’Connell Sports Center hosts free intramural basketball from noon to 1 p.m. for all enrolled students. Intramural Program Director Garet Studer said classes and athletic practices make it difficult to get open gym time. “This was the one hour a week […]
Poll Shows Political Awareness Low at Clark College
By Robert Berman in Opinion Ballots dropped into Washington voters’ mailboxes two weeks ago. Meanwhile, television ads, local news stations and yard signs have been dragging voters’ opinions back and forth with emotional appeals and catchy punch lines. Some of what they advertise is true, but a lot of it […]
Letter to the Editor
In a recent article of “The Indy,” an issue was raised about the programming of theater productions under the leadership of Dr. Gene Biby. The blame (or credit, depending on one’s point of view, since there has been a considerable increase in student participation in these programs since his arrival) […]
Men’s Soccer Remains Undefeated at Home
By Brittanni Wood in Sports Clark’s men’s soccer team remains undefeated at home with a 5-0 win over the Southwestern Oregon Community College Lakers Wednesday night. Coach Biniam Afenegus said the team played a good first half, but slowed down in the second before they regained focus. The Penguins had […]
Penguin Volleyball Hits Its Stride
By Tyler Urke in Sports Clark’s volleyball team had one of its best days of the year Friday, winning three out of four matches at the Bellevue Crossover Tournament in Bellevue, Wash. The Penguins beat Skagit Valley 3-2, Grays Harbor 2-0 and Columbia Basin 2-0. Their only loss was against […]
Inside the Syrian War
By Robert Berman in Opinion The Indy sat down with political science professor Nick Forrest to discuss the current conflict in Syria. Below is a synopsis of the interview. You can also listen to the full audio here Q: Why should Americans be paying attention to Syria? A: First of […]
Editorial: ASCC Needs Transparency
By Indy Staff in Opinion The ASCC Appointments Committee released the identities of the 2013-2014 student government officers May 22. However, the names and qualification statements of the candidates were not released to the public at any time during the appointments process. This lack of transparency completely removes student body […]
Inside the Indy: EIC Departs
By Kyle Yasumiishi in Opinion This is my last issue as editor-in-chief of The Independent. I’ve had the unique privilege of serving students, staff, faculty, alumni and the local community over the past nine months by providing timely and relevant news about Clark College. During this time, The Independent staff […]
