By Taylor Greife, CUSP Editor Franklin County’s voter turnout for the November 2024 Election, the most recent presidential election, was 72.19 percent; the Municipal Election turnout in April that same year was 13.04 percent. Why is the number of voters so much smaller for an election that is arguably more impactful to the citizens in Franklin County? Municipal election … Continue reading Municipal elections matter: voting in small elections makes a big difference
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By Katie Oreskovic, Staff Writer Rushing from class to car to work to other responsibilities, life as a student doesn’t always accommodate time to ‘stop and smell the roses’ as they say. Lucky for students at East Central College, a blossoming sanctuary of native plant life awaits just West of campus. The prairie plots, which were first initiated during the early … Continue reading Prairie at East Central College: A natural haven here on campus
By Taylor James, Cornerstone Editor TRIO has come to East Central College (ECC) to provide underserved students the opportunity for extra academic support. TRIO Director Jake Little talked about the program coming to the college. “TRIO is a federally funded program grant that allows East Central College to extend extra support to students that meet … Continue reading TRIO grant comes to ECC
Photos taken by Taylor James Students and Staff gathered for the Spring Semester's student involvement fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 4 on the first floor of the Shook center. Students were able to visit with clubs and school affiliated organizations and learn more about opportunities outside of the classroom.
By Audrey Ellis Staff Writer East Central College student Caitlyn Hanna traveled to Washington, D.C., from Sept. 15th through the 17th as a student ambassador for the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE). She was joined by Alice Whalen, director of Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) at ECC. Together, they paired with adult learners and … Continue reading Student Takes their Voice to DC, to defend Adult Education
By Taylor James Cornerstone Editor ECC Campus Life and Leadership hosted the 2025 Student Involvement Fair on Sept. 3, this was a chance for new students to interact with clubs and organizations. There were 19 clubs and organizations that had a table. According to the Campus Life and Leadership Coordinator, Andy Klingensmith, 110 students passed … Continue reading Campus Life hosts Student Involvement Fair for Fall Semester
By Paytan-Mae Ruppel Staff Writer East Central College’s Student Government Association (SGA) welcomed students to its first Fall meeting of 2025 with excitement and enthusiasm. The meeting included introductions to SGA leaders, proposing upcoming events, and initiating a bold campaign on human trafficking awareness. SGA’s presence on campus allows every student, known as “senate members”, … Continue reading ECC Welcomes Students to First SGA Meeting of Fall Semester
By Taylor James Cornerstone Editor County citizens within the ECC taxing district went out to the polls on April 9 to make their voice heard. Proposition ECC was introduced for the second time, hoping to help out the school’s infrastructure. The vote failed in Washington, Franklin, and Crawford counties. The measure spanned over the ECC … Continue reading Voters deny Prop ECC
By Taylor James Cornerstone Editor The ECC Student Government Association hosted their final student body meeting for the 2024-25 school year. All current SGA officers are graduating and there will be a need to fill 4 positions: President, Vice President, Chief Recording Officer, and Public Relations Officer. Andy Klingensmith, director of student activities, would like … Continue reading SGA Meeting 4/24/25
By: Taylor Greife Students and people in the community came out to have some fun and enjoy the spring weather. Booths are setup from various organizations, student and community giving out free goodies and chances to win some prizes. Uno, the mini-horse, came to say hello to students and staff, while grazing our lovely campus. … Continue reading ECC hosts Spring Fling on the quad
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