Arts & Culture

Changing the game: How CCC Foundation is paving the way for student success

By Ethan M. Rogers / May 14, 2023

Debra Mason, executive director of the CCC Foundation, discusses how this non-profit organization serves the students and college community at Clackamas Community College. In this week’s episode, host Ethan M. Rogers talks with Mason about the Clackamas Community College Foundation’s programs and purpose, from the college’s master plan to student scholarships and beyond. “I get…

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Mentally Mindful May

By Diego Garcia / May 14, 2023

May 1 marked the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month. It is important to utilize resources provided by Clackamas Community College. Casey Sims, one of the counselors for the college, spoke about the counseling team: “All of the counselors in our department work with students that are struggling with mental health,” he said. “That isn’t…

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CCC Hosts Club Fair

By Aaliyana Balderas / May 5, 2023

On April 11 in the Wacheno Welcome Center, Clackamas Community College held a club fair. There were over ten booths there to share information about their group. The Clackamas Print spoke to Evelyn Faulkner from the STEM club.  STEM club hosts fun events like Lego building competitions, learning how to make a terrarium, making soaps,…

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These are your 2023-2024 candidates for Associated Student Government: Who will you choose?

By Gabriel Lucich / May 3, 2023

It’s that time again, as votes will be cast and new student government officials will be elected on Friday, May 5. All eligible voters should have received a student email from the college, including the link to the voting site. Voter turnout at the college has been low historically. Last election, there were 5,600 enrolled,…

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Dining in Portland: Ate-Oh-Ate offers a refreshing break from winter’s grip

By Ethan M. Rogers / May 3, 2023

Punxsutawney Phil woke up in February, saw his shadow and, with it, six extra weeks of winter in the Pacific Northwest. It doesn’t seem fair that a small furry animal in the Northeast has that much control over our weather, but there it is. In an effort to get away from the winter blues I…

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Garage Band Festival provides platform for young musicians to showcase their talents

By Dean Bechard / May 2, 2023

Clackamas Community College hosted its annual Garage Band Festival on Friday, April 21, showcasing some of the best up-and-coming musical talents in the region. The festival, held at the Clackamas Repertory Theatre on CCC’s Oregon City campus, featured a diverse lineup of bands performing genres ranging from heavy metal to indie rock. The festival highlighted…

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Cha Cha Cha Mexican Taqueria; leave the salsa, take the chicken.

By Ethan M. Rogers / April 21, 2023

  I had my sights set on Greek food, so I headed to the Milwaukie Station food carts, but when I got there, The Greek Gods Gyro was closed. Fortunately, I passed a Mexican restaurant on my way in that looked interesting; a colorful storefront with outdoor seating that nestled in my head for further…

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Calling all gamers! Geeks & Games a place to shop and play in Oregon City

By Joseph Lohmolder / April 18, 2023

It isn’t always easy to meet new people or find new hobbies to keep yourself busy. Geeks & Games in Oregon City is a local game store where you can create new friendships while also trying out a variety of different tabletop games.  Adam Cox, the owner of Geeks & Games, opened the store in…

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Vegetarian chili & brisket delights: The Smoking Jay offers something for everyone

By Ethan M. Rogers / April 17, 2023

My two favorite components to a good meal; meat and fire. Everything beyond that is just gilding the lily. That said, who doesn’t like a little gold added to an already perfect creation? This week’s location has the meat and the fire, and they’ve added a thin layer of gold as well. The Smoking Jay,…

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Finding flavor in Milwaukie: Review of Rice Thai Cookery

By Ethan M. Rogers / April 16, 2023

Milwaukie on a Monday night is somewhat less than magical. Like most small towns around the world, they roll their streets up when the lights come on. That doesn’t mean you can’t find a good meal – in this case, some good, solid Thai food at Rice Thai Cookery on Main Street. We arrived around…

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