THE GRIZZLY MAGAZINE

It’s the time of year to say what you are grateful for and stuff your faces with food. Thanksgiving is the time to spend time with family and friends with laughter and stories from the past. Not a lot of clubs were able to do Thanksgiving dinners or lunches this year, but one club that did was ‘Campus Crusade for Christ’.

Photos by Kaylin Bergeron Captions by Josh Cryer

Photos by Kaylin Bergeron Captions by Megan Trotter

The first show of the year ‘Marian or The True Tale of Robin Hood,’ is an episodic comedy that deals with characters exploring different genders and female empowerment.

Dear Grizzlies, Welcome to a new school year at ButlerCommunity College. I am so glad you are here. Whether this is your first semester or you are returning to continue your journey, this is the perfect time to set new goals, meet new people, and explore new possibilities. Butler is here to help you achieve your goals, whether that means preparing for a great job as soon as possible or transferring to a university to continue your studies. Our outstanding faculty and staff are here to support you every step of the way and are dedicated to helping you succeed.

There are many opportunities to build community as a student!

Homesteaded in Towanda, Kan., Fulton Valley Farms has been continuously owned and operated for over 150 years by members of the original Fulton family since 1869. The furthest west sesquocentennial farm in Kansas is currently owned by fifth generation family members David and Betty Corbin. Nestled between clear streams and acres of growing crops, the heritage farm is home to the Boot Scootin’ Barn, the Woods Conference Center, and Dash Away Reindeer while also bringing agratourism to Kansas. Every Christmas season, the family hosts several public events to help families celebrate the holiday season. With over 2 million lights, live reindeer, a live nativity vignette, Santa, and much more; Fulton Valley Farms’ events were born from the idea of using land to fulfill the enjoyment of others and to share the family’s blessings with those who might not have the same opportunity to experience them. Owner and operator of the farm, Betty Corbin, offered more insight, saying,

The Fantastiks Musical (NOV. 20-22) Tickets available at the Box Office (700 Building.)

According to the Kansas Geological Survey, over 1,000 earthquakes occur across the world. Over the year 2020, 260 earthquakes were in Kansas - about 50 of them in El Dorado. However, earthquakes under 2.5 magnitude usually aren't felt; that's why it doesn't seem that we're shaking constantly, as most of those 1,000 earthquakes fall below 2.0 magnitude. Structural damage doesn't even start until 5.5 magnitude - Kansas' two strongest earthquakes both peaked at 5.1 and 5.2.

As of 2020, 86 percent of college students nationwide receive some type of financial aid - whether it be through scholarships or federal aid programs, according to usnews.com. This trend has risen considerably since 2000, up to 70 percent. While Butler Community College (BCC) is much more affordable than many schools, understanding how financial aid can benefit you has grown to be integral to affordably attending college.