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disappointing day for the Grizzlies

disappointing day for the Grizzlies

The Butler Grizzlies baseball team took on a big challenge Sunday, April 26 after losing their previous encounter, facing nationally ranked No. 5 Cowley County  at Tiger Ball Park. Though the Grizzlies came up short in a 13–3 loss, the lessons learned were more valuable than the score. The Grizzlies lost the first game on their home base 15-4 a couple of days before, Cowley dominated them in both games and this shows they are the superior team. 

Opinion: impact of athletics on campus life/college

Opinion: impact of athletics on campus life/college

At many colleges, college athletes in Division I programs create the strongest beats in campus life. Throughout history college sports have led students to show greater school pride and bond with each other. Student support during football homecomings and both team success and failure build deep ties among students that make up the heart of the college community. Throughout both highschool and college sports have played a big part in inviting students, families and the community to bond and join together. 

the grizzlies' dominant day

the grizzlies' dominant day

Butler Community College continued their impressive day and season with a commanding 18-4 win over Garden City Community College after a 22-3 win in the first game. The Grizzlies’ offense was on full display as they piled on 18 runs, thanks to a relentless attack that kept the Garden City defense on their heels throughout the game. 

Student workers deserve fair and better pay

Student workers deserve fair and better pay

Students balancing college classes with work make a minimum pay of $9 per hour at Butler CC, which does not match their job value or covers daily expenses. University task-based workloads give student staff members priority roles to help keep campus operations stable. Despite their valuable work, student employees receive among the lowest salaries on campus. 

Reset during spring break

Reset during spring break

Spring break is an ideal time to visit and travel to different places as there are many activities and eventful things can be enjoyed. Many take spring break trips, or even just relax and unwind on this week-long break. As Butler CC students prepare for spring break, they are finishing up taking tests, maybe even finals, finishing assignments and more. This is the spring break right before graduation for many at a community college or university even. Travel plans vary from going to somewhere tropical and hot like the beach in Florida or even South Padre Island Texas, which is a very popular spring break destination.  

Butler responds to DEI order

Butler responds to DEI order

Recently, Donald Trump’s administration warned of funding cuts to universities over diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). On Monday, Feb. 17, the Department of Education (DOE) issued a Dear Colleague letter to universities and colleges explaining that they had 14 days to comply with the president’s order. During this timeframe, universities and colleges could no longer use race as it relates to decisions concerning admissions, employment and scholarships. 

 

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