The Lantern newspaper 

On Tuesday, Jan. 28, Butler Community College President Jackie Vietti informed the campus via email about President Donald Trump's executive order. This order allows the enforcement of immigration laws that may potentially affect students, institutions, colleges, hospitals, churches, staff, families and more including Butler CC. If U.S. Immigration and  Customs Enforcement (ICE) has an order of detention, it may be legally executed based on the college’s legal counsel. Individuals can be taken into custody. Therefore, students are encouraged to contact Campus Security at 316-321-7675 if they observe any unusual activity. Butler CC is responsible for ensuring the students' safety and protecting their private information. 

For those looking to add a little adventure to their holiday plans, winter travel can offer a magical and fun escape. There are a variety of different places to travel over the winter Christmas break. Whether it is to visit the snowy mountains, a cabin getaway in Colorado or a beachy Christmas in Florida or Hawaii, seasonal destinations bring excitement and fun for all. 

Throughout the years, hurricanes and terrible weather has taken place in many states hitting Texas, Louisiana, North Carolina and most of all Florida. Recently in 2024, Florida has gotten hit the most. Approximately 500 tropical cyclones have affected the state of Florida. Lately, the hurricane season in Florida is more active than average.  

At Butler CC, classes began to start for many on Monday, August 19. The college welcomed many students, both new and returning. The diversity of Butler’s student body was on full display with students from various backgrounds and ages.  

 Freshman Wensheng Cheng, who also goes by Rosie, is from China. Rosie was inspired by the Mass Communications department, specifically the radio/television program because it is student led. 

In a testament to her remarkable contributions to education and community development, Heather Rinkenbaugh, the dean of Online, High School, and Community Learning, as well as the interim vice-president (VP) of Academics has been honored as one of the Wichita Business Journal’s 40 Under 40. This prestigious recognition celebrates her dedication, vision and impact on the educational landscape.

“The Vice President of Academics (VPA) reports directly to the college president and provides innovative leadership for the college and faculty to ensure Butler’s mission is served…,” according to the Butler CC website.

As the school year comes to a close, the negotiations over a new professional contract are nearing the end of their cycle. Throughout the school year, both the administration and the faculty negotiation team have walked through the steps of negotiation, including a notice up letter, federal mediation, and most recently, a fact finding hearing held on Wednesday, April 10 and Thursday, April 11.

Lehener Arsenio

lantern staff

Alexis DeLong

managing editor

Alexis DeLong

managing editor