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Lower gas, oil revenues causing college budget cuts

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

College administrators are faced with cutting $2 million from the college's $15 million annual budget.

"I can't cut $2 million right out of the budget but I'm going to try and cut [$1 million] then use our carry over to get us through until we can make some other cuts," said Dr.

Challengers qualify for nationals

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

"This is the first time, as far as I know, that the Garden City Academic Challenge team has qualified to go to nationals in the history of the team," said Kay Davis, head coach of the academic challenge team (AEC).

Nationals for the AEC team are set to take place in Marianne, Fla.

Service focus of honor society

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Members of the Phi Theta Kappa, are making plans for the Kansas Regional Convention, which takes place March 5-7 in Salina, Kan. The honor society will be sending 10 students, including 2 new members (who will be inducted on Feb. 28) to the convention.

The convention consists of speakers, awards, a dance, community service and discussion.

Frostbite fears no cause for cold feet

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

When the cold weather comes, so do exaggerations about limbs falling off, appendages being icicles and, of course, having frostbite. The possibility of getting frostbite is one of those exaggerations.

Many may claim that it's cold enough outside to get frostbite.

Faces to know

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Age: 27

Hometown: Elkhart, Kan.

High School: Elkhart High School

College: Fort Hays State University & University of Oklahoma

Job Title: English Instructor, Forensics Coach

Heroes: My students

Life Motto: Breathe

Favorite Food: Chips & salsa

Marital Status: Single

Favorite School Subject: English and Psychology

Favorite Sport: Basketball

Favorite Movie: Good Will Hunting

Favorite TV Show: House and Iron Chef

Favorite Magazines/Books: I'm an English teacher; I haven't met a book I didn't like.

The Lent lesson from second graders

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A few weeks ago, I was explaining to a lively group of second graders at my church why Jesus would want us to become like little children. It was from the Scripture reading from Matthew 18:1-4 (NAB).

At that time, the disciples approached Jesus and said, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" He called a child over, placed it in their midst, and said, "Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.

A lasting impression

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Changing the view of those in power

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Throughout life there will always be a boss or someone of a higher rank. How do these people get to the top and become president, manager or owner? Does this come from hard work or knowing the right people?

Granted, many jobs require many years of schooling in order to qualify for the position.

Saving lives one appointment, pint at a time

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

"It's been a real smooth [blood drive]. Sometimes they'll go for an hour without any donors then you'll have all theses people come in over another hour. Today it's just been steady." said Janice Nunn, student health nurse.

According to Nunn there were more appointments than usual compared to years prior.

A healthier tomorrow, one step at a time

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Everyday 68 people die in Kansas from chronic disease. Due to poor lifestyle choices many are at risk for chronic disease. Of those living in Kansas, more than half (52%) do not meet their weekly goal of physical activity. The controlled behavior of a healthy lifestyles can prevent chronic conditions.

Olympics draw fans

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

"It's fascinating to see the best of the best," said Doris Meng, English instructor.

The 2010 Olympic Games are taking place in Vancouver, Canada and Brittany DeGagne, Penticton, British Columbia, said she feels a connection to the Olympics because it is in Vancouver.

Fans pink for cause, awareness

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Pink - not brown and gold - was the common color being worn by fans in the gym at the basketball game against Pratt Community College Feb. 17. The reason for the departure from college colors was Hoops for Hope.

"It is something that is done through a national organization, The Women's Basketball Coach Association does what they call 'Pink Zone,'" said Jacob Ripple, sports information director.

Meats team wins Southwestern contest

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The GCCC Meat Judging Team won the Southwestern Contest in Dallas, improving by a total of 234 points from the last contest.

"The team did really good," Meat Judging Team coach Clint Alexander said. "They ended up having the second highest margin of victory for our school.

Baseball strings together five straight wins

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The baseball team is working on consistency in all three phases of the game; pitching, defense, and hitting.

Heading into its conference schedule, which starts Feb. 27, head coach Chris Finnegan is focused on one thing.

"I think our weakness is everything," Finnegan said.

Eat, drink and be merry - then repent

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Mardi Gras falls on the day before Ash Wednesday. It literally means Fat Tuesday in French.

Some people who celebrate Mardi Gras, attach little or no religious significance to it. For others Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday is time for partying and carousing before the 40 days of fasting, repenting, and prayer in lent.