ASCOCC elections approach
By Miles Flynn | The Broadside (Contact: mflynn@cocc.edu)
In the midst of the “Vote OR Vote” campaign on campus and the beginnings of the 2018 midterm congressional elections, it can be easy to miss smaller...
Fiesta Celebración filled with food, festivities, and fun
By Emma Kaohi | The Broadside (Contact: ekaohi@cocc.edu)
As Mexican music sang out and dancers tapped across the floor, the annual Latino “Fiesta Celebración” held in Central Oregon Community College’s Coats Campus Center celebrated Mexican culture...
Sprouting up sustainability this spring
By Emma Kaohi | The Broadside (Contact: ekaohi@cocc.edu)
To share in the excitement of warm months approaching and the crops that come along with it, farmers and ranchers from around Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties...
Attempted theft on campus heightens student awareness
By Ezra Neumann | The Broadside (Contact: eneumann2@cocc.edu)
At the beginning of spring term, students were notified of an “attempted assault” that was later relabeled an “attempted theft” at Central Oregon Community College, reported by a student....
What’s up with that coffee hut?
By Adam Case | The Broadside (Contact: acase@cocc.edu)
A small structure located in the upper campus next to Jefferson used to be a well-known food and coffee kiosk that is now abandoned. The structure has...
Understanding the relativity of privilege
By Marcus LeGrand | The Broadside (Contact: mlegrand2@cocc.edu)
Over the years, I've worked with students from all corners of this state and country, ranging from the rich to the poor, the apologists, and the dreamer,...
A very tasty child
By Spencer Light | The Broadside (Contact: slight@cocc.edu)
It’s funny how the simplest of beginnings — a small deed, some kind words, or even a genuine smile — can form a relationship with the potential...
Cold, dark, and quiet: Central Oregon caves
By Adam Case | The Broadside (Contact: acase@cocc.edu)
Central Oregon has many natural wonders, including any number of caves. Due to the volcanic climate, the landscape is covered in lava-formed cave systems. These caves offer...
Disability Services creates healthy learning environment for all
By Emma Kaohi | The Broadside (Contact: ekaohi@cocc.edu)
Striving to build a better learning environment for all, Central Oregon Community College’s Disability Service offices provide services to 500 to 600 students per year, meeting in person...
Local voices speak out on possible end to DACA
By Miles Flynn | The Broadside (Contact: mflynn@cocc.edu)
This presidential term is one full of changes at a moment’s notice; on September 5, President Donald Trump announced the end of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals,...