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Miniature engineers repair a keyboard computer.

Resilience in an AI future

Dylan Piazza, Staff reporter | Published June 11, 2026

Anxieties about artificial intelligence and the job market appeared surprisingly muted at the Central Oregon Community College job fair this term. Many students and employers expressed...

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The sunset showcases all the colors in the Spectra.

Coachella Highlights

Marie Handsaker, Staff photographer | Published June 6, 2026

One of the most well known festivals on the West Coast is Coachella–this year I was able to go. I drove down to Indio, Calif., close to Palm Springs. Coachella is a multi-weekend...

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Graphic showcasing an in person class and an online Canvas screen.

Online Classes

Lindsey Spakousky, Contributor | Published June 5, 2026

Online classes are a large part of Central Oregon Community College’s learning platform. Students have shown a clear interest in online options. The college is focusing on building...

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Austin checking the salmon

Salmon Bake

Joaquim Alvarez, Co-editor-in-chief | Published June 4, 2026

On Saturday, May 16, Central Oregon Community College’s traditional 26th annual Salmon Bake was held in Madras this year, four-years since it was previously held there in 2022....

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A dark hallway in Juniper Hall at COCC after three disembodied knocks was heard.

The Haunting of Juniper Hall

Atticus King, Staff reporter | Published June 2, 2026

“We’re all ghosts in training.” Once the closing sentiment I’d leave my guests with as I wrapped up my ghost tour I’d give in Portland, and part of a greater theme I...

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COCC Student Writing Contest announces 2026 winners

COCC Student Writing Contest announces 2026 winners

Published June 2, 2026

A record number of students submitted their work to the second annual Central Oregon Community College Student Writing Contest. Winners were announced last week and will be celebrated...

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Lumi Moore posing in front of the COCC dining hall.

Highlighting jobs on campus

Carson Statham, Staff reporter | Published April 10, 2026

At Central Oregon Community College, campus job positions aren’t just a way to earn money they’re one of the easiest ways to connect with campus life. Whether you’re at the...

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Spring climbing at Smith Rock is an awesome way to enjoy the warm weather and sunshine.

Spring activity guide

Madeline Bell, Editor | Published March 26, 2026

With the early arrival of spring in Central Oregon, it's time to start transitioning what activities we do. Ski racks turn into bike racks and snowmobiles turn into kayaks and...

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