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The Emotional Support Water Bottles Of JCCC: Friend, Diary, Vessel
Once you get an emotional support bottle you have to take it everywhere to survive life.
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A Look Back At Japan Festival 2026 Through Photos
Kids play with toy swords during the Japan festival on October 3rd, 2026. Sumo wrestlers pose for a picture with a family outside at the JCCC courtyard during the Japan festival on October 3rd, 2026 Couples sharing food at the JCCC cafeteria during the Japan festival on October 3rd, 2026 -Manahil Fatima Ethen Cook, a
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JCCC’s “Soberfest” Creates Space For Alcohol-Free Fun
Photo Designed By: Athena Gonzalez Celebrating alcohol-free fun, Soberfest invites all to participate on Wednesday, Oct. 14. From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Student Lounge (GEB 151 and 154) will be decorated in neon fashion with free finger food, mocktails and freebies while supplies last, in addition to fun interactive activities and resources from
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JCCC’s Science Fiction Convention, “JOCOCON” Returns to JCCC
The first traditional convention drew more than 100 people and included nine vendors, including local comic shops, artists, booksellers, and a couple of clothing people who did custom jackets and shirts. More recent speaker events have attracted between 50 and 60 attendees. The writing workshops, which are capped at 24 participants, have also filled to…
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It’s Fall At JCCC
Happy Monday, cavs. We are officially over halfway through the semester, which I’m thankful for, since I am not vibing and thriving with math (guys, send good vibes). Last week, I was so hyped for fall, and even started rewatching Gilmore Girls, but Kansas decided to be Kansas and it’s yet again hot outside, so
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Meet A Cavalier Monday: Jordan Mason’s Determination Earns Him A Spot On The Team
He played with confidence because he wanted a roster spot.
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A Look At The 2026 Intercultural Retreat Through Photos
Accounting professor David Krug gives directions on where to write names on the name cards during the Intercultural retreat on September 26th, 2026 Anthropology professor Erin Gould introduces herself to liberal arts major Marisol Rivera during the intercultural retreat on September 26th, 2026 Accounting professor David Krug shares a fun fact about himself, surprising Communication
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Faculty Friday: Meet Professor Dan Owens And Read How He Makes Students Feel Valued
“He retained the information I wrote and made an effort to give me a compliment,” Shay wrote in an email. “He took extra steps he did not necessarily have to, to make me feel valued.”
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October Brings The Start Of JCCC Basketball
The women’s team is led by sophomores Anonda Ford and Layla Barnes. The women won’t start their season until Oct. 10 at the Southwest Showcase. The women only lost one game last season, and they placed third in the national tournament. They had a perfect regular-season record.
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JCCC’s Tech Panel Provides Students With Up-To-Date Look Of The Tech Industry
After the Industry Professionals’ panel, the next step will be a round-table conversation in which each panelist will move around to the individual tables where students are seated. This will give students an opportunity to interact with the panelists, ask questions, and learn more about them and how they navigated their career paths.
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JCCC “Launch On The Lawn” Event Fundraises For Holiday Assistance
In addition to the Launch on the Lawn, the Student Senate will host an event on Nov. 18 called the JCCC Gives market. That event will feature homemade goods made by local businesses.
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JCCC’s Global Engagement Office Provides Opportunities That A Classroom Cannot Replicate
“We don’t want your first experience with an international company or international opportunity to be when you don’t have any support,” Wilkes said. “Let us do the heavy lifting so that you can focus on learning.”
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JCCC Sports Roundup
Freshman forward Grace Bradley scored one goal and two assists against Neosho, establishing her as a key second scorer behind sophomore midfielder Flo Rigby, who added two goals and an assist. In total, Rigby has racked up 20 goals and 10 assists, with Bradley adding 13 goals and 11 assists this season.
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JCCC Winter Enrollment and Upcoming Events
We have a fun week here on campus, so make sure to check out Get Involved for some upcoming events (or you could just watch this week’s Samsplaining).
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JCCC’s Creative Writing Club Creates a Low-Stakes Space For Creativity
McDonald said some students attend because they are already writers or want to write more, while others may be looking for friends with similar interests. McDonald added that several students who joined this semester have kept coming back.
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Kansas “Bathroom Bill” Affects Students Seven Months On
“Somebody who really wants to hurt women, they’re not going to stop because of a bathroom. They’re going to keep doing that. You’re just now also hurting trans people,” said member Verity Alexander.
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Child Care Grant That Changes The Lives Of Student Parents Set To Expire
Without CCAMPIS, Kai-Tierra Lane, a student studying business administration, would have to choose between caring solely for her child or continuing her education.
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The Messenger Reviews: Resident Evil
Furthermore, Zach Cregger injects the movie with much of his own visual flair. The direction of the movie is honestly stunning, and there are several points throughout where the style can shift from stunning, hauntingly beautiful visuals to intense action.
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JCCC Sports Roundup
The JCCC women’s team are getting ready to face Iowa Western Community College on Sept. 22 at 3 p.m., and Southeast Community College on Sept. 23, at 1pm.
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Meet A Cavalier Monday: Layla Barnes Defied The Odds
Photo By: Cammi Unruh On a hot September morning, while many JCCC students are still sleeping, Layla Barnes is already working on her basketball game. Twice a week, the JCCC women’s basketball sophomore wakes up early and heads to the Fieldhouse for extra work. For Barnes, the extra work is what it takes to keep
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JCCC’s New Veteran and Military Student Resource Center Allows More Space And Support
The center currently serves somewhere between 700 and 750 veteran and military-connected students each semester, according to the director, and around 300 to 350 of those students use benefits the center helps support.
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“Romeo and Juliet” Presented By The JCCC Theater Department
Support JCCC Theatre by attending a showing of Romeo and Juliet this month.
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Fighting The Hidden Dangers Of Firefighting
Incoming firefighters were not educated enough about the risks of job-related cancers, but that is changing.
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Fall 2026 Begins with Parking Delays
Students and faculty arriving for the day are finding parking more difficult because parking garages and spaces are already full. This has caused students to spend extra time driving around to find a parking spot, creating delays for students and heavier traffic while they search for spots.
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Navigating First Gen Student Life
For many first-generation students, college can feel isolating. Without parents who have experienced higher education themselves, many are left to figure things out on their own. Things such as financial aid or internships can be hard to navigate when you don’t have any prior knowledge of the topic.
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From Student to Donor: One JCCC Alum Pays it Forward
“I graduated high school here in Johnson County,” said Stephene Moore, a scholarship donor at Johnson County Community College. “There was no hope whatsoever that I’d be able to go to school.” That reality wasn’t unusual in the late 1960s. It was simply the way things were. “My brother was in college, and I was
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Things To Do During Your First Week At JCCC
Welcome back Cavs. Today is the first day of the fall semester, and a beautiful first day it is. The first week of classes can feel overwhelming, but make sure to take time for yourself and enjoy some of the exciting upcoming events that will be taking place across campus. We have some wonderful things
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JCCC Volleyball Sweeps Labette Community College
The JCCC Volleyball team showed off their skills in a 3-0 sweep against Labette Community College on Sept. 10, 2025. Their chemistry together allowed for a dominant offensive performance. Adelyn Hemphill, Carlie Martin, and Kennedie Witthaus all gave their insight on what allowed them to execute such an impressive win.
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Cavs Men’s Soccer Extends streak with Strong Team Chemistry
The Johnson County Community College men’s soccer team continues to build momentum, extending their winning streak with a series of strong performances, including four shutouts in their last five matches.
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JCCC’s Volleyball Next Generation Making Waves
As the 2025-26 season starts, Johnson County Community College’s volleyball lineup has been stacked with young and youthful energy, and it’s paying off in a big way.
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Cavaliers close season strong: Baseball and Softball Shine in Postseason
The JCCC men’s Cavaliers baseball team had a good summer; they won their third straight NJCAA Division I Plains District Tournament title, going undefeated in Salina, Kansas. This helped them earn a spot in the NJCAA World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado, where they had standout moments in the tournament. This included a 13-0 run-rule…
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Cavs WBB Coach Ben Conrad Reaches 500 Wins
“These milestone wins have seemed to come late in the year, so most years, I’m so locked in on our stretch run, I don’t think I really feel anything,” Conrad said.