As summer semester starts and students are moving into the dorms, the Captain’s Cupboard, our food pantry on-campus, is a great resource for students this summer. With the dining hall closed for […]
Captain’s Cupboard: Food Pantry for Students
It all Leads Up to Graduation
On May 21st, 2023, Southern Maine Community College held its 76th graduation. Hundreds of students attended and walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. For one last time, I will write […]
Students Crave Larger Library at SMCC
Libraries on college campuses can turn a student’s learning environment from okay, to amazing. Every student needs a place to study when their roommates are being annoying, or the siblings are too […]
Emergency Housing Fund for Students
SMCC has started a fundraiser for students in need of emergency housing. The fund began with a $10,000 donation from the SMCC president, Joe Cassidy, as well as a $10,000 gift from […]
SMCC student, Elora Griswold Full Interview
Can you tell me more about SMCC’s Communications & New Media program? How did it lead to your short documentary and what is the 2023 Maine Mayhem Film Festival? “In my opinion, […]
The Victoria Mansion
The Victoria Mansion is considered a national historic landmark and a fascinating look into 19th century interior and exterior design. It is known for its overall architecture and entrancing styled interior. The […]
SMCC Graduation
Every college student’s dream is the day they can finally graduate and start the next chapter of their lives. With graduation season right around the corner, that is no different for Southern […]
Why Do You Teach: April Duckworth
Before the 2023 semester started, the faculty at SMCC all got together for a convocation and one of the activities was to discuss why they decided to be teachers. The SMCC Beacon […]
Inside The Mind Of John Joseph Joubert IV: Part Two
Content Warning: Murder, graphic language {not swearing}, death of children, disturbing subjects which may not be suitable for some viewers, viewer discretion is advised… On December 2, 1983, 12- year old Christopher […]
Inside The Mind Of John Joseph Joubert Ⅳ: Part One
Content Warning: Murder, graphic language {not swearing}, death of children, disturbing subjects which may not be suitable for some viewers, viewer discretion is advised… For true crime lovers everywhere, something that goes […]
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