THE ROADRUNNER

Should College Students Reduce Screen Time?

Screen addiction causes unproductivity, sleep loss, and poor health, all obstacles to college success.

Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist • December 20, 2024

It goes without saying that screen usage is one of the most important issues facing college students today. Screen time affects sleep, soft skills, and mental and physical health. College students need...

Spilling the Coffee Beans on Butte’s Wired Cafe

Convenience, affordability and great service can't overcome bland taste.

Ashley Peterson, Women's Sport Jounalist • December 19, 2024

Slumped, half-awake, college students struggling to make it through a whole day of lectures and keyboard tapping would find comfort at the bottom of a nice cup of coffee. However, this is not the case...

TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF AS A STUDENT

Time management, journaling and vitamin D can help you through finals week.

Sukh Joth Kaur, Staff Writer • December 18, 2024

Deadlines, exams, homework, and final papers are due, and at this point, you might feel sick to your stomach with stress. But do you remember the last time you had a proper meal? As students, it is...

The Roadrunner Rebrand a Lengthy Tale…

The following is the story of Nathan Azevedo Espindula and his journey with The Roadrunner. Originally written for the 55th Anniversary Special Edition Magazine, published on March 8, 2024.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • November 26, 2024

Some would say that to name a campus newspaper Geococcyx californianus (Roadrunner, in translation) would be clever; maybe some would even say it was pompous and inappropriate. I honestly always thought...

“Children of the Land,” a politically relevant reading from Marcelo Hernandez Castillo

On Nov. 21, 2024, at 11 a.m., guest speaker Marcelo Hernandez Castillo came to the Nest to read some of his poetry and a few excerpts from his memoir Children of the Land. The room filled as Butte College students heard an emotionally charged and politically relevant Marcelo recount growing up undocumented in California.

Justin Stock, Lifestyle Editor • November 25, 2024

The Guest Speaker Marcelo Hernandez Castillo was the first undocumented student to graduate from the University of Michigan’s Helen Zell Writers’ Program. He is a poet and has authored a memoir...

It’s Time to Be Thankful and Hang Out with the Roadrunner Hub

Butte College students enjoy a free mug and share what they are thankful for.

Juan Valencia, Campus Life Journalist • November 25, 2024

On Nov. 21, the Roadrunner Hub held a “Thanksgiving Mug Giveaway,” inviting Butte College students to drop by their main center for a hot beverage in free reusable mugs. Just in time for Thanksgiving,...

Butte College’s International Center – Where Many Nations Become One

Rachel Wood’s International Student Program provides a home away from home for many students.

Daniel O'Hara, guest contributor • November 21, 2024

Butte College is home to a diverse range of students hailing from every corner of the globe, from South America to Europe and beyond. Needless to say, leaving your home to study in an unfamiliar country...

Culture, Challenges, and Courage: A Cambodian’s American Experience

Ranpha Sarat’s story takes us from Cambodia’s capital to the halls of Chico State, revealing the journey and challenges faced by a young international student who left everything to chase her dreams. In this exclusive article, Ranpha opens up about her struggles, ambitions, and the cultural divide she navigates every day.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • November 19, 2024

Cambodia is a Southeast Asian nation often overshadowed by its neighbors, Thailand and Vietnam. Despite this, the small country finds its own unique ways to shine, both in its history and culture. Once...

Need Some Food? The Roadrunner Hub Is Here to Help!

Their pantry is always open for all Butte College students, along with many other resources for all your needs.

Juan Valencia, Campus Life Journalist • November 19, 2024

The Roadrunner Hub is the basic needs resource center of Butte College, open Monday to Friday. It offers a well-stocked food pantry and a helpful housing assistance program, students are encouraged to...

Butte’s Smashing Pumpkins Was a Smash Hit

Butte College’s 4th annual Pumpkin Smashing Event on Halloween, October 31, at the main campus had a great turnout of students of all ages and majors coming together to watch pumpkins explode from their hands.

Justin Stock, Lifestyle Editor • November 11, 2024

How Does It Work? Outside of the Student Administrative Services building, tarps were laid down on the staircases, and hay bales were used to stop the gourd-turned bowling balls as students chucked...

Veterans Day Event at Butte College Main Campus

The event at the Butte College main campus helps us reflect on history for the holiday.

Andrew Vojta, Editor-in-Chief • November 10, 2024

A Veterans Day event took place on Thursday November 7, 2024 on the main campus of Butte College. Veterans Day is a federal holiday dedicated to the reflection upon the notion of service as we thank ...

Butte College announces new vice president for student services

This appointment makes a public pledge to strengthening equity and student success.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • November 9, 2024

On November 4, 2024, Butte College announced, via a press release, the appointment of Imelda Simos-Valdez as the school’s new vice president of student services. Simos-Valdez steps into the role with...