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Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

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The White House.
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Is America Pushing Its Self Destruct Button?

An international perspective on the political carnage in the US
Daniel O'Hara, Staff Writer February 20, 2025
An international perspective on the political carnage in the US
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The Pageant Theater on Oct. 26 2024, taken by Justin Stock

Butte’s Journalism Club goes to the Movies

On February 16 2025, Butte College's Journalism Club went to The Pageant Theater to attend a screening of the 2024 Independent Film "The Seed of the Sacred Fig." Was the trip worth it? Was the movie any good? Should you join the Journalism Club? Answer all of these questions and more by reading ahead!
Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief February 18, 2025
Read ahead to find out about the Journalism Club!
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Butte Men's Soccer squad celebrates their victory over Skyline College in the playoffs

Soccer Team Creates History

Men's Soccer Team defy expectations in reaching State Final
Daniel O'Hara, Staff Writer February 17, 2025
Men's Soccer Team defy expectations in reaching State Final
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Companion – Movie Review

A lakehouse retreat brings this couple to their breaking point.
Juan R. Valencia, Editor-in-Chief February 14, 2025
A lakehouse retreat brings this couple to their breaking point.
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The White House from Washington, DC, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

President Trump signs executive order to rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

A nation divided by an order that is causing an uproar.
Bryan Daniel, Social Media Editor February 13, 2025
A nation divided by an order that is causing an uproar.
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The QRC at Butte, taken on Aug 29, 2024 by Justin Stock

The Queer Resource Center set to host annual Lav Grad!

Queer-identifying students attending Butte College who will be finishing up their associate degree or diploma, or moving on to a university, are invited to celebrate their accomplishments with other queer students on March 17, 2025, at the Chico Women’s Club. Read ahead to sign up and join the celebration, which will feature a DJ and a ceremony!
Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2025
Sign up today Queer Students!
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The Six Nations: One of Rugby’s Premier Competitions

The world's most athletically demanding sport hits the international stage once more.
Daniel O'Hara, Staff Writer February 10, 2025

  The Six Nations Championship is the flagship rugby competition in the Northern Hemisphere, boasting a rich history since the inaugural tournament took place in 1883. Six powerhouses of international...

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Raiders at Chiefs, December 12th, 2021, Conman33, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Super Bowl 2025: Who will Play, Perform and More

On Sunday, Feb. 9, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will battle for the grand prize at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, with the historic presence of Kendrick Lamar, Donald Trump, Messi and more.
Carlos Ayala, Staff Writer February 9, 2025

The 59th edition of the Super Bowl is fast approaching, making history and defining a year that has left us with great stories and emotions. The Kansas City Chiefs arrive as the current two-time champions...

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Swag merch from the cupcake booth for the Butte College Career Center in the SAS on Feb 4 2025, taken by Bryan Daniel

Career Center Cupcake Booth Feeds and Facilitates

On Feb. 4, 2025, staff from the Career Center held a cupcake event right here on campus in the Student Administrative Services building. Hosted by Janine Gomez and Susie Sierra, they handed out treats and goodies to let students know how they could help them out. If you want to know what resources you have access to when it comes to getting a job on campus and exactly where you can get them, read ahead!
Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief February 7, 2025

Butte College Career Center Offers Resources, Job Support for Students Right in front of the Financial Aid Office, Butte College’s Career Center very own Janine Gomez and Susie Sierra handed out...

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Nacho stand at the TRIO Center, Butte College Main Campus, on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, Photo by Juan R. Valencia

TRIO Program Welcomes Hungry Visitors

Free nacho event attracts publicity to one of Butte College's least recognized, yet most important programs
Daniel O'Hara, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

On Tuesday, Feb. 4, Butte College's TRIO program opened its doors to the wider student population for its "Kick College Up a Nach-O" initiative, offering free nachos to draw visitors to the center and...

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Flooded roads on Highway 32 in Butte County, CA, Wednesday Feb. 5, 2025, Photo by Butte College Student

Heavy Rain, Flooded Roads

Highway 32 closed due to ongoing flooding from Sacramento River
Juan R. Valencia, Editor-in-Chief February 5, 2025

Following a day of heavy rainfall, California Highway 32 faced closure due to flooding from the Sacramento River around noon on Wednesday, Feb. 5. At the intersection of Sacramento Avenue in Hamilton...

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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...

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