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Seismic upgrades are a necessary, but underfunded, endeavor

Recently, LCC got a grant from the Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program for $667,000 to retrofit structures on campus in the event of an earthquake.  While this is a step in the right direction, it’s only a step. The grant may seem like a large sum of money, but when it comes to building renovations and...

Journalism cuts are indicative of industry’s falling standards

Journalism – informing the people– is a cause and a public service. It takes an activist’s heart, a judge’s ethics, MacGyver’s ingenuity, a sophisticated understanding of writing style and a commitment to a standard of excellence and accuracy to make a truly ideal journalist. The least we can do is ensure our future journalists have...

NEWS BRIEFLY | 6.1.11

Campus events this summer

Off campus summer events

Thumbs | 6.2.11

Editorial | ASLCC has carryover — it shouldn’t

How I’ll remember The Torch…

Working at The Torch is more than a job. It’s an experience. Not only do staffers learn, they learn to get along. Since 1964, students have been working at the paper creating issues but also life-long friends. This year’s group shares their favorite moments:

News Briefly | 5.26.11

Editorial | Athletic program shows consistent quality

Thumbs | 5.26.11

News Briefly | 5.19.11