LBCC’s Poet Laureate: Kiera Lynn

This year, Kiera Lynn has taken up the calling of encouraging poetry at Linn Benton Community College by assuming the position of Student Poet Laureate. Robin Havenick, LB instructor and poetry club adviser, was asked what made Lynn the candidate of choice for the position of poet laureate she … Continue reading →

Changing of the Guard at The Commuter

Sean Bassinger It’s hard to believe another year has passed at The Commuter and LBCC. We had ups, downs, and many well-needed discussions along the way. Overall, we experienced a solid school year. As for myself, it was quite the learning experience. As campus coverage increased, we saw … Continue reading →

Ham Radio: Hello? Anyone Out There?

If you’re lounging around the pool this summer or bored of watching TV and looking for something different to do this summer, check out ham radio Field Day. The Linn County Amateur Radio Emergency Services, (LCARES) group will be participating in this event sponsored by the American Radio Relay … Continue reading →

Mark Urista: LBCC Communication Instructor

Mark Urista is probably one of very few high school dropouts with a master’s degree, but he has the life experiences to make up for it. Urista, a southern California native who moved to Oregon just over three years ago, is a communication instructor at LBCC. LBCC wasn’t where Urista … Continue reading →

Diversity Day Incident Sparks Discussion

Diversity Day this year was a lovely event, filled with brilliant sunshine, ethnic dancers, and candy. But something happened that day which challenged the spirit of diversity, and caused people to question the true meaning of acceptance and freedom of speech. Many clubs and departments on … Continue reading →