A day in the life of Richard Rhodes Sr., Afghanistan War Veteran
A double Whopper with cheese and a large chocolate shake is what STLCC-Meramec student Richard Rhodes Sr. said he missed the most while serving four and a half years overseas.
The spring semester has officially kicked off and without hesitation teachers are piling on the readings, papers and projects. Overwhelmed yet? Though the homework may not get any easier and sleep may become unobtainable, one thing is certain: entertainment is on the horizon.
Movie Review
In the novel “Dear John,” Nicholas Sparks delivers another inspired story of love, life, and overcoming the odds. Unfortunately, director Lasse Hallstrom turned an effecting book about sacrifice, once-in-a-life love, and selflessness into a fairly predictable, throw-away romance.
Part-time teacher to help with Vancouver Olympics
During the week, she can be found in the buildings of STLCC-Meramec, teaching Introduction to Advertising and Oral Communications--but what she does outside of school gives her opportunities to travel all over the world.
This year's 5th annual Ice Carnival at the Delmar Loop provided a cure for cabin fever on Jan. 16, 2010, and for those who chose to embrace the cold, entertainment was complete with ice sculptures, games, slides, and fiery entertainment. From the Pageant to Cicero's, Delmar Street was filled with adults and kids of all ages who came to participate in icy festivities.
Follow the train tracks that cross Geyer Road to the old Kirkwood Train Station. The station is still in use and the trains still rolls by on occasion; it also serves as a small art gallery for local artists and is currently housing the works of Gary Gackstatter, the Instrumental Music teacher at STLCC-Meramec.
Controversy sells almost as well as sex, and James Cameron’s “Avatar” is just the latest movie franchise to capitalize on tumultuous reviews and papal protests.
Students at STLCC can experience more culture than the St. Louis area has to offer. In fact, many spend holiday breaks, summers and spring break weeks learning as part of STLCC’s class “Global Education Studies.” In October, Michael Fuller, professor of anthropology, organized a trip for students to travel to Greece. The Montage’s Kathyrn Pinkston shares her experiences on a recent trip with STLCC students, faculty and community members.
It certainly pays to read the posters on the campus bulletin boards. One day in September, I came upon an invitation to join an archeological tour of ancient Greece. Four weeks later I realized I was standing on top of the Akropolis, just feet away from the Parthenon itself.
A Day in the Life of Donna Halsband
Christmas is the season of giving. For one staff member at STLCC-Meramec, her season of giving continues year-round, except this Christmas.
When St. Louisians think of Forest Park, thoughts of the Muny and summer nights may often come to mind. However, Forest Park has a lot to offer in winter as well.
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