To some, millennials are depicted as overly sensitive, politically-correct, and anything but tough.  As the country’s demographics become more complex and diverse, certain classrooms have become debate arenas, while others remain devoid of challenging discussion. Consequently, teachers are faced with the choice to either encourage more controversial, passionate discussions, orRead More

DMACC is celebrating 50 years of educating in 2016.  It has a history growing from a vocational learning center to the community college it is today. According to the DMACC website, “DMACC has become Iowa’s largest, most diverse community college, serving more than 70,000 credit and noncredit students annually throughoutRead More

During the Fall 2015 semester there were 17 car accidents reported to school security officers that involved students in and around the DMACC Ankeny campus. In 2016, there have been three., one  of which was an accident involving Professor Lisa Ossian. On February 11, 2016 at 9:30 a.m., Ossian wasRead More

A prominent speaker with a storied past and lifetime of experiences came to tell his tale to the students of DMACC campus Wednesday, Feb. 24 in the Building 6 auditorium. Frank Meeink unraveled his life story of neglectful parents, finding comfort in the arms of a white supremacy group, befriendingRead More

For most women, makeup is an essential part to having a perfect day. When your makeup looks good, you feel good!  You are a confident and productive force to be reckoned with and the entire world is at your mercy! But unless you are Kate Upton, no one is payingRead More

I saw “Deadpool” because I heard great things about it, however I left with mixed feelings. It was edgy and a break from normal super hero movies, but edgy meant it includes excessive violence. There were times when I hid my face so I could avoid what was on theRead More

Violence is just a source for relief and a moment of catharsis. Recent movies have used gore and raunchy violence to boost up the content of their films. For example, many are complaining about Marvel’s recent comic book live action “Deadpool,” which brought in tons of money the opening weekend.Read More

As a non-traditional student I have experienced the business world after college which most college students haven’t. I went to Iowa State from 1990-1994 and graduated with a degree in business. Upon graduation I went into the business world for five years before taking a part-time job which I turnedRead More