WCW: Ashley Graham
March 22, 2017
Filed under Social
As a curvy woman, of course, I'm crushin' on supermodel Ashley Graham. Yes, I said supermodel. IMG models, one of the biggest modeling industries in the world, signed Graham. Other notable supermodels under IMG include Kate Moss, Karlie Kloss, and Bella and Gigi Hadid. Graham has broken barriers...
Woman Crush: Michelle Obama
March 21, 2017
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The Advocate staff is counting down the last ten days of Women's History Month with our personal favorite ladies. Our top ten countdown begins with former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama. So, why is she my woman crush? As it's women's history month, it's unarguable that Obama has m...
Ways to Save Money in Your Time at MC
March 20, 2017
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As a broke college student, it’s no secret that not just earning, but saving money is hard to do when trying to get an education. It seems that everyone outside of your situation is giving the same, obvious advice, “Save your money!” But it’s really not that simple. However, you might be capable...
Distance Learning Etiquette: The DOs and DON’Ts of Taking an Online Course
March 9, 2017
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Nathan Zook awoke one morning to find a distance learning class discussion had spiraled out of control during the early hour of 3 a.m.; by this time, the dialogue had progressed to personal attack, leaving behind a documented instance of inappropriate classroom behavior, and several students who were...
Culture of Respect: Title IX’s work at Montgomery College
February 28, 2017
The Culture of Respect is an initiative of the Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA). This initiative's primary goal is to end sexual violence on college campuses by providing resources to combat the end of sexual violence on campus. Building a Culture of Respect is not the work...
MC alum Rion Amilcar Scott talks Insurrections at TP/SS
Amanda Yaya, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, News, Raptor Newscast, Social
To celebrate black history month, local author and MC alum Rion Amilcar Scott was invited to read excerpts from his new short story collection Insurrections at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus on February 16th. He discussed the passages as part of "The Legacy and the Burden of History" with Profes...
Poets Address the Ups and Downs of Black Womanhood Using Their Art
February 24, 2017
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With the discovery of the use of African American women for unethical medical testing and gynecology procedures, there is a fear that such practices are still around. Such was one the topics that came up in some of the readings by Dr. Bettina A. Judd. Judd read her work during a poetry reading held...
Humans of MC: Carlson Chimangha
Megan Thompson, Staff Writer
February 20, 2017
Filed under Humans of MC, Showcase
Carlson Chimangha wears a large dashiki and hat with “Cameroon” written on it. He is a Business major focusing on finance. To find passion in business, you should understand what you’re doing. Having spoken with Carlson, I realize that stretching yourself and solving your problems can take you...
Club Rush: Get involved, Change Your Future
February 16, 2017
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If you feel stuck in any area of your life, joining the right club could provide experiences to help break you out of your box. Every person has something unique and universal to offer to the group. On Wednesday, February 8th, the Office of Student Life held a Club Rush on campus. Do you like to...
Student Vlogs at MC
February 7, 2017
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A highly regarded aspect of Montgomery College is the multitude of outlets that promote student individuality through self-expression. One of these outlets is a facet of voices itself, called The MC Voices. The bloggers and vloggers of "MC Voices" share their journeys as college students by offe...
Dr. Laufe’s Transfer Guide for Freshmen & Sophmores
January 25, 2017
The fall semester has come to an end and the spring semester is just beginning. Students nationwide are plotting where they'll spend the next few years. In light of the new semester, here's a gift from the Dr. Lucy E. Laufe that may define your future. "It's never too soon to think about a transfer...
A Healthier You–7 Ways to Be an All Around Healthier Person
December 5, 2016
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Top 10 ways to stay healthy and have a healthy mindset during the winter season Plan your day—planning your day helps you stay organized while allowing you to still do that you need to make sure you need to get done. Working out—Just because summer is over you don't have to stop working out...
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