By Mallory Biggar Sfcc.mallory.biggar@gmail.com Playing organized sports is proven to make people more physiologically healthy, but it also builds character, and prepares participants for life […]
Spokane Chiefs: More Than Just Hockey
For decades, the Spokane Chiefs have been part of Spokane’s local identity, connecting families, youth hockey programs and small businesses across the city. As members of the Western Hockey League, the Spokane Chiefs bring players from across North America, but the organization’s work extends beyond the game. Through youth programs, school partnerships and local outreach, the Chiefs’ association emphasizes community involvement and the lives of players as much as competition. Jake Toporowski, former player of the Chiefs from 2014-2017 and now assistant coach, talked about his time playing and how it led to his current position. “When I was playing junior hockey, it was some of the best years of my life,” Toporowski said. “Just from the guys you play…
Reclaiming Ancestral Knowledge One Doula at a Time
The Həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice staff say that childbirth is…
Future Artists in the Present
From Sasha Barrett's ceramic drones to David Harper Clemons’ metal…
The Riverkeepers and the River
The Spokane River has been the heart and lifeblood of…
Jerry O’Neal to retire after 45 years at SFCC
After teaching at SFCC since 1968, Anthropology instructor Jerry O’Neal…
Where does anthropology go? A glimpse through the process of Spokane’s overlooked nonprofits.
While Spokane’s major charities often dominate the spotlight, a network…
Pitcher Appointed As Interim President
SFCC has appointed Darren Pitcher as the school's new interim…
Facing consequences of consumption
By Margaret Myhre Sfcc.Margaret.Myhre@gmail.com The human species seems to be…
Students volunteer, earn college credits
Since 1998, SFCC has incorporated academic service learning in…
Harmful effects of a Sugar Diet
By Jeremy Logan, Sfcc.Jeremy.Logan@gmail.com Beyond the waistline and into the hearts of Americans everywhere, added sugars have found themselves in nearly everything we eat. According […]
Mens basketball: finish strong
By Isaac Gonzalez Sfcc.isaac.gonzalez@gmail.com The Men’s Basketball Team has just finished pre season play and is looking forward to NWAACC league play. The team is confident […]
Web Exclusive: Three volunteer opportunities in Spokane
By Cassie Russell, sfcc.cassie.russel@gmail.com There are many organizations in Spokane that people can volunteer with to help others in the community. Here is a list of […]