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SGA President Faces Allegations of Hate Speech

August 24, 2024

On Friday, July 26th Frank Scales received a letter stating he was under investigation for verbal abuse, harassment, and bullying at the Community College of Philadelphia (CCP).
On Kamala Harris and Calls for a Ceasefire

August 10, 2024

The Brookings Institute claims that Vice President Kamala Harris is walking a tightrope about Israel’s war against Gaza. She is supportive of Israel yet says that she is concerned about Israel’s gross mistreatment of Gazans. I argue…
Phishers Target CCP, ITS Nipped it in the Butt

August 9, 2024

On August 8th, the myccp.ccp.edu portal issued a warning notification to Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) students, faculty, and administrators about the threat of phishing scams. Phishing scams typically start with a scammer sending a flood of…
Where’s The Money? Student Life Budget at CCP

August 1, 2024

The Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) administration is facing a growing issue that is becoming harder to ignore: budget transparency… As students struggle to make sense of the college’s financial allocations, the lack of clarity surrounding budget…
Vision Zero, not speed cameras, is the solution to cars that kill cyclists

July 25, 2024

Barbara Friedes was severely injured in a bike accident, one of many in Philadelphia. Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposed speed cameras as a solution, but critics argue they could worsen the problem. Vision Zero, a safety-focused approach, has…
CCP Hosts Rebrand Unveiling and Block Party

April 10, 2024

The Community College of Philadelphia is set to unveil a new identity after nearly two decades. The rebranding, costing “several hundreds of thousands of dollars,” raises concerns about fund allocation. The new tagline, “Rise from Within,” and…
Ramadan Celebrated at CCP in 2024

April 9, 2024

Ramadan, the holiest month for Muslims, commemorates the revelation of the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad in 610 CE. This period of fasting, prayer, and reflection fosters empathy, compassion, and self-discipline. It culminates in Eid-ul Fitr. Muslims focus…
Local AFT 2026 Fights for CCP Employees

April 3, 2024

Labor unions, like Local AFT 2026, advocate for fair contracts and improved working conditions for faculty and staff at Community College of Philadelphia. Issues include salary freezes, reduced staffing, salary inequality, and support for students. The union…
Repressed Representation: Politics for Cynics

April 2, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) elections at Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) highlight low student engagement. Presidential candidate Frank Scales aims to improve student experience, focusing on nutrition and engagement. Opponent Thomas Haley prioritizes group collaboration and…