Sariana Arias | Writer Outside view of the Casa Guadalupe Center in Allentown. For more than 50 years, Casa Guadalupe Center (Casa) has been a source of support for Latino families living in Allentown. With a mission to promote economic empowerment, social mobility, and civic participation, Casa offers youth programs, food assistance, health resources, cultural and community activities, and senior services.  “Casa is a trusted, judgment-free place,”  Johanna Escalante, a loca

Chrystal Alonzo-Colon | Writer Elizabeth Burkit attends class at Lehigh Carbon Community College. Four-year universities often dominate college conversations, but students at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) chose a different starting point. While the reasons vary slightly, an overwhelming majority chose LCCC because of its affordability. “It's just cheaper here overall,” said Leland Dobson, a current LCCC student. “It made more sense financially.” Dobson said beginning

Luke Yencho | Writer Science Hall at LCCC will house new biotechnology labs and training facilities funded by a $5 million state grant. Students attending Lehigh Carbon Community College will soon have new career opportunities closer than ever.  LCCC recently received a $5 million grant from the state of Pennsylvania to renovate its Science Hall and launch new biotechnology programs. This is to be aligned with the arrival of Eli Lilly and the company’s planned $3.5 billion ph

Delaine Popa Nina | Writer  William Aguirre and Elaine Nguyen, President and Vice President of the ASU club. Lunar New Year is a holiday that is celebrated by many Asian countries, marking the beginning of the new year in the lunisolar calendar. The Asian Student Union (ASU) club at Moravian University launched its annual Lunar New Year event on Feb. 19, bringing together students from diverse backgrounds to learn about the holiday’s traditions through a cultural presentation

Ava Bortz | Writer The class of '25 and '26 Honors Cohort taken by Jill Yapsuga. The Honors Program at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is filled with experiences and opportunities that students can take part in and benefit from throughout the semester, providing them with better transfer prospects and a lifelong community. The program was started in 2004, and according to LCCC’s website, it offers “a full scholarship, rigorous coursework, small class size, preparation

Valentina Yucra | Writer Entrance of the Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest During October, hospitals across the Lehigh Valley light up their buildings in pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest and St. Luke's University Hospital–Bethlehem Campus show their support with pink decorations and events. In recognition of this devastating, horrible illness, local hospitals shine pink lights to represent hope, strength, and early detection.  In r

Analesa Continenza | Writer "What Were You Wearing Art Exhibit" On October 9, 2025, the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit opened for the first time at Lehigh Carbon Community College. The event was held in the school’s art gallery and was a collaboration between LCCC and the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley. The gallery was set up with clothing items displayed against blank wall canvases. Each outfit was paired with a short profile sharing the age and story of a sexu

Writer | Matthew Blazofsky Every Thanksgiving morning, thousands of fans gather at Fisher Stadium on the campus of Lafayette College in Easton, Pa., for one of the most influential  high school football rivalries in the nation. Separated only by the Delaware River, Easton Area High School in Easton, Pa., and Philipsburgh High School in Philipsburg, N.J., have faced off on the gridiron since 1905. The game has not only impacted the players on the field but also alumni and comm

Shi Weinhold | Writer WXLV logo drawn by students - Photo Credit : CJ Jenson Tucked away in a small corner of LCCC’s main campus sits a building with a glimmery, red sign that draws students to the WXLV Digital Media and Design Lab each day. Here, students gather to catch up on their studies, create one-of-a-kind media projects, and build lasting relationships.  “We really see this as a community space for students to gather,” said Wendy Barron, Professor and Coordinator of M

Camden Hutson | Writer A safe space for students to talk, reflect, and find the support they might need Balancing college life with school, work, and personal responsibilities can be challenging and often leads to high levels of stress that can become difficult to manage. That’s where Lehigh Carbon Community College’s Counseling Center can aid in helping students with the guidance and support they need to navigate life’s challenges.  The LCCC Counseling Center offers free and