Student death linked to controversial YAZ contraceptive
By Tom Benton
A Johnson State College student’s death has been linked to a controversial contraceptive pill. Rebecca Bapp, a member of JSC’s External Degree Program, died Nov. 12 from a blood clot in her heart. She was 21 years old..
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Nicaragua trip to focus on bringing clean water to El Limonal village
By Leisa Kelsey
The Clean Water Solutions trip to Nicaragua, organized by the JSC chapter of Break Away Alternative Spring Breaks, takes place Feb. 17- 25. The 12 participants, including two trip leaders, Vice President of the JSC chapter Samantha Flint and Jon Willson, and one supervisor, Director of Student Activities & Community Service Krista Swahn, plan to connect families living on the volcanic island of Ometepe to clean water.
Basement Medicine: Puzzled
Irene delays Lower Pond rehab
By Garan Wilson
Work on the rehabilitation of Lower Pond, initially projected for completion in November 2011, remains on hold, another complication related to the wake of Tropical Storm Irene.
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Civil rights advocate speaks in honor of Martin Luther King
By Mariah Howland
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, Jamie Williamson, a long-time civil rights activist from Massachusetts, spoke at JSC on Jan. 18, highlighting the need for increased civil rights awareness and action.
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