Steadfast Commitment to Students in Uncertain Times

By President Stephanie Bulger, Guest Viewpoint  Large scale federal actions have undoubtedly caused unease across our campus. Tracking the changes as they come can feel daunting. What I wish to convey to you is Lane Community College’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities to all students in safe and welcoming learning environments. We stand…

LCC President Ramlakhan talks lockdown and Spring Gala

Since Covid hit in 2020 on-campus activities have slowed quite a bit. Three years later, the Student Government Association is hoping to bring back some life to campus this term. LCC’s Student Government Association President Nikhar Ramlakhan was elected in May of 2022 and started his term the following September. Ramlakhan shared with The Torch…

The Torch Interviews President Margaret Hamilton and Vice President Paul Jarrell

On Jan. 13, 2021, The Torch Editor-in-Chief Chandlor Henderson had a chance to sit with Lane Community College President Margaret Hamilton and Vice President Paul Jarrell. The main topic covered was Measure 20-306, which provided the school $121.5 million in bond money.  Henderson: How did you become the president of the school?  Hamilton: There’s a…