The Official Student News Site of Allen Community College

The Allen Flame
The Official Student News Site of Allen Community College

The Allen Flame
The Official Student News Site of Allen Community College

The Allen Flame
Review - The “Slaughter House”: A Bone Chilling Debut
Ariana Grande at the 2020 Grammys
Students Showcase Raw Talent In "The Pavilion"
Alejandra Ortega - Left / Claudia Zahhui - Right
What Is the Delta Variant And Why Are We Concerned About It?
Feature
An Interview With Allen's New President
An Interview With Allen’s New President
Rylie Olsen, Student Reporter • March 14, 2025

On February 26th, I met with the new president of the Allen Community College, Dr. Lyvier Leffler. Dr. Leffler has only been at Allen for a short...

The Rise of Legal Marijuana Sparks the Return of Old Stigmas
The Rise of Legal Marijuana Sparks the Return of Old Stigmas
February 28, 2025
Who Says Garbanzos Can’t Be a Cobbler?
November 12, 2024
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News
Brynn Walker, seen here holding her award for Technical Theatre.
Allen Theatre Student Wins Technical Theater Award
Gabriel Nunez, Student Reporter • April 21, 2025

Earlier this year, Allen Theater and Film student Brynn Walker won the Regional Award in Makeup Design after competing in the Kennedy Center...

Left to Right: John Masterson (former Allen president), Julie Ingles (financial aid specialist), Terri Fahnestock (communications instructor), Lyvier Leffler (current Allen president.
Allen Staff Receive League for Innovation Award
March 27, 2025
Casey Rowe holds up the Blaze Champion belt in celebration of his victory.
2024 Blaze Challenge Winner Named After Lengthy Event
December 3, 2024
College Life
Brynn Walker, seen here holding her award for Technical Theatre.
Allen Theatre Student Wins Technical Theater Award
Gabriel Nunez, Student Reporter • April 21, 2025

Earlier this year, Allen Theater and Film student Brynn Walker won the Regional Award in Makeup Design after competing in the Kennedy Center...

Casey Rowe holds up the Blaze Champion belt in celebration of his victory.
2024 Blaze Challenge Winner Named After Lengthy Event
December 3, 2024
The Votes Are In! Allen presents new student council Line-up for the 2024-25 school year
The Votes Are In! Allen presents new student council Line-up for the 2024-25 school year
September 30, 2024
From left to right: Nautianna Goforth, sophomore, Tiago Cortes, sophomore, Mariah Stackhouse, sophomore, Emily Ator, sophomore, Kylie Price, freshman, Austin Morris, sophomore and Trevor Pratt, freshman.
Allen’s Improv Club
May 2, 2024
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Sports
The Lady Devils Basketball Season Approaches
Gabriel Nunez, Student Reporter • October 31, 2024

After a few away game skirmishes, the Allen Community College’s Women’s Basketball team will play against Crowder College for its first home...

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Opinion
Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Riley Olsen, Student Reporter • February 24, 2025

Many college students view long distance relationships as a challenge that is not worth the price. Yet, while relationships that involve distance can be a frightening challenge,...

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Satire Pieces
Left: Nike's 2024 Olympic outfit. Right: Nike's proposed 2028 Olympic outfit.
After Backlash, Nike Showcases Their Future Olympic Innovations
Alyssa Winsler, Student Reporter • May 3, 2024

(Warning: This is a work of student satire and is meant for entertainment purposes only.) Everyone knows that track athletes require tight...

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Book Review: Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continue

Book Review: Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continue

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Graduation Parties: Is the Tassel Worth the Hassle?

Graduation Parties: Is the Tassel Worth the Hassle?

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A Privileged Life: What Americans Take for Granted

A Privileged Life: What Americans Take for Granted

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My roommates and I form a three-person pyramid yoga pose.

Deep Breath In, Exhale Out

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Holiday Movie Comparison: A Tale of Two Grinches

Holiday Movie Comparison: A Tale of Two Grinches