The McHenry County College's literary arts magazine Voices has a soundcloud. Listen to some new music and support other students.

Serial is a podcast from the creators of This American Life, hosted by Sarah Koenig. Serial tells one story — a true story — over the course of a season.

Actors read short fiction

Painted rocks tutorials (Tip: When you've painted a few rocks, leave them around town for others to find and enjoy!

Did you ever ponder questions like "Is cereal soup?", "Did the past really happen?", and "Will we run out of names?", if so, Vsauce has an entertaining answer via video.

The School of Life is "dedicated to exploring the great questions of emotional and psychological life." Videos include categories for self, relationships, work, philosophy, great ideas, comedy, and more. Some examples of videos include "How to Panic a Little Less", "How to Find Fulfilling Work" , and "What if We Never Find True Love?".

(TED: Technology, Entertainment, and Design)

From the New York Times. Click on a question to read an essay and then be inspired to write your own. A great way to learn about yourself.

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Check out popular e-books with your MCC library card

View and read entire issues of current, popular magazines electronically with your myMCC username and password.

Island hop with Google Earth

Visit the Great Barrier Reef with David Attenborough

Pick a country and a tourist attraction. See Tulip Fields, the Taj Majal, Mt. Fuji, the Great Wall of China and many more.

Famous art museum in Paris. Home of the Mona Lisa.

Partnered with 2500 museums and galleries to offer virtual tours. Definitely something for every aesthetic.