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Bellingham, Western’s historical response to health crises
A comprehensive overview from the 1918 Spanish flu to now Drummers, sailors and crowds of onlookers parade...Seeking workforce diversity, Bellingham School District creates new position
A new director role in the school district gives hope for equitable change. Illustration of a teacher...Two Bellingham residents receive Outstanding Graduate title
Ina LaGrandeur and Julie McElroy stood out in their studies at WWU By Shannon SteffensPost-apocalyptic movies: morbid fascination or healthy coping mechanism?
With the pandemic taking a toll on the country, people are resorting to more virtual ways of entertainment
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Staying healthy is essential right now, no matter the method
Many are turning to simple self-care practices in order to promote their own health. // Illustration by Julia VreemanFirst-generation graduates impacted by virtual commencement
By Cameron Sires Western students set to graduate in the winter and spring will experience their ceremonies virtually due...Artist creates ceramic breast vases with hopes to sell online
Some of Keeley Antoon’s Chi Chi vases that she began creating during COVID-19.// Photo courtesy of Keeley AntoonFlatstick Pub plans to introduce new Bellingham location this summer
Construction site of Flatstick Pub on State Street in Bellingham. // Photo By Aidan Gaffney
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Campus wildlife during the pandemic
With most public spaces closed due to COVID-19, wild animals have once again filled those spacesWant to change how much you pay on student loans?
By Kiana Doyle Student loans — the daunting subject that can strike fear in the heart of any college...First-generation graduates impacted by virtual commencement
By Cameron Sires Western students set to graduate in the winter and spring will experience their ceremonies virtually due...Study groups still happening despite remote learning
Illustration of people studying for finals. // Illustration by Emily Bishop By Emily Bishop
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Flatstick Pub plans to introduce new Bellingham location this summer
Construction site of Flatstick Pub on State Street in Bellingham. // Photo By Aidan GaffneyThousands gather for solidarity rally in Maritime Heritage Park
Demonstrators hold up signs while listening to speakers at Maritime Heritage Park// Photo by Claudia Cooper By...Whatcom County Council applied for Bellingham to be moved to Phase Two
Screenshot of virtual county council meeting held on June 1st 2020 By Courtney GullettHealthy helpers provide meals to low-income seniors
The Meals on Wheels logo is displayed on one of the vehicles that delivers food. // Photo by Georgia Costa
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COVID-19 restrictions on scuba divers
By Jason James There is one local certified scuba shop, Gone Diving, that must...4:02 mile runner transfers to Western
University of Washington track team hosts the Husky Classic at the Dempsey Center on Friday, February 14, 2020, in Seattle. //...Viking volleyball welcomes 2020 recruiting class
Western welcomes four new members to the women's volleyball team. // Photo courtesy of Western Athletics By Kevin...National qualifier Aliyah Dawkins reflects on breakthroughs and canceled championships
National qualifying track & field athlete Aliyah Dawkins was one of many student athletes to experience season cancellations due to COVID-19.//...
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Want to change how much you pay on student loans?
By Kiana Doyle Student loans — the daunting subject that can strike fear in the heart of any college...Study groups still happening despite remote learning
Illustration of people studying for finals. // Illustration by Emily Bishop By Emily BishopThousands gather for solidarity rally in Maritime Heritage Park
Demonstrators hold up signs while listening to speakers at Maritime Heritage Park// Photo by Claudia Cooper By...Western’s Off Campus Living group hosts weekly Q&A sessions
Off Campus Living hosts virtual Q&A meetings with various campus groups. // Graphic by Julia Burns. By...
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We should be supporting tattoo artists during the pandemic
Flash sheet by Rodney Smartlowit. // Photo courtesy of Rodney Smartlowit Opinion By Kaelin BellStimulus check criteria forgets about young adults
Illustration of a stimulus check. // Illustration by Emma Toscani Opinion By Payton GiftViking Voices: How has the stay-at-home order and the transition to online classes affected your study habits?
By Cameron Lautenslager Esmerelda Cuevas First-year A portrait of Ezzy Cuevas //...Fall quarter uncertainty affects registration decisions
A portrait of Raina Shaw // Courtesy of Raina Shaw By Emily Bishop How has...
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Local vigil, march for George Floyd draws hundreds, shows solidarity
By Olivia Hobson, Drew Jelinek and Kyle Tubbs A circle of listeners slowly gathered...Is now too early to reopen?
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Annika Fleming (left) and Maria Dalla Gasperina on a field trip with Western during their internship in 2017. // Photo courtesy...Thrifting at home becomes the new normal
The thrifting culture in Bellingham continues even in a global pandemic. Secondhand and vintage items are accessible online through various platforms...
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