Importance of cybersecurity exemplified after data breach exposed information from over 1 million Washingtonians
By Georgia Costa
A major data breach in Washington state led to...
Washington state announces its plan to vaccinate upwards of 80% of K-12 school employees
By Silvia Leija
State Education Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced a new partnership...
COVID-19 vaccines must be administered in a timely manner
By Adela Cruz
Whatcom County vaccination centers try to avoid wasting COVID-19 vaccines by communicating guidelines with...
Allen is the second in her position to sue the university in recent years
By Lauren Gallup
At Western Washington University, the desk of the director...
Feb. 11 webinar on decolonizing veganism prompts questions about diversity, accessibility to healthy food
By Olivia Palmer
For Destiny DeJesus, food is political.
That was just one...
Hillel of Western Washington University to host outdoor Purim event Sunday, Feb. 28
By Olivia Palmer
Amid the pandemic, students of Hillel of Western Washington University...
The city’s transportation improvements focus on all commuter types and provides safe access for everyone
By Sophia Struna
Laura Henkel often finds herself wary of tinted...
Twitch mimics much-missed social interactions with live chats, direct engagement with streamers
By Cole Mumper
Ethan Harris had a Twitch account for years, but it wasn’t...
Feb. 11 webinar on decolonizing veganism prompts questions about diversity, accessibility to healthy food
By Olivia Palmer
For Destiny DeJesus, food is political.
That was just one...
Students looking to discuss mental well-being, coping skills, de-stressing may benefit from this weekly event
By Belle Wright
Western Washington University’s Counseling, Health, and Wellness Services...
Players, coaches excited to get back to competitive play
By Nathan Schumock
The Great Northwest Athletic Conference, the athletic conference in which Western Washington University competes,...
EdAbroadCon! invites students, staff to learn more about study abroad opportunities, resources
By Adriannah Roman
Thinking about studying abroad? Western Washington University has expanded access to...
Officials “concerned but not alarmed” about new variant found in Whatcom County resident, as King County announces detection of different new variant first detected...
Activists denounce city’s handling of housing crisis; call for no-barrier shelter, amnesty for detained protesters
By Faith Owens
A group of about 70 people gathered the...
State law mandated cleanup on two sites along Bellingham Bay in development, city turning into community space
By Sophia Struna
Watching a bright sunset disappear over...
Washington state announces its plan to vaccinate upwards of 80% of K-12 school employees
By Silvia Leija
State Education Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced a new partnership...
Players, coaches excited to get back to competitive play
By Nathan Schumock
The Great Northwest Athletic Conference, the athletic conference in which Western Washington University competes,...
Lack of reservation system creates long lines, COVID-19 concerns
UPDATE: The Mount Baker Ski Area media team did not respond to interview requests prior to...
Dani Bailey has made strong impressions on teammates and coaches alike
By Nathan Schumock
Dani Bailey, once the only girl on her high school golf team,...
Students looking to discuss mental well-being, coping skills, de-stressing may benefit from this weekly event
By Belle Wright
Western Washington University’s Counseling, Health, and Wellness Services...
Hillel of Western Washington University to host outdoor Purim event Sunday, Feb. 28
By Olivia Palmer
Amid the pandemic, students of Hillel of Western Washington University...
Student fees will see reduction of $47.79 for spring quarter
By Sophia Pappalau
On Feb. 12, Western Washington University’s Board of Trustees approved action items concerning...
Twitch mimics much-missed social interactions with live chats, direct engagement with streamers
By Cole Mumper
Ethan Harris had a Twitch account for years, but it wasn’t...
Is Western ready to reopen come fall — or is the university just trying to boost enrollment?
By Lauren Gallup
The challenges of online learning have...
MLM companies prey on women looking for a side hustle
By Natalie Vinh
Ever had a friend suddenly start a business selling cosmetics? Chances are they...
Recent controversy surrounding the Robinhood app is justified, but has also revealed wrongdoings within its users
By Finn Calvert
If someone told you 2021 would start...
The time is now to prioritize hiring professors of color
By Lauren Gallup
One of the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics is to “boldly...
By Olivia Hobson, Drew Jelinek and Kyle Tubbs
A circle of listeners slowly gathered around Vernon Johnson outside the Bellingham Public Library on Friday, May...
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By Kyle Tubbs
After weeks of lockdowns all over the United States, some states are starting to lift restrictions,...
By Katya McMullen
Two Western alumni living in Bellingham created a podcast about the city during the COVID-19 pandemic
titled The City of Subdued Podcast
The...
By Bella Coronado
As a result of the temporary closures of big donation stores like Value Village and Goodwill, people who are passionate about thrifting...
Western hosts informative virtual meeting about Mars Perseverance Project
By Adriannah Roman
Western Washington University staff and students' fingerprints are now on Mars, following the landing...
Student-led program provides Western students with free recycled dorm necessities, increasing sustainability and decreasing waste
By Hannah Cross
Western Washington University students struggling to find new...
Students seeking careers in education and health may find new connections at virtual fair Feb. 18
By Belle Wright
Western Washington University’s Career Services Center is...
Four-year universities in Washington state have never implemented marijuana related education until now
By Belle Wright and Gaia Crans
On Jan. 28, Western Washington University announced...
Racial Equity Core Committee will seek equitable systems of change within AS government and community
By Henrik Butz
The creation of the Racial Equity Core Committee...
The Outback Farm works to meet student food needs in a sustainable way at Western Washington University
By Winnie Killingsworth
Welcome to The Outback.
For some, this...
School isn't only cost in students' complex financial situations: many more pieces to the puzzle
By Lauryn Haywood
The COVID-19 pandemic has put an immense financial...
Allen is the second in her position to sue the university in recent years
By Lauren Gallup
At Western Washington University, the desk of the director...
Western invited fifth graders from Whatcom and Skagit County school districts to participate in a virtual college week event
By Adriannah Roman
With the transition to...
Students divided on if spring or fall elections are most ideal for current and transfer students
By Alison Ward
Current Western Washington University students will now...