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Multi-factor authentication becomes required for Western Washington University accounts

By Ben Stainbrook | February 14

Multi-factor authentication became a requirement for Western Washington University accounts on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Often referred to as MFA, multi-factor authentication requires users to confirm their identity through multiple methods when signing in to an online account, protecting it from online scams or attempts to steal personal information.

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Have you “herd” about COW?

By Emma Burrell | February 13

When fourth-year student Shawn Constant joined the Comedians of Western club in 2019, he originally thought it was to watch stand-up comedy. When he realized it was a performance club, he decided to give it a shot anyway.

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Western Academic Workers United work to pass legislation

By Ciarra Shaffer | February 12

On Dec. 2, 2022, Western Academic Workers United filed for recognition with the Washington State Public Employment Relations Commission and delivered a letter requesting recognition as a union and to begin bargaining with Western.

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Western’s Special Collections lets you travel through time

By Ben Stainbrook | February 10

Special Collections at Western Washington University in Bellingham is a gateway into the ancient world. Located on the sixth floor of the Wilson Library, this immense archive features medieval texts, photographs, pieces of art and artifacts.

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Club Spotlight: High Intensity

By Aubrey Black | February 10

Whether you’re a bonafide fan, casual listener or completely uninterested, there’s no denying the explosion K-Pop has had in the past decade. Groups like BTS and Blackpink have garnered fans all over the world, and Bellingham is no exception.

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Western’s modern chair collection on display in the VU Gallery

By Aubrey Black | February 10

Out from the depths of Western Washington University’s storage space comes the Western modern chair collection. Co-curated by Carson McCully and L.E. Delzer, “You Should Sit Down For This” is on display in the Viking Union Gallery until Feb. 16.

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'Love the Environment' art sale coming to WWU

By Aubrey Black | February 9

It’s that time of year. Life gets in the way, time runs out and you’re forced to make a last-minute stop at the convenience store to pick up cheap chocolates and mass-produced cards for the special people in your life.

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Black love, support and liberation in the Black Student Coalition space

By Anyssa Mahmoud | February 9

Artist Katana Sol is the visionary behind many stunning art pieces around Western Washington University’s campus. Her newest mural, “Eban,” was unveiled on Feb.1 in the Black Student Coalition space located in the Viking Union 504. The name for Sol’s mural is inspired by West African designs called Adinkra symbols that represent different principles and values.

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Western Symphony Orchestra to perform ‘E.T.’ score live alongside film screening

By Miles Tennant | February 9

Western Washington University’s symphony orchestra will perform live alongside a screening of Steven Spielberg’s 1982 film “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on Saturday, Feb. 25.

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BRIEF: New parking spaces open on South College Drive

By Miles Tennant | February 8

After more than three months of construction, South College Drive has reopened to traffic in both directions. Access to the entrance of the C-lot from the road is also open, allowing traffic to enter the lot from the back.

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Western students take on lobby day

By Ciarra Shaffer | February 5

Western Washington University student volunteers met with state legislators on Monday, Jan. 16, in Olympia to lobby for this year’s Associated Students’ legislative agenda.

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Coping with climate anxiety by getting outdoors

By Jenna Millikan | February 4

Western’s Counseling and Wellness Center, in collaboration with the Outback Farm, is hosting an event on climate anxiety as part of its monthly Growing Wellness workshop.

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Western remains energy efficient despite an unexpected rise in natural gas rates

By Ben Stainbrook | February 4

Natural gas supplied to Western Washington University through the Sumas Terminal experienced an unexpected rate increase in January going from $8.00/MMBtu (million British thermal units) to $45.25/MMBtu according to Amanda Cambre, the sustainability director at Western.

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WWU Lost and Found hosts second-hand event

By Ava Boorn | February 4

Was that person wearing your lost sweater? Did a stranger just drink from your long-lost water bottle? With the return of Western’s Lost and Found sale, those thoughts are more likely to arise than you’d think.

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All you need to know about the AS Outdoor Center

By Miles Tennant | February 4

The Pacific Northwest has long been known for its natural features that lure the most adventurous people to clamber over mountain tops and ski down powdery slopes. However, the great outdoors can be a dangerous place, and those who lack experience may be daunted by all it has to offer.

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Sunday scaries? You’re not alone!

By Emma Burrell | February 1

Picture this: It’s Sunday night, and the sun is just starting to set. Your mind and heart start racing as all the tasks you’ve been avoiding begin to cloud your mind.

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Dressing professionally is more accessible with this on-campus resource

By Jenna Millikan | February 1

As workplaces return to operation in person, many students need a professional wardrobe for an influx of job fairs, interviews and internships. Tucked away on the second floor of Western Washington University’s Old Main is a room full of professional clothing ready to be used.

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Is it time to dim the lights on Western’s emergency call boxes?

By Miles Tennant | January 30

Emergency call boxes have served students on Western Washington University’s campus for decades. But in the age of technology and cell phones, have these call boxes finally run their course?

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2000s tech renaissance brings digital cameras to Western’s campus

By Aubrey Black | January 30

After years of upgrading from one iPhone to the next to get the highest-quality camera, grainy pictures now litter the Instagram feeds of those brave enough to venture to the junk drawer and retrieve their old digital camera.

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MLK Day: Celebration in action

By Riley Weeks | January 26

The Viking Commons brimmed with energy and noise as community members from across Whatcom County and beyond gathered together around a free breakfast to celebrate the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday.

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