The beans are back in town
By Kenna Peterson | November 28Students found more than just beans at the Food Insecurity Network's second quarterly Beans Bash.
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What does it take to be a Western tour guide?
By Aidan Hadley | November 25
WWU campaigns for change
By Hannah Quinton | November 25
Bellingham renters have had enough
By Jemma Alexander | November 21
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week at WWU
By Seddie LeBlanc | November 19More Western
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Salish Sea Studio under construction in Fairhaven building
By Seddie LeBlanc | November 19A new recording studio is under construction in the Fairhaven building on Western Washington University’s campus. Salish Sea Recording Studio is set to open its doors in May, Fairhaven Dean Caskey Russell said.
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BRIEF: A way to feel less alone when struggling with mental health
By Olivia Marty | November 19Each academic quarter, the Counseling and Wellness Center at Western Washington University holds a multitude of Therapy Groups, available to any student. This fall quarter, 11 different groups, including groups for anxiety and depression, are being offered.
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BRIEF: Current construction impacts wildlife in Sehome Hill Arboretum
By Olivia Marty | November 19Construction has been in progress on Western Washington University’s Kaiser Borsari Hall since March 2023. The new building is located by south campus behind the Communications Facility, right next to the Sehome Hill Arboretum.
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Alejandro Albright-Reveles: Western’s latest talent
By Neisha Gaskins | November 18Six months ago, Alejandro Albright-Reveles’ goals were to go to college to get his degree. But these days, he dreams of influencing the Bellingham music sphere.
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A foul smell in Fairhaven complex reveals concerning sewage leak
By Olivia Marty | November 18On Oct. 17, many residents in the Fairhaven dorms on Western Washington University's campus started to notice a foul smell. Many wondered about the origins of the smell and posted online to ask if anyone knew what it was.
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How to drop out of school and pursue your dreams
By Jemma Alexander | November 14One year ago, Eric Krings sat in the crowd at the Mt. Baker Film Fest, watching Jim Bob's Powder Production win the people's choice award for their film “Visual Appetite.”
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Black Gold: A photographer offers inspiration to Black youth
By Neisha Gaskins | November 14Black Gold is a series of photos and interviews created by Cameron Peagler to bring publicity to Black artists’ stories and promote study abroad opportunities for youth. Peagler teaches English in Japan while working as a photographer.
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The importance of honoring Native American history every day
By Olivia Marty | November 14The month of November was declared Native American Heritage Month in 1990. At Western Washington University, it is a time to recognize the history of the land that the university sits on and to uplift Native peoples’ voices.
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Should you jump in Fisher Fountain?
By Aidan Hadley | November 14Western Washington University’s Fisher Fountain, located in Red Square, is one of the many gathering spots on campus. For some, the fountain presents a unique opportunity to live up to the stereotypical “crazy college life.”
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Get to know the Black Student Union
By Neisha Gaskins | November 12Every Thursday afternoon, members of the Black Student Union gather for their club meeting. Up the stairs of the Viking Union, about 50 members meet in the Ethnic Student Center to discuss a variety of subjects surrounding the Black experience.
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Wait, where did the stairs go?
By Maria Kallerson | November 12Autumn leaves lined the brick pathway outside of the Communications Facility on Sept. 27, 2023 as Western Washington University students approached the glass doors, ready for their first week of classes to begin.
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Enhancing Western’s accessibility one project at a time
By Olivia Marty | November 12On July 24, 2023, construction began between Bond and Miller halls. This project was completed on Sept. 26, 2023, and resulted in the replacement of stairs with a new ramp for improved safety and accessibility.
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Outdoor Center hosts No Man's Land Film Festival
By Seddie LeBlanc | November 7Western Washington University’s Outdoor Center is hosting the No Man’s Land Film Festival on Nov. 8 in celebration of women and non-binary people in outdoor recreation.
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BRIEF: Shop handmade creations and support Bellingham artists
By Kiora Surratt | October 31Beaded and chainmail jewelry, crochet plushies, curated mix CDs and plants are just some of the goods you will find at Western Washington University’s Craft Fair on Thursday, Nov. 2.
