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Western’s Outdoor Center providing what they can for students
During the summer, Crandall said he worked on transitioning the Outdoor Center’s Western Outdoor Orientation Trips to an online format.Alum’s award-winning play performed over livestream by theatre arts department
The play, “how to clean your room (and remember all your trauma),” was written by Western alum J. ChavezFor LGBTQ+ students, help comes at an important time
From housing to virtual lectures, student and faculty-led programming takes a new face in the 2020 school year.The Social Justice and Equity Committee will oversee faculty anti-racism training for winter 2021
Western Faculty Senate planned its first steps on Black Student Organization demands. Western’s Faculty Senate discussed...
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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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Western faces rise in deferred enrollment
COVID-19 causing students to question the value of online education. A photo of Red Square taken during...Western’s Outdoor Center providing what they can for students
During the summer, Crandall said he worked on transitioning the Outdoor Center’s Western Outdoor Orientation Trips to an online format.Alum’s award-winning play performed over livestream by theatre arts department
The play, “how to clean your room (and remember all your trauma),” was written by Western alum J. ChavezFor LGBTQ+ students, help comes at an important time
From housing to virtual lectures, student and faculty-led programming takes a new face in the 2020 school year.
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Winter months pose risks for public health, business in Washington
COVID-19 cases expected to rise. A graph that depicts the current rise in COVID-19...Local artist finds joy in creating environmentally conscious art
Owner of ReImagined gives new life to otherwise disregarded materials. Two handmade fish by Jennifer Parker...Storia Cucina: Italian dining with a story
Owner and chef Jonathan Sutton tells tales of local food through his recipes. A mural on the wall...Crowded parks become closed parks
Outdoor pros offer safety tips for visiting Washington state parks during COVID-19. American Alpine Institute...
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Best sports memories from notable Bellingham figures
Stanford’s David Shaw, others recall favorite Bellingham moments. WWU’s 1996 coaching staff which included Shaw...WWU Intramurals hosting esports leagues fall quarter
With in-person intramurals still on hold, WWU Intramurals offers free-to-play esports instead. Two PS4 controllers //...Experiences in Germany eased transition to Western for Georg Cholewa
Background of the senior’s past in playing soccer and how it translated to the collegiate level in the states.Ski to sea tradition broken after 46 straight years
Kyra Yanny, a cross country ski racer for the team "IM NOT TIRED" competes in the first leg of Ski to...
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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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Fines aren’t fine: Why libraries are long overdue for a change
Overdue fees stop the people who need the library the most from using it. A stack...What do you want to know about local and state elections?
Ballot Drop Box, Exterior Rec Center As Election Day approaches, having up-to-date information about elections is increasingly important....Muting mics not the solution to disruptive debates
The discussion over muting microphones affected the Washington gubernatorial debate. Picture of two microphones. // Photo by...Time to add the “A” to LGBTQ+ Western
Club logo for Western Aces and Aeros. // Design by Anna Russon Western Aces and Aeros meets...
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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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Dreaming of the Beat
A house on Indian street vibrates with a deep bass and shakes with the sway of a dancing crowd late Saturday night. Temperatures rise as the crowd jumps to the beat and chants, “Lucid Dreamz!”
Behind an illuminated laptop, with headphones around his neck stands DJ Lucid Dreamz. Music blasts from the speakers.
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