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A separate student death in 24-hour period shocks Western campus

By Eli Voorhies | October 10

The Bellingham community was stunned by the news of a student death in the Alma Clark dorms, following a devastating announcement earlier the same morning that a student had died from a fall at the Nash dorms. Given the concern that had stemmed from two deaths within such a short period of time, the university was quick to assure that there was no perceived threat to the campus community.

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WWU student dies from apparent fall at North campus dorm

By Eli Voorhies | October 10

A Western Washington University student died from a fall off of the Nash Hall dorms on the evening of Oct. 9, according to a statement released by the university the following morning.The incident is still under investigation by law enforcement; however, there is no suspicion of foul play.

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BRIEF: Pro-Palestine protest held in Red Square

By Austin Wright and Julia Hawkins | October 8

Students gathered in Red Square for a protest held by WWU Divest Apartheid on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 2 p.m., Many embraced each other, as they listened to speakers recite speeches, poems and information regarding the movement’s actions and calls for financial clarity against the Western Washington University administration. 

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Fall Info Fair enlivens the community

By Ayden Sweat | September 30

Dense crowds of students shuffled from table to table, meeting new faces and collecting goodies at the Fall Info Fair, hosted by Associated Students on Sept. 23 and 24. The annual event provides an opportunity for students to discover and engage with hundreds of organizations, on-and-off campus. 

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WWU’s desire paths

By Zen Hill | September 15

People want to get from point A to B in the quickest way but sometimes that path isn’t the one engineered by cities, or in this case, a university. Instead of taking the paved routes designed for foot traffic, we find shortcuts, cutting across lawns or hills to reach the destination quicker.

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Two sculptures swap places on WWU campus this summer

By Madi Tessem | August 31

Western Washington University's Old Main and Wilson Library lawn are inviting a new sculpture to the area. The Bigger Big Chair, created by David Ireland, will make the move from the woods of the Fairhaven dorms to its originally intended location near the heart of campus. 

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The importance of financial aid to Latine college students

By Liam Walsh | August 27

Latinx students in Washington face unique challenges in their journey through higher education, but organizations such as the League of United Latin American Citizens and the Washington Commission on Hispanic Affairs are fighting those challenges.

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Jiu jitsu and its community at WWU

By Ozzy Konez | July 29

The Wade King Student Recreation Center offers students guided fitness based classes through the X-Pass including martial arts. There is a $5 drop-in fee for one-time attendance to any X-pass class. For an 11-week pass, it’s $45 for unlimited access to classes.

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BRIEF: University Police officer’s employment terminated following alleged assault

By Morgan Merriam | July 17

University Police terminated the employment of officer Robert Anderson on Thursday, July 11, over allegations that he assaulted a suspect unaffiliated with Western Washington University trying to break into one of the arresting officer’s personal vehicles on Jan. 20.

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Q&A: New AS President, Malachi Phillips

By Mars Wetzbarger | June 16

Malachi Phillips won the AS President election out of the three candidates for the role. In his campaign, he discussed the issues of food insecurity, mental health and disability access at Western Washington University.

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WAWU’s operational student employees fight for recognition

By Bodey Mitchell and Austin Wright | June 14

The other side of WAWU is looking for voluntary recognition from Western to begin bargaining.

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WWU’s Outdoor Center balances risk with excitement while teaching wilderness ethics

By Bodey Mitchell | June 8

Western Washington University’s Outdoor Center emphasizes community, fun and safety while promoting environmental responsibility on trip excursions. 

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BRIEF: What’s new with the Underground Coffeehouse?

By Bodey Mitchell | June 6

Western's new dining service provider, Chartwells, looks to remodel the coffeehouse. Learn more about what is in store for the Underground, and what the Viking Union is doing to create new social spaces.

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Associated Students defunds Western’s Outback Farm

By Peyton Perdue | June 5

Since 2021, Western's Associated Students have been working to end their financial support of The Outback Farm. Now, The Outback is looking to the Department Related Activities Committee (DRAC) for funding.

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WWU Divest Apartheid Coalition shares details of its memorandum with Western

By Oren Roberts | May 31

Pro-Palestine organizers held a press conference on Thursday to talk about the memorandum of understanding they reached with Western. The memorandum establishes a set of principles for the university to follow going forward.

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New community closet at WWU is focused on sustainability

By Mars Wetzbarger | May 30

After writing grant proposals in a marketing class, two Western students were able to open a closet for free, used clothing. The closet also has a basic needs department, which provides new socks and underwear.

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Rescheduling of marijuana will lead to new research at WWU

By Liam Walsh | May 30

On May 1, the Drug Enforcement Administration rescheduled marijuana from a schedule one substance to a schedule three substance. Learn more about how this will broaden access to marijuana for scientific study.

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BRIEF: WWU reaches “historic” agreement with pro-Palestine encampment

By Oren Roberts | May 29

WWU reaches a “historic” agreement with the organizers of the pro-Palestine encampment on Wednesday.

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Contract details for WAWU's agreement with Western

By Bodey Mitchell , Austin Wright and Julia Hawkins | May 24

Student union explained their contract, when it takes effect and next steps in a town hall Thursday.

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Trash photography: Photos through a recycled lens

By Julia Hawkins | May 24

A recent exhibition in the Fine Arts Building made use of recycled materials for pinhole photography. Learn more about the process behind the photos and the importance of displaying student art.