Kaitlyn Ward (she/her) is an opinion writer for The Front this quarter. She is a fourth-year news writing and editorial journalist minoring in psychology. When she’s not reporting, she loves singing and spontaneous road trips. You can reach her at kaitlynward.thefront@gmail.com.
Group projects: two words that can ruin a perfectly good syllabus. These assignments are often justified as a way to teach collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills. While they have long been a staple in college classrooms, many students say the reality doesn’t match the theory.
The first time someone snapped their fingers at me to get my attention, I was 17 years old and working at a Mexican restaurant. I’d been on my feet for six hours and had just apologized for the third time that day, for something that wasn’t my fault.
Once a frontier hub for trade and industry, this corner of Bellingham has transformed into a modern-day haven of history, culture and community. Today, I’d argue it’s the best part of town.
Trigger Warning: This news story contains content related to sexual assault, which may be distressing or upsetting to some readers. Please take care while reading.
As we bid farewell to K-Pop Chicken & Beer, a new restaurant shines in its place. Soho Asian Kitchen & Bar opened its doors on April 1, introducing something the city has been missing out on: authentic dim sum.
On February 12, 2025, the University Police Department (UPD) investigated two incidents of malicious mischief and burglary in Edens Hall North. An unknown individual pried open cabinets and drawers in the front desk area of the building. No items were reported missing.
At Western Washington University, students are diving into some of the most unique and unexpected classes in higher education. While many universities are known for offering the typical mix of courses in fields like history, biology and business, Western has become a university for students seeking to expand their horizons with something a little more unconventional.
On Feb. 1, President Donald Trump signed an order to impose a 25% border tax on most Canadian imports and a 10% import tax on Canadian oil, natural gas and electricity.
Editors note: Aidan Hollander's name was changed to Violet after publication and has aptly been changed in the story to accurately identify them.
In Bellingham, it rains almost 169 days out of the year. With the long, dark winters and frequent rain, the impact of the weather on mental health is significant.
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