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Opinion

OPINION: Using the R-word is so 2008

In the early 2000s, it was commonplace to hear the R-word used in media and in casual conversation. Usually intended to insult someone’s intelligence or physical capabilities, it was hurled around without regard for others. 





Western


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The Ethnic Student Center struggles as it meets its 35th anniversary

Officially established in 1991, Western Washington University’s Ethnic Student Center has spent over three decades being a safe space for BIPOC students and clubs, but budget cuts are straining the center. Since its inception, the ESC has worked alongside the Office of Multicultural Student Services to provide room for students to study, curate and run events, and provide resources to clubs.


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The NASU Spring Powwow opens its doors once again for 2026

Western Washington University’s Native American Student Union put on its annual Spring Powwow at Sam Carver Gym on May 15 and 16. This year's powwow coincided with the opening of the Lhaq'temish-ew'xw e tse XwLemi' – House of Healing, as well as other powwows happening in the area. 




Local News



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Logging expands in Whatcom County at the forefront of fire season

A new contract with the City of Bellingham will allow Janicki Logging and Construction (JLC), a Sedro-Woolley-based timber farming company, to log 80 new acres of land in a protected area of the Lake Whatcom watershed on Galbraith Mountain. 20% of the revenue generated will go back to the city for maintaining logging roads.




Sports Recreation


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The grind never stops

Collegiate sports are a commitment for student athletes, but the devotion to the sport doesn’t end with the regular season. The offseason is important to athlete success and overall skill work as well. No matter the sport, collegiate athletics require a big commitment of time and effort.





Opinion



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OPINION: The rise in popularity of analog music

Since the beginning of the digital age, which began in the early 1970s and grew quickly from there, physical media has been used less and less. The introduction of the internet and mobile technology has made practically every form of media available all on one device, yet – in recent years – analog media has had a revival, particularly in the music industry.


Thrifting

OPINION: Know your limit when buying secondhand

Thrifting has been around for over 150 years, at least the modern idea of it. The Salvation Army launched its ‘Salvation Brigade’ in 1897 to gather used items and sell them to those in need. Since then, secondhand buying has grown immensely, becoming extremely popular and almost trendy in the age of social media. However, thrifting, which was originally advertised as a sustainable and affordable way to get necessities, has now become a new form of consumerism. 


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OPINION: Go out of your way to support women in film

Women have always been underrepresented in film. Since 1929, only five women directors have been nominated for the Academy Award for best director, according to a study done in 2020. While representation has increased since then, the number of women directors is shockingly inferior to that of male directors, continuing the cycle of women being under-recognized. 

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