Western Washington University organizes many events to uplift those in the community during Autism and Neurodivergence Celebration Month. These events aim to bring awareness to the condition and support students in the neurodivergent and autism community.
On Monday, April 14, Western Washington University’s Facilities Development & Operations (FDO) implemented an emergency interim recycling plan following an assessment of the student-run Recycle Center’s six vehicles, five of which were deemed inoperable. Western’s existing trash and compost provider, Sanitary Service Company (SSC), will now provide recycling services.
With spring in bloom and Earth Day on the brain, the College of the Environment is hosting an Eco-anxiety Cafe Workshop series to discuss climate anxiety.
Earth Week 2025 is in full swing at Western Washington University, bringing a week of sustainability-focused programming centered on environmental justice, community engagement and climate consciousness.
On April 9, Western Washington University launched a new application portal for students to apply for financial aid and scholarships.
As springtime rolls into Bellingham, the town sees an uptick in community events and activities throughout the city, including the Bellingham Farmers Market, a weekly event featuring over a hundred booths of vendors, farmers and artisans.
Western Washington University’s Sam Carver Gymnasium building will host “Highly Consensual,” an event analyzing the crossroads between cannabis and consent. The event is taking place on Wednesday, April 16, from 4:30-6 p.m. in Carver room 104.
Western Washington University’s Viking Union Gallery will close fall quarter of 2025 and be repurposed to house the La Plaza Latine Student Center. This decision comes from Melynda Huskey, Vice President of Student Affairs at Western.
Rising housing costs and a limited job market are driving many Western Washington University graduates to seek employment outside of Bellingham. As the end of the academic year approaches, thousands of students will need to factor in where opportunity will lead them.
The idea for the Students for Ecological Restoration Club originated in spring 2024, when students Caleb Barville and his friend Bruce Cudkowicz realized Western Washington University didn’t have an ecological restoration club. With environmental science professor James Helfield as their faculty advisor, the club began hosting activities in the fall with Barville as director.
The first months of the Trump administration have brought uncertainty and complications to the National Institute of Health (NIH). A funding freeze, a communications freeze and overhead cost caps are among some of the challenges facing researchers at Western Washington University.
At Western Washington University, Associate Professor of Behavioral Neuroscience Josh Kaplan is working to unlock the science behind CBD and how it interacts with the brain.
Western Washington University student David Griffin won first place at the International Housewares Association’s (IHA) 32nd student design competition, winning $3,500.
A grasshopper was found in a student’s food in the Viking Commons at Western Washington University on Feb. 23, 2025.
In fall 2023, Western Washington University’s Learning, Environment, Action and Discovery (LEAD) restoration group began restoring a portion of Western’s forested north campus using the unique Miyawaki planting method.
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.
Editors note: This story has been edited to correct an error regarding Max Plante's previous school, Central Washington University, which was initially incorrectly identified as Eastern Washington University.
The Department of Ethnic Studies at Western Washington University is expanding its class offerings this spring.
At Western Washington University, each department has unique classrooms designed to cater to the specific needs of its students and professors. These spaces reflect the different ways students learn and interact with their respective disciplines.
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