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Black love, support and liberation in the Black Student Coalition space

By Anyssa Mahmoud | February 9

Artist Katana Sol is the visionary behind many stunning art pieces around Western Washington University’s campus. Her newest mural, “Eban,” was unveiled on Feb.1 in the Black Student Coalition space located in the Viking Union 504.  The name for Sol’s mural is inspired by West African designs called Adinkra symbols that represent different principles and values. 

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Western Symphony Orchestra to perform ‘E.T.’ score live alongside film screening

By Miles Tennant | February 9

Western Washington University’s symphony orchestra will perform live alongside a screening of Steven Spielberg’s 1982 film “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on Saturday, Feb. 25. 

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BRIEF: New parking spaces open on South College Drive

By Miles Tennant | February 8

After more than three months of construction, South College Drive has reopened to traffic in both directions. Access to the entrance of the C-lot from the road is also open, allowing traffic to enter the lot from the back. 

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Western students take on lobby day

By Ciarra Shaffer | February 5

Western Washington University student volunteers met with state legislators on Monday, Jan. 16, in Olympia to lobby for this year’s Associated Students’ legislative agenda.  

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Coping with climate anxiety by getting outdoors

By Jenna Millikan | February 4

Western’s Counseling and Wellness Center, in collaboration with the Outback Farm, is hosting an event on climate anxiety as part of its monthly Growing Wellness workshop. 

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Western remains energy efficient despite an unexpected rise in natural gas rates

By Ben Stainbrook | February 4

Natural gas supplied to Western Washington University through the Sumas Terminal experienced an unexpected rate increase in January going from $8.00/MMBtu (million British thermal units) to $45.25/MMBtu according to Amanda Cambre, the sustainability director at Western. 

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WWU Lost and Found hosts second-hand event

By Ava Boorn | February 4

Was that person wearing your lost sweater? Did a stranger just drink from your long-lost water bottle? With the return of Western’s Lost and Found sale, those thoughts are more likely to arise than you’d think.

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All you need to know about the AS Outdoor Center

By Miles Tennant | February 4

The Pacific Northwest has long been known for its natural features that lure the most adventurous people to clamber over mountain tops and ski down powdery slopes. However, the great outdoors can be a dangerous place, and those who lack experience may be daunted by all it has to offer. 

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Sunday scaries? You’re not alone!

By Emma Burrell | February 1

Picture this: It’s Sunday night, and the sun is just starting to set. Your mind and heart start racing as all the tasks you’ve been avoiding begin to cloud your mind. 

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Dressing professionally is more accessible with this on-campus resource

By Jenna Millikan | February 1

As workplaces return to operation in person, many students need a professional wardrobe for an influx of job fairs, interviews and internships. Tucked away on the second floor of Western Washington University’s Old Main is a room full of professional clothing ready to be used.

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Is it time to dim the lights on Western’s emergency call boxes?

By Miles Tennant | January 30

Emergency call boxes have served students on Western Washington University’s campus for decades. But in the age of technology and cell phones, have these call boxes finally run their course?

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2000s tech renaissance brings digital cameras to Western’s campus

By Aubrey Black | January 30

After years of upgrading from one iPhone to the next to get the highest-quality camera, grainy pictures now litter the Instagram feeds of those brave enough to venture to the junk drawer and retrieve their old digital camera.

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City & County

MLK Day: Celebration in action

By Riley Weeks | January 26

The Viking Commons brimmed with energy and noise as community members from across Whatcom County and beyond gathered together around a free breakfast to celebrate the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday. 

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The practice of healthy sexuality

By Ava Boorn | January 26

Turning the corner of the fourth floor of Western Washington University’s Viking Union on the night of Jan. 12, cheering, words of encouragement and music fill the hall outside room 464. Here, the burlesque club is learning the choreography for “Partition” by Beyonce. 

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Hunting pink snow

By Anyssa Mahmoud | January 26

You’ve heard of white snow, you’ve heard of yellow snow ... but have you heard of pink snow?  Outdoor enthusiasts are likely to come across this pink snow on Mount Baker during a late spring run down the mountain.

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The Importance of representation in reflection of LGBTQ+ romcom “Bros”

By Jase Picanso | January 23

This week, Western Washington University’s AS Productions and LGBTQ+ Western are working together to host a viewing of ‘‘Bros.” The event is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Viking Union. A discussion will be held after the viewing. 

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Food allergies make navigating the dining halls difficult

By Jenna Millikan | January 20

Many students rely on the dining halls at Western Washington University for meals while in school. However, students with food allergies can struggle to find accommodating options. When deciding where to eat, students with food allergies must consider ingredients, cross-contamination and whether there will be allergen-free options.

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New Western Gallery exhibit will soon be on display around campus

By Aubrey Black | January 20

On Thursday, Jan. 12, the Western Gallery held an opening reception for its new exhibit "Arbitrary Borders," which showcases both new artwork and pieces from the gallery’s permanent collection.  

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Letter from the editor: learning to do better

By Olivia Palmer | December 19

This quarter, The Front had a big wake-up call.  As fall editor-in-chief, I care a lot about both our publication and the community. That’s why in October, after The Front published a controversial guest opinion column about sexual assault, I knew we had to make a change. 

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GUEST SUBMISSION: Stepping into the light ⎯ a move toward wellness

By Olivia Palmer , Aria Nguyen and Emma Bjornsrud | December 19

When fourth-year student Izzy Liska walked through the doors of Western Washington University’s counseling center for the first time, she was overwhelmed with many different feelings. Most of all, she felt nervous.