Nathan Barber is in his third year at Western and will be majoring in Visual Journalism. He’s an avid kitty cat enthusiast. You can usually find him either on Mount Baker during the weekends, or at the skate park in downtown Bellingham during the week. Reach him at nathanbarber.thefront@gmail.com.
The landscape of collegiate sports has seen many changes in recent history. Allowing student athletes to make money off their name, image and likeness might be the biggest change. It’s a policy that was written in 2021, but pushed through legislation in January.
Vikings made program history, shattering the record book in multiple categories.
The Brain Bowl x Mt. Baker Sesh Up ran from May 6-12, featuring hand-built ramps and bowls. The event was totally free and open to participants of all skill levels.
Bellingham's Parks and Recreation department applies for a $500,000 grant to turn an unused area in the Birchwood neighborhood into Storybrook Park. Learn more about the proposed park and its plans for fruition.
A surprise invitation to the CRAA Club 7's Championships led to a historic win for the Vikings. Learn more about how the team persevered through several close games.
Community leaders look to give back to the next generation of skaters with a new park and continued support for local skate shops.
Solutions by The State News
