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Self Care Suggestions

Written by: Jude Bokovoy

Self-care can mean a variety of things to any given person. At its core, self-care is taking time to work on oneself. Whether it’s self improvement, unwinding or picking up the pieces of an emotional week, self-care is always there to help. Here are some things to add to one’s agenda recommended by fellow Western students: 

Activities

  • Drinking tea
  • Napping
  • Reading
  • Making an iced coffee
  • Doing daily skincare routine
  • Working out
  • Worship
  • Relax while listening to music
  • Time with pets
  • Paint night 
  • Meditation
  • Everything showers
  • Cleaning room

Products

  • Guasha-ing using  “The Ordinary” face oil
  • Face masks
  • Exfoliating cleanser 
  • Glow recipe Watermelon glow Niacinamide dew drops
  • Paula’s Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant
  • Ice roller
  • “Aquaphor”
  • Truly Black Jelly body serum
  • “Good Molecules” Hyaluronic acid serum
  • “Good Molecules” Hyperpigmentation serum
  • Hydrating under eye masks
  • Neutrogena oil free moisturizer
  • Fuzzy bow robe headband 

Books

  • “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho is about a young Andalusian shepherd who is longing to search the Earth for the most magical treasure anyone has ever discovered. While traveling in Egypt, he finds himself face to face with the alchemist. 
  • “All the Light we Cannot See” byAnthony Doerr is set in France during World War II. A blind French girl and German boy spend time together during the travesty. 
  • “Love Hypothesis” by Ali Hazelwood introduces two scientists who enter a fake relationship to study love but end up falling for each other, thus altering their experiment. 
  • “Things I Never Got Over” by Lucy Score follows a middle aged woman whose life is falling apart after running away from the altar. 
  • “It Ends with Us” by Colleen Hoover is about a young woman named Lily who meets a surgeon that appears to be the man of her dreams. 
  • “It Starts with Us” by Colleen Hoover shows the main character Lily and her young love Atlas trying to restart their relationship as adults. 
  • “Daisy Jones and the Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid is about the popular (genre) band and their 60’s inexplicable breakup from the lead singer’s point of view.
  • “Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid tells the story of a family’s decision of what to take and leave from the people who made them. 
  • “The Inheritance Games” by Jennifer Lynn Barnes depicts a teenage girl that mysteriously inherits most of a multi-billionaire’s wealth and property without having any correspondence with the billionaire’s family.
  • “You are a Badass” by Jen Sincero guides one through how to live life to the fullest.
  • “Archer’s Voice” by Mia Sheridan is about a woman trapped in a horrific memory, but her true love proves to be the key to her own freedom.
  • “Atomic Habits” by James Clear guides one through how to change habits and make each day a little bit better. 
  • “It Happened One Summer” by Tessa Bailey is about a young woman whose mistakes land her in her hometown in the summer. 
  • “Three Women” by Lisa Taddeo is a long term study on three women regarding their relationships, coupling and desires. 
  • “Everything I know about Love” by Dolly Alderton is a memoir dedicated to navigating her early twenties.
  • “The Charm Offensive” by Alison Cochrun introduces Charles Winslaw after leaving his tech company. Winslaw tries to eradicate his image by becoming a contestant on a bachelor-esque dating show. 

Contact the author at howllifestyle@mail.wou.edu

Beautiful Board

Written by: Jude Bokovoy

Creating a personalized vision board is the perfect way to get a sense of what is truly important and explore what one’s goals are. Plus, it can be a great way to have a relaxing time making the masterpiece to display. The board can consist of yearly goals, futuristic goals or the curation of  one’s overall lifestyle. There are many routes to take when laying out one’s board. Here are some suggestions to get started.

Routine — What are some things that would help life be more motivating and organized? Whatever that may be, glue it down. Examples may include a skincare routine, using a planner or making one’s bed. 

Dream pet — Who doesn’t have their ideal pet ingrained in their head?

Trips — There are so many places to go around this beautiful planet, where would one like to start? Adventuring just around the corner, simply going home for a weekend or a special place on the bucket list are all good options.

Affirmations — Be kind to oneself. Even just a few words of encouragement can work wonders when received each day while looking over one’s board.

Little things that make one happy — Whatever that may be, make sure to include it. Flowers, iced coffee or butterflies — there are no limits. 

Fashion — Everyone has some clothing items they wished were in their closet. One could go that particular route or select pictures of a certain style to include within their board. 

Career — Adding one’s desired career can help with motivation when taking difficult courses. After all this is why most pursue a degree.

Home — Is there a kitchen or bedroom aesthetic that one’s been daydreaming about? 

Activities — Ask oneself what one wants to do more often. Going on picnics, walks or reading are all great ideas to include. Including it in the board could be just the thing to inspire one to get out and do it. 

Intentions — What impressions does one want to leave behind? Place a few key words down to help focus on what is important.

Plans to look forward to — The board doesn’t have to be all about the future. Place some exciting trips and events that are in one’s grasp.

Health — What would be beneficial to one’s health? Well balanced meals, working out or a skincare routine are all good ideas to consider adding.

Encouraging quotes or scriptures — Add some pick-me-ups to help boost each day. 

Help make the world a better place — Whatever one feels inclined to do, place it on the board. Examples are volunteering or simply working on being a kinder person to those one is surrounded by.

Contact the author at howllifestyle@mail.wou.edu



Momentum builds for “Greater Idaho” Movement in Eastern Oregon

Written by: Mirella Barrera-Betancourt

Senate Joint Memorial 2 —more popularly dubbed the “Greater Idaho” bill— was introduced to the Oregon legislature by Republican Sen. Dennis Linthicum on Jan. 10.​​ 

If passed, the bill will seek out discussions regarding readjustments and relocations of Oregon and Idaho state lines. The bill will not set the secession into motion.

Fifteen eastern counties have been proposed to move to the state of Idaho — together, they take up approximately 65% of Oregon’s land mass and roughly 9% of the population. As of Jan. 11, 2023, 11 of the 15 Eastern Oregon counties have already voted in favor of joining Idaho, including Klamath, Lake, Union, Grant, Sherman, Morrow, Wheeler, Baker, Malheur, Jefferson and Harney. Wallowa County is next in line to vote on the prospect of joining Idaho in their upcoming May election.

The idea behind the “Greater Idaho” bill initially began with the “Greater Idaho” movement — or “Move Oregon’s Border for a Greater Idaho” —  in early 2020, led by Mike McCarter from La Pine, Oregon. The movement’s aim was to convince Oregon legislatures to readjust the Oregon/Idaho border to move conservative Eastern Oregon counties into the state of Idaho — a largely Republican state — in an effort to realign cultural differences.

“Eastern Oregon is culturally, politically, (and) economically much more similar to Idaho than it is to western Oregon,” said Matt McCaw, a spokesperson for the “Greater Idaho” movement. “Our movement is about self-determination and matching people to (the) government that they want and that matches their values.”

Oregon has a long-standing history, with its border set almost 200 years ago. However, McCaw argues that the border was enacted at a time with no cultural and political divisions.

“The policy and the government that works for western Oregon, that western Oregonians want, does not work in eastern Oregon and it’s not what eastern Oregonians want,” said McCaw.

As the “Greater Idaho” movement gains momentum across much of the Eastern Oregon counties, many Oregon residents are left questioning whether such redistricting is likely.

McCaw is confident, stating, “We absolutely believe this is possible … If that does not happen this session then we will keep trying in the next session.”

This is not the first time discussions have occurred regarding changes in state boundaries. 

In 1958, the Oregon boundary between the state of Washington was slightly amended, known as the Senate Joint Resolution 10. The measure authorized the modification of Washington state boundaries along the Columbia River.

According to “Greater Idaho” official website, there are two phases to the movement, the second which includes the eventual merging of Northern California into Idaho’s state line. Northern California counties included in the proposal include all or parts of Siskiyou, Shasta, Tehama, Del Norte, Modoc and Lassen. Such planning, however, would be part of a future phase.

For more information about the “Greater Idaho” movement, visit their official website at www.greateridaho.org, or read the Senate Joint Memorial 2 bill at https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov. 

 

Contact the author at howlnews@wou.edu

Western Oregon University turns 167

Written by: Mirella Barrera-Betancourt

On Jan. 18, Western celebrated its 167th birthday with a small commemoration on the second floor of the Werner University Center.

A table was set up from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., complete with cupcakes and a poster board where students could share a thing or two on what they love about their campus. 

In 2022, Western’s mascot, Wolfie, made his debut appearance at Western’s birthday celebration after having undergone a serious makeover. The change in appearance was enacted in order for Wolfie to more accurately mirror his look in Western advertisements and merchandise.

Although Wolfie could not make it to the event this year, students were nevertheless invited to have their photograph or polaroid taken by a photographer in front of a balloon backdrop.

For a brief history of Western, it was Jan. 18, 1856 — 167 years ago — when 11 Disciples of Christ pioneers signed the charter that established Western Oregon University, then Monmouth University. The founders of Western continue to be honored today; a plaque depicting their image hangs in the lobby of Campbell Hall.

Western’s birthday also brings remembrance to the 24 Presidents in Western’s history, many of whom’s memory remains in the buildings and establishments on campus.

So far in Western history, this is the second birthday celebration hosted by Student Engagement, with more to come in the future.

Contact the author at howlnews@wou.edu

Get your Study On

Written by:Mikayla Coleman

Two Fish and an Elephant” — Khruangbin

“Shades of Man” — Khruangbin 

“Apollo’s Mood” — The Olympians 

“When We Meet” — Cuco 

“Clair de Lune” — Lofi Fruits Music, Chill Fruits Music

“Wohltemperiertes Klavier (lofi Bach)” — Crazy Monkey

“Stale Cupcakes (From “Animal Crossing”)” — Moisés Nieto

“coffee shop jam” — leon chang

“Pokémon center” — Tee Lopes, GameChops 

“It’s Showtime!” — LewisPlaysGuitar

“Fallen Down” — Toby Fox

“It’s Raining Somewhere Else” — Toby Fox 

“In the summertime” — Lofi Fruits Music, Fets, Avocuddle 

“Steven Universe” — Lofi Fruits Music, Chill Fruits Music

“Stars Wars: Cantina Band” — Lofi Fruits Music, Chill Fruits Music 

“Hideout” — Tesk 

“Sorry, I Like You” — Burbank

“Game over!” — Harris Cole

“Redbone” — DontCry

“Office Pothos Lament” — Louie Zong

“Plantasia” — Mort Garson 

Contact the author at howleditor@wou.edu

Big INK presents:What a Relief?

Written by: Gretchen Sims 

The most recent exhibit to grace the Cannon Art Gallery is a collaborative project showcasing artists who attended the Whiteaker Printmakers’ BIG INK workshop in Eugene, Oregon. This show will run from Jan. 11 through Feb. 10, 2023. 

BIG INK, founded by Lyell Castonguay and Carand Burnet, began as a small organization teaching the art of printmaking. However, as demand grew, BIG INK was able to fund a transportable press — a feat once deemed impossible and impractical — and now travels across the country creating an outlet for creativity. 

The artists who collabed with BIG INK for the Cannon Art showcase include Eric Fry, Bets Cole, Keith Van Norman, Richard Harrington, Priscilla Montoya, Stephanie Juanillo, Jenna Phillpot, Robert Sumner, Sandi Bonn, Gale Everett, Cory Olsen, Jessica Billey, Erik Sandgren, Tedd Anderson, Joy Kloman and Beth Howe.

There are so many pieces for the show that they are split between the second floor of the Hamersly Library and the Cannon Art Gallery. The pieces in the Cannon Art Gallery can only be viewed from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., but the pieces in the Hamersly Library can be viewed during regular operating hours. 

The prints in the Cannon Art Gallery are the main event. Pieces by Keith Van Norman and Jessica Billey lie against the right wall of the gallery. The prints “What’s so amazing that keeps us stargazing” and “The Tree” are a true inspiration to the viewer.

Directly across from the main entrance, pieces by Erik Sandgren perfectly sweep the viewers’ eyes around the room with their intricate yet freeform designs. 

Finally, on the wall directly to the viewers’ lefts, are prints titled “Zona Rossa,” “Zebra with Oxpeckers (Maasai Mara, Kenya),” “Where the Crawdads Sing,” “A Fish Out of Water,” “Loon,” “The Bicycle” and “Solidarity.” 

Some of the prints are available for purchase, so if interested, be sure to check them out. Supporting local artists is more important now than ever. 

Of course one does not have to be interested in purchasing the art pieces in order to view them, so be sure to pay a visit and check out these talented artists before they are gone.

Contact the author at howlentertainment@wou.edu

A students’ tips for acing scholarship applications

Written by:Mirella Barrera-Betancourt

As of Nov. 1 2022, Western’s General Scholarship Application is open for students seeking financial aid for the 2023-2024 academic year, with a deadline of Mar. 1. If students are discouraged from applying for scholarships, they are not alone. Scholarships tend to be highly competitive, making it seem as if the odds of being awarded one are slim to none. Here are six tips to help make scholarship applications less daunting.

Make an impression. This may seem obvious, but the standard for neatness and specificity in scholarship essays is often ignored. These attributes encompass many aspects of the application process. When filling out scholarship forms, the key is to formulate a chain of working drafts, working off one form in order to perfect the other. When writing an essay, include concrete details and examples of one’s accomplishments. A good rule of thumb to make the writing process smoother is to include the standard “who,” “what,” “where,” “when” and “why.”

Create a list of your good traits. Today, there are scholarships available for nearly every individual trait, from nationality, one’s spoken languages, first generation students and students who are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. Students often believe that applying for a broader, general scholarship increases their chances of being awarded. However, students who apply for trait-specific scholarships have a smaller pool of applicants to compete against.

Apply for small awards. If there is a scholarship that fits one’s qualifications but is offering a small award, don’t overlook it. Small awards can add up quickly. In addition, small awards tend to have less competition than larger awards.

Take advantage of ScholarshipUniverse. ScholarshipUniverse, available through the WOU portal, includes an integrated search engine for more than 8000 scholarship opportunities. ScholarshipUniverse has an integrated questionnaire, which narrows down scholarships according to the student’s qualifications and individual traits.

Complete the full application, including the optional work. Many scholarship applications provide students with “optional” application materials, such as essays, letters of recommendation, or even something humorous, such as a joke. While it may sound exhausting to complete this additional and very much optional piece of work, it may increase one’s chances of being awarded against more qualified applicants who failed to complete it.

Reapply. Scholarships are not a one-time deal. Even if a student fails to secure financial aid from a particular scholarship, it is wise to reapply. In fact, the next application process will roll out much smoother than the first application process, considering the student is already well-versed in the process.

Contact the author at howlnews@wou.edu

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