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Western to participate in Congress to Campus program this February, two students will act as ambassadors

December 3, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor On Tuesday, Nov. 10, assistant professor of politics, policy and administration, Earlene Camarillo, sent a campus-wide email advertising an ...

HIVAlliance partners with Abby’s House to combat misinformation about HIV and treatment.

December 3, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor HIV has a long history of stigmatization throughout the nation. Partnering with Abby’s House on campus, HIVAlliance came to Western ...

After an unparalleled 2018 haul, Western’s Toy Drive hopes to maintain that momentum for the 2019 season

December 3, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor Following a record-breaking year in donations, the annual WOU Toy Drive is once again setting up collection boxes for the Christmas ...

After news of low enrollment, the Student Health and Counseling Center struggles to meet the growing needs of students, sparking conversation about stigma and human connection.

November 22, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor According to the 2018 Marion-Polk Community Health Profile, depression ranks as the most common chronic condition experienced in our community, ...

During the 2019 Oregon Special Election, Polk County passed a levy that would extend funding for educational programs

November 22, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor Approximately 30% of 959 eligible voters participated in Oregon’s Special Election — an election not part of the regular schedule — which ...

Based on the theory of transformative justice, a Japanese Healing Garden has been established in the Oregon State Penitentiary.

November 22, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor “Punishment doesn’t work … we need to find an alternative way to rehabilitate offenders,” said criminal justice professor, Miyuki ...

Western alumni, Lisa Lowell, has become a prolific writer and teacher after achieving her masters. Here is her story.

November 22, 2019

Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor Lisa Lowell has always been a writer. As a local Oregonian born into a family of artists who “don’t do competition,” Lowell said that ...

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Opinion: Do not trust Sarah Miller, what actually needs to be done on Thanksgiving

December 3, 2019

Hannah Greene | Sports Editor From the get go, we are told that Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to come together, have quality time, catch up and eat a lot ...
Climate change — NIRSA Soccer Tournament in Round Rock, Texas

December 3, 2019

Hannah Greene | Sports Editor Women’s Club Soccer was selected to participate in the 2019 National and Recreational Sports Association tournament, in Round Rock, Texas ...
Breakin’ ankles, left and Wright — club soccer and rugby player D-Dré isn’t done yet

December 3, 2019

Hannah Greene | Sports Editor D-Dré Wright, of Women’s Club Soccer and Women’s Rugby, has left flames wherever she steps down. Not only is Wright a two-sport athlete ...
Giving thanks by giving back

December 3, 2019

Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Thanksgiving is a time generally spent with loved ones, and is a time to think about what you’re thankful for. In addition, it’s a ...
Enjoy your food and get crafty at Craft Bar West

December 3, 2019

Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Craft Bar West is, like the name suggests, an eatery that has crafting events each month for its patrons. It opened earlier this year and ...

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