Written by: Gretchen Sims Western’s Theatre Department debuted “The Wolves” on May 31 which was performed consecutively for the following three days. Written by Sarah DeLappe and directed by Raissa Fleming, the opening night performance was a smashing success that...
Entertainment
College Radio is Important
Written by: Mikayla Coleman I was first introduced to KWOU — Western’s student-run campus radio — when I was finishing my third year at Western. If one would have told me that I would have my own show this year, I would have called them crazy. As a chronically...
Finally Free
Written by: Gretchen Sims “Free Bird” — Lynyrd Skynyrd “Free Fallin’” — Tom Petty “Freedom! ‘90” — George Michael “Free spirit” — Khalid “It’s Called: Freefall” — Rainbow Kitten Surprise “Free Smoke” — Drake “Left Hand Free” — alt-J “Break Free” — Ariana Grande, Zedd...
Unhinged Hot Girl
Written by: Ruth Simonsen “Twist” – Korn “Peaches” – Jack Black “Flamingo” – Kero Kero Bonito “Ocean Man” – Ween “Even Flow” – Pearl Jam “Chelsea Dagger” – The Fratellis “UZUMAKI” – Machine Girl “Ram Ranch” – Grant...
Art Fest 2023
Written by: Gretchen Sims The second annual Art Fest was held on May 17. Western students, along with select high school and community college students, were invited to showcase their artwork in select WOU Art Galleries for a chance to win awards and prizes. The 55th...
Guardians of Marvel’s Reputation
Written by: Gretchen Sims The most recent installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise was released in theaters on May 5, as part of Marvel’s Phase Five project. The film, which was written and directed by James Gunn, starred many fan favorites including...
Entertainment Editor wanted
Written by: Gretchen Sims Ever wanted to express one’s passions for the arts? The Western Howl is hiring for the 2023-24 school year. Nine positions are currently open on Handshake and will close for consideration on May 22 at 5 p.m. Working for the Howl is a...
Beau is afraid, and so am I
Written by: Mikayla Coleman “Beau Is Afraid” — Ari Aster’s third full length feature film running just under three hours — has a beast of a storyline. Attempting to explain anything about this film can be an enormous challenge and those who have seen it will...
The Main Character’s Playlist
Written by: Mirella Barrera-Betancourt Having a bad day? Need a confidence boost? The following songs can help reframe any day into a scene from a movie, whether one is walking home or cruising down a backroad with the windows down. This playlist is for the people who...
Best Netflix Documentaries
Written by: Gretchen Sims Sometimes, particularly during the fickle spring weather, all homework should be cast aside in favor of a good documentary. After all, what could possibly be better than snuggling up with a blanket — perhaps a cat or two — and a warm beverage...