Lifestyle

Artist opens local tattoo studio in Monmouth Allison Vanderzanden | Copy Editor On Feb. 9, Sundew Tattoo opened for business off of Main Street in Monmouth. What was previously a veterinary clinic has been divided into two units, one of which is now Phoebe Bordadora’s...

Insider information to make thrifting more rewarding Mikayla Coleman | Managing Editor Thrifting is a great way to expand one’s wardrobe or space on a college student budget. Use these thrifting insider tips and tricks during the next trip to the thrift store.  Forget...

Western celebrates Valentine’s Day with Candy Grams, self-love and a Valentine’s bash Mirella Barrera-Betancourt | Staff Writer This Valentine’s Day, Western saw a variety of enjoyable campus wide events put on by groups, including the housing residency committee and...

Tips for talking about mental health disorders and disabilities Sarah Austin | Lifestyle Editor One of the hardest things when struggling with mental illnesses or disabilities can be telling others about it. Disclosing one’s mental health status is important to...

Interviewing Western students on their dream travel destinations  Sarah Austin |  Lifestyle Editor With COVID-19 limiting travel for many, I set out to create a piece where I ask students their travel goals if they had nothing holding them back. This week, I caught...

Western students share their successes and shortcomings with their New Year’s resolutions Mollie Herron | News Editor At the beginning of every year, without fail, there is an overwhelming amount of people who decide to get in shape. There may even be some who decide...

Three Valentine’s Day gifts for that special someone Sarah Austin | Lifestyle Editor Valentine’s Day doesn’t always have to cost a lot of money, and for many people a homemade gift can be more meaningful. Here are a few ideas of gifts to make for a significant other,...

Three Valentine’s dinner recipes for both couples and singles Sarah Austin | Lifestyle Editor Valentine’s Day dinner is a date night staple. Cooking for that special someone can be the perfect way to their heart — through the stomach. Here are three recipes to spice...

Tips to making long lasting relationships Sarah Austin | Lifestyle Editor Finding and making friends as an adult can be difficult. The first thing to recognize is that it all starts with making an effort ⏤ whether it be putting oneself out there, or finding someone...

Four ideas for a friendship party Sarah Austin | Lifestyle Editor Many people have heard of “Galentine’s” ⏤ a girl’s night before Valentine’s Day for singles to avoid loneliness. PALentine’s is even better, swapping significant others for friends of any gender or...