Easing into veganism

Aubrey Manculich | Freelancer If you’re considering transitioning to a vegan lifestyle, here are a couple quick tips to follow to make it easier to you than it was for me. When I made my decision, I lived in a college dorm and with my only food being from the dining...

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Watching what you share

Watching what you share

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor For many, the usage of social media on a regular basis has become second nature. Whenever we get bored, we pull out our phones and instinctively pull up Instagram or Snapchat to see what people we do and do not know have been up to. For...

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Where to study at Western

Where to study at Western

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor It’s no secret that within the boundaries of Western’s campus lies several spots that would make the ideal study area. No matter your preference when it comes time to hit the books, the campus has a spot that will work well for you. One...

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Getting creative with your dates

Getting creative with your dates

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor Valentine’s Day, the one day a year where the main focus is simply “love.” While for some, it means spending a day with that special someone and displaying your affection and passion for them through countless romantic gestures. For...

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Delicious Combinations offers a new take on Monmouth cuisine

Delicious Combinations offers a new take on Monmouth cuisine

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor A problem that I tend to come across when trying to find something to eat around Western is that it’s all the same. I’ve become so tired of eating the same things every time I go out that it started to feel like I was just wasting my...

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Lowering your electric bill made easy

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor A milestone in the lives of many students comes after living on your own for the first full month- receiving and paying your very first electric bill. Typically, that one is easy enough to pay. But suddenly, you find yourself in the...

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Learning your love language

Learning your love language

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor The way that each person tends to interpret and express love varies depending on who you are. Understanding your love language can be something that makes incredible positive changes to your relationships. Not only will it help you...

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Saving cash on coffee

Saving cash on coffee

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor At Home The cheapest option for starting your day with that morning cup of coffee is ultimately to make it at home. While it may not be as convenient as getting it on the go, the amount you’ll save is incredible. Think about it, you...

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Dear Ezi

Dear Ezi

  Dear Lazy is the New Black, Oooo kitty friend! I get you! Senioritis is real, heck even Google Docs recognizes it as a word! I’m not sure if senioritis is what you are experiencing but it sashays on to folks hard during winter term! I know the best way you can...

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Staying healthy during winter

Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor Welcome to Monmouth, Oregon. The average temperature in February is 42.3 degrees, we get about 41 inches of rain per year and we see 154 sunny days. That being said, it’s obvious that in this area, it can be very easy to find yourself...

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