On Jan. 2, the United Van Lines’ 38th Annual National Movers Study reported their 2014 results concluded Oregon as the top moved-to destination in the country.
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Executive order an attempt to curb gun violence
President Obama issued a series of executive actions regarding gun control on Tuesday, Jan. 5. He issued the order with the intention of reducing gun related deaths in the U.S. by tightening already existing laws.
Seaside students take charge of safety
In mid-December last year, Seaside High School student Taylor Barnes created a GoFundMe page titled “Don’t Catch This Wave” to fundraise the relocation of an entire school system.
Protests Spark after Multnomah University Requests Title IX Exemption
On Saturday, Dec. 12, a small group of students protested outside of Multnomah University after the school requested an exemption from Title IX.
Snow Safety
As inclement weather approaches, having already affected the first day of school for Western Oregon University, there are some important precautions to keep in mind.
New education policy may spell trouble
Oregon is expected to see a dramatic increase in the number of high school seniors who enroll in community college due to something called the Oregon Promise.
New Year, New Laws
Motor Voter: Scott Moore, the communications director for the Oregon House Majority Office, said: “While other state legislatures are working to limit voter participation, Oregon is moving in the opposite direction by removing unnecessary, outdated barriers to voting.” House Bill 2177, called the new “Motor Voter Law,” ensures that every eligible voter will receive a ballot to vote upon receiving a driver’s license.
Terrorism around the world
Terrorist attacks are no stranger to the modern world. On Nov. 13, 2015 and the days surrounding, the world mourned with many countries as terrorism made its appearance once again. In the light of the Paris attacks, many terrorist attacks around the world were overshadowed.
No Frills 2017
During a General Assembly meeting on Nov. 19, 2015, Western’s Residence Hall Association (RHA) and all Hall Governments met to discuss issues such as Hall Of The Year points, the budget, Turkey Baskets, and much more.
The speed of light
Li-Fi, the bigger and faster brother to Wi-Fi, has recently garnered a lot of public attention despite the fact that it has existed for years.

