Western Oregon University’s English department has seen a rapid decline in English majors within the last few years.
Endangered English Majors
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Clinton wants to “get to the bottom” of the alien conspiracy
Are we alone in the universe? Are extraterrestrials visiting our planet?
Baby, I got your money
Many students today are only able to attend college with the help of student loans. But what would happen if the students borrowing that money weren’t able to pay it back?
Microsoft’s AI chatbot ‘Tay’ turned into a PR disaster
Microsoft unveiled its Twitter chatbot called Tay on March 23. According to the company, Tay was created as an experiment in “conversational understanding.” The more Twitter users engaged with Tay, the more it would learn and mimic what it saw. The only problem: Tay wound up being a racist, fascist, drugged-out asshole.
Independence man arrested after standoff
An Independence man was arrested on multiple charges last weekend after a nearly six hour standoff between police authorities in Independence.
Arbor Day Traditions take Root
The Arbor Day Foundation boasts Western Oregon University as one of five Oregon campuses to be declared and certified as a Tree Campus USA award recipient. In order to be awarded, five standards must be met.
Graduation Checklist
Order your graduation supplies (gowns, caps, frames, etc.) by May 13th from Western’s Bookstore.
Coffee fiends rejoice
Do you ever find yourself studying in the library, when you’re suddenly overcome by a strong craving for food and caffeine?
Todd Hall ghost demands salary
The position of Todd Hall haunter is in jeopardy due to wage disagreements between local ghost, Jessica Todd, and the administration. After decades of volunteering her time as the hall’s resident live-in spirit, Todd has begun demanding the creation of a salaried position, claiming that the school needs a “living wage for the non-living.”
Pranksters throughout history
Ah, April Fools’ Day. There’s nothing like a national, erm, holiday that encourages humorous, and sometimes downright cruel, pranks on other people. After all, who doesn’t like causing their friend, roommate, or significant other to nearly have a heart attack by scaring them half to death with a prank?
