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Written by: Sadie Latimer | News Editor

Every residence hall at Western has a student government. Hall governments are a place for students to go if they want to voice any concerns, ideas or opinions about their hall. Not only that, but in past years, members of hall governments have gotten new supplies for kitchens and lounges. Maddy Wilson, assistant resident advisor for Arbor Park and Landers, stated, “Last year they bought new TVs for both Sequoia and the Landers Lower Lounge, so that’s one big thing that they’ve done.”

Beyond that, the hall government teams have also put together various programs for students, such as block parties, that help students build stronger communities and bond.

Leadership and Programs Coordinator Connor King-Goehring, stressed the importance of building a community at a smaller level. “Buildings have their own governments to talk to that are their peers, just because it’s easier to talk to someone that you see every day in your hall,” said King-Goehring. “All students have a voice on campus. … (They) don’t need to be involved to have a voice on campus, but getting involved in hall government will really uplift the students’ voices.” King-Goehring emphasizes that all students should be represented, especially since first-year students are required to live on campus unless waived by Western.

Students participating in hall governments can plan events that they believe will be fun and engaging for their peers, like parades. “Last year was our first annual Pride parade,” said King-Goehring — last June, RAs marched for Pride in Monmouth behind a decorated car-float and handed out LGBTQ+ flags to the crowd. It was planned by the combined efforts of RHA and Monmouth Has Pride committee. By participating in hall governments, people can start events, such as involving themselves in Pride as King-Goehring did, and even shape traditions that potentially make life at Western more enriching.

“I am the coordinator of leadership and programs, and so I work on a professional staff level,” said King-Goehring. “I work here full time as my job. My role in hall government is I oversee the Residence Hall Association that sits above the hall government.”

When King-Goehring was a student at Western, he was involved in hall governments and housing. “I came back professionally advising RHA and Hall gov. because I enjoy housing and advising student leaders.”

King-Goehring placed emphasis on seeing students overcome their fears and gain confidence in their roles — stating that he loves “watching the joy in students and the student leaders’ eyes when they put on these programs and when they’re doing all these amazing things, and being like, ‘That’s because of you. You’re the one who did it.’”

Augusta Edwards, Ackerman’s resident director, understands the importance of having communication between a school’s residents and its staff. “I went to a college that did not have any form of hall government or even a Residence Hall Association, and then I worked at a college where I was working to bring back the Residence Hall Association,” said Edwards. Even though they didn’t have a hall government, they still knew how beneficial it would be to the students. “Hall government’s a great starting point into learning what your voice is and what your voice does.”

This is Edwards’ second year working at Western. As a Resident Director, they help oversee the hall government of Ackerman and watch students gain valuable experience by being in the hall government. For instance, the treasurer will learn budgeting skills and might get to work with vendors for certain programs. “It’s good to be involved. It helps build campus connections and that sense of belonging that WOU has been really working really hard to foster,” said Edwards.

Being a part of a student government does come with some challenges, according to Edwards. “In regards to hall government, we’re bringing all these people in hopefully with these diverse experiences and these new ideas, and how do we get these people to work together? Conflict is inevitable, and so how do we move past conflict and work together as a team?”

Many of Western’s programs, especially hall governments, face the problem of low student involvement. “Getting students involved” is the hardest part about being an ARA, according to Wilson. Each hall has meetings that are open to all residents of that building, regardless of whether or not the student is a member of the government. “Come to at least one meeting and check it out. It’s not as scary as you think. The people who are there want to be involved, and they’re very friendly, and they want to make friends,” said Wilson. “I would say if people are interested in joining Hall gov … then to reach out to their (resident director) and they can get them connected.”

King-Goehring, along with many other people involved in hall governments, are always striving to put students’ wellbeing first. “It’s volunteer work, and it’s seen as volunteer work,” he said. “A motto that university housing follows is: you’re human first, and then a student and then a student leader.” Staff of hall governments prioritize student health and can accommodate for class schedules, mental health and other obstacles that may come up in students’ lives.

Elections for hall governments are already underway. However, it is not too late for students to get involved — they can attend a meeting any time throughout the year and voice their thoughts to their peers, or contact their resident director to make their opinions known. “I love being involved and knowing that I’m making a change,” said Wilson.

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San Jose State’s volleyball program facing controversy

Written by: Quincy Bentley | Sports Editor

The San Jose State University volleyball program has recently gained significant media attention due to the potential inclusion of a transgender player on their roster, and in just three weeks, four universities have forfeited their match against San Jose State. These schools include the University of Wyoming, Boise State University, Southern Utah University and Utah State University, which recently canceled their Oct. 23 match against San Jose State University — SJSU. Surprisingly, none of the schools came out with any statements explaining their reasoning behind the decision to forfeit.

The rumors about the SJSU player’s gender identity started in April 2024, when a website by the name of Reduxx published an article titled “Biological Male Quietly Joined Women’s NCAA Division I Volleyball At San Jose State University.” The player mentioned in the article is Blaire Fleming, a redshirt senior who transferred from Coastal Carolina University to SJSU in 2022. As of the 2024 season, Fleming has put up impressive numbers, ranking fourth in kills and fifth in service aces in the Mountain West Conference.

One of Fleming’s teammates, Brooke Slusser, a senior setter who transferred to SJSU from Alabama in 2023, has also been having a standout season. She is ranked third in assists, and tied for tenth in digs in the Mountain West Conference, but Slusser’s impressive stats aren’t the only reason she’s making headlines.

On September 23, Brooke Slusser filed a lawsuit against SJSU and the NCAA — “Slusser v. NCAA and San Jose State University.” The lawsuit, centered around Slusser’s teammate, Blaire Fleming, claimed that the university failed to inform her and her teammates that Fleming was transgender. Slusser also claimed that she roomed with Fleming on road trips without knowing about her gender identity, and in April 2024, Fleming allegedly disclosed to Slusser that she identifies as transgender. In a nutshell, Slusser argues that Fleming’s participation raises concerns about fairness and safety for female athletes, and she isn’t alone in this viewpoint. After all of this information surfaced, more than a dozen female college athletes accused the NCAA of violating sex based discrimination laws.

In regards to Fleming’s performance on the court, Slusser claimed that Fleming’s spikes were recorded at over 80 mph, which, according to her, is way faster than any female player she has ever seen. The lawsuit also shows that some players on the team were even concerned about getting concussions due to Fleming’s hard hitting spikes.

After noticing the attention the university was receiving, the Senior Director of Media Relations for SJSU, Michelle Smith McDonald, stated that the university will not publicly address the gender identity of any student due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. In a statement by the university, McDonald stated, “It is disappointing that our SJSU student-athletes, who are in full compliance with NCAA and Mountain West rules and regulations, are being denied opportunities to compete. We are committed to supporting our student-athletes through these challenges and in their ability to compete in an inclusive, fair, safe and respectful environment.”

Under current National Collegiate Athletics Association — NCAA — rules, transgender women are allowed to compete on women’s teams if they have undergone at least one year of hormone therapy to suppress testosterone levels, which is believed to reduce any potential competitive advantage. The NCAA’s guidelines are based on the belief that hormone therapy levels the playing field between transgender women and cisgender women. However, despite these regulations, the debate centers on whether the physical differences, even after hormone therapy, provide an unfair, competitive advantage.

Slusser and her legal team argue that the “Slusser v. NCAA and San Jose State University” lawsuit is about fairness and safety. It raises the question of whether previous policies properly protect female athletes from what they believe is an uneven playing field. This case doesn’t just highlight the debate within SJSU’s volleyball program, it highlights a debate that is playing out across all levels of competition around the globe. Depending on how this lawsuit goes, it could potentially lead to a new legal precedent or even a new set of rules within the NCAA, but as of right now, the debate over whether transgender women should be allowed to compete in women’s sports continues to stir controversy.

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Letter from the editor

Written by: Hannah Field | Editor-in-chief

Western,

Welcome back, or maybe just welcome. Maybe you’ve been reading “The Western Howl” for years, or maybe this is the first issue you’re glancing at — either way, thank you. I’d like to introduce you to my wonderful team, whose names you’ve hopefully seen by now as you flip through, and the culmination of hours of hard work in this issue — our first of the school year — of “The Western Howl.”

We are a hand-crafted newspaper by students, for students. This year, we have more diverse perspectives than ever before, with sports covered by real student athletes, the news reported by an on-campus editor and the paper built by a team of devoted, passionate editors and designers.

This first issue, titled “Goal Season Incoming,” is, as you’ve likely guessed, representative of the beginning of the 2024-2025 academic school year here at Western. We hoped to encapsulate a winning season, not just for our school’s sports teams, but also for all students and staff who may be starting new things or returning to something familiar. We feel you, completely — we are trying to embrace the new and the old, to make something grand out of a historic school paper.

If you haven’t already noticed, the style of our front page is different. The design team and I scoured through nationally recognized publications as well as previous versions of “The Western Howl” — previously titled “The Lamron,” “The Western Star,” “The Journal” and more ridiculous titles — for inspiration. We wanted to draw attention to the heart of the paper — the writing and the creative mind of a designer at work — and offer a preview of what’s inside. A sneak peek, if you will.

So, expect change. Expect design elements you haven’t seen from us before. Look for new names, new faces, new stories, freelancers, photos and more. Maybe you’ll fall in love with our mock horoscopes, or maybe you’ll rock our new word search puzzles on our physical copies. Maybe you’re just interested to see what the college newspaper talks about — if that’s the case, I welcome you with open arms and invite you to stay tuned.

There’s so much we hope to give you this year.

If that sounds good to you, I’m excited to let you know we’re doing more printed issues than ever. This year, expect three printed issues a term, dispersed at campus and off-campus locations for your viewing pleasure. If you’re still dying for something to read, keep checking your email; you’ll catch our digital issues weekly. We have a website too — wou.edu/westernhowl — where we post individual articles and issues.

As a student-led publication, we want to highlight student engagement and involvement. We could not be here, creating this paper, if it wasn’t for not only Western but the community the school has garnered. We are here because you read. We are here because you want to write. We are here because you care. And we’re here to talk about the things that matter and impact you.

Because of that, we’ve opened a “Submit News Tips” section of our website under “Contact Us.” We are so lucky to represent the student community here at Western, but to do that, we must be honest and true. So, please — if you have even the slightest hint of a story idea — I ask that you consider submitting a tip. We have pledged to uphold your voices, and this is our opportunity to pull stories from our readers. Of course, I cannot guarantee that we’ll cover your suggestion, but still, I implore you to submit it regardless.

This year, I have a few goals for the Howl: that the viewers will feel consistently represented and accounted for, the work will be done well and we will be proud of each and every issue that is released and that, just maybe, we will finally make zero calls to Public Campus Safety while at Terry House. No promises on that last one, though.

Thank you for reading this letter from the editor as well as this issue of “The Western Howl.” And, to Public Campus Safety, thank you for rescuing us from an ice storm, taking care of the dead mouse in the bathroom and letting us borrow your drill.

I’m incredibly thankful to spend another year at Western doing what I love — writing and leading — for an amazing, hardworking team of talented individuals.

Sincerely,

Hannah Field

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Chief’s kicker under fire for commencement speech

Written by: Jaylin Hardin | Sports Editor

Kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs football team, Harrison Butker, has recently come under fire for a commencement speech he gave May 11, 2024, at Benedictine College in Atchinson, Kansas. Benedictine is a Catholic college and Butker is of the Catholic faith.

In his 20-minute address, Butker denounced abortion rights, Pride Month, COVID-19 lockdowns and “the tyranny of diversity, equity and inclusion,” as well as criticized Catholic Priests with a Taylor Swift lyric. But, it was how he addressed the female graduates that has been condemned the most on social media.

“I want to speak directly to you briefly because I think it is you, the women, who have had the most diabolical lies told to you. How many of you are sitting here now about to cross the stage, and are thinking about all the promotions and titles you’re going to get in your career?” Butker asked. “Some of you may go on to lead successful careers in the world. But I would venture to guess that the majority of you are most excited about your marriage and the children you will bring into this world.”

Since then, Butker has faced backlash online from fans of the Chiefs and Taylor Swift alike, with a petition circulating around social media to remove him from the team.

The nuns of Benedictine denounced Butker’s address in a statement posted to Facebook: “The sisters of Mount St. Scholastica do not believe that Harrison Butker’s comments in his 2024 Benedictine College commencement address represent the Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts college that our founders envisioned and in which we have been so invested.” Mount St. Scholastica was one of the founding churches of Benedictine College.

Members of the Catholic Church have had mixed reactions to Butker’s commencement speech, with a majority praising him for his statement.

“I was thinking about my dad, who was also here, and how he’s probably clapping and so happy to see what he would say is a real man (reflecting) family values, good religious upbringing and representation of Christ to people,” ValerieAnne Volpe, who graduated from Benedictine with an art degree, said to the Associated Press. “You can just hear that he loves his wife. You can hear that he loves his family.”

Other students told The Associated Press in interviews that they embrace the college’s emphasis on Catholic teaching and practice.

“It’s a renewal of some really, really good things that we might have lost,” one student said. On the other end, some Catholics have lamented their frustration with Butker’s statements. One graduate, Kassidy Neuner, told The Associated Press that the kicker should have made it clear that men can be homemakers, too.

On May 24, 2024, Butker spoke at the Regina Caeli Academy Courage Under Fire Gala in Nashville, Tennessee about the backlash he has received.

“It is now, over the past few days, my beliefs or what people think I believe have been the focus of countless discussions around the globe,” Butker said Friday. “At the outset, many people expressed a shocking level of hate. But as the days went on, even those who disagreed with my viewpoints shared their support for my freedom of religion. My hope is that tonight’s theme and our mission will embolden others, that many more will be unapologetic of their Catholic faith and never be afraid to speak out for truth, even when it goes against the loudest voices.”

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Upcoming events

Written by: Hannah Field | News Editor

May 23 —

The S’More You Know

6 p.m. at the firepit outside of the Werner University Center

Join the Office of Student Conduct in roasting marshmallows and making s’mores outside on campus with a chance to walk away with some prizes.

May 24 —

4-Hour Workshop with Jessica Rehfield Community Building: Safety Concerns

12 p.m. in Campbell Hall

Salem artist, Jessica Rehfield, will be returning to offer advice, feedback and reviews on previously submitted artistic proposals. This event will be open to all students and campus organization affiliates.

ASL Club: ASL Club’s 30th Birthday

6 p.m. in RWEC 101

The ASL Club will be celebrating 30 years of registered clubhood on campus. The event will be held in ASL only.

May 28 —

ASL Club: Video Game Night

6 p.m. in RWEC 202

Catch the ASL Club hosting a group game night in ASL only. The calendar posting cheers “Let’s go, gamers!”

May 29 —

Free Meditation Group on Campus

6 p.m. in the Santiam Room of the Werner University Center

“Join us Wednesday night for gentle yoga stretches, guided meditation, Yoga Nidra and kirtan music meditation.”

John Proctor is The Villain: Spring Theatre Department Production

“At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens are studying ‘The Crucible’ while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few school scandals. Holding a contemporary lens to the American classic, they begin to question who is really the hero and what is the truth, discovering their own power in the process. Alternately touching and bitingly funny, this new comedy captures a generation in mid-transformation, running on pop music, optimism, and fury, writing their own coming of age story.”

According to the calendar description, Guest Faculty Director Raissa Fleming will be directing, and the play will run May 29, 30, 31 and June 1 at 2 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. and June 1 at 2 p.m. will be interpreted in ASL. The show will be viewed in Rice Auditorium at 344 Knox St N, Monmouth, OR. Lot B on Knox Street will host free parking.

Students get in free with their student ID. General admission tickets are $14, while student general admission is $8. Tickets for senior citizens and Western faculty and staff are $10.

“Advisory: John Proctor is the Villain contains racist/sexist micro aggressions, depictions of grooming and abusive relationship dynamics, discussion of sexual assault and exploitation.”

May 31 —

Ho’ike 2024

5 p.m. in the Pacific Room of the Werner University Center

“In Hawaiian, Ho’ike means ‘to show or exhibit.’ Ho’ike at (Western) is a show that will exhibit our culture through student performances. Similar to a Luau experience, at Ho’ike, you get to enjoy Hula performances, a traditional Hawaiian dinner, a chance to win local/Hawaiian goods and so much more.”

Tickets for Western students cost $12 and public tickets are $15.

June 4 —

ASL Club – Deaf LGBTQ+ Panel

6 p.m. in RWEC 202

In celebration of Pride month, ASL Club will be hosting a panel acknowledging Deaf Queer individuals and groups. The event will be in ASL only.

June 5 —

Groove in the Grove

8 p.m.

“Get groovy” and participate in plenty of activities, games and DJ performances.

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Tuition increase

Written by: Hannah Field | News Editor

All seven public, four-year universities in Oregon plan to raise tuition costs from three to five percent for the 2024-2025 academic school year.

Oregon State University’s in-state and full-time students will be expected to pay $14,400 per year; University of Oregon students are expecting more than $16,100; while Portland State University students can expect a $11,800 tuition. All three universities have the highest enrollment rates in the state.

Maureen Brakke, the director of marketing and communications at Western, made a statement in a post to the Western’s home website. “The Tuition Advisory Committee, which includes students, staff, and faculty, submitted a proposed five percent tuition increase, which was accepted by President Jesse Peters and presented to the Board of Trustees on April 17,” said Brakke.

In the same post, Peters shared his sentiment: “We take pride in offering students a tailored educational experience, fostering a sense of belonging, and delivering quality support services. We have worked hard to maintain affordability without compromising the exceptional quality of education and services that define Western,” Peters said.

Western, being the second least expensive public university in Oregon out of the seven, will increase tuition to nearly five percent for resident tuition and 4.86 percent for non-resident undergraduate tuition.

Eastern Oregon University, the least expensive public four-year university, will be resting at about $1,000 less than Western, with students expected to pay approximately $11,000 for in-state, full-time enrollment tuition.

Graduate tuition will rise by five percent, with no variation regarding residency. Summer 2024 tuition rates will be increased at the same rate as the 2024-2025 academic year cost.

In 2023, tuition at Western was raised by 3.09 percent for the 2023-2024 academic school year. Pre-pandemic, the 2017-2018 school year increased tuition by 6.4 percent, with the 2018-2019 school year having a proposed 4.03 percent increase, although it has not been confirmed whether or not this increase occurred.

The 2019-2020 school year was approved for a 2.33 percent raise, equivalent to four dollars per credit, alongside the 2021-2022 school year receiving a 2.17 percent increase in tuition for resident undergraduate students.

The next academic year will leave Western at a higher tuition rate of about 18.85 percent at least since 2017 at the earliest, not including the suspected 4.03 percent increase from 2018-2019, and leaving out nonresident rates, which tend to be higher than resident tuition.

Statistics from Datausa.io reflect Western, in 2021, as having a 91.6 percent acceptance rate for incoming students but a graduation rate of less than half, at 48.3 percent. The same website lists Western’s tuition is $14,724 less than the national average overall from all Masters Colleges and Universities in the country.

Nationally, college average costs inflated nearly 12 percent annually from 2012 to 2022 according to educationdata.org.

It should be noted that the Incidental Funding Committee approved all requested base-level funding and additional funding requests at Western without raising student incidental fees. When discussing tuition rates, this excludes all fees such as health service fees, building fees, access to the recreational center, room and board costs, late payment fees and online course fees, alongside any other expenses students may be expected to pay.

“This slight tuition increase reflects our dedication to sustaining the excellence that makes us truly extraordinary,” said Peters in the latest statement — last year, when tuition increased by 3.09 percent, he said, “Our students are not just numbers; they are the future leaders of Oregon and the world, and we always look for new and innovative ways to support them.”

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Budget bougie grocery guru

Written by: Liberty Miller | Lifestyle Editor

Content warning: this article contains mentions of weight, nutrition, eating and fitness.

Eating well in college can be a challenge, just as much or even more so than getting good grades, working out or balancing one or two jobs on top of being a full-time student. Having gone through the experience of working two jobs, being a student-athlete and writing for the Howl, this article is based on real-life circumstances, making this a comprehensive and achievable guide for even the busiest of individuals to follow.

The goal of general nutrition in college is not to lose or gain weight, nor to optimize performance or to become a superhuman. At its very core, nutrition maintains the homeostasis of the body. It ensures that one has enough energy to get through the day, to regulate the nervous system and digestion and to increase the quality of life for the individual.

Keep in mind that this guide is not published by a medical professional.

The power of meal prep — Meal preparation is an amazing time management technique along with the assurance that proper meals are eaten throughout the week. If properly sealed, a four-day meal preparation cycle is perfect for ensuring no food will spoil, offering four days of stress-free breakfast, lunch or dinner. It also discourages eating out, which is not inherently bad, but going out to eat can make is easy for one to miss out on vital nutrient groups and force an even tighter budget.

When meal prepping, it’s important to include all major food groups — fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy. If one chooses not to eat one of these food groups due to a condition or any other reason, it is important to continue to get the nutrients required from those food groups. When it comes to the kind of food in the meal prep, that is purely up to the individual, and it is important to listen to one’s bodily intuition when choosing what feels good to consume.

As for the time involved in the meal prep, two to three hours every four days is the benchmark for this system to be successful. For example, if one has a Saturday off work and classes, meal prepping on a Saturday and Tuesday evening would be a proper cycle.

Finding creative ways to consume — As college students, it is a universal struggle to access affordable and readily available fresh food. Finding ways to budget and store fruits, vegetables and meats can be challenging, but not impossible.

Frozen fruits and vegetables are largely the same as freshly bought ones and can be stored for long periods. These can be incorporated into dishes such as oven-roasted vegetables, smoothies and even eaten as-is. Unless the frozen product has some sort of sauce or syrup added, it is an option that is just as healthy and may be more practical than fresh produce.

Fresh meats don’t have to be expensive either — many meats are similar in fat to protein content, but meats like pork loin are affordable compared to ahi tuna steaks or top sirloin and still contain high amounts of protein. Eggs are one of the most notorious sources of cheap protein and can easily be incorporated into almost every meal.

Grocery shopping options around the Monmouth and Salem area include Winco Foods, Grocery Outlet, Costco and Safeway. A multi-pronged approach to grocery shopping may be more effective than finding one store — Costco will have better price-per-unit deals on items such as Annie’s mac and cheese, Kodiak Cakes, loaves of bread and soups; Roth’s Fresh Markets will be able to cut and portion fresh meats to fit one’s budget and stores such as Grocery Outlet have the best deals on frozen fruits and vegetables.

Liberty’s recipe recommendation corner —A personal favorite lazy recipe is Nongshim brand Tonkotsu ramen, topped with an egg and pork loin for a high-protein meal, sided with fresh blueberries or whatever fruit or vegetable choice one prefers. Per unit, the ramen, egg and pork loin are a meal that costs less than five dollars and takes around 20 minutes to prepare if the egg and pork loin are fresh.

A well-balanced option for mac-and-cheese lovers — Purchase a quarter to half a pound of fresh steelhead trout — Roth’s Fresh Markets is a good option — prepare it with one’s preferred seasonings, wrap it in foil and cook it in the oven – when that is being cooked, heat water to make a simple box of Annie’s white cheddar mac and cheese shells, as well as a separate pot to heat up a frozen vegetable mix, preferably with green beans, peas and carrots — the frozen vegetable packs are available for less than a dollar at Grocery Outlet. Top the mac and cheese with the portion of steelhead and mix in the vegetables.

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