“Times are stressful for students with everyone just coming out of the pandemic and many students now having to get used to being on campus again. The Programming and Diversity Board (PDB) wanted to host an event to celebrate all of the hard work that students have put in and…
Fall quarter ends with a celebration
Exploring Youth Voter Turnout
Last November’s midterm elections saw one of the highest percentages of youth voters compared to past elections. 27% of those in the 18-29 age group voted in the 2022 midterms, which was the second highest after 2018’s 28%. However, it’s too soon to know the real results. “Analysts seem to…
Womens Basketball vs Douglas College
Playing the fourth game in four days after going 2-1 in the first three games, with wins against Big Bend and Spokane behind strong performances from Neomi Davidson, Whatcom Women’s basketball took on Douglas College, and some players were experiencing fatigue. “I mean, you know they have tired bodies,…
Mens Basketball vs Motion College
Whatcom Men’s basketball took on Motion College on Thursday, Dec. 8th coming in with a 3-3 record and a two-game losing streak. In a loss to Portland on Dec. 5th by a score of 97-82, the Orcas’ leading scorer Tawrence Shoffner was injured. Shoffner is averaging a conference-leading 23.6 points,…
From Running Start to running animation project
At 17 years old, most teenagers are focused on making the most of their high school experience, getting their license and driving for the first time or even landing a part-time job, but for Wes Warfel, it was joining Whatcom Community College and getting a headstart. Whatcom Community College offers…
Orca Sports Update 12/2
Men’s and Women’s basketball teams have kicked off their seasons! Men’s basketball had four games this past week and they went 3-1. The Orcas opened the season with a loss to Highline 84-72, but they have responded with three straight wins against Big Bend, Douglas College, and Northwest Indian College…
Puppies vs Kittens: Which is the Ultimate Pet?
Choosing a pet can be tricky, especially when faced with the challenge of picking between a puppy or a kitten as a new addition to the family. Ultimately, when it comes to picking many factors help us make a decision, primarily our personal preference and lifestyle. Puppies: Puppies need social…
Dropped classes leave Whatcom students behind
Canceled classes due to low enrollment cause disruption in the lives of Whatcom Community College students and faculty. When enrollment is low for classes that have been scheduled far in advance, substantial deliberation goes into deciding what steps to take going forward, explains Carla Gelwicks, Dean of Instruction at Whatcom….
¿Hablas Espanol? Whatcom Museum is ready for you
The Whatcom Museum, an art and natural history museum in downtown Bellingham is displaying its exhibitions to a new audience. “One of the barriers for some people to come in is not being able to read or understand the labels,” said Christina Claassen, the museum’s marketing and public relations manager….
Whatcom programs open conversations about mental health
Whatcom Community College hopes to combat the stigma around mental health by reaching out to students and bringing awareness to available resources on campus. “The stigma and stereotypes around mental illness induce and perpetuate feelings of shame, which keeps people from speaking up and seeking support,” said Carlyn Finerty, a…