A treat for the eyes and ears awaits the audience this Thursday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Heiner 209. Yesterday afternoon, a preview of the collaboration between WCC’s Modern Dance students and WCC’s Contemporary Music Ensemble took place, with the performance highlighting student dance, music arrangements, improvisations and compositions. …
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Women’s History Month: Resources and Upcoming Events
This year’s theme for Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (tomorrow, March 8) is “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion,” which is meant to recognize women who have long understood the necessity to eliminate bias and discrimination from everyday life and institutions. The roots of Women’s History…
March Forth on March Fourth
The calendar of obscure and unofficial holidays contains many silly and fun observations, and rare is the day in any given month that does not have at least one. Yet, some of these holidays have a deeper meaning. Celebrated on March 4, March Forth and Do Something Day is a…
Cardboard Confections
A smorgasbord of dessert in the Learning Commons provides a feast for your eyes. Student artists and library staff have worked together to create a sweet installation of art and books. Cardboard Confections, a food-themed art show, features student creations from the Visual Arts Department. Maya Moore’s “It Mayo Shock…
The Mañalac Piano Duo Gives a Pleasant Late Winter Recital
Husband and wife duo Dr. Gabriel Mañalac and Rebecca Mañalac treated an audience of students, faculty, and community members to an hour of engaging piano pieces in Heiner Theater on Wednesday, Feb 21. After a brief introduction from the duo, they began with French impressionist composer Maurice Ravel’s “Malagueña” and…
ASWCC Student Government gives every student a voice
![The ASWCC Executive Board and Senators enjoys pizza while in Olympia attending [conference]. On the left, front to back: Trevor Austin - ASWCC Senator, Mariam Mohd - ASWCC Executive Vice President, Bella Nguyen - ASWCC Vice President for Operations and Dansie Lanz - ASWCC Senator. On the right, front to back: Krystan Andreason - ASWCC Vice President for Campus Advocacy, Heidi Farani - Director for Student Life and Development, Alaina Hirsch - ASWCC President and Devin Luna - ASWCC Senator.](https://i0.wp.com/www.whatcomhorizon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Council_edited.jpg?resize=576%2C360&ssl=1)
The ASWCC Student Government, which includes the Executive Board and the Senate, is working on several projects aimed at improving students’ experiences at WCC and amplifying their voices. ASWCC is the acronym for Associated Students of Whatcom Community College, whereas the ASWCC Student Government is the group of students selected…
Celebrating National Love Your Pet Day
February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day! For the holiday, we’ve collected students’ photos of their dogs, cats, reptiles, horses, and other pets to share with you, and we asked some of these pet owners what they love most about their pet. “I love that they are willing to…
“I Need to Start a Garden” Review
Portland-based musician Haley Heynderickx’s debut album “I Need to Start a Garden,” released in March 2018 under Mama Bird Recording Company, has recently garnered more attention, including mine, via TikTok recently when track two, “The Bug Collector,” experienced some virality. This indie folk album explores self-doubt, faith, love, and gardens…
A Spoiler-Free Look into ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’
Spider-Man fans rejoice! The much-anticipated sequel to the groundbreaking animated film “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” is set to web swing its way onto the big screen. Titled “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” this thrilling follow-up promises to take audiences on a mind-bending, multiverse adventure. Produced by Sony Pictures Animation in…
Studio Ghibli Films at Pickford Film Center: A Nostalgic Journey into Childhood
In a delightful treat for movie enthusiasts and animation lovers alike, the Bellingham Pickford Film Center has announced they plan to show the iconic works of Studio Ghibli. This unique cinematic experience promises to transport audiences back to their childhoods, recreating the joy people once felt as children. Starting this…