By Shelby Ford Willie the Orca has made it to the Elite Eight of the Northwest Athletic Conference’s mascot challenge. The mascot challenge is a five-week competition for a $1,000 prize that will go to purchasing a new costume. Willie is currently No. 7 in the rankings, and moving into…
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Orcas hope for victory
By Justin Busby Tightly contested games have the Whatcom women in danger of a short season but new additions could bolster the lineup for the second half. The Whatcom women’s basketball team has worked incredibly hard every minute on the court, however it may not be enough as the team…
Whatcom Foundation offers scholarships, grants
By Justin Busby Students are encouraged to utilize as many resources at Whatcom as possible so they can continue to be successful during college including counseling, the math and writing centers, and the many different ways of getting money through scholarships or financial aid.
Learning Commons awaits green light
By Craig Gabrielson After nearly a decade of back and forth, Whatcom’s $35-million construction project, the Phyllis and Charles Self Learning Commons has made the Washington governor’s budget and is now pending state legislature approval. If approved, construction is set to begin in the summer of 2017.
Whatcom, the world is calling
By Shelby Ford Many dream of traveling the world, and many never get the chance. To walk the streets of Florence, take a cooking class in Barcelona, or spectate a sumo wrestling match in Tokyo. Traveling abroad is an incomparable experience that students rarely take advantage of.
Local discounts for students
By Naira Gonzales Aranda Student discounts continue to grow as local food markets, online stores, gyms, and even public transportation jump on the Whatcom student discount advantages.
‘Silence’ stirs emotions in viewers
By Justin Busby Three years ago, Martin Scorsese made a film about a rebellious Wall Street broker and his rise and fall from making $49 million in a year to running investment seminars in hotel ballrooms.
Outdoor Center makes enjoying winter easy
By Craig Gabrielson From a backpacking trip in Utah to basic bike repair, Whatcom students have full access to adventure through the Outdoor Center, located on the bottom floor of the Viking Union at Western.
Willie wobbles for Whatcom
Photos and Story by Shelby Ford Do you want to see Whatcom President Kathi Hiyane Brown and the cabinet members dancing with mascot Willie the Orca? Then head over to WCC Athletics Facebook page!
Orcas build momentum against Edmonds
By Justin Busby The Orca women finished the pre-season with a 4-5 record, an improvement from where they were last year coming into the first game 0-11. The Orcas sport the smallest line-up in the NWAC with six active players, meaning the starting five players usually play over 34 minutes…