Photos and Story by Lyric Otto On Saturday, May 4, the 10th annual Procession of the Species began behind the library at 3:30p.m. The parade was filled with people in lively animal costumes. The festivities continued as the animal train made their way to Maritime Heritage Park which was filled…
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Phi Theta Kappa- Fellowship, Service, Leadership And Scholarship
Story by Ryan Tipper Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is an international honors society for two-year colleges aimed at recognizing academic achievement in students and giving them opportunities to volunteer in the community and receive scholarships. Whatcom Community College’s chapter is called Alpha Xi Nu, and is made up of roughly…
Whatcom’s Clayground- Ceramics Classes Gain Popularity, Fill Up Quickly
Photos and Story by Rob Andrilla One particular set of art classes offered spring quarter and the quarters beyond at Whatcom Community College is ceramics. The program is run by two teachers: Rob Beishline and Ene Lewis. Beishline is the Ceramics Department’s head and has been teaching at Whatcom for…
Divestment: Campaign Urges Schools To Stop Supporting Fossil Fuels
Story By Peter Stampher Burning ambitions at Whatcom Community College are attempting to slow climate change by encouraging divestment from fossil fuel companies. Whatcom’s participation in the international divestment campaign is directed by its Sustainability Club. A divestment is an act opposite that of an investment. The fossil fuel divestment…
Spring Fun In The Sun For Everyone
Story By Peter Stampher Photo By Alix LeTouzé As the sun emerges, Whatcom Community College students are provided with plentiful physical and social opportunities to enjoy the change of season. Off-campus, a student I.D. unlocks access to sailboats, kayaks and windsurfing equipment. On campus, clubs meet to enjoy organized sports…
CCF: More Than Just Pancakes
By Taylor Nichols The Campus Christian Fellowship (CCF) is the only religiously-affiliated club at Whatcom Community College, and provides a place for students to explore the Christian faith together. Kaleb Cuevas and Kristin Sale are two of the group facilitators who run CCF, which Cuevas said is dedicated to providing…
Putting The Environment First- Initiatives Promote Sustainability at Whatcom
By Taylor Nichols Whatcom Community College’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint left by the school can be seen all over campus, from compost bins to bike racks. In 2008, the college-wide focus on sustainability became more prominent when Whatcom made it a goal in its Strategic Plan to “strengthen…
Veteran’s Hardships- Life After Service
By Derek Langhorn When veterans return home from war, they must often reintegrate into civilian life, and some may face struggles. On April 17 at Whatcom Community College, a seminar geared towards veterans highlighted one problem that many veterans may face: homelessness. Called Housing Options for Veterans, three community members…
Enter Whatcom’s Matrix
By Victoria Clack Whatcom Community College offers an award-winning Computer Information Systems (CIS) program that provides career training and employment opportunities for students at Whatcom. “We are trying to make people employable,” said Corrinne Sande, the program coordinator. Scott Sisco, a Whatcom student in the CIS program said that there…
Tidepools and Trees
Story by Taylor Nichols As the spring begins and the weather improves, many in Bellingham enjoy the change in season by seeking outdoor activities. Larrabee State Park is among the destination points for those looking to spend some time in the forest. The park, which houses a campground, provides trails…