Author Hedrick Smith Comes to Whatcom Pulitzer Prize winner and author of “Who Stole The American Dream” will be coming to Whatcom Nov. 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Heiner Theater to discuss his book. Hedrick Smith worked as a reporter and editor for The New York Times…
November 12, 2013
Learning by example
Story by Derek Langhorn Dr. Sarah Roseberry Lytle, during a recent talk about children and brain development at Whatcom Community College, recalled the words of Mr. Rogers: “We have to help give children tools, building blocks for active play. And the computer is one of those building blocks. No…
October 29, 2013
Council Notes: Voter registration A non-profit volunteer came to Whatcom to register voters, and will come periodically throughout the quarter. Funding Proposal for English Faculty Workshop- A motion was passed to fund two students and a faculty member to the Two-Year College English Association National Council of English Teachers conference….
October 29, 2013
Whatcom’s Oktoberfest Fan Appreciation Day- The Programming and Diversity Board, Whatcom athletics, German club and the International Friendship club are putting on a fan appreciation day for Orca soccer Wednesday Oct. 30 on Orca field. There will be contests such as a goal kicking competition, and winners will receive prizes….
Got rhythm?
Story by Anna Browne Afro-Mexican rhythms are one of the core essentials that make up the dance and music troupe Las Cafeteras. The Los Angeles-based group recently performed in the Syre Auditorium at Whatcom Community College Oct. 21. The free show was open for both students and community members to…
A healing touch
Story by Anna Browne The massage therapy program at Whatcom Community College is one that has recently been expanding, and can offer many possible jobs upon completion. As a licensed massage practitioner, students can apply to work in a number of different facilities throughout the healthcare community, such as hospitals,…
“No on Initiative 522” funded by agribusiness
by Andrew Edwards The battle over Initiative 522, a bill on the November ballot that would require labeling of genetically modified foods in Washington, has become the most expensive initiative campaign in the state’s history. With more than $27 million contributed to the campaigns both for and against so far,…
October 29, 2013
by Taylor Nichols Painting and drawing are some of the oldest forms of expression and story-telling, dating back to cave paintings. People have been creating art for thousands of years, and to this day it is a coveted and respected manifestation of human creativity and emotion. 5 Pointz is a…
Whatcom Voices: What is your favorite place in Bellingham and why?
“I like the Oyster Dome because I like to do a lot of hiking… it’s very refreshing.” Cassandra Becerra, 18 “Whatcom Falls – swimming and catching crawdads. It’s really fun down there.” Ben Hill, 26 “Post Point. It’s very away from it all and I like that.” Griffith Gustafson, 21…
Council Notes
Name Plates A motion was made to spend $216.52 on name plates for the executive council members. It was passed. Movie Tickets A motion was made to purchase discounted movie tickets from Regal Cinemas for $8 each in quantities of 100, to be resold on campus. Study Space A student…