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.
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‘Whatcom Listens’ to all student voices
By Naira Gonzales Aranda With mixed emotions running high on the week of inaguration, students gathered informally to express their concerns. Whatcom Community College’s office of students organized a meeting earlier this month called “Whatcom Listens” which both students, and staff. Everyone there got a chance to express what was…
Orcas keep pressure on Peninsula Pirates
By Justin Busby Whatcom men’s basketball continues their impressive pre-season form with their eighth win in nine games against Olympic College while the women’s team offensive efficiency makes them one of the most dangerous scoring teams in the conference.
Suicide prevention group raises awareness
By Dustin Rich In a community with a diverse population of young adults, many of the pressing problems effecting this demographic go unmentioned or even unnoticed.
Students new to art are “daring to draw”
By Cailean Mcleod Katherine Taylor’s Dare to Draw I class has attracted many people who crave artistic talent, but think they lack the skills. The five session class that started on Sept. 28 has already concluded, but those students who missed out on the opportunity can sign up for the…
WCC students recognized by Gov. Inslee
By Antonio Unpingco Gov. Jay Inslee commended Whatcom Community College students Na Eun Kim and Alan Alatorre at the 21st annual All-Washington Academic Team ceremony in Olympia on March 24.
Noisy Water Review seeks submissions
By Cailean McLeod Whatcom Community College is alive with artistic potential, which is what the Noisy Water Review is here for. The small team that runs the Noisy Water is always willing to take in art submissions of all genres and from all types of students for its blog.
Growth is all in your mind
By Evan Leahy As a student, it can be easy to get bogged down in results, but a new approach to learning suggests your “mindset” is far more important to long-term success than any specific outcomes. Whatcom Community College’s Faculty Learning Community held a forum at Heiner Theatre April 14th…
Longtime WCC coach heads to Western
By Tyler Howard Former Interim Director for the Athletic Department and former head coach for men’s basketball at Whatcom Community College, David Dunham, has accepted the position as the new assistant coach for men’s basketball at Western Washington University.
Pottery teacher Ené Lewis wins Faculty Excellence Award
By Joel Longnecker Once a year, Whatcom Community College presents one full- time and one adjunct faculty members with the Puget Sound Energy award for Faculty Excellence. The awards process is handled by a Professional Advisory Committee, which is comprised of faculty members who serve several yearlong terms on the…