Jessica Varvil, Staff Writer The new school year at Saint Martin’s University was accompanied by the hiring of several new faculty members. These staff additions bring experiences including across the country in a variety of different disciplines from engineering, education and business. Waiting outside the offices in Cebula Hall, students and visitors examine theContinue reading “New faculty at Saint Martin’s bring intresting skills and perspectives”
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Alternative says to pay for college
Taylor Gersch, staff writer With the continuous increase of tuition year after year, college students are constantly looking for ways to make money while trying to balance classes and extracurricular activities. One local resource available to students is Saint Martin’s job posting webpage, Saints4Hire. Saints4Hire is a search engine provided by the career center,Continue reading “Alternative says to pay for college”
The new iPhones and Apple products excite consumers despite hefty price
Mariah Partin, Staff Writer Last month, Apple Inc. introduced new smartwatches, an Apple TV, the new iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. However, the main attraction was the new iPhone X, set for release on Nov. 3. According to ABC news, Apple’s senior vice president Phil Schiller and CEO Tim Cook presented the iPhone 8Continue reading “The new iPhones and Apple products excite consumers despite hefty price”
Teeing off with Tyler Fitchett
Nathan Pearsall, Staff Writer A freshman out of Yakima, Wash., Tyler Fitchett brings a powerful punch to an already lethal lineup on our Saints golf team. Fitchett found his first round at the collegiate level to be a fun one, shooting a 69 and finding himself on the All-Tournament First team after his firstContinue reading “Teeing off with Tyler Fitchett”
SEIU withdrawals petition for unionization from NLRB
Sabrina White, Editor-in-Chief Brian Messing, Section Editor Recently the Saint Martin’s University Faculty Union Organizing Committee announced their withdrawal of their petition to unionize at SMU with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). This decision comes after months of negotiations and demonstrations by the unionizing faculty, as well as student supporters and outside communityContinue reading “SEIU withdrawals petition for unionization from NLRB”
An apology to the Saint Martin’s Community
Katherine Pecora, Managing Editor To my professors and classmates, I have to apologize for the insensitive and offensive material published on the back page of our last issue. I have had professors and classmates alike confront me about why this was put into a paper who’s goal it is to contribute to the buildingContinue reading “An apology to the Saint Martin’s Community”
The Blessed Virgin Mary and the Rosary
Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer One of the most well-known events in the Christian Bible is when Mary says “yes” to become the mother of God. Her “yes” changed the course of humanity, as a savior was brought into the world. When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her that she would bearContinue reading “The Blessed Virgin Mary and the Rosary”
A Pacific Northwest Oktoberfest
Taylor Gersch, Staff Writer What exactly is Oktoberfest? Traditionally starting in the third weekend of September and ending the first Sunday of October, it is a grand Bavarian event attracting crowds of people. Prince Ludwig, who was to become King Ludwig, was set to marry Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen on Oct. 12, 1810 inContinue reading “A Pacific Northwest Oktoberfest”
Crime on campus: a summary of the annual fire and safety report
Bethany Montgomery, Section Editor On Sept. 29, the Office of Public Safety released their Annual Security and Fire Safety report to the entire SMU campus. Each year, the Office of Public Safety is required to inform students of SMU’s up-to-date security policies, emergency alert system information, crime report procedures and disciplinary policies. The SecurityContinue reading “Crime on campus: a summary of the annual fire and safety report”
Applefest at Lattin’s Cider Mill showcases local businesses and family friendly events
Jessica Varvil, Staff Writer Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm is nestled in rural Olympia just 20 minutes from Saint Martin’s University. The idyllic, family farm features apples trees, a pumpkin patch and a large barn filled with locally farmed produce, canned goods and cider. From the end of September through October, Lattin’s hostsContinue reading “Applefest at Lattin’s Cider Mill showcases local businesses and family friendly events”
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