Staff Writer, Hillary Thompson Over the past several months, the COVID-19 pandemic has vastly affected public health and has caused unemployment rates to rise. Companies have created certain vaccines, which have been in distribution throughout the country. To help the people in Washington who have been affected by the disease, the Washington State Senate hasContinue reading “Washington State COVID-19 Relief Bill”
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Second Round of Phases
Sophia Kobernusz-Gibbs, Staff Writer Gov. Jay Inslee first announced reopening phases in May 2020 with the Safe Start Plan. It consisted of four phases, and though no county in Washington got to the fourth phase, areas were able to get to the third, showing the beginnings of returning to normal life. Fewer social gatherings withContinue reading “Second Round of Phases”
Amazon’s Affordable Housing
Sunya Chay, Staff Writer Earlier this year, Amazon revealed its plan to help fund homes for low-income families. The Housing Equity Fund is a $2 billion plan to help create and maintain housing. This fund will focus on three different locations: the Puget Sound region, Nashville, Tenn., and Arlington, Va.. Amazon states, “The fund willContinue reading “Amazon’s Affordable Housing”
Sylvie’s Love Movie Review
Hillary Thompson, Staff Writer Sylvie’s Love was released on Jan. 27, 2020, and is now streaming on Amazon Prime. The movie illustrates a young woman meeting an aspiring saxophonist in her father’s record shop in 1950’s Harlem. Their love ignites a sweeping romance that transcends changing times, geography, and professional success. This movie portrays oneContinue reading “Sylvie’s Love Movie Review”
Campus Health Center
Sunya Chay, Staff Writer Since flu season is here, the possibility of getting sick is higher. Thankfully, the Student Health Center, located in Burton Hall, has resources to help. On their website, the Student Health Center lists the services that they offer including, “Basic medical care, limited disease management for chronic health problems, seasonal fluContinue reading “Campus Health Center”
Snowy Weekend at Saint Martin’s
Emmanuel Son, Staff Writer Between Feb. 11-14, much of the western Washington area was hit with the blast of a winter storm. While this year’s snowfall did not surpass 2019’s “Snowmageddon,” much of the accumulated snowfall made for notable numbers. The Seattle area this year saw about 8.9 inches of snow, which ended up settingContinue reading “Snowy Weekend at Saint Martin’s”
Spring Theatre Production in Progress Despite Pandemic
Andrew Oslin, Staff Editor The theatre department is looking forward to having a spring theatre production despite the complications arising from the pandemic. The main difference this year is that it will be composed of contributions from the actors in tandem with student writers and producers. In this way, three different classes will be collaboratingContinue reading “Spring Theatre Production in Progress Despite Pandemic”
Monk Highlight: Father Peter
Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer When Fr. Peter was younger, he was fascinated with the ceremonies of the Roman Catholic Mass. He was also intrigued with what the presider and servers did at the altar with the community responding to what was going on. In response to this, Fr. Peter became a server in the churchContinue reading “Monk Highlight: Father Peter”
COVID-19 Vaccine: Thoughts from students
Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer The COVID-19 vaccine has been distributed by various companies. Some of these companies are Moderna, CanSino Biologics, Sinovac, Johnson & Johnson and more. Many people around the country have already been receiving the vaccine because they are either first responders, front-line workers, or the elderly. Others within the community have also beenContinue reading “COVID-19 Vaccine: Thoughts from students”
Cafeteria and food: What Students are Thinking
Sophia Kobernusz-Gibbs, Staff Writer Burgers, tacos, or Buddha bowls, the café has likely made it this past year. Food sustains us, it’s something that we can find pleasure in, and it gives us a reason to come together. St. Gertrude’s Café in Old Main, with its outdoor seating overlooking the campus, is the primary eateryContinue reading “Cafeteria and food: What Students are Thinking”
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