Ryne Oshiro, Staff Writer Keshara Romain starts about ten feet behind a white line that marks where she’ll take her first leap. As she starts to sprint, her eyes are locked on that line, where she launches herself off her right leg. Then she seemingly ignores gravity and appears to double jump in mid-air, andContinue reading “Jumping through the obstacles”
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GNAC looks to begin competition in January
Kierrla Yates, Staff Writer Athletes and fans of the Greater Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) are anxious to know how the winter and fall sports seasons will play out. The most recent release of information about these seasons was given on Oct. 2nd, when the CEO Board of the GNAC approved the initial plans of playingContinue reading “GNAC looks to begin competition in January”
Editor’s Note
Dear Belltower readers, When I began school at Saint Martin’s University in 2018, I never imagined finishing my studies amidst a pandemic. Despite the drastic changes to our publication, our staff has persevered to continue sharing the stories of our campus community. Thank you for your continued readership and support, as we have transitioned toContinue reading “Editor’s Note”
We must talk about mental health in college athletics
Andrew Oslin, Content Creator Collegiate student-athletes carry a rigorous workload and live in an environment structured around excellence, but leaving mental awareness out of the limelight has compromised their holistic well-being. There is a scourge of silence surrounding mental wellness in college athletics. A 2016 study indicated that one in four college athletes shows signsContinue reading “We must talk about mental health in college athletics”
Even flawed games set bars
Steven Gonzalez, Guest Writer Rogue Company is a broken mess of a game, yet there’s still something in this mess worth highlighting. Developed by Hi-Rez Studios, Rogue Company is a tactical third-person shooter that pits two teams of four against one another in a variety of game modes. A la Counterstrike, Rogue Company combines tacticalContinue reading “Even flawed games set bars”
Accumulation of Disposable Masks Leaving Washington state capital looking like a dumpster
Marcus Rice, Guest Writer With the use of disposable masks on the rise, more and more masks are being left on the side of the road, and it needs to come to an end. COVID-19 cases are rising by the day and people are wearing masks more often. Although many people have either made orContinue reading “Accumulation of Disposable Masks Leaving Washington state capital looking like a dumpster”
Thurston County general election sees greater voter turn-out
Sunya Chay, Staff Writer According to the Thurston County Auditor, 81.31% of registered voters voted in this year’s general election. This is 3.65% more than the 2016 election, with voter turn-out to be 77.66%. While the percentage difference is small, in contrast it makes a huge difference since this means that more people are usingContinue reading “Thurston County general election sees greater voter turn-out”
Surge in COVID-19 cases prompts recommendation for continued virtual learning
Sophia Kobernusz-Gibbs, Staff Writer Thurston County Superintendents and Heads of Schools received a recent letter from Thurston County Health Officer Dr. Dimayana Abdelmalek, regarding a recent surge in COVID-19 cases. In this letter, Dr. Abdelmalek remarked that on Oct. 23rd, Thurston County crossed into the high COVID-19 transmission range with a sudden surge in COVID-19Continue reading “Surge in COVID-19 cases prompts recommendation for continued virtual learning”
Saint Martin’s University marks 125 years with virtual celebration
Hillary Thompson, Staff Writer Saint Martin’s University was founded in 1893 by Bernard Locnikar. Starting out as a boys boarding school, Saint Martin’s progressed through the years, becoming the well known private intuition it is today. This year, in lieu of the annual gala, Saint Martin’s celebrated their 125th anniversary on Saturday, November 7th. TheContinue reading “Saint Martin’s University marks 125 years with virtual celebration”
Philippines Hit by Series of Typhoons in Early November
Emmanuel Son, Staff Writer In less than two weeks, the Philippines has been hit by two different typhoons. Typhoon Goni, known as Roli in the Philippines, hit the first week of November starting on the 1st (a Holy Day of Obligation where many Filipinos remember their deceased loved ones). The storm destroyed over 300 homesContinue reading “Philippines Hit by Series of Typhoons in Early November”
