Kaitlin Cunningham, Staff Writer For any DC Comics fans, the long-awaited “Birds of Prey” is out now. The much-anticipated female-empowered blockbuster was released on Feb. 7, and the buzz around the film has been endless. This riot of a movie is a sequel to the not-so-well-received “Suicide Squad,” which left DC fans and critics withContinue reading “Birds of Prey (and the fantabulous emancipation of one Harley Quinn)”
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Virus pops open its bottle of corona in Washington
Austin Lampky, Staff Writer On Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, Washington encountered the first known case of coronavirus in the United States. After returning to the state from a visit to Wuhan in China’s Hubei Province, an unidentified man from Snohomish County complained to his medical provider that he felt ill. He was then takenContinue reading “Virus pops open its bottle of corona in Washington”
Washington State Capitol hosts March for Life rally
Grace Gillespie, Staff Writer Although rain poured during the annual March for Life, hosted on the Washington State Capitol campus, that did not seem to dwindle the spirits of over 5,000 demonstrators in attendance. On Jan. 21, 2020, March for Life held a rally to promote pro-life activism. The organization strongly encouraged those inContinue reading “Washington State Capitol hosts March for Life rally”
The unsung heroes of campus programing
Myki Dee Kim, Staff Writer If you have attended a Saint Martin’s school dance featuring DJ Rad, bingo with the highest of stakes, packed the pavilion, or even played a round of quirky trivia in the café, you have enjoyed the work of Saint Martin’s University’s Campus Activities Board (CAB). This team of eightContinue reading “The unsung heroes of campus programing “
Movie Review: Scott Pilgrim vs the World
Grace Crocker, Staff Writer Scott Pilgrim vs the World: The Movie, was released in 2010 and directed by Edgar Wright. The film is based on a comic series written by Bryan Lee O’Malley, which also inspired its own video game. The film follows the journey of fictional character Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera), and hisContinue reading “Movie Review: Scott Pilgrim vs the World”
It’s the economy stupid: A talk with Andrew Barenberg
Taryn Zard, Staff Writer The overall economy of Washington is in a good position, with some of the lowest unemployment rates since 1969. According to Saint Martin’s University economics professor Andy Barenberg, Ph.D., the economy is doing pretty well, but there is always room for growth. People are working and the economy has lotsContinue reading “It’s the economy stupid: A talk with Andrew Barenberg”
NFL X-Factors Awarded
Ryne Oshiro, Staff Writer Whether they were established players or superstars in the making, this year’s 2020 National Football League (NFL) awards celebrated and honored its best players. Lamar Jackson, awarded Most Valuable Player, was extraordinary this season. Jackson silenced his haters by proving that he is not just a “running quarterback.” His statContinue reading “NFL X-Factors Awarded”
Amazon faces privacy concerns over Ring
Grace Crocker, Staff Writer Amazon Ring is marketed as a home security system with its main feature being a “doorbell” that can be accessed through an individual’s smartphone, allowing the owner to see through a camera embedded within the device in real time and communicate with people at the house. The product sells forContinue reading “Amazon faces privacy concerns over Ring”
Savanna Churlin: A saint with high hopes
Atlas Kulish, Section Editor Fortune favors the bold; and so it would seem with Savanna Churlin, a freshman at Saint Martin’s University. From the amazing faculty, to the tight knit campus community, Churlin had only great things to say about her experiences at the school so far. “I just felt like I fit inContinue reading “Savanna Churlin: A saint with high hopes”
Saint Martin’s hosts AVID students on campus
Myki Dee Kim, Staff Writer Across the country, 80,000 educators are trained to help prepare middle and high school students for college, potential career paths, and their overall future. These teachers are committed to closing the opportunity gap and ensuring an equitable and student-centered atmosphere for students across diverse backgrounds. The Advancement Via IndividualContinue reading “Saint Martin’s hosts AVID students on campus”
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