Mariah Partin, Staff Writer In February, the White House, along with congressional Democrats and Republicans, finally approved a budget that the president signed after a very brief government shutdown. Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, delayed the vote with a “one-man blockade” according to the New York Times, and was the cause of the shortContinue reading “Bipartisan budget deal approved by White House”
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The history behind SMU’s Marty the mascot
Brenna Woslum, Staff Writer Have you ever wondered about the origin of our beloved mascot? Well, settle in, because here at the Belltower, we are in the business of getting answers. Saint Martin’s University was founded in 1895, and until the 1930s, operated as an all-boys’ school, providing the equivalent of a high schoolContinue reading “The history behind SMU’s Marty the mascot”
On the farm until the pigs fly: A country childhood
Jenna Gerber, Guest Writer On a dewy morning in the spring, a young Magdalena Scotto runs out to the barn at daybreak. Hearing the moos, she has bottles in hand ready to feed the hungry calves, one of the necessary tasks she needs to complete before she goes to school at 8:45 a.m. InsideContinue reading “On the farm until the pigs fly: A country childhood”
Ten SMU basketball players named to GNAC All-Academic Team
Lauren Allison, Staff Writer Ten Saints were named to the All-Academic team for the 2017-2018 Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) season. To be eligible for the GNAC All-Academic Teams, a student-athlete must be of sophomore standing or higher, be in their second season competing at their current institutions and have a cumulative GPA ofContinue reading “Ten SMU basketball players named to GNAC All-Academic Team”
BLP summit promotes leadership growth in students
Abigail Lowrie, Layout Manager Each fall, the first phase of the Benedictine Leaders Program teaches new students what it takes to be a Benedictine leader, following our core themes of community, service, reason and faith. This year, speakers included Katie Wieliczkiewicz (community), Dr. John Hopkins (reason), Angela Carlin (faith), and Dr. Jeff Crane (service)Continue reading “BLP summit promotes leadership growth in students”
To bite or not to bite: The truth behind dog breed statistics
Hannah Gabel, Staff Writer When it comes to dog breeds, there are a lot of debates and assumptions made on whether certain breeds are “good” or “bad.” These can be very broad, and blanket terms to describe a dog species as a whole, and can lead to some negative images about certain dog breedsContinue reading “To bite or not to bite: The truth behind dog breed statistics”
Father Kilian remains a staple of Saint Martin’s
Gretchen Allen, Staff Writer If you want to take a look at what life as a monk is like, then dive in with me as we talk with Father Kilian about his opinions on life, faith, Saint Martin’s, and his up and coming rapper name. Father Kilian has been at Saint Martin’s since 1952,Continue reading “Father Kilian remains a staple of Saint Martin’s”
Dietary restrictions and medical conditions seemingly of no concern at café
Sabrina White, Editor-in-Chief With the excitement surrounding the renovations of Saint Gertrude’s Café, and the hope for a revamped menu as well, many students have started to feel disappointed with the daily selections offered. From serving the same food a few days in a row, especially at dinner, to a lack of options forContinue reading “Dietary restrictions and medical conditions seemingly of no concern at café”
Saints break school records at GNAC Championships
Vanessa Kuffner, Staff Writer The Track & Field Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) championships were held in Boise, Idaho this past month. We had multiple Saints make it to the finals, and break personal and school records across the board. Assistant coach Atanas Atanassov stated, “I think it was a very good performance becauseContinue reading “Saints break school records at GNAC Championships”
English degree requirements: A closed book?
Amanda Chappell, section editor Saint Martin’s University offers a wide variety of degree options, in hopes of appealing to the interest of every student. From a plethora of science degrees to humanities, St. Martin’s provides career options for every mindset. One major that can often be overshadowed in the world of technology is English,Continue reading “English degree requirements: A closed book?”
