Staff Writer, Prya Oliveira College is never what it seems because you can never truly prepare for it. You can give an incoming student the “best” advice, but everyone experiences this journey differently. There are so many college related quizzes online about “Which college is your best fit,” or “What type of roommate will youContinue reading “College expectations vs. reality according to Saint Martin’s students”
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Faculty Spotlight: Heather Grob
Grace Gillespie, Staff Writer Heather Grob Ph.D. has graced Saint Martin’s University with her wisdom and joyful personality. If you are a business major, then you have likely had the opportunity to have Grob as your professor. Grob has spent 14 years working at Saint Martin’s as an associate professor of business and economicsContinue reading “Faculty Spotlight: Heather Grob”
Ask Kianna: How to break free from addictions
Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer Dear Kianna, I face many addictions and struggles on a daily basis. I get stuck in the same patterns and routines and really want to break out of these habits. I try to rise above them, but feel stuck and insecure and unconfident in my own abilities. Any advice wouldContinue reading “Ask Kianna: How to break free from addictions”
World Mental Health Day took place on Oct. 10
Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer On Oct. 10, 2019, World Mental Health Day was observed in recognition of all mental illnesses. This day is deemed to help raise awareness for mental health, end the stigma and negative associations that come with this topic, and continue to support the growth of programs and resources for mentalContinue reading “World Mental Health Day took place on Oct. 10”
A call for the Potterheads: Didn’t receive an owl, we got you covered!
Prachi Gohil Clubs and organizations are an integral part of any institution. They allow students to practice their management and leadership skills. With that being said, Saint Martin’s University currently has over 40 clubs and organizations on campus, which gives students equal opportunities to showcase their skills and interests. The campus is filled withContinue reading “A call for the Potterheads: Didn’t receive an owl, we got you covered!”
Bringing life to campus
Myki Dee Kim, Staff Writer Three months ago, the Saint Martin’s community welcomed Alexis Nelson to the position of Director of Campus Life. Originally from Minnesota, Nelson first moved to the west to attend a small liberal arts college in California. She then moved to the Pacific Northwest to work at Pacific Lutheran UniversityContinue reading “Bringing life to campus”
Ask Kianna Edition 14: What Masks Are You Wearing?
Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer Dear Kianna, who I am around my friends and in public is a lot different than who I am when I am by myself. I am afraid to expose the real me, afraid I will not be accepted. What do you think? -Hidden Dear Hidden, you are not alone. WeContinue reading “Ask Kianna Edition 14: What Masks Are You Wearing?”
Universities across the atlantic: A comparative piece
Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer My adviser told me that nothing would be certain during the first week of classes. This semester I am studying at St. Mary’s University College in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The first difference I noticed was scheduling. In the U.S., and specifically from my experience at St. Martin’s University, we areContinue reading “Universities across the atlantic: A comparative piece”
Saint’s aiding in the opioid crisis
Myki Dee Kim, Staff Writer In September 2019, Saint Martin’s University received a generous grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to help expand professions that help those suffering from opioid addiction. The grant totaled to $1.15 million, and will aid the expansion of workforce from September 2019 to August 2022. TheContinue reading “Saint’s aiding in the opioid crisis”
Laureatefest lineup 2019
Prachi Gohli Five Washington state poets laureate—Sam Green, Kathleen Flenniken, Elizabeth Austen, Tod Marshall, and the current poet laureate, Claudia Castro Luna were featured at Laureatefest 2019 on Sept. 21. This event was a wonderful example of what it means to be a liberal arts institution that seeks to integrate the power of theContinue reading “Laureatefest lineup 2019”
The Belltower 