Category Archives: Features

Emma Dobbs, Managing Editor   As the United States prepares against the outbreak of the Coronavirus, Saint Martin’s administration has prepared faculty, staff, and students, to recognize and prevent the infection, travel safely, and be prepared for the possibility of a campus closure.  Saint Martin’s President Roy Heynderickx addressed the Saint Martin’s community through anContinue reading “Saint Martin’s administration prepares community amidst Coronavirus outbreak”

Bethany Montgomery, Staff Writer   Over the 125 years since Saint Martin’s was founded, more than half  have had the radiant presence of Fr. Kilian Malvey. Moving to Saint Martin’s in 1952, the monk had only positive anecdotes and fond memories during his decades at the institution.  For one, Fr. Kilian reflected on the structuralContinue reading “The anecdotes of a teacher, monk, student, and supporter: Father Kilian”

Mary Seiner, Staff Writer    “I want to help other people tell their stories…stories equal power; and often times, people have their power taken away from them,” said Savannah Schilperoort, a senior in her last semester at Saint Martin’s University. Schilperoort looks back on her life and the changes she has undergone as she movedContinue reading “Student Spotlight: Savannah Schilperoort”

Myki Dee Kim, Staff Writer   On Feb. 13, 2020, Saint Martin’s Marcus Pavilion was used as a celebration venue for those swearing an oath of allegiance to the United States of America. The 2020 Naturalization Ceremony began with America’s national anthem, “The Star Spangled Banner,” and ended with our country’s Pledge of Allegiance. TheContinue reading “Saint Martin’s hosts citizenship ceremony”

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”

Prya Oliveira, Staff Writer   This year for the Alternative Spring Break Immersion trip, Saint Martin’s is having students visit Flint, Mich. and McAllen, Texas to volunteer in their communities. Several students planning to attend the trip, provided insight on what the fundraiser was for, and whom it would benefit. Their fundraiser that sold KrispyContinue reading “Donuts for a good cause”

Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer    “I believe in the students who come here. I truly feel our students are hard working, dedicated, incredible individuals, and I don’t see myself anywhere else. I am honored to step into the classroom each day. I also share the halls with brilliant, talented, warm hearted, supportive colleagues,” said KeriContinue reading “Keri Graham: From Saint Martin’s student to Saint Martin’s faculty”

Colin Rivera, Staff Writer   It has been a century since women were granted the right to vote in the United States. The League of Women Voters (LWV) was established as an activist group and was part of the suffrage movement, and currently has more than 700 leagues across the nation. The LWV of ThurstonContinue reading “League of Women Voters to host community conversation”

Taryn Zard, Staff writer   Recently, in celebration of 125 years of the University’s core Benedictine values e.g. community, listening and respect for persons, Saint Martin’s has launched a new program to help benefit students’ overall safety and well-being. Saints Care is a single contact point for any and all student concerns. Whether your worriesContinue reading “Saints Care about you”

Grace Gillespie, Staff Writer    Every student and alumnus who has walked into Saint Martin’s has a different perspective on the impact this university has to offer. Saint Martin’s University recently announced the notable alumni of 2020 for its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards, which will be held on Feb. 8. Each alumnus has a uniqueContinue reading “Highlighting alumni for 2020 awards”