Category Archives: Features

Tinsae Shifreaw, Staff Writer When it comes to going to college, Ja’Tarya Hoskins did not expect a national pandemic to change that experience. Hoskins is a freshman who is majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Writing and Legal Studies. When she is not working on homework or going to class, she’s at the track.Continue reading “Student Spotlight: Ja’Tarya Hoskins”

Tinsae Shifreaw, Staff Writer When the pandemic took effect here in the United States, many had questions on how long  COVID-19 will affect the country. When cases started to rise, the U.S. had to be on lockdown, for what should have been just a few weeks, but led to many months. Many businesses, during theContinue reading “Restaurant Closures amid the Pandemic”

Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer Before Andrea Shea became a Senior Academic Advisor, she worked in higher education in many different settings after graduating in 2006. Shea also worked in the fields of residential life as well as career and student employment, but wanted to work directly with students in their academic experiences. Shea was hiredContinue reading “Andrea Shea helps students take steps toward the future”

Andrew Oslin, Content Creator  Archibald Sisters, a small shop in Olympia that has sold fragrances, toys and eclectic giftware since 1975, is a curious destination often recommended to those who visit the capital city of Olympia. The shop is located at 406 Capital Way S, near the intersection at 4th Ave. The purple storefront isContinue reading “Archibald Sisters brings joy of discovery to downtown Olympia”

Nicole Hirao, Guest Writer The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (CAA) is a regional government agency that focuses on public health and the environment. However, they stand out because of their focus on equity and engagement by extending their efforts to include climate justice and community outreach programs. The CAA is responsible for monitoring theContinue reading “Puget Sound Clean Air Agency’s Focuses on Equity and Racial Justice”

Brianna Lopez, Staff Writer  Ian Werrett, Ph.D. is a professor in religious studies here at Saint Martin’s University. Werrett completed his undergraduate work from Saint Martin’s, before earning a Master of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Trinity Western University, and a doctorate in Biblical Studies from the University of St. Andrews. Werrett is fromContinue reading “Faculty Spotlight: Ian Werrett, Ph. D.”

Hillary Thompson, Staff Writer Junior Mariah Cox has worked hard to make an impact on her campus community. As a Secondary Education major, she is working towards a teaching career and is serving as the Senator of Education for Associated Students of Saint Martin’s University (ASSMU).  Cox talked about her majors and her overall experienceContinue reading “Student Spotlight: Senator of Education, Mariah Cox”

Taryn Zard, Staff writer Saint Martin’s musicians are wearing special masks and playing outdoors to keep the Wind Ensemble, Saints Pep Band, Jazz Ensemble playing.  When David Wacyk, Ph.D. was asked about what precautions they have put into place after the viral outbreak, he assured that they have been following the University and Center forContinue reading “Banded together: Saint Martin’s Band and Ensemble”

Taryn Zard, Staff writer Whether it’s a savory dinner, salty snack, or sweet treat, people everywhere enjoy consuming different foods. While many people hardly give their next meal a second thought, for some, it is not always a given that they would eat that day.. The Thurston County Food Bank offers a solution for thoseContinue reading “Thurston County Food Bank: Feeding The Community”