Category Archives: Features

Shy Yamasaki, Staff writer You all may be wondering, “what’s going to happen with the 2021 Olympic Games?” Since COVID-19 canceled all major events like the 2020 Olympic Games, the board decided to push the games back to 2021 to be safe. It will now be held in late July to early August of thisContinue reading “2021 Olympic Games Updates”

Andrew Oslin, Content Creator  Saint Martin’s University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has started off the semester on a high note by rolling out blueprints for community service projects, professional development and fundraising opportunities. “We were able to break out into groups and come up with a plan of attack for each sub-committee,” said Julia Lucas,Continue reading “SAAC Starts Off Semester with Strong Involvement Plans”

Brianna Lopez, Staff Writer  Getting to know those around you is a very important part of living on the Saint Martin’s campus. This week’s spotlight features none other than one of our fantastic Monks, Brother Luke. Born in Maryland, Ohio, he and his family moved around a lot. His family consisted of his parents, twoContinue reading “Monks Spotlight: Brother Luke”

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”

Sophia Kobernusz-Gibbs, Staff Writer  Oct.12th is recognized as Indigenous People’s Day, a day meant for the celebration of Indigenous heritage. This push of acknowledgement for those whose lands we reside on started in 1990 in South Dakota, and has begun to spread across the United States. National Public Radio (NPR)  states that “at least 10Continue reading “Indigenous People’s Day: Celebrating tribal heritage through cultural education”