Category Archives: Lifestyles

Mia Rollins, Staff Writer   Dressed in costumes and face paint, parents and kids lined up outside the doors of residence buildings bright and early to begin trick-or-treating on the Saint Martin’s University campus. Community Halloween took place on Oct. 28 right in the Saint Martin’s residence halls. The festivities began at 10 a.m. andContinue reading “Saint Martin’s welcomes trick-or-treaters for community halloween”

Taylor Gersch, staff writer   With the continuous increase of tuition year after year, college students are constantly looking for ways to make money while trying to balance classes and extracurricular activities. One local resource available to students is Saint Martin’s job posting webpage, Saints4Hire. Saints4Hire is a search engine provided by the career center,Continue reading “Alternative says to pay for college”

Mariah Partin, Staff Writer   Last month, Apple Inc. introduced new smartwatches, an Apple TV, the new iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. However, the main attraction was the new iPhone X, set for release on Nov. 3. According to ABC news, Apple’s senior vice president Phil Schiller and CEO Tim Cook presented the iPhone 8Continue reading “The new iPhones and Apple products excite consumers despite hefty price”

Taylor Gersch, Staff Writer   What exactly is Oktoberfest? Traditionally starting in the third weekend of September and ending the first Sunday of October, it is a grand Bavarian event attracting crowds of people. Prince Ludwig, who was to become King Ludwig, was set to marry Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen on Oct. 12, 1810 inContinue reading “A Pacific Northwest Oktoberfest”

Jessica Varvil, Staff Writer   Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm is nestled in rural Olympia just 20 minutes from Saint Martin’s University. The idyllic, family farm features apples trees, a pumpkin patch and a large barn filled with locally farmed produce, canned goods and cider. From the end of September through October, Lattin’s hostsContinue reading “Applefest at Lattin’s Cider Mill showcases local businesses and family friendly events”

Amy Pollard Staff Writer On April 15, twenty-five students were inducted into the Society of Fellows, Saint Martin’s honorary society, at the spring Colloquium. The ceremony included recognition of student achievements, presentation of certificates and medallions, a keynote address from Dr. Ian Werrett, and a reception for the newly inducted members to celebrate with family andContinue reading “Honoring Student Achievements: Society of Fellows Colloquium”

Cassidy Choi Staff Writer Every year, Saint Martin’s University hosts Scholar’s Day for students to showcase their research for the community.  With growing popularity for Scholar’s Day, students are adamant about presenting their findings.  The range of topics is endless with each presenter knowledgeable and professional in his or her field. While some of the participantsContinue reading “Scholar’s Day showcases students’ talents”