Category Archives: Lifestyles

Ailina Cunningham, Staff Writer “Only 90s kids will remember when…” a phrase we hear all too often when referring to the pre-internet and electronic days. Now, to buy anything from pizza to school supplies, such as pencils, retractors, and calculators, one needs only to turn to their phone or laptop to buy everything. However, whenContinue reading “Student Online Shopping Habits”

Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer Saints have many of the opportunities that life on campus offers even with the precautions that the university has implemented.  Since much of the student body came back to school a couple of weeks ago, we all have had a difficult start trying to get into new routines. During the firstContinue reading “Students Return to Class”

Abigail Fuentes, Staff Writer The Northwest Earth Institute has integrated with EcoChallenge to help students discover new ways to make change more possible and powerful. The organization helps students stay connected in between session meetings and expand their network with others participating in the course. Professor Irina Gendelman and teacher’s assistant Francisca Anunobi, started theContinue reading “Saint Martin’s faculty lead students in national EcoChallenge”

Colin Rivera, Managing Editor  What did you have for dinner yesterday? More importantly, who did you share that meal with? These are two questions asked by the Japanese film Tampopo. The comedy by Juzo Itami, originally released in 1985, touts itself as “the first Japanese noodle western.” Through one main story and a series ofContinue reading “Tampopo: An open seat at the table”

Ailina Cunningham, Staff Writer If you are looking for a reliable source for local political coverage that you can view online, look no further than the Thurston County cablecast TV web series. On the Thurston County cablecast TV webcast series, Alexis Walker covered the current political news updates and provided clarity on the upcoming newsContinue reading “Thurston County Cable covers Election Night”

Tinsae Shifreaw, Staff Writer  Canna Cabana Subs and Shakes is a local Lacey, Wash. establishment that has specialized in serving creative subs and shakes, made with fresh ingredients, since 2015.  The menu at Canna Cabana includes gourmet subs and shakes with creative twists. Their ice cream for the shakes are hand scooped and old-fashioned, whileContinue reading “Canna Cabana serves local and creative subs and shakes”

Sunya Chay, Staff Writer With finals fast approaching, stress levels for many students are going up, and it can be hard to find ways to relieve stress. However, others turn to their furry friends. There have been many studies about how pets can help reduce stress. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), aboutContinue reading “How Our Pets Help Us Relieve Stress”

By Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer Have you ever thought about participating in an education program abroad or a summer international education excursion? With International Education Week (IEW) happening across the country during November 16th-20th, now is the perfect time to ask questions and educate yourself on the matter. This week celebrates the benefits of internationalContinue reading “International Education Week, and exploring study abroad”

Taryn Zard, Staff writer This year has been a wild one to say the least. Cosmically speaking, that statement also rings true. But through the chaos that seems to be going on, we can pause and perhaps find some inspiration and peace if we take the time to look to the night sky. 2020 hasContinue reading “2020: A cosmic timeline”