Category Archives: Lifestyles

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”

Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer  Hummingbird Studio in Olympia, Wash. is a safe space to have fun while creating art. The main goal of the studio is to create art and meet new people who share the same love and passion for the activity.  The studio provides a safe space for those who have a heartContinue reading “Hummingbird studio provides a creative outlet for all”

Emmanuel Son, Staff Writer Throughout the state, many movie theaters have started reopening or have released their plans to reopen after Governor Jay Inslee had given the approval for limited capacity openings. AMC and Cinemark in Washington state opened on Oct. 16th.  With many restrictions on movie theaters in Washington, livelihoods and jobs have beenContinue reading “Some Washington movie theatres start to reopen amid COVID-19 restrictions”

Sophia Kobernusz-Gibbs, Staff Writer Saint Martin’s Career Center is a must-see location here on campus. The center is there for those who need someone to review their resume or to offer job advice. The Career Center staff encourages students to go to Career Fairs, etiquette dinners, or to arrange mock interviews while they are enrolledContinue reading “Saint Martin’s Career Center hosts virtual career fair”

Ailina Cunningham, Staff Writer  Our Common Home Farms is a project of Saint Martin’s University that specializes in creating quality produce with a wide variety of options, as well as selections that are commonly donated or offered up to people who need them. Volunteering at Our Common House Farms is a great way for studentsContinue reading “Our Common Home Farms: A Helping Hand to the Community”

Ailina Cunningham, Staff Writer Now that fall is finally here, everyone is looking for things to do to celebrate the season. Exploring the local area is a pastime of many college students. One local attraction available to the public, and a great source of fun, is Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm located in Olympia.Continue reading “Lattin’s Cider Mill: Local fun for fall”

Shy Yamasaki, Staff Writer Every October in downtown Olympia, many people gather to celebrate various arts. The Arts Walk event is usually a physical two-day event, but due to COVID-19, the City of Olympia is offering virtual and in-person viewing this year. The Arts Walk is going to take place throughout  October, which helps youContinue reading “City of Olympia hosts semi-annual Arts Walk”

Celine Winston, Staff Writer With the beginning of fall season comes fun activities like pumpkin patches and spooky haunts. Halloween is just around the corner, falling on a Saturday this year. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, gatherings are limited, and many places remain closed. However, there are still numerous fall activities open this year.  Hunter FamilyContinue reading “Local Lacey: Where to find seasonal fall activities”

Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer Taryn Zard, Staff Writer  Balancing college classes, jobs, extracurricular activities, friendships, and family obligations is hard. It can be even more tiring in the virtual setting where we are stuck looking at screens for many hours of the day. College students have always fueled their studies with a variety of energyContinue reading “Brain fuel or gruel: Caffeine and Saint Martin’s students”

Hillary Thompson, Staff Writer  Saint Martin’s is known for having many amazing clubs and organizations, one being the Associated Students of Saint Martin’s University (ASSMU).  Senior Hannah Salapka, who is a part of ASSMU, discusses the organization and their goals. “We are a senate made up of students from a variety of groups on campus.Continue reading “Associated Students of Saint Martin’s University: Understanding the student organization”