Written By: Cassandra England On February 1st, 2025, Lacey Parks and Recreation hosted its Cultural Celebration, an event in which multiple cultures came together to celebrate the diversity of Lacey, Washington. The celebration highlighted many cultures from Ireland, Mexico, Spain, China, Thailand, Japan, and many other countries. Booths and stores spread throughout Saint Martin’s Pavilion,Continue reading “Lacey Parks Hosts a Cultural Celebration”
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The Downsides of Pretty Privilege in Today’s Society
Written by: Kamara White In a society that has gradually started to become driven by appearances, “pretty privilege” has become more evident, quietly influencing social hierarchies and creating biases throughout time. Pretty privilege refers to the advantages that people deemed conventionally attractive receive, whether it’s biased preference, easier access to opportunities, or accumulation of freeContinue reading “The Downsides of Pretty Privilege in Today’s Society”
SMU Baseball Program Receives A Huge A Grant
Written by: Kamara White The Saint Martin’s University Baseball Program received an anonymous donation of $1.5 million on February 11th, 2025. The general allocation of the funds will go towards the renovation of the SMU Baseball facilities and equipment. This donation is the largest donation that has ever been gifted to Saints Martin’s University AthleticsContinue reading “SMU Baseball Program Receives A Huge A Grant”
2025 Grammy’s Recap
Written by: Lylah Tran The annual 2025 Grammy Awards, held on February 5th at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, recognized artists who shaped the past year in music. The event took place against the recent wildfire, with an opening tribute that emphasized resilience. “The 2025 Grammys were a night of remarkable performances and long-awaitedContinue reading “2025 Grammy’s Recap”
ASSMU Elections 2025: Candidates Share Their Vision for Student Leadership
By: Sahar Yousofi As the 2025 ASSMU elections approach, candidates and current ASSMU team members are stepping forward with a shared commitment to shaping a stronger, more inclusive Saint Martin’s University. From fostering student engagement to ensuring representation across various communities, each candidate brings unique perspectives and goals for their respective roles. The Belltower hadContinue reading “ASSMU Elections 2025: Candidates Share Their Vision for Student Leadership”
Jocelyn Saribay Makes History with SMU’s First Women’s Weight Throw Championship
By: Sahar Yousofi On a historic weekend in Spokane, Washington, Jocelyn Saribay etched her name in Saint Martin’s University (SMU) history by securing the gold medal in the women’s weight throw at the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Championships. With a powerful final throw and an unshakable belief in herself, Saribay not only achieved aContinue reading “Jocelyn Saribay Makes History with SMU’s First Women’s Weight Throw Championship”
Spring 2025 Involvement Fair: Connecting Students with Campus Life
Written By: Sahar Yousofi On a Wednesday afternoon from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., the Saint Martin’s University campus buzzed with the energy of students discovering new ways to get involved. The Spring 2025 Involvement Fair welcomed students into a warm, engaging environment on the third floor of Cebula Hall, where they explored a varietyContinue reading “Spring 2025 Involvement Fair: Connecting Students with Campus Life”
Kendrick Lamar’s Superbowl Halftime Show
Written By: Kamara White The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 2025, securing a 40-22 victory to claim their second championship. The Eagles’ performance was a complete team effort, with quarterback, Jalen Hurts leading the charge. According to ESPN, Hurts passed for 221 yards, threw two touchdowns, and added a rushingContinue reading “Kendrick Lamar’s Superbowl Halftime Show “
Nationwide TikTok Ban Sparks Debate Over Security and Free Expression
By: Lylah Tran On Sunday, Millions of U.S. TikTok users woke up to find the popular video-sharing app inaccessible, following a federal ban requiring ByteDance–TikTok’s China-based parent company–to sell its U.S. operations or face extermination from app stores. The ban passed by Congress in April with bipartisan support led to Google and Apple pulling TikTokContinue reading “Nationwide TikTok Ban Sparks Debate Over Security and Free Expression”
The Belltower Reboot: A Fresh Start for SMU’s Student-Run Newspaper
Written By: Kamara White Saint Martin’s University’s student newspaper, The Belltower, is undergoing a major reboot this spring following the retirement of its previous advisor and former SMU Professor, Doug Barker, and the departure of nearly all its staff members. With new leadership and a fresh team assembled, the publication is geared up for aContinue reading “The Belltower Reboot: A Fresh Start for SMU’s Student-Run Newspaper”
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