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Varsity Sports

Men's soccer kicking into high gear

The Western men’s soccer team had an outstanding 2016 season, finishing second in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference. With the 2017 campaign about to kick off, Western is shooting to win the GNAC championship.


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Recreation

Healthy fitness habits for college

Student life gets busy, and throwing exercise in the mix can be a challenge. A study published in the International Journal of Sport Exercise and Psychology estimates 50 percent of people who begin an exercise program will drop out within six months. However, many Western students and Wade King Student Recreation Center fitness trainers know techniques you can use to stay fit with a packed college schedule.


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Arts & Music

Playlist of the Week: Backyard Party Under the Stars

Finding something to do on a summer night isn’t too difficult in Bellingham, but an intimate night with your closest friends often results in some of the best memories you’ll hold close. Under the moon and stars, a backyard set up with blankets and speakers is all you need. With all the right necessities you and your friends can create an ideal backyard set up, and this playlist includes some songs that will give you all the feels.


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Recreation

Lakewood's got what floats your boat

Lakewood Boathouse provides a location along the shores of Lake Whatcom for students and the community to partake in watersports, but they do more than just rentals. From June to August, Lakewood runs college courses and programs for children that teaches participants how to operate the equipment at its facility.


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People

Viking Veterans

Through the Veteran Services Office, VSO, veterans at Western have built their own community. The connections they create with their fellow veterans can provide them with a valuable support system as they pursue their education at Western.


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