People want to get from point A to B in the quickest way but sometimes that path isn’t the one engineered by cities, or in this case, a university. Instead of taking the paved routes designed for foot traffic, we find shortcuts, cutting across lawns or hills to reach the destination quicker.
Western Washington University's Old Main and Wilson Library lawn are inviting a new sculpture to the area. The Bigger Big Chair, created by David Ireland, will make the move from the woods of the Fairhaven dorms to its originally intended location near the heart of campus.
Western Washington University’s Outdoor Center emphasizes community, fun and safety while promoting environmental responsibility on trip excursions.
Western's new dining service provider, Chartwells, looks to remodel the coffeehouse. Learn more about what is in store for the Underground, and what the Viking Union is doing to create new social spaces.
A recent exhibition in the Fine Arts Building made use of recycled materials for pinhole photography. Learn more about the process behind the photos and the importance of displaying student art.
Here’s what you need to know about this year's event.
The Club Hub offers a place for prospective clubs to get their start, and helps interested students navigate the many clubs Western has to offer.
The Office of Civic Engagement is hosting Local Action Week on Western Washington University’s campus. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about their community and how to be more involved in local politics.
Continuous cracking and water leakage called for Western Washington University to address the deferred maintenance of Fisher Fountain.
Artists at Western are coming up with new ways to get their pieces seen by the public. Whiteboard decorations and miniature drops are two of the creative methods that students have utilized to get their work seen by others.
Western wants you to bring your friends, family and yourself to their first-ever block party happening on May 11 at the track and field near the Wade King Rec Center.
The emergency buttons around campus are being phased out in favor of WesternSafe, Western's planned safety app. Learn more about what students will be able to use the app for and when it will be available.
The Black Student Union of Western Washington University is hosting their first heritage night since the COVID-19 pandemic. The event will celebrate Western’s Black community through performances and food.
The housing will aid in presenting many opportunities for community building among Latine students.
Wildlife photographer Art Wolfe came to Western Washington University on Friday to talk and display photos from his new book, “Wild Lives.”
This year's Bellingham Open brought in over 70 participants from Western and beyond. Learn more about what Western's chess club is doing to grow the chess scene in Bellingham.
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