Category: Campus News

Cardboard Confections

Posted on by Annette Townsend

A smorgasbord of dessert in the Learning Commons provides a feast for your eyes. Student artists and library staff have worked together to create a sweet installation of art and books. Cardboard Confections, a food-themed art show, features student creations from the Visual Arts Department. Maya Moore’s “It Mayo Shock…

The Mañalac Piano Duo Gives a Pleasant Late Winter Recital

Posted on by Josh Hernandez

Husband and wife duo Dr. Gabriel Mañalac and Rebecca Mañalac treated an audience of students, faculty, and community members to an hour of engaging piano pieces in Heiner Theater on Wednesday, Feb 21. After a brief introduction from the duo, they began with French impressionist composer Maurice Ravel’s “Malagueña” and…

ASWCC Student Government gives every student a voice

Posted on by Horizon Staff

The ASWCC Student Government, which includes the Executive Board and the Senate, is working on several projects aimed at improving students’ experiences at WCC and amplifying their voices. ASWCC is the acronym for Associated Students of Whatcom Community College, whereas the ASWCC Student Government is the group of students selected…

Men’s Basketball Scores Another Success

Posted on by Faisal Abdi

Unlike the win on Valentines Day, last Saturday’s Men’s game against the Bellevue College Bulldogs was a slow-paced, low-scoring defense-oriented game. But by the end, the Orcas showed their dominance by winning with a 77-52 score. The game started slow with both teams going at it, both taking the lead…

Celebrating National Love Your Pet Day

Posted on by Josh Hernandez

February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day! For the holiday, we’ve collected students’ photos of their dogs, cats, reptiles, horses, and other pets to share with you, and we asked some of these pet owners what they love most about their pet. “I love that they are willing to…

Sweet Win for Men’s Basketball

Posted on by Faisal Abdi

Something was in the air this Valentine’s Day in the Whatcom Community College Pavilion! Yesterday, Feb.14, WCC’s Men’s Basketball team faced Olympic College – a rival to say the least, after they beat the Orcas in a thrilling double overtime that ended in a 112-105 loss in their last match….

January Weather a Rollercoaster Ride

Posted on by Annette Townsend

Whatcom County experienced extreme low and record-breaking high temperatures throughout January. Heavy snowfall mid-month temporarily brought the county to a halt. The month ended with communities along the Nooksack river on flood watch or experiencing moderate flooding. Official data for the month shows a record breaking 68 degrees on January…

Writing Center Offers Two New Workshops

Posted on by Mattie Sickafoose

Whatcom Community College’s Writing Center, located in the Learning Commons, is hosting two new workshops to help students with their needs when it comes to the transfer process and the scholarship applications – workshops they hope to consistently offer in the future as well. With WCC only offering a few…

An Interview with SIC Associate Director, Okazaki

Posted on by Violet Fowler

Fostering Inclusivity and Community Whatcom Community College’s Simpson Intercultural Center (SIC) serves as an inclusive hub, promoting diversity and unity within the campus community. With a focus on providing a welcoming space for all backgrounds, the SIC plays a focal role in students’ lives. Associative Director Yusuke Okazaki described the…

Serving Students: How WCC’s Intercultural Center Makes an Impact

Posted on by Seraphina wiesen

The Peer Mentor Program at the Simpson Intercultural Center (SIC) of Whatcom Community College is making a significant impact on student success and retention. Created two years ago, this center aims to provide support and mentorship to students from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds. By fostering a sense of belonging…