Story By Peter Stampher Burning ambitions at Whatcom Community College are attempting to slow climate change by encouraging divestment from fossil fuel companies. Whatcom’s participation in the international divestment campaign is directed by its Sustainability Club. A divestment is an act opposite that of an investment. The fossil fuel divestment…
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Spring Fun In The Sun For Everyone
Story By Peter Stampher Photo By Alix LeTouzé As the sun emerges, Whatcom Community College students are provided with plentiful physical and social opportunities to enjoy the change of season. Off-campus, a student I.D. unlocks access to sailboats, kayaks and windsurfing equipment. On campus, clubs meet to enjoy organized sports…
CCF: More Than Just Pancakes
By Taylor Nichols The Campus Christian Fellowship (CCF) is the only religiously-affiliated club at Whatcom Community College, and provides a place for students to explore the Christian faith together. Kaleb Cuevas and Kristin Sale are two of the group facilitators who run CCF, which Cuevas said is dedicated to providing…
Putting The Environment First- Initiatives Promote Sustainability at Whatcom
By Taylor Nichols Whatcom Community College’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint left by the school can be seen all over campus, from compost bins to bike racks. In 2008, the college-wide focus on sustainability became more prominent when Whatcom made it a goal in its Strategic Plan to “strengthen…
Veteran’s Hardships- Life After Service
By Derek Langhorn When veterans return home from war, they must often reintegrate into civilian life, and some may face struggles. On April 17 at Whatcom Community College, a seminar geared towards veterans highlighted one problem that many veterans may face: homelessness. Called Housing Options for Veterans, three community members…
Enter Whatcom’s Matrix
By Victoria Clack Whatcom Community College offers an award-winning Computer Information Systems (CIS) program that provides career training and employment opportunities for students at Whatcom. “We are trying to make people employable,” said Corrinne Sande, the program coordinator. Scott Sisco, a Whatcom student in the CIS program said that there…
Tidepools and Trees
Story by Taylor Nichols As the spring begins and the weather improves, many in Bellingham enjoy the change in season by seeking outdoor activities. Larrabee State Park is among the destination points for those looking to spend some time in the forest. The park, which houses a campground, provides trails…
Student Club Discusses Gender Identity
By Corban Brantley Gender is a complex idea, and some people find that they are uncomfortable with the one they are assigned at birth. Synergy Club at Whatcom Community College is a group that meets weekly to discuss problems that transgendered students face. “Synergy acts as a support group,” said…
The New Building You Probably Haven’t Seen Yet
By Rob Andrilla Students returning to Whatcom Community College after spring break may notice a new structure on the far side of the soccer fields: the Auxiliary Services Building. It is home to Whatcom’s mailroom, as well as the Copy and Print Center, and serves as the base of operations…
Learning A Silent Language- Sign Language Classes At Whatcom
By Ryan Tipper Photo by Lyric Otto With many different degrees and prerequisites requiring today’s high school and college students to expand their horizons and learn a new language, a large amount of choices are available to them. While many of these require the use of vocals, one of them…