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MEGHAN HENRY, Evergreen opinion editor

Meghan Henry is a junior majoring in English literature, from Austin, Texas.

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Senior Maddie LaPourte (left) speaks to junior Conner LaCroix (right) in The Spark.

Incoming Cougs can lean on seniors

August 30, 2021
Everything about this new semester feels sweet: the weather, the in-person classes and even walking up the hills toward campus.

Letter from the editor: A sweet return to campus

August 26, 2021
For landlords and tenants alike, air conditioning does not seem to be a financial possibility. We need other ways to stay cool as the summer heat increases year to year.

Air conditioning too expensive for many, new ideas necessary to stay cool

July 19, 2021
A party game played among friends brings out the worst in them all, with hatred for each other and themselves laid out on the table in a way that makes you wonder what makes the movie worth watching.

Movie ‘The Boys in the Band’ is confusing mix of emotions

July 16, 2021
Pullman residents are coming together across the city to demand air conditioning units. No one should have to make do with fans in the boiling heat.

Satire: Recovered from heatwave, Pullman residents riot for change

July 12, 2021
Compared to the beloved film The Goonies, this movie lays the groundwork for understanding the importance of respecting culture, history and sacred land.

Movie Review: Every American should watch ‘Finding ‘Ohana’

July 5, 2021
Students work tirelessly in college to prepare themselves for future careers. Internships would help them reach that goal.

Students should apply for internships before graduating

June 28, 2021
Our university is writing students a check for financial failure that we do not know how to read — because we have not been taught.

WSU should provide UCORE classes that prepare students for post-graduate financial success

June 14, 2021
Not only should we see more representation of the AAPI community in film and media, but we should be learning about how to encourage and support representation for minorities in the correct way.

Accurate Asian American, Pacific Islander representation in film is vital

May 28, 2021
After a semester of supporting their fellow Greek students through online school, managing safety protocols for COVID-19 and leading individual chapters of their own, Greek leaders deserve a break.

Greek leaders deserve to rest this summer

May 28, 2021
The details of this movie are what make it great. The dumplings Ellies dad makes her, the letters Ellie writes for Paul, the train station where Ellie lives and Pauls familys sausage company are all important pieces of this story.

Movie Review: Watch ‘The Half of It’

May 21, 2021
Although some students may come to WSU with an idea of their dream job, it is normal for them to change their minds. Students should consider every option, and not have to worry about changing their major.

Students shouldn’t be afraid to change majors

May 17, 2021
Funky patterns and bright colors are coming back into fashion, just in time for spring.

OPINION: Students should add color to wardrobe this spring

April 29, 2021
OPINION: We should take advantage of springtime in Pullman 

OPINION: We should take advantage of springtime in Pullman 

April 22, 2021
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April 22, 2021
OPINION: System must provide justice for sexual assault

OPINION: System must provide justice for sexual assault

April 15, 2021
College students are really going through that (not) “Summertime sadness” this semester.

LETTER: Spring breakers turn spring broken

March 18, 2021
OPINION: Do Black lives matter to city council?

OPINION: Do Black lives matter to city council?

March 11, 2021
Campus resources supply a food pantry to students experiencing food-insecurity.

OPINION: Bring awareness to food scarcity among students

March 4, 2021
A dark moment in history took place not even one week into 2021.

OPINION: Those are insurrection words: What we can learn from the Capitol riots

February 17, 2021
Fashion changes every year and people follow changes every decade.

WSU’s online resources make learning about fashion accessible

February 4, 2021
Students are required to show proof of attestation before going to campus.

OPINION: WSU has prepared for COVID this time, students must take share of responsibility

January 28, 2021
Connection between people and pets

OPINION: COVID has silver lining for humane societies, new pet owners

January 27, 2021
Professor speaks to black screens, the reality of online learning.

OPINION: New semester brings opportunities for community growth in classroom

January 21, 2021
Finals, coronavirus stress and student life have all conspired to make student burnout even more prevalent than before.

OPINION: Beware of student burnout

December 10, 2020
Election stress is mentally taxing, but we can work past it moving forward.

OPINION: Electoral stress negatively affects our mental health

November 19, 2020
Tattoos and tattoo artists create understated, underappreciated works of art.

OPINION: Tattoos are a way to express creativity

November 11, 2020
Its important for students to have an outlet to express their creativity.

OPINION: Schools should encourage student creativity

October 28, 2020
Volunteering benefits others, and yourself. Its important to get out in your community and give back.

OPINION: WSU students should volunteer more

October 27, 2020
Don’t let politics turn you away from your humanity — stay connected with your neighbors, even if their political leanings may differ from yours.

OPINION: Keep your humanity while remaining political

October 22, 2020
Depending on what you find interesting, theres a podcast for all topics.

OPINION: Educate yourself with podcasts

October 21, 2020
Social media helps keep us informed and educated about political events. It encourages debate, discourse and conversation, which are key parts of building a more informed, engaged society.

OPINION: Social media informs voters through educated debate

October 8, 2020
Climate change is one of the most important topics of our time, and it needs to be discussed more in the debates.

OPINION: Presidential debates need to talk about climate change

October 6, 2020
Its highly important to be aware of whats going on, and reading the newspaper is the best way to do that.

OPINION: More people should read the newspaper

September 30, 2020
When determining whether to buy or adopt a new pet, adoption is always the best answer.

OPINION: Adopt, don’t shop for pets

September 29, 2020
Its tempting to cast blame on one group, but students and admin are both equally responsible for the COVID-19 problems in Pullman.

OPINION: Students, admin are both to blame for COVID spike

September 17, 2020
From wheat fields to waterfalls, the Palouse is full of secret outdoor treasures.

OPINION: Explore the Palouse

September 15, 2020
Big chains coming to town disrupts the flow and businesses of many local stores, especially restaurants, which hurts local business owners.

OPINION: Big chains are bad for small towns

September 10, 2020
The WSU Greek community needs to get over years of ingrained racism and accept members of color into their ranks.

OPINION: Greek community needs to prioritize members of color

September 9, 2020
While Greek leaders have been working to ensure COVID-19 safety, it’s up to their constituents to follow through and keep the Palouse safe.

OPINION: Greek members need to follow their leaders

September 3, 2020
The WSU Greek community needs to be more inclusive and welcoming of diverse members, whether thats race, sexuality or religion.

OPINION: Greek community needs more diversity

September 1, 2020
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