Studying away is a privilege, not a right

Before I decided to go to Pacific Lutheran University, I learned about all the adventures and study away opportunities available to students. The programs at PLU are top-notch too....

Letter from the editor-in-chief: Change is our constant

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What will ASPLU be remembered for?

As I count down the days until graduation, I’ve begun spending some serious time reflecting on Pacific Lutheran University.  I think of how much has changed since I came...

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Context counts for all our content

By Jessica Trondsen,  Editor-In-Chief On the front page of our April 11 edition, we published a stand-alone photo of senior Edith Leal holding a sign at a local deportation center...

LETTER FROM THE SENIOR COPY EDITOR: Anti-Rape Wear: the fine line between victim blaming...

Rape has been a problem throughout human history, but one company claims it can help be part of rape prevention — AR (Anti-Rape) Wear. Advertised as “a clothing line...

Words are Words

We live in a society that is becoming more and more accepting of women’s rights with every generation. There is no arguing that this trend is positive for everyone...

LETTER FROM THE NEWS EDITOR: A response regarding the representation of women in media

In Pacific Lutheran University’s student-run media, we pride ourselves on inclusivity.We try to work together, integrate with other offices and do our best to be as inclusive as possible. However,...

The Real Thanksgiving

By Kelli Breland, A&E Editor The word "Thanksgiving" usually brings forward images of steaming turkey, buttery mashed potatoes, festive cornucopias and happy pilgrims sharing a meal with "the Indians." Corporate marketing,...

Spend Thanksgiving giving thanks, not shopping

The day after Halloween, my friend and I were shopping at Target, hoping to score some 50 percent off Halloween candy. When we walked into the store, a scary...