LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Concern over PLU’s response to contingent faculty plans to unionize
I am disappointed in the university’s response to unionization efforts by PLU contingent faculty. Given PLU 2020’s emphasis on an intensified university commitment to diversity, justice and sustainability, the...
Letter from the editor-in-chief: Reflections on issues past
By Jessica Trondsen, Editor-in-Chief
During weekly staff meetings here at The Mooring Mast, we think about three weeks at a time. We reflect on the last week’s issue, check that content...
A Feminine Critique: Don’t let false physiques keep you off the beach
By Ruthie Kovanen, Columnist
It’s getting to be that time of year when parkas and rain boots are put away and exchanged for swimsuits and flip flops. Similarly, it’s about that...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Union would not be end of process, but beginning
Many have now heard of the contingent faculty organizing to form a union on Pacific Lutheran University’s campus.Â
Indeed, many may well have read or watched the interviews with faculty...
Eight things that scare first years at the end of year one
By Anna Sieber, Columnist
At the beginning of the year, we were frightened by the sexual assault statistics, condoms in the bathroom and mystery smells permeating the buildings on campus.
Now,...
Tips for students returning home
By Alyssa Fountain, Columnist
Home is a concept that comes with a lot of connotations such as parents, your own bed and something from the past — we are going home...
Author’s visit offers new understanding of novels
By Vicky Murray, Guest ColumnistÂ
 The Common Reading Program is fast approaching its seventh year. Most Pacific Lutheran University students have had the opportunity to be a part of the program...
PLU problems as seen by a graduating senior
By Brian Bruns, Columnist
My time here at Pacific Lutheran University is coming to an end. I graduate in May and can truly say I have had a great time since...
Inequality between straight and gay endangering domestic violence victims
By Kelsey Mejlaender, Copy Editor
In a century that is redefining the normal family, intimate relationships are just as complicated as ever. On a national scale, society is slowly but surely...