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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
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EDM, Disco Share Cultural Niche

Kyle Seasly December 12, 2013
I know I can recall the silly outfit that John Travolta wore on the cover of "Saturday Night Fever". His outfit, which represented the peak of disco of popularity for disco, made it seem like he was emerged from a different, sillier reality. Discothèques or discos emerged in the 1970s and peaked in the latter part of the decade. They represented a place where urban bourgeoisie people could dance, snort cocaine and socialize. It offered an alternative music to the domination of rock music. Discos were also notorious for their sexual promiscuity — on and off the dance floor.
Athletes Gain Crucial Benefits from Sleep

Athletes Gain Crucial Benefits from Sleep

Marah Alindogan December 12, 2013
Between classes, extra-curricular activities and much needed study breaks, sleep can be a luxury rarely offered to college students. However, sleep can take on a whole new meaning as a collegiate athlete. The individual sleeping habits of college varsity athletes could be fruitful or detrimental for their performance on and off the court. But how many hours of sleep should athletes be getting in a night? While the average person gets between five to 10 hours of sleep a night, athletes log in hours that are above the average, due to the strenuous activities their bodies undergo, according to the Better Sleep Council, a non-profit organization that advocates for the importance of sleep (bettersleep.org)
Bon Appétits New Holiday Menu Polarizing

Bon Appétit’s New Holiday Menu Polarizing

Molly Johanson December 12, 2013
Bon App adds some North Pole flavor to the Fire and Spice experience with mixed reviews.

Jill of the Jungle’s Creative Aesthetic Won’t Disappoint

Toby Alden December 12, 2013
Before Epic Games made it big off of "Gears of War" and its sequels, they were called Epic MegaGames, and they made shareware games. Shareware was a distribution model for games in which companies gave away a portion of their game for free and encouraged people to share it with each other via online bulletin boards that served as precursors to today's internet forums.
Whitman Provides Housing, Community Ties Over Long Breaks

Whitman Provides Housing, Community Ties Over Long Breaks

Lorah Steichen December 12, 2013
Whereas many colleges charge students for housing accommodations over breaks, Whitman offers the service free of charge during the academic year. In addition, every international student is given the option of having a friendship family, a family from the community with whom they are able to build a relationship in order to support their transition to school in the United States.

Winston Investigation To Have Lasting Repercussions

Dylan Snyder December 12, 2013
After an investigation that raised a lot of questions, Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston was not charged with sexual battery. While the investigation is over, Winston and his accuser will continue to have to deal with the repercussions.
True Facts: Holiday Edition

True Facts: Holiday Edition

Melina Hughes December 12, 2013
All right, y'all, it's time to drop some 100 percent accurate knowledge jingle-bombs, so get ready. It's the holiday season, and there are a lot of rumors out there about what's going on. Some people call them "holiday tales" or "carols," but I call them lies. Don't worry, though. I have some legit facts for you.
Cross Country Team Unites Community for Cause

Cross Country Team Unites Community for Cause

Mitchell Smith December 12, 2013
On the night of Thursday December 6, temperatures in Walla Walla reached 11 degrees Fahrenheit, and with the six mile per hour wind blowing, it felt like one degree. Instead of curling up in their rooms like most people would, the Whitman cross-country team was outside, running lap after lap after lap around Ankeny Field.
Blue Moon Expands Digital Media Presence on Campus

‘Blue Moon’ Expands Digital Media Presence on Campus

River Sterne December 12, 2013
"Blue moon's" Digital Media staff hosted a Digital Media Opening in Reid Campus Center on Friday, Dec. 6 to present their work to the public. The opening featured two videos played on the walls of the art gallery, as well as other pieces done by "blue moon" staff members and submitted by students.
Debate Team Collaborates with Penitentiary for First Ever Debate

Debate Team Collaborates with Penitentiary for First Ever Debate

Sam Grainger-Shuba December 12, 2013
Two years ago, a member of the Washington State Penitentiary education staff, Dr. Joe Cooke, Jr., approached the Whitman debate program about hosting a debate where Whitman students and prisoners debate together over current issues. Dec. 3, 2013 marked the date of the first ever debate.
Media Studies Professors Departure Raises Questions About Hiring Process

Media Studies Professor’s Departure Raises Questions About Hiring Process

Hannah Bartman December 12, 2013
Current Visiting Assistant Professor of Film and Media Studies Annie Petersen was not hired for the new tenure track position in the department position and will leave after this academic year. The lack of student regard in the hiring process has produced issues between the administration and students.
U.S. Reliance on Foreign Oil Creates Sizeable Price

U.S. Reliance on Foreign Oil Creates Sizeable Price

Dani Hupper December 12, 2013
Only thrilling news could follow such an uplifting title. But alas, our nation’s foreign oil dependency is far from optimistic.
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