Student Voice

By Prince Jamerson During my freshman year at Pacific Lutheran University, I had the opportunity to study in Washington, D.C. during the presidential inauguration. Being an African American man, I thought about not going due to safety concerns. But my mother encouraged me to go…

By Joselyn Alaniz They say that when you’re drawn to a particular place, it’s because there’s a story waiting for you there. Most interpret this as the chance to meet the love of their life. For me, though, it was Oaxaca, Mexico, that called—and when…

By Jalen Webber It’s Black History Month, a time when we celebrate, reflect on, and honor the legacy of Black heroes in America. Although I am grateful for this month—a month that gives Black/African Americans the recognition they rightfully deserve—I constantly ask myself: Why should…

by Stephanos Mavrommatis As the son of Argentinian and Brazilian immigrant parents who will be the first to receive a college degree in my family, navigating university and my career to follow often feels daunting. How do I apply for an internship? How can I…