By Sarah Bradley The Dandelion Seed Conference is returning for it’s fourth year with threedays of workshops, classes, and lectures. The event will take place Oct. 9th -11th here at The Evergreen State College. The Dandelion Seed Conference aims to promote education and practice of herbalism, while focusing on accessibility, […]
OPD Clears Officer Ryan DonaldActivists Look at What’s Next
By Felix Chrome On Wednesday, September 30, the Olympia Police Department (OPD) released a statement that exonerating Police Officer Ryan Donald in the shooting of two unarmed men, brothers Andre Thompson and Bryson Chaplin. According to their report, “no policies had been violated by Officer Ryan Donald during this incident. […]
Where Can I Smoke? Evergreen Reduces Designated Smoking Areas
By Nix Chace Returning students may have noticed the lack of smoking areas this year on campus. Controversy sparked when administration decided to remove smoking pits from the core of Evergreen’s campus during summer quarter. Designated smoking areas on campus have been reduced from nine to five. The “core” of […]
Olympia Recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day for the First Time
By Chloe Marina Manchester Olympia will celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day for the first time on October 12. This change comes after a proclamation by Mayor Stephen H. Buxbaum was presented in early August. An event commemorating the day will be held in Sylvester Park. Organizer Lala Love said that the […]