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Surviving the winter that tries to break us with seasonal affective disorder
An anonymous person who lives with seasonal affective disorder says every spring, “I endured the winter and came out alive.” In December, at 4:30 p.m., Seattle has already slipped into darkness, even before most people leave work. They may want to walk in the park, but the short daylight doesn’t allow it. It’s as if…
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International students face a challenge as F-1 visa rules may change under the Trump administration
The United States is a leading destination for international higher education. As of the latest count, 1,117,766 international students study in the country, attracted by high-quality programs and a diverse environment. This represents 6.1% of the total higher education population of 19,247,640. Although international students typically pay higher tuition than U.S. citizens and green-card holders,…
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Seattle Colleges’ spooktacular success: A districtwide Halloween recap
On Oct. 31, Halloween arrived, and Seattle Colleges’ Student Leadership teams and various departments organized exciting, engaging events for students. The celebrations offered unique, festive experiences across campuses. Here’s a look at the highlights. The North Seattle nightmare: thrills, chills, and logistical hurdles On Oct. 23, North Seattle College’s Student Leadership team invited the community…
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Op-Ed: The most fascinating odor is the scent that strings up memory
The deep connection between scent and memory allows a simple sniff to feel like riding a time machine. Olfaction triggers memory and emotion more quickly than other senses related to sensory processing. This occurs because olfactory processing bypasses the brain’s main sensory hub, the thalamus, and sends signals straight to the amygdala (emotion) and the…
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North Seattle College eases food burden with the two food pantries
High inflation following the COVID-19 pandemic has driven up the cost of food. Shoppers often find that even just a few items in their grocery cart total more than $50. For many Seattle residents already facing rising rent costs, food has become a financial burden, despite being a basic necessity. North Seattle College (North) currently…
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From dorms to new housing: A student’s survival guide to Seattle housing
Seattle Colleges’ on-campus housing sits directly across from Seattle Central College, offering students a short commute and opportunities to build friendships with roommates–a combination that can help ease the transition to college life. However, some students may find dormitory rent to be on the high side. According to the Seattle Colleges Housing website, rent for…
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MFTE program: How students can find affordable and luxury-style housing
With the summer moving season approaching, now is the time for many students to start thinking about their next housing arrangement. While some students may choose to stay in a dormitory or renew their current lease, others may begin searching for new places to live. However, many renters face financial challenges. When renters find a…
