Washington Residents Face Surging Energy Bills in 2026 by Belen Villalobos Plascencia
Image Credit: Unsplash Households in Washington state are bracing for a sharp increase in monthly utility bills in 2026 as providers statewide implementhigher rates. With regional utility rate hikes set to add up to $200 annually, state officials are stepping in to challenge the proposals before the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. The notable increase…
Everything You Need to Know About the Basic Needs Program by Erik Hirt
Image Credit: Unsplash Most students may not have heard of Washington’s Postsecondary Basic Needs Act. Enacted in 2023, the act requires that all public universities aid students for services such as food, shelter and child-care. UW Bothell has risen to meet the requirements of the state’s legislation as the campus has several different programs to…
International Students Face Uncertainty Under DHS Policy By Shyamashree Acharya
Like many other international students, I came to the United States with big dreams, a graduate scholarship, and a steep learning curve. I adapted to the new culture, built credit; and learned that I needed a Social Security Number for a work permit. At the same time, I had to maintain my grade point average…
