The Horizon

Westmont community aims to “re-brand” Armington

February 5, 2020

This spring semester, Armington’s Community Life Council (CLC) is seeking to restore the dorm’s image within the Westmont community. In a recent interview, Karis Cho, a Spiritual Formation Coordinator (SFC), explains that many stude...

Westmont Students comment on Augustinian weekend

February 5, 2020

“It all started with a used hotdog cart … “

Josephine McLaughlin, Staff Writer

February 5, 2020

It seems to be a rite of passage as a Westmont College Student to eat a Dave’s Dogs hotdog, whether it's at a school event such as homecoming or movie night on the lawn, or just a late night food run. Dave’s Dogs is definitel...

Happy Lunar New Year!

Hans Khoe, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

The year of the rat is upon us! Sounds weird? It’s actually a significant part of Asian culture that is celebrated with each New Year. Saturday, Jan. 25, was 2020’s Lunar New Year — one of the biggest holidays amongst As...

Closure of Breakfast Culture Club leaves a coffee-shaped hole in Santa Barbara

John Kiser, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

Treasured coffee shop and art gallery “Breakfast Culture Club” in downtown Santa Barbara has recently been closed. This establishment for aspiring artists and coffee connoisseurs alike was reflected the passion of the owner, Morga...

Santa Barbara community commemorates William Stafford in Los Padres National Forest

Nick Jensen, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

Dr. Paul Willis, a professor for Westmont’s English department, organized the 14th annual reading event to commemorate the life and writings of William Stafford last Saturday. Gathering in the Los Padres National Forest, San...

Westmont Shuttle grants students access to Santa Barbara

John Kiser, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

This school year, Westmont has the highest number of first-year students on campus, and subsequently the shuttle system has been carrying its highest capacity in history. In fact, to accommodate the influx of first-year students, every...

Students return home from abroad

Josephine McLaughlin, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

Some say they wish their abroad program had lasted both semesters, others say they are relieved to be back on campus and plan to never, ever, leave. Last semester, a considerable amount of Westmont students participated in off ca...

Horizon’s new website makes reading the paper easier than ever

Hans Khoe, Staff Writer

February 2, 2020

Rise and shine! Make sure to check your electronic device for the Horizon’s recently revamped website! Since last fall, the Horizon has worked hard to make its paper more accessible to Westmont students. This has come ...