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The Tacoma Ledger UW Tacoma's collegiate newspaper focusing on anything and everything UWT and Downtown Tacoma. Pretty nifty!

The Ledger is UW Tacoma's student-run newspaper, supplying students with relevant campus news, opinions, and entertainment reviews every Monday! The paper is operated by students and published through student activities fees. Depending on how you take your news, we distribute weekly copies to racks all around campus AND have a website (www.thetacomaledger.com). Contact us at [email protected] to submit a piece of writing for consideration, suggest a story idea, or inquire about job openings.

Tiny Stages, Big DreamsHow to support your local music sceneWhether you’re a newcomer to music or just searching for mor...
13/06/2025

Tiny Stages, Big Dreams
How to support your local music scene

Whether you’re a newcomer to music or just searching for more to do, this is how you can make local music thrive. 

In stressful times for many people, music continues to bring us together as a community. With the summer months hosting dozens of shows, now is the perfect opportunity to join a scene held together by inclusiveness, passion and support. 

“This summer when you’re sitting around with nothing to do, consider going outside and listening to an artist you’re unfamiliar with. You just might find your new favorite band or make some new friends.”

To the full article and get more information about local live shows click our link in bio!

A reflection on Karate Kid: Legends This Karate kid film hits different— in the same familiar universe, but with a new k...
12/06/2025

A reflection on Karate Kid: Legends

This Karate kid film hits different— in the same familiar universe, but with a new kind of unexpected challenge.
Because every legend has a beginning, and a comeback..

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Indie games pave the way for creativity Genre fatigue has had many gamers scratching their head at the mundanity of the ...
12/06/2025

Indie games pave the way for creativity 

Genre fatigue has had many gamers scratching their head at the mundanity of the AAA sphere, but indie games are offering a way out. 

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Survival guide to the rage virus of “28 Years Later”Find out why the end was only the beginning..  Visit TheTacomaLedger...
11/06/2025

Survival guide to the rage virus of “28 Years Later”

Find out why the end was only the beginning..  Visit TheTacomaLedger.com to access the full survival guide.

Beach reads for every type of reader!This summer, consider skipping your swim lessons and take a dive into a good book o...
10/06/2025

Beach reads for every type of reader!

This summer, consider skipping your swim lessons and take a dive into a good book on the beach instead. 

Beach reads are often classified as lighthearted and easy to read, so if you’re looking for your best summer travel companion, check our list by clicking our link in bio!

Washington’s Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad faces loss of critical tourism bridge.In a rough time for the Mount Rainier S...
09/06/2025

Washington’s Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad faces loss of critical tourism bridge.

In a rough time for the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad, a possible arsonist destroyed a critical tourism bridge from Elbe to Morton, leaving the Lewis County community to organize support for the nonprofit.

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One nation under studio lighting.A new pitch for a reality show on the process of immigration reveals just how far Ameri...
06/06/2025

One nation under studio lighting.

A new pitch for a reality show on the process of immigration reveals just how far American culture is willing to rebrand itself for entertainment and ratings.

The Daily Mail was first to break the news on a game show where immigrants would compete for citizenship.

“I want everyone to understand the process. Most Americans can’t even pass a basic civics test, and I want to bring people born in America to face off against our future Americans and see how well they would do.” -Rob Worsoff

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VSA bridges gap between students while uplifting Vietnamese culture.The Vietnamese Student Association is encouraging so...
05/06/2025

VSA bridges gap between students while uplifting Vietnamese culture.

The Vietnamese Student Association is encouraging social engagement and RSO collaboration through its community club meetings centered on Vietnamese culture.  

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Top summer albums worth listening to this summer!Whether you’re road tripping or having a picnic, check out this list of...
04/06/2025

Top summer albums worth listening to this summer!

Whether you’re road tripping or having a picnic, check out this list of albums that capture the bright and warm tones of summer.

As we approach the time when smiles are shared under the sunny skies of summer, many people look to music to unite and define themselves. Between funk to punk albums, look no further for music to jam to in the coming months.

Check out the ultimate summer vibe soundtracks by clicking our link in bio or visiting TheTacomaLedger.com

Geek Girl Con shines the bat signal for support!The non-profit pop culture convention asks the Washington geek and nerd ...
04/06/2025

Geek Girl Con shines the bat signal for support!

The non-profit pop culture convention asks the Washington geek and nerd community to help them overcome its financial issues that put the 2026 convention in danger.

The organization made up entirely of volunteers that aims to empower women in STEM and the pop culture while also creating a safe place for fellow geeks and nerds to be themselves and meet others like them. Although the convention’s main target audience are females, it welcomes everyone no matter their gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality or income level.

City of Tacoma expands urban forestry programTacoma expands its urban forestry program and advances implementation of th...
03/06/2025

City of Tacoma expands urban forestry program

Tacoma expands its urban forestry program and advances implementation of the urban forest management plan.

The second phase of the plan for Tacoma’s urban forest is focused on taking action and has the city committing to specific strategies to enhance the urban forest and invest in the communities that need trees the most. 

“Our residents have shared in countless formats that creating a thriving urban forest is important to them and today we have laid the groundwork for progress. Trees provide so many benefits to our community—from reducing flood damage to serving as a form of public health infrastructure that can help reduce feelings of stress and depression, protect against skin cancer, and foster a sense of community,” Council Member Kristina Walker

2025 Campus Master Plan expands the future of UW TacomaThe University of Washington Tacoma released the 2025 Campus Mast...
02/06/2025

2025 Campus Master Plan expands the future of UW Tacoma

The University of Washington Tacoma released the 2025 Campus Master Plan which aims to strengthen the campus’ role within the diverse Tacoma community through infrastructure enhancements and urban growth. 

How will this affect current and future students?

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