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Art by Eli Fukuji. Topic: One scent  Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are from the individual staff members and do not reflect the perspective of The Collegian as a whole. The submissions are unedited and unaltered from what was submitted by individual staff members. The Pick: Oxygen Submitted by: Bjorn Domst, Managing Editor  Staff Comment: Like pure O2. So the hounds can't track me. The Pick: Vanilla latte  Submitted by: Gimena Baez Baez, Staff Writer  Staff Com

Art by Basil Allen. Disclaimer: The Devil’s Advocate is a satirical column that does not reflect the views or opinions of The Collegian. The Collegian and columnist do not recommend the advice and are not responsible for its consequences if acted on. I have a good friend who’s had my back, and she’s really sweet. But she’s been looking like an absolute baddie these days, and lowkey I feel nervous to still approach her these days. I still wanna stay good friends though. Help a

White-crowned sparrow on Willamette University grounds on March 5, 2025. Photo courtesy of Riley Teske. Think about all the times you’ve been outside on campus. The noise of birds chirping and ducks splashing in the Mill Stream is a constant soundtrack to Willamette life, but many factors work under the radar to make this place a haven for avian life. Leading the student charge for birds are the WU Bird Nerds. Under the group’s umbrella, they lead birdwatching trips, raise aw