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aerial view of Western's campus at night, with golden lights surrounded by dark trees

Experience Western like never before at Back 2 Bellingham weekend

Faculty and staff undoubtedly spend a lot of time on the Western Washington University campus. But did you know that Sehome Hill is a sanctuary for rare birds? Have you experienced the Arboretum or listened to Pinky Nelson relive his adventures in space? When was the last time you saw a show at the Performing Arts Center or the Planetarium?

These events and more can be experienced at Back2Bellingham this weekend, and they're free for Western faculty and staff who .

Looking for more reasons?

  • Rockin’ BBQ Lunch on Old Main Lawn with the Prime Time Band (Lunch is $9 for faculty and staff)
  • Party in the Library! (Sponsored by Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro)
  • Red Square Carnival with bouncy houses, live bands, face painting, etc.
  • “Classes without Quizzes” with popular professors
  • Science in Red Square (explosions every hour in Fisher Fountain)
  • Junior Viking Blast Pass – kids age 8+ spend the day with a college student while you catch up with the adults
  • Kids athletic camps
  • Downtown Bellingham Bash at Boundary Bay featuring SpaceBand