Staff can earn academic credit through the Department of Communication. The West Wind Review is an annual literary journal of poetry, short fiction, photography, and art by international, local, and student writers and artists. The student editor and staff are responsible for editing, producing, and marketing the journal. They also organize poetry readings and various events on campus and in the community. The editor receives a monthly stipend.
Students can earn academic credit for practicum experience.
The Student Publicity Center is a graphic design center that serves students and student organizations. Staff members receive an hourly wage and can earn academic credit for practicum experience. Athletic facilities are open to students when school is in session. These facilities include an indoor swimming pool, six racquetball courts, a fitness center, twelve tennis courts, three basketball gymnasiums, a dance studio, a track, and a fully-equipped stadium. Football competes as an NAIA independent, and wrestling is a member of the Northwest Wrestling Conference.