BELLNGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A local student-run magazine just earned national recognition.

Western Washington University‘s “The Planet” was named as the “Best Ongoing Student Magazine” in the country by the Society of Professional Journalists.

The Planet is a student-led quarterly magazine that focuses on environmental advocacy and awareness.

The publication beat out competition from all universities across the United States, regardless of size.

The Planet also took home regional awards in a wide range of categories, ranging from news reporting to photography to podcasting.

The magazine has been independently produced by Western students since 1979.