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The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Central offers students a monthly payment plan to pay for tuition

Central offers students a monthly payment plan to pay for tuition

October 8, 2013

BY MATTHEW THOMPSON, News Editor University President James Gaudino announced at his state of the university address last Thursday that CWU will now offer a monthly payment plan for students to pay...

Last spring, a number of administrative staff of The Burg, 88.1 were asked to resign. This fall, several new faces will become the face of Central Washington Universitys local radio station. Courtesy of mycentral.cwu.edu

The Burg takes a new direction after replacing administrative staff

October 1, 2013

BY PATIENCE COLLIER, Assistant News Editor After multiple students complaining to Human Resources, the Burg, Central’s student run radio station, terminated four administrators in the span of a few...

A photo taken this morning of the scene of the crime, across the street from the 05 parking lot.

23-year-old man found in CWU parking lot with multiple stab wounds Saturday night; confirmed dead in hospital

July 21, 2013

BY Patience Collier, Assistant News Editor UPDATED at 3:20 p.m.: According to The Daily Record, the Kittitas County Coroner has identified the Ellensburg man who died after being stabbed on campus...

Last spring, a number of administrative staff of The Burg, 88.1 were asked to resign. This fall, several new faces will become the face of Central Washington Universitys local radio station. Courtesy of mycentral.cwu.edu

Chris Hull, longtime general manager of The ‘Burg 88.1, asked to resign from position

July 18, 2013

By PATIENCE COLLIER, Assistant News Editor A few weeks from the end of spring quarter, Chris Hull was asked to resign after years serving as the general manager for Central Washington University's...

Director of Global Wine Studies program leaving for industry opportunities in France

July 17, 2013

BY Braden DenHerder Staff Reporter Every year the Central experience changes all across campus, from additions to cutbacks in school programs. This year, Central’s unique Global Wine Studies program...

Central Washington University transit suspends travel services

July 17, 2013

BY Braden DenHerder Staff Reporter Central Transit will no longer be providing free bus service to the Ellensburg community due to budget issues. The Washington State Legislature took longer than usual...

Heat raises concern for safer practicing of kayaking along the Yakima River

July 17, 2013

BY Joseph Bauman Staff Reporter The Yakima River is a popular attraction to many Central Washington University students, as well as locals. During the heat of summer, students find the river a relaxing...

Primate Behavior program to continue in wake of chimps departure

Primate Behavior program to continue in wake of chimps’ departure

July 8, 2013

By PATIENCE COLLIER Staff Reporter As the last two chimpanzees at the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute, Tatu and Loulis, are expected to depart for a sanctuary in Canada by September 1st,...

City hall meeting discusses recent heroin overdoses

June 27, 2013

By DEANNA BANGS Staff Reporter Recent heroin overdoses, deaths, and arrests led to the rally of community members to find solutions to drug-related issues. Local police, medical doctors, emergency...

New SEOI online forms, app to be rolled out next week

May 24, 2013

By JULIA MARTINEZ, staff reporter   Dwindling response rates on Student Evaluation of Instruction forms have led to major updates, which will be distributed the week of May 27 to Central students. “SEOIs...

1st Amendment Festival events end today

1st Amendment Festival events end today

May 9, 2013

By PATIENCE COLLIER, staff reporter   Basic rights have been a hot topic on the Central Washington University campus, as the First Amendment festival kicked off this week. Guardian columnist...

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Intoxicated minors may pay more

April 11, 2013

EMILY BOUDREAU, staff reporter The legality of underage drinking hasn’t changed, but an additional $250  fee may be enacted for  minors who are under the influence but refuse to be taken to a hospital...

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