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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

ASCWU calls for trustee apology, resignation

ASCWU calls for trustee apology, resignation

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
April 2, 2020

In response to statements made by Board of Trustees (BOT) member Gladys Gillis calling for the university to lay off employees as a cost saving measure, ASCWU members have signed a letter rejecting her...

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Board of Trustees member calls for ‘firm action’ in the form of layoffs

Board of Trustees member calls for ‘firm action’ in the form of layoffs

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
April 1, 2020

“We need to set our concerns about employee welfare aside and maintain the priority of university welfare,” said Board of Trustees (BOT) member Gladys Gillis at the livestreamed March 31 meeting. The...

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County implemented no rules prohibiting CWU from postponing commencement

County implemented no rules prohibiting CWU from postponing commencement

Mariah Valles, Orientation Editor
March 30, 2020

With growing numbers of COVID-19 cases in Washington state and the U.S., measures are being taken to flatten the curve of the disease’s spread. For CWU seniors, this included the cancellation of spring’s...

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COVID-19 restrictions mandated but not enforced

Abigail Duchow, Senior Reporter
March 29, 2020

The “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order mandates that all people in Washington State must immediately cease leaving their home except to do essential activities like grocery shopping, getting medical services...

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Stay at home orders announced at county and state level

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
March 23, 2020

Kittitas County residents have been ordered to remain in their homes by Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) Health Officer Dr. Mark Larson, by means of an official health order.  Soon...

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Fifth COVID-19 case in Kittitas County brings new measures

Fifth COVID-19 case in Kittitas County brings new measures

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
March 23, 2020

A fifth patient has tested positive for COVID-19 in Kittitas County, according to a press release from the Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) on March 23. The patient is a 59-year-old...

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CWU cancels spring commencement

CWU cancels spring commencement

The Observer Staff
March 21, 2020

Note: This story will be updated as information becomes available. March 20, 2 p.m. - CWU cancels spring commencement CWU will not host an in-person graduation ceremony in spring due to COVID-19.  The...

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ASCWU offers financial help to students in need

ASCWU offers financial help to students in need

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
March 21, 2020

The Associated Students of Central Washington University (ASCWU) are liquidating all funding to go towards students who need financial assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students can apply through...

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Kittitas County Public Health Department recommends shelter in place

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
March 19, 2020

A Kittitas County press release states the Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) is recommending that if possible, people shelter in place, or voluntarily isolate in their homes, to avoid exposing...

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Kittitas County confirms fourth positive case in elementary school

Bailey Tomlinson, Staff Reporter
March 18, 2020

The fourth case of COVID-19 in Kittitas County is an employee of Lincoln Elementary School. This is according to a Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) press release sent out this morning.  The...

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Breaking: North Hall residents laptop catches fire

Breaking: North Hall resident’s laptop catches fire

Bailey Tomlinson, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2020

Around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, there was an electrical fire in one of the dorm rooms at North Hall. There were no injuries. Riley Kizziar, a resident of North Hall, said she was doing homework...

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Club Council discusses new elected position

Abigail Duchow, Staff Reporter
March 11, 2020

New Position: Interclub Associate President The VP of Clubs and Organizations, Ashley Klippert, described the new position that will be replacing her current position. The new position is titled Interclub...

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