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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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Music has created a powerful bond among the members of Mariachi del Centro. They encourage students who
are curious about mariachi and Mexican culture to reach out and learn more.

Mariachi del Centro creates sense of belonging

Sean Quinn, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2019

Amongst the numerous clubs and organizations at CWU is a club filled with talented musicians, yet they aren’t all music majors. With their red and black charro suits and their unique instruments like...

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Culture on stage at PolyFest

Culture on stage at PolyFest

Austin Lane, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2019

There's a variety of clubs that focus on culture at CWU. One of those clubs is PolyCentral. Every year, PolyCentral hosts PolyFest, a celebration of Polynesian culture with food, dance and other activities....

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The CWU Theatre Ensemble performs a scene in its production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” during practice on April 30. The theatre production will
run May 10-12 and May 16-19 in the McConnell Auditorium. Special events such as dinners beforehand will be held on specific days.

Central Theatre Ensemble Performs ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’

Mary Park, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2019

The majestic gothic arches and buttresses, mesmerizing rose windows, bells ringing and stone gargoyles peering over Paris highlight the beauty of Notre Dame Cathedral. Starting on May 10, the Central...

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The SQ food review

The SQ food review

Sean Quinn, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2019

I consider myself a “foodie,” which is a way to describe someone with a larger-than-life passion for food and restaurant culture, without the credentials of a chef. As a foodie, I’ve made it a goal...

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Mentor program impacts local youth

Mentor program impacts local youth

Emma Johnson, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2019

The Youth Services of Kittitas County strives to help the the youth of the Ellensburg community through their youth mentor program, according to Claire Church, executive director of the youth services....

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Members of the CWU Nutrition Science Club plant seedlings for the club’s upcoming plant sale on May 11 and 12. The Nutrition Science Club participates in educa-
tional and outreach events pertaining to nutrition on campus and in the community.

Nutrition Science Club advocates for healthy eating

Emma Johnson, Staff Reporter
May 2, 2019

The CWU Nutrition Science Club is advocating and educating for on-campus nutrition. In addition to putting on events to educate students about basic nutrition, the club has recently attended a conference...

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American Sign Language (ASL) is one of seven world language programs offered at CWU. Lecturer Jer Loudenback (lower right) is Deaf, so students may only communicate with him using their knowledge of ASL.

A Class that Speaks Volumes Without Voices

Sean Quinn, Staff Reporter
May 2, 2019

On the third floor of the Language and Literature Building at CWU, you walk into a classroom where students are communicating with a professor. Yet, you can hear a pin drop. But in the American Sign Language...

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Wildcat Neighborhood Farm prepares for first season

Wildcat Neighborhood Farm prepares for first season

Mary Park, Staff Reporter
May 2, 2019

What used to be an empty plot of land located at the corner of North Alder Street and East 14th Ave. is now a farm ready to yield its first produce this spring and summer. Carrots, radishes, beets and...

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CWU Rodeo Team competes in college rodeo

CWU Rodeo Team competes in college rodeo

Emma Johnson, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2019

For every sport at CWU, there are home games in which students can come and cheer on their fellow Wildcats. The CWU Rodeo Team is no different. This past weekend, the CWU Rodeo Team held a rodeo at the...

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At Sakura Matsuri, Japanese students showed students attending some traditional cooking as well as how it was traditionally made

Haru Matsuri celebrates Japanese culture

Mary Park, Staff Reporter
April 24, 2019

The smell of takoyaki (a savory octopus snack), the loud rumbling of taiko drums and students wearing kimono and yukata were only a small slice of Japanese culture that was on display on Monday, April...

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Assorted potted plants growing in the Biology Greenhouse, located on Wildcat Way. The greenhouse is open from 1 P.M.- 3 P.M. every Friday.

Greenhouse grows local appreciation for plants

Sean Quinn, Staff Reporter
April 24, 2019

Tucked away inside the Marshall Mayberry Arboretum next to Dean Hall is a place that’s dry even when it’s pouring rain outside. It feels like summer in there when it’s really spring. The humidity...

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Functional Junk Salvage is located at 400 W Fifth Ave. They specialize in turning old and otherwise useless items into functional pieces of art or furniture for people to purchase. The store is co-owned by Daniel Morton and
Jaque Stanley.

Upcycling store gives old items new purpose

Mary Park, Staff Reporter
April 24, 2019

A steam tractor sculpture built out of rusty barrels, corrugated roofing panels and steel wagon wheels stand outside the front door of Functional Junk Salvage. It is a sample of the collection that...

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