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Wildcats roar into NCAA quarterfinals: overcoming adversity one victory at a time
Embarking on the infinite: a journey of self-reflection
‘Thanksgiving’ carves its spot in the holiday horror pantheon
The best Christmas cookie recipes
CWU has three areas of concern for reaccreditation
I wish we didn’t need Transgender Day of Remembrance
MSG is not unhealthy
Honoring CWU women’s soccer seniors
Beyond the field: unveiling Tyler’s story and Hilinski’s Hope for mental health
North Academic Complex will be built to be more sustainable
Local Ellensburg band divulges their backstory and inspirations
Interim Provost Kurt Kirstein gives an update on the search for a new provost
CWU alumni and students demonstrate in Ellensburg to show solidarity for the Palestinian people
CWU student harkens back to his childhood with children’s book
A look into the changes at Nicholson Pavilion

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Sustainability Cafe rounds out the school year revealing new climate action plan
Ryan Gildersleeve, Staff Reporter | May 31, 2023
Tessa Hann goes to the next level: Joins USA Women’s Rugby
Tre'Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter | May 31, 2023
Student fashion designs are about to hit the runway in ‘Opulence’
MJ Rivera, Scene Editor | May 31, 2023
Film students take risks with action for their short film final projects
Morgana Carroll and Zileni Milupi | May 31, 2023
Heels, wigs, leather, hats: CWU’s annual drag shows feature amateurs and professionals to celebrate queer Pride
Katherine Camarata, Lead Editor | May 30, 2023
Bawa Health Initiative fundraiser held by CWU professor provides healthcare to African village
Katherine Camarata, Lead Editor | May 27, 2023
Jaeda Nelson builds a legacy as CWU’s first Wildcat Pantry coordinator
Zileni Milupi, Assistant Scene Editor | May 25, 2023
The decline of local newspapers: How journalism is affected
MJ Rivera and Mykah Koke-Filimaua | May 24, 2023
ASA highlights African weddings for annual African Night
Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter | May 17, 2023
Spring flowers and plants are great for your mental health
Brittany Cinderella, Columnist | May 17, 2023

NEWS

Without accreditation the university would have to shut down

CWU has three areas of concern for reaccreditation

Megan Rogers, News Editor • November 23, 2023

During the accreditation kick-off meeting on Nov. 17, CWU President Jim Wolphart said there are three areas that they need to improve on before reaccreditation in 2026. According to Wolphart, those three...

The North Academic Complex will be built where the flag plaza is Photo courtesy of cwu.edu

North Academic Complex will be built to be more sustainable

November 17, 2023

Kurt Kirstein was appointed Interim Provost on Nov. 1 Photo courtesy of David Leder

Interim Provost Kurt Kirstein gives an update on the search for a new provost

November 17, 2023

The demonstration began on the corner of Pearl St. and 4th Ave, eventually moving in front of the court house off of Main Street.

CWU alumni and students demonstrate in Ellensburg to show solidarity for the Palestinian people

November 16, 2023

SCENE

The Christmas Carol

December 1, 2023

House of Ash has been recording music for over two years. Photo courtesy of House of Ash.

Local Ellensburg band divulges their backstory and inspirations

November 17, 2023

Brian Valencia reading ‘The Dog Who Barked... and Barked, and Barked...’

CWU student harkens back to his childhood with children’s book

November 8, 2023

Sustainable Fashion Makes a Comeback in Ellensburg

November 7, 2023

SPORTS

In the earlier stages of the playoffs, senior running back Cameron Daniels posted 81 yards and marked a 17-yard rush as his longest of the game vs. WCU. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Media)

Wildcats roar into NCAA quarterfinals: overcoming adversity one victory at a time

Charis Jones, Sports Editor • December 1, 2023

In a hard-fought triumph, the CWU football team has charged into the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Football Quarterfinals. This marked a historic milestone not witnessed since...

Northwest Sports Management Summit: curiosity answered for CWU students

November 30, 2023

Players embracing the seniors. Photo credit Jacob Thompson

Honoring CWU women's soccer seniors

November 17, 2023

Mark Hilinskis presentation outlines that Tylers story is one that aims to inspire both hope and awareness towards the cause. (Photo courtesy of Dania Cochran)

Beyond the field: unveiling Tyler’s story and Hilinski’s Hope for mental health

November 17, 2023

OPINION

What to watch over the break

Isaac Hinson, Columnist • December 1, 2023

We’ve finally reached the end of fall quarter, or at least we are real close. Personally, I am more than ready to finish up the work I have left to do and then book it back home and...

“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness

Embarking on the infinite: a journey of self-reflection

November 30, 2023

Thanksgiving opened to $10.3 million at the domestic box office (Photo courtesy Sony Pictures)

‘Thanksgiving’ carves its spot in the holiday horror pantheon

November 23, 2023

The best Christmas cookie recipes

November 23, 2023

Saitama vs Goku: And the winner is…

6 reasons why I hate dress codes

Dogs are better than cats

If you want to see what Letterkenny looks like, driving up Dry Creek Road or Lower Green Canyon Road will give you a good idea.

Life Lessons in ‘Letterkenny,’ the Sitcom

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The Weeknd is the most talented artist of the decade

Rihanna at the Super Bowl: an analysis of society’s reaction

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