The Observer

Employers can choose to fear or embrace the beard

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

When it comes to employees and beards, business’ opinions will vary. Some employers have no issue with beards, while others ban them altogether. Locally, Pizza Colin, Ellensburg McDonald’s and the...

A beard’s history in the United States

Elliott Llera, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Of all the subjects students would expect to cover in a history class, facial hair isn’t likely to be an anticipated topic. However, in History Professor Brian Carroll’s course, “American Manhood in Historical Perspective,” this is exactly the type of subject matter that is discussed.

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New aviation contractor divides opinion

Simone Corbett, Assistant News Editor
May 27, 2015

Skepticism has surrounded the aviation department since IASCO Flight Training signed on as the new contractor for Central’s professional pilot program, replacing Midstate Aviation.

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Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest allows students to continue hands-on chimp interaction

Tera Stenhouse, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2015

Two years ago, Central was one of two universities in the world that had chimpanzees on campus. However, that changed in 2013, when the chimps moved to the Fauna Foundation.

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Thirty years of diversity at Central

Angelica, Bartorelli
May 20, 2015

Central’s Pride Week is still making a name for itself, even after 30 years. Hosted every year by Equality Through Queers and Allies (EQuAl), students come together for a week of activities that celebrate diversity.

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Veterans continue with their service

Kyle Kuhn, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

After deployment, veterans are often subjected to nightmares, flashbacks, mood swings and panic attacks; symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder that can haunt them for years.

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‘Sophomore Year Experience’ combats second-year slump

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
May 13, 2015

Central has added a program to campus this year called the Sophomore Year Experience (SYE).

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CWU Disability Services to implement new program for students on the autism spectrum

Jonathan Glover, Sports Editor
May 11, 2015

Students living with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) have a lot to look to forward to as Central overhauls Disability Services to include a brand new program available in the fall, Autism Spectrum Navigators (ASN)

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Meet Central’s Student Government candidates

Clarissa Posner and Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporters
May 5, 2015

Olivia Durham, vice president for Equity and Community Affairs Durham is a sophomore special education major. She has experience working in the Office of Equity Community Affairs at Central,...

Voting now underway on heavily disputed Arts Fee

Elliott Llera and Kyle Kuhn
May 5, 2015

Starting on May 4th, 2015, Central’s student body will vote on the implementation of a new $50 per quarter fee supporting the arts programs. If passed, the fee will generate approximately $1,125,000 annually for the Student Arts Fund.

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ASCWU general elections debate kick off week of voting

Simone Corbett, Assistant News Editor
May 4, 2015

ASCWU general election debate kicked off election week at Central on Monday night in the SURC Pit. Student government candidate debates followed by the arts fee debate began just after 6 p.m. on May 4. The...

Central offers five new two-year scholarships

Kyle Kuhn, Staff Reporter
May 2, 2015

Central professors Alison Scoville and Audrey Huerta received $612,840 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to go towards five new two-year scholarships for Central students.

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