The Observer

Open mic discussion on marijuana provides citizens with opportunity to voice opinions

Chace Davy, Assistant News Editor
October 24, 2014

The Kittitas County Commissioner elections are coming soon and candidates Obie O'Brien and Steve Verhey are trying their best to win over the last few voters that may be undecided. Verhey held an informal...

No late night bus

Cooper Wortley, Staff Reporter
October 24, 2014

A few years ago, Central ran a late night transit bus downtown to pick students up from the bars. This was done to discourage drunk driving, as well as to protect homeowners from any destructive people...

The financial truth of partying

Rashay Reading, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2014

It is difficult to walk near the Central campus on a weekend and not hear the sounds of students throwing parties. And although two-thirds of Central students choose to take part in festivities, it...

Ferguson addressed in Ellensburg meeting

Haley Curl, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2014

In light of the events in Ferguson, Mo., residents of Ellensburg convened during a town hall meeting, discussing everything from racism to police-community relationships. “Racism is the belief that...

Veterans unable to use benefits for professional pilot degree

Julia Martinez, Online Editor
October 22, 2014

For the time being, veterans utilizing their GI Bill will not be able to use their benefits toward Central’s professional pilot degree. Central plans to appeal through the Department of Veterans Affairs...

Car crashes into Woods Hardware, no injuries reported

Colt Sweetland, News Editor
October 21, 2014

On Tuesday, Oct. 21 at approximately 5:10 p.m., a car crashed through the window of Woods Hardware in Ellensburg. The accident was located at 3rd and Pearl St. According to Ellensburg Police Detective...

Central cuts five academic programs in final phase, continues four others

Julia Martinez, Online Editor
October 18, 2014

Central’s recently dissolved Academic Program Task Force (APTF) eliminated five programs earlier this week in its final phase, allowing four others to continue for the time being in an effort to reduce...

Safety in numbers, CAT provides campus security

Haley Curl, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2014

Every night, starting at 7 p.m., students and faculty can call (509)963-2950, and arrange for one of the Courtesy Assistance Team (CAT) members to meet and escort them to wherever they need to go on campus. CAT...

Science Phase II helps Central become greener

Chace Davy, Assistant News Editor
October 18, 2014

The Science Phase II building currently under construction is going to be a good first step in Central reaching its goal of achieving carbon neutrality. It is part of the goal for Central to become...

Painting campus the Central way

Cole Ridley, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2014

A relatively new homecoming tradition continues this year with Central’s Homecoming Wildcat 5k Color Run. Prior to the football game on Oct. 18 against Western Oregon University, Central students can...

SURC hosts annual job fair Oct. 23

Cassidy Warness, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2014

Career Services will be hosting the annual fall Job, Internship and Grad School Fair in the SURC ballroom on Oct. 23. Students will be given the opportunity to reach out and network with potential employers,...

Conventional Greek life missing at CWU

Rashay Reading, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2014

Some might be wondering why Central doesn’t have a Greek Life system. There are a few main reasons, and it’s not to be different. Richard DeShields, associate dean of Student Living, said...