By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

CWU awarded over $65 million from the legislature for renovations

CWU awarded over $65 million from the legislature for renovations

Mitchell Roland, News Editor
May 19, 2021

During their latest session, the Washington State Legislature awarded CWU more than $65 million which will be used to renovate several buildings on campus. According to a press release from CWU, $55.5...

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A sign of the times: Ellensburg resident uses homemade signs to mark violence

A sign of the times: Ellensburg resident uses homemade signs to mark violence

Libby Williams, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

On a corner down North Main Street sits a house like any other, until you notice the 23 wood signs, with the names of 23 black people killed in America burned into each one.  Marie Goheen, an Ellensburg...

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SOURCE goes virtual for a second year.

SOURCE goes virtual for a second year.

Justin Zabel, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

For the second year in a row, the Board of Undergraduate Research will conduct the annual SOURCE presentations completely virtually. The way these presentations work is undergrad and graduate students...

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Pack in, pack out: The equestrian team hits the trails for some equine environmentalism

Pack in, pack out: The equestrian team hits the trails for some equine environmentalism

Sam Harris, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

On Tuesday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 4 the equestrian team organized a cleanup of Durr Road, a dirt road just off of Umptanum Road, where they cleaned up 1,400 pounds of trash.  One day, the equestrian...

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Students respond to fall vaccine requirement

Students respond to fall vaccine requirement

Sean Bessette, Assistant News Editor
May 12, 2021

Following CWU’s announcement mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for fall 2021 quarter, students took to social media to share their feedback. On CWU’s Instagram post regarding the mandate, over 750...

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CWU community invited to attend an anti-racism webinar with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

CWU community invited to attend an anti-racism webinar with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

Jackson Sorensen, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will meet with members of the CWU community on Wednesday, May 12, during a special one-hour webinar. The event will be taking place virtually on Zoom...

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College of Arts and Humanities hires Veratta Pegram-Floyd as Director of Advising

College of Arts and Humanities hires Veratta Pegram-Floyd as Director of Advising

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

Mark Meister, the Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities said he was thrilled to hire Veratta Pegram-Floyd as the new Director of Advising for the college. She will begin work on June 15...

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CWU will require COVID-19 vaccine in fall

CWU will require COVID-19 vaccine in fall

Mitchell Roland, News Editor
May 6, 2021

CWU will require all students, staff and faculty to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before coming to campus in the fall. President James L. Gaudino made the announcement on May 6. In the announcement,...

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Plant store to open downtown

Plant store to open downtown

Libby Williams, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2021

Ellensburg will soon become home to The Botany Shop, a new plant and botanical goods store opening downtown. Owner April Rohrbach has been working on opening her shop for about two years and said she is...

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Last Open Mic Night gives one last opportunity to perform

Last Open Mic Night gives one last opportunity to perform

Sam Harris, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2021

For many students this year, a creative outlet to perform their talents has been difficult. Last year, Open Mic Night was held at the 1891 Bistro, which has now closed. Open Mic Night was a weekly event...

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Local businesses offer deals for students

Local businesses offer deals for students

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2021

For the campus community, Ellensburg has options to offer for students to get out and explore the town. Local businesses Jerrol’s and Dominos are two such businesses that have special offers with students...

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Gaudino recognized as Washingtonian of the day

Gaudino recognized as Washingtonian of the day

Mitchell Roland, News Editor
May 5, 2021

Outgoing President James L. Gaudino was recognized by the state’s governor as the Washingtonian of the day for April 27. Gov. Jay Inslee made the announcement during his recent visit to campus. This...

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