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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Students will be able to return to collect their belongings before the end of the quarter

Students will be able to return to collect their belongings before the end of the quarter

Ty Mcphee, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2020

CWU Housing has announced through updates posted to their webpage and emails sent out to the student body there is a plan on how students may get any belongings left in dorms back. Starting May 18 at...

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SURC Fresh Bar opens despite pandemic

SURC Fresh Bar opens despite pandemic

Mitchell Roland, Senior Reporter
May 22, 2020

While few students remain on campus, those who do have a new dining option. The new option, Fresh Bar, opened at the start of spring quarter in the SURC. The new eatery features a menu including items...

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Board of Trustees makes announcements

Board of Trustees makes announcements

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
May 22, 2020

Services will be closed over the summer and staff will be reduced, an email to the student body from President James L. Gaudino said following the May 15 Board of Trustees (BOT) meeting. These decisions...

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Kittitas County issues masking directive

Kittitas County issues masking directive

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
May 22, 2020

Cloth face coverings that cover the nose and mouth will be required in Kittitas County beginning May 23. They will be required when indoors, in confined public settings and when unable to maintain six-foot...

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Flooding issues continue to trouble residents

Flooding issues continue to trouble residents

Rey Green, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2020

Landlords are trying to find a company to fix the flooding on a local resident’s driveway.  Preschool teacher and elementary major Noelle Wadlow said this year’s flooding has been the worst she...

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New student orientation tentative plans for summer 2020

New student orientation tentative plans for summer 2020

Abigail Duchow, Senior Reporter
May 13, 2020

Orientation is one of many campus activities impacted by COVID-19. To follow the Stay Safe, Stay Healthy guidelines set by Gov. Jay Inslee, CWU has had to create new plans for orientation. These new plans...

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In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, riders have been encouraged to distance themselves when inside the transit bus and to avoid usage when ill. Most buses were noticeably empty when arriving at their regularly scheduled stops.

Central Transit improves safety measures

Michelle Reyes, Staff Reporter
May 13, 2020

On March 23, the Central Transit Facebook page announced they would be increasing safety and social distancing practices in an attempt to protect customers and agency employees. The precautions will be...

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Update on Twin City Foods outbreak

Update on Twin City Foods outbreak

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
May 10, 2020

Note: This story was updated on May 11 after originally being posted on May 10. Kittitas County has 49 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of May 10, with that number subject to change as more test results...

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Left to right: Jacob Robles, Leilani Salu

Meet the ASCWU Director for Equity & Multicultural Affairs candidates

Mariah Valles, Orientation Editor and Photo Editor
May 8, 2020

Note: All candidates were asked the same questions. Answers are placed in alphabetical order and have been transcribed from audio interviews.  Candidates: Jacob Robles, Leilani Salu   What...

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County variance application put on hold in light of new cases

Bailey Tomlinson, News Editor
May 8, 2020

Kittitas County’s variance application has been put on hold following a 16th confirmed case of COVID-19. A press release from the Kittitas County Public Health Department confirmed the 16th case as a...

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Meet the ASCWU Director for Governmental Affairs candidate

Meet the ASCWU Director for Governmental Affairs candidate

Mariah Valles, Orientation Editor and Photo Editor
May 8, 2020

Note: Answers have been transcribed from audio interviews. Candidate: Edgar Espino   Even though you’re running unopposed, why should people still vote for you? Edgar: Well, the reason I'm...

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Left to right: Ashley-Sue Vizguerra, Nathan Rawson

Meet the ASCWU Director for Student Life and Facilities candidates

Mariah Valles, Orientation Editor and Photo Editor
May 7, 2020

Note: All candidates were asked the same questions. Answers are placed in alphabetical order and have been transcribed from audio interviews.  Candidates: Ashley-Sue Vizguerra, Nathan Rawson   What’s...

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