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

Students ‘eat, sleep, breathe law and justice’ while preparing for Supreme Court panel

Students ‘eat, sleep, breathe law and justice’ while preparing for Supreme Court panel

Sean Quinn, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2019

Every year, CWU hosts the Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE) event in the SURC. The showcase provides students and faculty an opportunity to exhibit their work in a university-wide...

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Student fees, if you please

Student fees, if you please

Nick Tucker, Senior News Reporter
May 16, 2019

For a full-time student at CWU, almost a quarter of what is paid to the university at the beginning of each quarter is not tuition, but fees. These are charges that pay for on-campus services and amenities...

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Student Appreciation is a day of free food, music and games for students, all provided by the university. The event will be on May 23 and is located at the
Student Recreation Sports Complex instead of the usual Barto Lawn.

Appreciation shown with concerts, food

Dez Rodriguez, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2019

CWU is introducing “Wild Fest” to Student Appreciation Day on May 23 from 1-10 p.m. Live music, games, activities and food will all be free for CWU students to show appreciation for their hard work...

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The streets of Ellensburg are empty with few vehicles passing through. Empty streets like this one show the lack of nighttime entertainment options for students who are under the age of 21.

The city that always sleeps

Nick Tucker, Senior News Reporter
May 16, 2019

The Ellensburg nightlife may be lacking in options for students who can’t drink or choose not to. Many students who attend CWU and live in Ellensburg either aren’t old enough to legally drink, choose...

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“What Employers Want” Workshop advises students on impressing employers

“What Employers Want” Workshop advises students on impressing employers

Ben Wheeler, Online/Social Media Manager
May 14, 2019

The latest “What Employers Want” Workshop took place on May 14 in Samuelson 103, where CWU Career Services Employer Outreach Liaison Bruce Simpson ran an interactive presentation with a nearly full...

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Open Mic showcases student talent

Open Mic showcases student talent

Kyle Wilkinson, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2019

Open Mic Night was held last night in the 1891 Bistro. Students interested in participating signed up for their chance to perform for an audience. Several CWU students sang songs they had written, while...

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Diversity Awards celebrate inclusion

Diversity Awards celebrate inclusion

Emma Johnson, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2019

The fifth annual Diversity Awards were held on Wednesday May 8th at 6:00 p.m. in the SURC Ballroom. The awards were presented by Office of the President and Office of the Vice President. The beginning...

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2019 Off-Campus Housing Fair shows living options for students

2019 Off-Campus Housing Fair shows living options for students

Ben Wheeler, Online/Social Media Manager
May 9, 2019

Today, the annual Off-Campus Housing Fair took place on the SURC’s east patio, with tables set up for representatives of various property ownership groups, as well as representatives for specific properties....

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Representative Drew Hansen (center left) who wrote HB 2158, with some of the student legislative liaisons
who helped him get the bill passed (left to right) Zack Turner (CWU), Adan Espino (University of Wash-
ington), Henry Pollet (Webster Washington University).

Student helps others: Financial aid bill passes

Nick Tucker, Senior News Reporter
May 9, 2019

Funding bill passes With the help of students across the state of Washington, including one from CWU, a bill has been passed in the Washington House of Representatives. The bill is the largest single...

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(Left to right) Joshua Nelson-Ichido, Jamie Gilbert, Dr. Meaghan Nolte and Dr. Arrington Stoll listen to Mariah Greenaway leading discussion with the student audience.

Mental health stigma discussed

Nick Tucker, Senior News Reporter
May 8, 2019

A discussion on mental health led by four CWU faculty members was attended by about a dozen students on Wednesday, May 1. The event was hosted by the CWU Communications Department Honor Society Lambda...

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Faculty senate speaks on university advancement

Faculty senate speaks on university advancement

Dez Rodriguez, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2019

According to CWU Provost Katherine Frank, 92 faculty members are registered to attend commencement Concerns over the low number was discussed amongst faculty senate members on May 1 at the faculty senate...

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College of Arts and Humanities honors students and faculty

Austin Lane, Staff Reporter
May 7, 2019

The College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) year end celebration was tonight in the SURC Ballroom. The celebration recognized students and faculty within the college. The Thomas Gause Award for Achievement...

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