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

Financial Aids welcome window in Bouillon Hall.

Students run into problems with financial aid

Jessica Perez, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2018

With a new school year beginning, the Financial Aid Office has had to fix several mix-ups that have occured with students’ financial aid because of things being overlooked on their part. Students have...

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Cristela Alonzo cracks a joke about her bilingual experiences with caucasian english.

Homecoming queen

Jack Belcher, News Editor
October 17, 2018

The last few Homecoming week- ends, CWU has booked a comedian to perfrom stand up. In 2017, the university brought Nick Offerman, known best for his portrayal of Ron Swanson in the TV show “Parks and...

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Jacqueline Flaherty shows her high-kick skills during a Zumba class at the CWU Recreation Center.

Fitness classes at CWU now free with membership

Nick Jahnke, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

CWU’s Group X fitness classes are now included with a Recreation Center membership. Members of the Recreation Center may now participate in as many classes as they want with no added cost. Fitness...

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The 1891 Bistro is now open 24 hours a day.

1891 Bistro open 24/7 with new technology lab

Will Ortner, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

The 1891 Bistro at CWU underwent some minor changes this summer, in the hopes of making life easier for the students. It was decided that 1891 Bistro would stay open 24 hours a day, seven days a week,...

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Laine Heikel discusses her role as Senior Project Manager at Confluence Health.

Panel discussions hope to attract women to industry

Jessica Perez, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

The first annual Women in Industry panel was held on Oct. 3 in the SURC Theater. It was hosted by the Department of Engineering Technologies, Safety, and Construction (ETSC) in efforts to attract more...

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Applying for a CWU parking pass takes a turn

Applying for a CWU parking pass takes a turn

Jessica Perez, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2018

CWU has implemented a new process for obtaining an on-campus parking permit this school year. The change occurred because of the new system that most departments upgraded to over the summer. “The...

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ASCWU supports Diversity and Equity Center move to Black Hall

ASCWU supports Diversity and Equity Center move to Black Hall

Jack Belcher, News Editor
October 4, 2018

The Diversity and Equity Center (DEC) is moving to Black Hall in order for the program to expand. According to Jeff Rosenberry, Executive Director of Student Involvement, the new space in Black Hall is...

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A new sign and purpose for the old New York Teriyaki building.

CWU is unsure what to do with NY Teriyaki

Nick Jahnke, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2018

CWU purchased the former New York Teriyaki and Burgers building in April 2018 for $850,000. According to CWU Vice President of Business and Financial Affairs Joel Klucking. For now, the building remains...

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Mammoth tusk sculpture frames the new Samuelson STEM building

Samuelson opens in time for the start of classes

Jack Belcher, News Editor
September 28, 2018

After a decade of planning and two years of construction, the new Samuelson STEM building is finally open. Many students have walked past Samuelson in the last couple of years due to its location between...

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Sleep tight and don’t let the bed bugs bite

Jack Belcher, News Editor
September 28, 2018

In recent years the amount of bed bugs in the United States has skyrocketed. Experts believe that this is due to more densely populated areas and the increasing popularity of travel. Experts in Kittitas...

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Manweller asked to resign

Manweller asked to resign

Miles King, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2018

Former CWU political science professor Dr. Matt Manweller was accused late last week of having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old high school student in 1997 when he was at least 10 years older....

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No Car? No Problem

Tai Jackson, Staff Reporter
August 1, 2018

Many students choose to bring their cars with them when they come to college, but choosing not to bring a car isn’t a bad idea either. There are many ways to get around Ellensburg without having a car...

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