By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Edith Rojas, candidate for ASCWU President.

ASCWU Elect looks to students for expansions

Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2018

Newly elected student president Edith Rojas understands that not being heard on important issues is frustrating for students.  Rojas is determined to make sure student voices are heard while still staying...

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CWU to host Cannabis Caucus

CWU to host Cannabis Caucus

Miles King, News Editor
April 25, 2018

The CWU College of Business is hosting a Cannabis Caucus on Friday, April 27. The conference will be the first in Washington devoted the growing industry. The caucus will take place in Sue Lombard Hall...

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Bowers Field Runway 7-25 closed

Bowers Field Runway 7-25 closed

Mathilde Angeledei, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2018

In the fall of 2017, runway 7-25 at Bowers Field Airport in Ellensburg was closed indefinitely. Last month, Kittitas County decided to close the runway permanently. Bowers Field Airport is used by...

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New robotics minor offered in the fall

New robotics minor offered in the fall

Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2018

Higher education must keep up with the needs of not only their students, but industry demands to justify curriculum. The Electrical Engineering Technology Department (EET) at CWU is offering a new robotics...

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CWU hosts First Amendment Fest

Nicholas Tucker, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2018

The First Amendment is a big part of everyday American life.. Slander and obscenity laws aside, the First Amendment is what allows the American people to speak their minds without fear of retaliation by...

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Haruma - a AUAP student fills a bag full of trash that was left along side a Dary Queen near the Ellensburg roundabout.

Earth month at CWU

Mathilde Angeledei, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2018

The Center for Leadership and Community Engagement (CLCE) will put on six activities in April to celebrate Earth Month. The purpose of Earth Month is to inform people about the environment and all the...

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BSU plans more protests, students upset with EB Police

BSU plans more protests, students upset with EB Police

Henry Crumblish, Scene Editor
April 20, 2018

Black Student Union (BSU) held a protest April 13 against police brutality due to the murder of Stephon Clark, a young black male from Sacramento, who was shot more than 20 times by police officers in...

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Regulation drives out Chelan County farms

Eric Rosane, Co-Editor
April 19, 2018

Farms in Chelan County have been facing heavy zoning regulations since 2014 by county commissioners that are forcing a majority of farms to shut down or cease production all together. The ordinance, according...

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Active Shooter Protocol

Miles King, News Editor
April 12, 2018

Mass shootings have unfortunately become a regular part of American life. With the recent events at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, how should students across campuses nationwide react in an active...

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ASCWU candidates meet to debate in the Surc Pit.

ASCWU candidates take the stage

Miles King, News Editor
April 12, 2018

ASCWU candidates gathered in the SURC Pit Wednesday, April 4 at noon for public debate. Questions for the hopeful candidates focused primarily on equity and inclusivity.   About 50 students and a few...

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Bob Ferguson discussed how he combatted Trumps travel ban.

Attorney General comes to CWU

Miles King and Eric Rosane, News Editor and Co-Editor
April 12, 2018

After a lawsuit filed by Washington Attorney general was upheld continuing deportation protections for dreamers in Washington, letters of gratitude flooded the Attorney General’s office. One letter,...

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Faculty Senate Chairman Cody Stoddard addresses the floor with an update.

Faculty senate overview

Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2018

Having a place to go where people can voice opinions and concerns within a community is essential to keeping issues at bay. Faculty Senate meetings provide an opportunity for faculty and administration...

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