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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

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As of Jan. 1, California has legalized the recreational sale of marijuana. They are the second state this year to legalize.

The Golden State goes green on rec pot

The Observer Staff
January 18, 2018

**A previous headline for this story, both online and in print, identified California as the Sunshine State. It has since been changed. California became the eighth state to legalize recreational marijuana...

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Student Success hires interim dean, begins permanent search

Xander Fu, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2018

William Schafer was appointed Dec. 19 as interim Dean of Student Success. He will serve in this position for six months, from January to June of 2018. A search committee for the position will begin early...

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Green states and marijuana advocates have been eager to see what the release of lax Obama-era regulations mean for their business and lifestyle.

Sessions up in smoke

Miles King, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2018

When Attorney General Jeff Sessions was appointed by the Trump administration, he made it clear he would fight against the legalization of marijuana on state levels. The morning of Jan. 4, Sessions delivered...

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Espresso your thoughts with ASCWU

Eric Rosane, News Editor
January 11, 2018

The ASCWU Elections Commission and Officers will host an information session on Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. in the SURC Pit for students looking to run for office in spring. This café-style chat is the...

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Anderson Hall, which lies just north of the SURC, is known by students for its convenient location and in-suite ovens. Jack Lambert / The Observer.

Anderson Hall begins transition to residence hall

Eric Rosane, News Editor
January 11, 2018

Anderson Hall will no longer be accepting apartment contracts beginning July 30 as CWU housing will transition Anderson into a residence hall for Fall 2018, according to an email sent out to current residents. This...

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Courtesy of Washington House GOP.

Professor under investigation for sexual misconduct, again

Eric Rosane, News Editor
January 11, 2018

Political science professor and state Rep. Matt Manweller was barred on Dec. 11 from teaching at CWU or contacting students, pending the results of a new investigation into sexual misconduct allegations....

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Welcome Back Observation Deck

Welcome Back Observation Deck

Sarah Hoot, Editor in Chief
January 11, 2018

Happy New Year Wildcats! As the saying goes “new year, new me” and I hope that you all take that to heart this quarter. Try out that club you are interested in, go to a concert that isn’t your...

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Emily Washines, CWU alumna, is a member of the Yakima nation. She was formally accepted as a CWU Board of Trustees member on Oct. 24. Courtesy of Washines Facebook.

New BoT member brings a Yakima native perspective to the table

Eric Rosane, News Editor
November 30, 2017

The first thing that CWU Board of Trustees (BoT) Member Emily Washines does every morning is log into the social media accounts for the Yakama Nation Fisheries in order to interact with their tens of thousands...

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The new dormitory would be built on the corner of Wildcat Way and Dean Nicholson Boulevard, where the CHCI currently is. The recreation expansion will be tailored for track and field, while Tomlinson will receive an upgrade predominantly for soccer and football. Courtesy of Lathan Wedin.

Future VP position will oversee large changes

Kejuan Coleman, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2017

Associate Vice President of Campus Planning and Facilities Management will soon have someone to fill the seat. The associate vice president’s main task is to make sure there is a focus on the maintenance...

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CWU dining services has a limited selection of vegan food for purchase, but many options can be found off campus. Courtesy of Pixhd.com

Eating vegan at CWU? Not so simple

Jason Morales, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2017

Some students have specific dietary restrictions that are difficult to keep up with, especially for those who live on campus and eat primarily on campus. Dining Services tries to keep up with the needs...

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Former VP for Legislative Affairs JR Siperly talks with CWU students in Olympia, Wash. at last years lobby day.

Cats prepare to take on the capitol

Xander Fu, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2017

CWU’s Lobby Day, headed by ASCWU VP of Legislative Affairs Michael Scott, has been rebranded as Cats at the Capitol and is officially scheduled for Jan. 26. More than namesake has been changed. A new...

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Getting a license to sell from the liquor board may not be so easy. Businesses potentially face opposition from the city, the board and community members. Photo illustration by Jack Lambert.

The complex procedures behind license denials

Miles King, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2017

Are you thinking about opening your own tavern or dispensary? There may be more steps to obtaining a cannabis license than you think. Attaining the proper license is the first step in your business plan....

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