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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

Germany and EU events present new opportunities for students at CWU

Miles King, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2017

If you have ever had the desire to live or work abroad in Europe, the series of events occurring over the next week will give you all the information you need.   From November 6 to Nov. 17, several...

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Lori Fritts, the kitchen manager at the FISH food bank, manages the hot meals that are served. She does all her cooking with the oven, crock pot and toaster pan located in their kitchen.

FISH Food Bank puts the “unity” back in community

Eric Rosane, News Editor
November 9, 2017

As the holidays approach and the days get shorter, many students and faculty find themselves traveling or going home for many consecutive weekends. During these weekends there is usually plenty of food,...

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Gaudino’s speech addresses budget and housing concerns

Eric Rosane, News Editor
November 9, 2017

President James Gaudino went before the university Monday, Nov. 6, to give his annual state of the university address to the faculty and staff of CWU at 10 a.m. in McConnell Hall. Gaudino’s guest speaker,...

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Mount Rainier is one of the largest national parks in Washington and attracts many outdoor tourists.

From the mountains to the sea

Samuel Beaumonte, Senior News Reporter
November 9, 2017

President Trump’s  proposed federal budget for 2018 cuts $1.5 billion from the Department of the Interior, which oversees the country’s National Park Service (NPS). This led to a plan to increase...

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Tester in his office overlooking the Northwest side of campus. Tester will take the position of director of undergraduate research. Eric Rosane/Observer.

Griff Tester accepts new director position

Kejuan Coleman, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2017

The duties of being the interim director of undergraduate research is to encourage undergraduate students to do more research. Griff Tester recently stepped in to fill the shoes as the interim director...

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For the first three weeks of class, four freshmen were given temporary housing on the second-floor lounge of Kamola Hall. Eric Rosane/Observer.

Temporary housing shows population burst at CWU

Eric Rosane, News Editor
November 2, 2017

Can you imagine sleeping in plain view of all of your peers, even when you’re guaranteed your own room and board? For the first three weeks of class freshmen Lj Lovejoy, Jules Mendiola and two other...

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CDSJ adds Barge as sight for non-traditional students

Miles King, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017

  The Center for Diversity and Social Justice (CDSJ) is planning an expansion into the fourth floor of Barge Hall this December. Currently, it is located on the second floor of the SURC. The...

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Our Climate, an Ellensburg based climate-change organization, aims to tackle climate issues through a community based approach. Courtesy of Pixabay.

Environment issues fuel climate talks

Jason Morales, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017

On Nov. 5 in Ellensburg’s Public Library from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Our Environment has organized a climate change talk for the community of Ellensburg. This local group is bringing light to the issue...

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Ellensburg to vote on affordable housing

Ellensburg to vote on affordable housing

In a town with a population of less than 25,000 people,  and a student body making up nearly half that number,  the need for affordable housing is crucial. Alejandro Reyez-Gonzalez, senior at CWU,...

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ASCWU President Giovanni Severino listens intently during a public meeting last Tuesday. Xander Fu/Observer.

Giovanni Severino looks to pave paths

Jason Morales, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017

ASCWU President Giovanni Severino is looking forward to his first full year as president. Severino is heading into his senior year after transferring from Yakima Valley Community College (YVCC). From...

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Marijuana ads leave the scene

Marijuana ads leave the scene

Hanson Lee, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017

Prior to July of this year, you may have seen your local marijuana retailer advertising their products and marijuana plants in forms such as sign waving and other means. If so, then you may have also...

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CWU hits historic numbers in diversity

Kejuan Coleman, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017

Thirty-five percent of CWU students are people of color, as of a 2016 survey. The number is increasing alongside the growing amount of incoming students. CWU is on it’s way to changing for a better future...

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