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

Student employees can work up to 40 hours a week in the summer and during breaks

Students can see work hours increase during breaks

Annika Lynch, Staff Reporter
July 7, 2016

During summer break Central Washington University students have the option to work on campus. But, how many hours are they allowed to work on campus if they are attending or not attending school for the...

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The library parking lot is one three lots currently under repaving and expansion this summer

CWU paves the way to fewer parking problems

Annika Lynch, Staff Reporter
June 29, 2016

Central Washington University is doing general maintenance over the course of summer break. These projects include the re-pavement of the Student Village Parking lot and the extensions of the Brooks...

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Hello summer, good-bye student job hours

Hello summer, good-bye student job hours

Natalie Baldwin, Staff Reporter
June 28, 2016

As many students are enjoying their summer break by hanging out with friends or even working, some students are still here on campus working or going to school. When it comes to staying on campus, the...

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The diseased trees along the corridor have been removed in order to allow equipment access into the construction site

Constructing a better education

McKenzie Lakey, Summer Editor-in-Chief
June 27, 2016

efore the excitement of graduation could settle over campus and students could flee for a summer reprieve, Central’s latest renovation project roared into full-swing as they shifted focus from...

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Breathe easy; the trees are here to stay

Breathe easy; the trees are here to stay

Ray Payne, Staff Reporter
June 3, 2016

Recently, concerns have been raised about the fate of several trees that may be threatened by the Samuelson renovation project, but Central Washington University administration is assuring the public that...

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Michael Sam came during Pride Week to speak to CWU students, faculty, and staff about being one of the first openly gay NFL players.

Pride Week brings NFL player Michael Sam to CWU campus

Kailan Manandic, Senior News Reporter
June 3, 2016

Michael Sam, the first openly gay NFL player, spoke at Central Washington University last Wednesday during its annual Pride Week. Students, faculty and community members gathered to hear Sam talk and...

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Increase of freshmen create demand for dorms

Increase of freshmen create demand for dorms

George Rohwer, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2016

Central Washington University is receiving 21 percent more incoming freshmen next year, as compared to the usual amount. “We are projecting an estimated 1,850 to 1,900 incoming freshmen for the 2016-2017...

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(Top) An artist rendition of what the veteran memorial will look like and (bottom) the future location of the memorial.

Veteran memorial to be in front of library

Joey Castonguay, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2016

Central Washington University has decided to place a veteran’s memorial near the east entrance of Brooks library, after careful consideration. “I am really honored that the [student government]...

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Minimum-wage increase is all the rage

Minimum-wage increase is all the rage

Victoria Shamrell, Scene Editor
May 26, 2016

Small businesses in Ellensburg could be heavily affected by a minimum wage increase to $15. While big corporations could adapt easily, small businesses say they’d risk going out of business. A living...

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CWU parking: Is it a problem or a matter of convenience?

CWU parking: Is it a problem or a matter of convenience?

Jonathan Glover, Editor-In-Chief
May 26, 2016

In March, Nick Hansen, senior chemistry student at Central Washington University, decided he would try an experiment – a test to measure how much time would pass before he could find a parking spot. His...

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Science II coming soon with a building near you

Science II coming soon with a building near you

Kailan Manandic, Senior Reporter
May 26, 2016

After over two years of construction, Central Washington University’s new science building is nearly ready for operation. Science Phase II has finished construction and is on track to open this fall...

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Primate Awareness Week

Primate Awareness Week

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2016

Central Washington University sets itself apart from other schools by being the only university in the country that offers both an M.S. degree and undergraduate program in primatology. “The undergraduate...

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