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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

(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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Patrick Carpenter speaks at the ceremony while other EQuAl students hold the flag that is now flying above Barge Hall.

Somewhere under the rainbow

Julia Moreno, News Editor
May 23, 2016

The Stars and Stripes and Washington’s Evergreen had a new companion—a Rainbow—on the flag pole high atop Barge Hall on the Central Washington University campus Monday. The new flag, a rectangle...

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He's Abel: Community helps raise thousands to help former football player

He’s Abel: Community helps raise thousands to help former football player

Zac Hereth, Sports Editor
May 19, 2016

Sometimes, it’s not about the what, it’s about the who. The who being two off-duty EMTs who were boating in the Columbia River, near Crescent Bar, when they witnessed a man’s worst day. On...

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New AC and heating pipes coming to Farrell Hall and Brooks Library

New AC and heating pipes coming to Farrell Hall and Brooks Library

Kailan Manadic, Senior Reporter
May 19, 2016

Central Washington University is currently replacing and reinforcing the steam pipes that provide heat to Farrell Hall and the library, one of the final steps in replacing the campus-wide system. Over...

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The battle over bathrooms

The battle over bathrooms

Kailan Manadic, Senior Reporter
May 19, 2016

Last January, a transgender teen in Virginia fought to use the boys’ bathroom at his high school, touching on a national debate. Last Friday, the Obama administration sided with him and directed all...

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Central community rallies to support displaced residents at Shady Brook

Central community rallies to support displaced residents at Shady Brook

Kailan Manandic, Senior Reporter
May 12, 2016

Shady Brook mobile home park, commonly known as Shady Acres, is in the process of being purchased by Kittitas County, a move that has created backlash from the community. Residents of Shady Brook have...

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Brother 2 Brother celebrates one year

Brother 2 Brother celebrates one year

Joey Castonguay, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2016

The Central Brother to Brother club teaches young men of all backgrounds to develop good study habits in school and professional demeanors outside of it. The club aims for all members to achieve at least...

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The new truck can be found right next to 1891 Bistro.

Meals on wheels: Visit Central’s newest food truck

Joey Castonguay, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2016

Central dining services has added a new food truck for students that is located throughout campus, primarily outside of 1891 Bistro. The truck comes as the second purchase made by Central’s dining...

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