The Observer

The Confederate flag and other controversial items on campus

April Radke, Staff Reporter
July 16, 2015

With the recent debate concerning the Confederate flag on government land—whether it should be permitted in such instances, or be left to private property—one may begin to wonder what kind of impact...

Washington State cuts tuition at state institutions

Forrest Hollingsworth, Staff Writer
July 12, 2015

ast week, Washington State’s government announced that it would be cutting college tuition by 5 percent in the upcoming year and, by 15 percent in the following for a total cut of 20 percent...

Physical and financial danger looms as drought continues

Kelly Kneer, Staff Reporter
July 9, 2015

In this summer of heat, low snowpack levels threaten another season of wildfires and low agricultural production. A long hot summer after a cold dry winter Continuing a trend...

Fire and heat safety: keeping self and home from harm

April Radke, Staff Writer
July 9, 2015

Summer is in full swing, with temperatures in the valley soaring above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Students and locals alike are seeking reprieve from the heat and dreading the potential consequences upon...

LGBTQIA+ Students and Their Allies Remain Cautiously Optimistic after SCOTUS Decision

Forrest Hollingsworth, Staff Reporter
July 7, 2015

On Friday, June 26, The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) made a decision that changed the definition of love, and marriage, legally in the United States forever. Same sex marriage...

Central Music Camps: An opportunity to work hard and play hard

Randi Gibbons, Staff Reporter
July 7, 2015

Starting mid July and continuing through the summer, Central will play host to a number of middle and high school students attending Central’s summer band camps, all accommodating different areas of...

Wellington statue arrives on campus

June 2, 2015

The long-awaited Wildcat statue found its place on the east patio of the SURC this week. The statue has been in the works since the beginning of the academic year. The project was conceptualized and...

Employers can choose to fear or embrace the beard

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

When it comes to employees and beards, business’ opinions will vary. Some employers have no issue with beards, while others ban them altogether. Locally, Pizza Colin, Ellensburg McDonald’s and the...

A beard’s history in the United States

Elliott Llera, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Of all the subjects students would expect to cover in a history class, facial hair isn’t likely to be an anticipated topic. However, in History Professor Brian Carroll’s course, “American Manhood in Historical Perspective,” this is exactly the type of subject matter that is discussed.

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New aviation contractor divides opinion

Simone Corbett, Assistant News Editor
May 27, 2015

Skepticism has surrounded the aviation department since IASCO Flight Training signed on as the new contractor for Central’s professional pilot program, replacing Midstate Aviation.

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Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest allows students to continue hands-on chimp interaction

Tera Stenhouse, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2015

Two years ago, Central was one of two universities in the world that had chimpanzees on campus. However, that changed in 2013, when the chimps moved to the Fauna Foundation.

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Thirty years of diversity at Central

Angelica, Bartorelli
May 20, 2015

Central’s Pride Week is still making a name for itself, even after 30 years. Hosted every year by Equality Through Queers and Allies (EQuAl), students come together for a week of activities that celebrate diversity.

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