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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

Why this is the season the mariners will make the playoffs

Why this is the season the mariners will make the playoffs

Jared Galanti, Columnist
April 7, 2021

Once opening day comes around every year, the same words come out of every Mariners fan's mouth: this will be the year that they make the playoffs. The Seattle Mariners have the longest active streak...

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Review: “Neon Genesis Evangelion” and “The End of Evangelion”

Abigail Duchow, Columnist
April 7, 2021

In light of “Evangelion: 3.0+1.0,” the fourth and final movie in the “Rebuild of Evangelion” series, being released in Japan, I decided to rewatch the original Japanese mecha anime series “Neon...

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Adulting advice you never knew you needed

Adulting advice you never knew you needed

Addie Adkins, Columnist
April 7, 2021

I recently hit my third decade of living, which means I’ve had 12 years of “adulting” practice. I’ve learned many things along the way I wish someone had told me when I went out into the world...

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Ditch your 3-in-1 body care, please

Star Diavolikis, Columnist
April 7, 2021

When you are told to have good hygiene, 3-in-1 body care should never be involved in your routine. A product that is good to use for shampoo, conditioner, face wash and body wash seems too good to be true...

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High glam, low budget, lower standards

High glam, low budget, lower standards

Libby Williams, Columnist
March 9, 2021

As we round out one year in a pandemic, there is no shortage of new obstacles we’re all experiencing in our daily lives: the lack of social interaction, the total loss of a perception of time, the anxiety...

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No, CWU isn’t the most diverse college in Washington

No, CWU isn’t the most diverse college in Washington

Addie Adkins, Columnist
March 9, 2021

CWU has claimed they have been named the top university for diversity in Washington since 2014. This claim has morphed into “most diverse university in Washington” and that makes me cringe every time...

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Being outside without a mask is a breathtaking feeling

Being outside without a mask is a breathtaking feeling

Nidia Torres, Columnist
March 9, 2021

Whether it is walking and jogging or running and full-on sprinting, the need to wear masks is not a strong one. Exercise requires the ability to master breathing techniques to avoid becoming winded too...

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Reductionist arguments, shaped by social media, are ruining discourse

Bailey Tomlinson, Columnist
March 9, 2021

Social media has ruined discourse. I believe this to be true for many reasons. However, there is a big culprit I see often engaged within the philosophy community and not really outside of it that is...

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It’s too soon to reopen schools

It’s too soon to reopen schools

Ilse Orta Mederos, Columnist
March 2, 2021

When I first heard the discussion about opening schools once more, I was skeptical. It made me question how effective it could be in the long run if they were to open schools once more, since we still...

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The benefits of having an organized space

The benefits of having an organized space

Abigail Stowell, Columnist
March 2, 2021

It has been said multiple times by parents, “Why isn’t your room clean?” “Do your dishes!” “Wipe down the counter top please!” But has it ever been noticed that these things weren’t just...

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Tiger Woods not only became the GOAT, he made it fun doing it

Gabriel Strasbaugh, Columnist
March 2, 2021

From majors, to records galore, to being elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame, Tiger Woods' mark on sports has transcended more than just the playing green. Woods has become an instant icon throughout...

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CWU disregards student achievement and robs seniors of graduation

CWU disregards student achievement and robs seniors of graduation

Taylor Korrell, Columnist
March 2, 2021

On Jan. 21, CWU announced that the spring 2021 commencement will be held virtually. This announcement brought up various emotions of frustration, disappointment, heartbreak and despair.   For students...

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