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

Are stereotypes bringing you down? It’s not your fault

Are stereotypes bringing you down? It’s not your fault

Nick Tucker, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Every generation thinks in somewhat of a unique way and one of the things that sets ours apart is the concept of “the brand” which has made its way into our collective consciousness. It’s this...

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Let MLB players hit free agency sooner

Let MLB players hit free agency sooner

Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

The MLB payment structure has players play six full seasons before they can go into free agency. That needs to change. Over the last two off-seasons, free agency has been a bust. According to Matt Kelly...

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A bitter critique of two subpar Netflix horror flicks

A bitter critique of two subpar Netflix horror flicks

TyYonna Kitchen, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Everyone knows that Netflix makes questionable choices when it comes to horror movies. “Terrifier” (2018) and “Stitches” (2013) are no exceptions. Both are killer clown movies, with little to no...

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Student safety is at risk when classes continue in snow

Student safety is at risk when classes continue in snow

Heather Stewart, Photo Editor
February 14, 2019

As we receive a weather alert on all student accounts, I begin  to wonder how much snow Ellensburg will get before campus closes for classes. According to Craig Revels, who has lectured at CWU for 14...

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Canceling School Because of Snow is Irresponsible

Canceling School Because of Snow is Irresponsible

Rune Torgersen, Copy Desk Chief
February 14, 2019

Canceling school because of snowy weather is a far-reaching solution that has more unintended consequences than one might initially realize. It’s easy to catch oneself partially hoping for a day off...

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Love is always worth celebrating

Love is always worth celebrating

Alexa Murdock, Managing Editor
February 6, 2019

While Valentine’s Day is undoubtedly commercialized, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate it. Valentine’s Day is a reminder that we should take time out of our busy lives and appreciate the...

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Corporate America loves Valentine’s Day

Corporate America loves Valentine’s Day

Mariah Valles, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2019

Unfortunately for gullible Americans, Valentine’s Day is one big marketing scheme that  is predicted to cost each individual about 160 dollars this year (National Retail Federation). Teddy bears, candy...

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Dealing with the media is part of an athlete’s job

Dealing with the media is part of an athlete’s job

Dez Rodriguez, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019

We’ve all seen it. The famous Marshawn Lynch post-game interview, more commonly remembered as the “I’m just here so I won’t get fined” interview. The more I work in sports journalism, the...

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Ellensburg offers many winter activities

Ellensburg offers many winter activities

Shawna Hettick, Staff Photographer
February 6, 2019

Despite what many students say, Ellensburg is not a boring place to live, especially in the winter.  Instead of sitting at home, you could be hiking up my personal favorite trail, the snow-covered Manastash...

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Be conscious of your mental health in college

Be conscious of your mental health in college

Cassidy Simpson, Staff Photographer
February 6, 2019

As a mental health activist and someone who has struggled with my own mental health in the past, I am determined to get people more involved with and aware of their mental health. Every single person’s...

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Adjust your altitude and take it to the slopes

Adjust your altitude and take it to the slopes

Bryce Weedman, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2019

Picture being on a mountain full of snow in the middle of winter. It’s freezing out, the trees surround you and you sit at about 4,000 feet of elevation. You can see your breath, and beautiful white...

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The kids aren’t alright, they’re addicted

The kids aren’t alright, they’re addicted

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2019

My concerns are for the younger generation. I feel as if kids are going to struggle with communicating in many aspects, especially face-to-face. Whatever happened to playing outside with our friends until...

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