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

RIP to the print newspaper industry

RIP to the print newspaper industry

Kaelen Sauriol, Staff Reporter
February 8, 2018

If you are reading this, congratulations—you are not the majority. Maybe you are my friend, my mom or someone who saw this paper on the bench you were about to sit on so you picked it up. However, it...

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Pictured: Xander Fu

How NOT to control your life

Meghan LaLiberte, Copy Desk
February 1, 2018

Admit it, we're all guilty of waking up in the morning and having a routine: we brush our teeth, eat breakfast and go to class. Then along the way experience waves of panic when the routine changes. The...

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Letter to the Editor

January 25, 2018

To the Editor of The Observer: I am writing this letter to send a simple message to the four young men who decided to stand outside the SURC today and protest a woman’s right to choose: shame on you...

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You are not alone

You are not alone

Mariah Valles, Social Media Manager
January 25, 2018

As someone who personally struggles with anxiety, I am here to share my experiences with the intention of inspiring at least one person to reach out and get the help they need. Mental illnesses are extremely...

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FCC Vote Threatens Internet Freedom

FCC Vote Threatens Internet Freedom

Alexa Murdock, Copy Desk Chief
January 11, 2018

On Dec. 14, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) repealed net neutrality. The vote passed with a three-to-two majority.   Although the original net neutrality rules went into effect in...

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Kevin Spaceys hit TV show House of Cards took a hit after Spacey faced sexual harassment claims. Photo illustration by Jack Lambert.

Spacey’s “House of Cards” comes tumbling down

Natalie Hyland, Sports Editor
November 9, 2017

Since Kevin Spacey was first accused of sexual misconduct a little over a week ago, more and more people have come forward saying they were abused by the actor, including former colleagues at the Old Vic...

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Blade Runner 2049 Review

Blade Runner 2049 Review

Xander Fu, Staff Writer
October 12, 2017

I’m not a film critic. Whenever I watch a movie, I always go in with high hopes and usually come out with good feelings. Unlike many film analyzers (emphasis on the former syllable), I genuinely...

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Pitcher Felix Hernandez has played for Seattle for over a decade, but some fans are questioning if his career is nearing its end.

Time to hang it up Hernandez?

Clayton Huber, Staff Reporter
October 5, 2017

Seattle Mariners fans are clenching their fists as the Mariners were eliminated from playing in the postseason for 16 years in a row. It seems like every year is going to be “our year”. The year...

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Walk dont drive to save green

Walk don’t drive to save green

Racquel Rollins, Copy Desk Chief
September 28, 2017

All year, every year I hear one major topic of complaint: parking. This topic always brings a few thoughts to my mind. According to the Quick Facts page on the CWU website, we have over 11,000 students....

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What I learned from working in college

Susie Chavez, Staff Reporter
August 4, 2017

It’s common for college students to work while in being in school, but it’s also common for  students to have their first job while in college. Throughout my time here at Central, I have always been...

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Trump’s missile attack was a valid response in Syria

Ray Payne
April 16, 2017

Over the past week, I’ve sat back rather quietly and watched as everyone and their mom voiced an opinion on the recent U.S. military military action in Syria. For those of you who don’t know, or...

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Did privilege win Adele a Grammy?

Ryan Kinker, Senior Sports Reporter
February 16, 2017

The 59th annual Grammys took place Sunday night and the ceremony left me thinking about the way we all appreciate music. I’m an average, white male who has a hard time seeing every day privilege and...

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