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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

The ensemble cast for "John Proctor is the Villain." (Photo by Brandon Mattesich)

‘John Proctor is the Villain’ Commentary on power over women’s voices

Lee Beck, Scene Editor
November 21, 2024

The play “John Proctor is the Villain” is “A very nuanced piece with a lot of levels,” Emily Rollie, associate professor in the theatre and film department, co-coordinator of the BFA performance...

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"Conspiracy of Raven" by Gregg Schlanger. (Photo by Brandon Mattesich)

Art and Design faculty discuss their pieces in new exhibition

Catherine Bell, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

The department of art and design is holding a faculty exhibition, being showcased from Nov. 14 to Dec. 14 in the Sarah Spurgeon Gallery in Randall Hall. Before the opening of the exhibition, three professors...

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Apricity the dog. (Photo by Nalanie Pecora)

The benefits of owning an animal during the school year

Hayley James, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

The transition from being at home to going to college can be a lot for some students and having a pet can help that transition. “I think it helps a lot of people out,” Nalanie Pecora, senior English...

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CWU's rock climbign wall in the SURC. (Photo by Brandon Mattesich)

CWU lead climbing clinic teaches students safety while climbing

Nalanie Pecora, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

CWU’s lead climbing clinics are meant to teach students climbing safety. Rock climbers are responsible for their safety in a rock gym or out on a mountain. Without proper training, there could be detrimental...

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Open mic nights at Old Skool’s make music for the community for a decade

Catherine Bell, Staff Reporter
November 11, 2024

Open mic nights at Old Skool’s have been an integral event in the Ellensburg music scene for ten years. The music that happens in the back room of Old Skool’s every Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. can be the...

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Rehearsal of ;The Rocky Horror Picture Show'

‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s’ community and legacy at CWU

Lee Beck, Scene Editor
November 11, 2024

Neo Klosterman, senior theatre performance major and director of this year’s annual shadowcast of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” wanted this performance to reflect the resistance involved in the...

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The Observer staff with their award.

CWU Student Media travels to New Orleans for National Media Convention

November 11, 2024

 “We love the first amendment.” Hundreds of student journalists shouted in unison at the beginning of the final awards ceremony that took place at the Fall 2024 College Media Association National...

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Jack-o-lantern (Photo courtesy Pexels)

Halloween fever over-takes CWU this fall

Hayley James, Patrick Pugh, and Chayton Garcia
November 11, 2024

Boo Central is an annual haunt-jaunt at CWU Every Halloween, CWU’s Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement (SLICE) hosts “Boo Central,” a free event open to everyone of all...

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Festival submission posters. (Photos courtesy of CWU Theatre and Film)

Students bring genre filmmaking to the big-screen at the Wildcat Film Festival

Astor Powell-Pedersen and Chayton Garcia
October 31, 2024

The Wildcat Film Festival, held on Oct. 29 gave students the opportunity to see seven student-made short films on the big screen in McConnell Auditorium. The seven films submitted were “I Still Love...

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The Sleepers playing a show at Iron Horse Brewery. (Photo courtesy of The Sleepers and Brendan Fuller)

The Sleepers: Who they are and where they’re going

Catherine Bell, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2024

The members of The Sleepers are Collin Pillow, lead singer and bassist, Alex Palagyi, drummer and singer and Nate Zech, guitarist. The band, based out of Ellensburg, Washington are making a name for themselves,...

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The Volk family tailgating. (Photo courtesy Justin Yormack)

Tailgating: The Social Side of Football

Hayley James, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2024

Fall marks the start of football season, and with that comes a trail of social events that surround the sport. Football is a significant aspect of college, especially for students. College football unites...

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Preacher Lawson. (Photo courtesy Campus Activities and Preacher Lawson)

Preacher Lawson on his origins and comedy in the modern era

Lee Beck, Scene Editor
October 25, 2024

Preacher Lawson, three-time “America’s Got Talent” finalist, actor and stand-up comedian, is currently traveling across the continent of North America on his Funny as Bleep tour. The tour’s second...

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