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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 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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Buddy the parrot, local celebrity, dies at 41

Lee Beck, Scene Editor
October 9, 2024

Ellensburg icon Buddy the grey parrot died after a short illness on Aug. 24 at age 41. Her memorial service was held by Brookside Funeral & Crematory last Sunday, Sept. 29. Ellensburg Pet Center...

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Cheech Marin enjoys audience laughter.

Cheech Marin Speaks on Chicano Art, expression and the future

Brandon Mattesich and Hayley James
October 5, 2024

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, CWU organized, “An Evening with Cheech Marin, A Life of Art, Culture, and Entertainment.” The event served as an outlet...

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Judas the Beslayer

A Decade of Drag

Lee Beck, Scene Editor
October 3, 2024

  In 2014, CWU was given a five-star rating in Campus Pride’s Top 50 LGBT-Friendly Colleges & Universities. That same year, Aquasha DeLusty, CWU Alum and professional drag queen began what...

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Snorkel with a hat added.

A Deep Dive With Snorkel

Brandon Mattesich, Staff Reporter
May 30, 2024

Chances are, at some point during your time at CWU, you’ve caught wind of Snorkel, the popular tortoise who hides out in the greenhouse most of the week. You may have even been lucky enough to catch...

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Do the students of CWU feel appreciated?

Do the students of CWU feel appreciated?

Hayley James, Staff Reporter
May 30, 2024

To celebrate the students and all their hard work this year, CWU hosted events for Student Appreciation Week from May 19 through May 24. The week started with a field day and an outdoor movie on Monday....

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Alondra Lopez's "Octopus".

Annual DoVA Student Exhibition at Larson Gallery

May Borges and Megan Foster
May 23, 2024

Annually the Department of Visual Arts (DoVA) students and instructors at Yakima Valley College (YVC) showcase their art at the DoVA Student Exhibition. The exhibition is held at the Larson Gallery in...

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