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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Social movement ‘It’s On Us’ comes to CWU

Social movement ‘It’s On Us’ comes to CWU

Karina Severino, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2020

A chapter of a social movement called It’s On Us has recently started at CWU. It’s On Us is a social movement created to raise awareness and fight sexual assault against men and women on college campuses. CWU’s...

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How religious groups are adapting

How religious groups are adapting

Joseph Stanger, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2020

CWU’s religious groups are changing the way they meet and interact with one another due to the stay-at-home order. Online software has become the main mode of communication for events and activities...

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Let’s chat on Netflix!

Let’s chat on Netflix!

Gabriel Lizama, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2020

With the stay-at-home order in place and classes completely virtual, students can still participate in Monday Movie Madness through Netflix Party. Netflix Party allows people to chat while watching a Netflix...

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Students face unemployment

Students face unemployment

Amy Morris, Scene Editor
April 15, 2020

With businesses and facilities shutting down because of COVID-19 many people are left unemployed, according to the United States Department of Labor. While some people have a lot of money saved up, others...

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Food banks statewide struggling to deal with increased visitation

Food banks statewide struggling to deal with increased visitation

Mitchell Roland, Senior Reporter
April 15, 2020

As unemployment continues to rise in Washington due to the COVID-19 outbreak, food banks statewide are seeing a drastic increase in visitation. According to the United States Labor Department, nearly...

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Virtual events to be hosted by CWU during spring quarter

Virtual events to be hosted by CWU during spring quarter

Abigail Duchow, Senior Reporter
April 15, 2020

To keep students engaged and entertained, even while being at home, CWU is putting on virtual events throughout the quarter. Many of these events will be held via Zoom, a video conference app, and other...

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How to stay entertained at home

How to stay entertained at home

Amy Morris, Scene Editor
April 15, 2020

Finding activities can be hard, especially with the stay-at-home order in place. While many people had plans to hang out with their friends during spring break, it did not become a reality. However,...

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Out for Delivery: Where do we eat now?

Out for Delivery: Where do we eat now?

Nicholas Tucker, Editor-in-Chief
April 9, 2020

In mid-March, Gov. Jay Inslee announced the prohibition of in-person dining at restaurants across the state. The effects of this order on the $13.5 billion-dollar industry have yet to be fully seen, but...

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How students are staying active

How students are staying active

Amy Morris, Scene Editor
April 9, 2020

With gyms and the rest of the CWU campus closed, students have to find other ways to work out. Whether it’s doing crunches, going for a run or doing yoga, getting a workout in has its benefits. Caitlin...

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‘Alexa, open Canvas’

‘Alexa, open Canvas’

Amy Morris, Scene Editor
April 1, 2020

Envision being able to log into Canvas without having to lift a finger. Imagine having all of CWU’s events and clubs listed to you with just one command. Well, this will soon be a reality with a special...

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Teagan Kimbro

‘Yes, I am fat’

Harleen Kaur, Staff Reporter
March 11, 2020

As she stared at herself in the mirror, she was ashamed and disgusted. The person looking back at her was not who she was in love with. It all started when the boys would verbally abuse her and call...

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Riel Hanson

Behind the scenes of the cosplay club

Tamara Sevao, Staff Reporter
March 11, 2020

Imagine walking through a venue, shoulder to shoulder with your favorite television show characters. Well, comic conventions (comic cons) are a place where various characters come to life.  The cosplay...

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