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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

Summer session sign outside of Randall Hall.

CWU Hacks

The Observer Staff
June 9, 2017

There’s a reason that University 101 exists, and it isn’t just to torture freshmen. Unless they skipped a grade or two, college students are adults and are expected to act as such. This can come as...

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Girl Power

Girl Power

Alex Palacios, Scene Reporter
June 1, 2017

Jacob Gerken The science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, are commonly male-dominated. The same is true here at CWU, so a group of female students created the Women in STEM club. The...

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Long Live the King

Long Live the King

April Porter, Scene Reporter
June 1, 2017

April Porter Hailing from the Kingdom of An Tir, Knight Deagar Fairhair suits up for fighter practice. He places thick pads on his knees, shoulders and elbows followed, by a red cloak and armor made of...

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Daisy Perez, Scene Senior Reporter
June 1, 2017

Jack Lambert A young boy attended his very first play, Cinderella, at the McConnell Auditorium. He watched intently at the stage as Cinderella transitioned into her iconic sparkling ball gown. It was...

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Spring Fashion Show

Susie Chavez, Scene Reporter
June 1, 2017

To kick off the end of spring quarter, get ready for a raised runway, lights, videography, models and designers! The CWU Fashion Show Production Class will be holding the 21st Anniversary Fashion Show...

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Northwest Barber settles in Eburg

Northwest Barber settles in Eburg

Eric Rosane, Staff Reporter
June 1, 2017

On the streetside of the quaint and bustling 4th Avenue in Ellensburg lies a barber’s pole that protrudes well above the sidewalks below, a lone idol shown as a testament to the historic downtown. Without...

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QTPOC

QTPOC

Alex Palacios, Scene Reporter
May 24, 2017

Safety and familiarity are the two things that Justin Guzman focused on when he considered starting his new club. Guzman,a senior at CWU studying psychology, is one of the founding members of Queer...

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Ask Dr. H

Ask Dr. H

Dr. H, Column Writer
May 23, 2017

Dear Dr. H, What are the benefits of waiting to have sex until marriage? Dear student, The benefits of waiting until marriage to have sex really depend on your perspective of sex and the value...

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Paddles in the Air

Paddles in the Air

Ben Ramirez, Scene Reporter
May 23, 2017

Ping Pong, or table tennis, is a fairly simple game that most people have tried at least once. The game is perfect for spending a sunny afternoon playing against friends, trying to see who is the most...

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Poppin Tags

Poppin’ Tags

Susie Chavez, Scene Reporter
May 23, 2017

When most students graduate they are satisfied with just finding a job in their field of study. However, some lucky alums go on to receive awards in their careers. One of these award-winning alumni is...

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A Native American tradition

A Native American tradition

April Porter, Online Editor
May 19, 2017

The CWU Friendship Gathering and Pow Wow will bring Native American culture to the CWU campus so students and community members can learn about local tribes. “People need to know natives are still...

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Barrio Fiesta celebrates the Philippines

Barrio Fiesta celebrates the Philippines

Alex Palacios, Scene Writer
May 19, 2017

Sandy beaches and warm weather can—at times—seem elusive in Ellensburg but they are common in the Philippines. Since the weather here can’t be changed and CWU far from the nearest beach, it is up...

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