The Observer

Review: Mad Max: Fury Road earns 5 out of 5 stars

Kyle Fenton, Assistant Scene Editor
May 27, 2015

Warner Bros Entertainment “Mad Max: Fury Road” is the most metal movie I have ever seen. Everyone has been ranting and raving about how awesome this film is, from the masses of keyboard lurkers...

The different trends of beards

Alexandra Proctor, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Few humans can resist the power of a well-manicured beard. Though this may not be a scientific fact, as data is still being collected, there certainly has been an influx of trends currently surrounding beards.

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How to maintain your beard

Nicolas Cooper, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Whether it’s the lumberjack-style or the short maintained beard, a new wave of the beard trend has hit the Pacific Northwest. However, there are certainly mixed feelings about this popular look. Cameron...

Central’s Pride Week

Angelica Bartorelli, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

Central’s Pride Week is still making a name for itself, even after 30 years. Hosted every year by Equality Through Queers and Allies (EQuAl), students come together for a week of activities that celebrate...

Review: Weedeater’s “Goliathan”

Aaron Kunkler, News Editor
May 20, 2015

Weedeater has been a staple of the sludge metal scene for over a decade now. Sludge metal is often described as Sabbath meets Black Flag circa “My War,” only heavier and meaner. Throw in a few...

Review: “Pitch Perfect 2”

Nicolas Cooper, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

After “Pitch Perfect” captivated audiences across the nation, I couldn't wait to see what the second installment had to offer. “Pitch Perfect 2” exemplifies the true characteristics of sisterhood,...

Outdoor activities students should consider this summer

Alexandra Proctor, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

Lovin’ summer, having a blast With summer quickly approaching, many students are looking for some summer fun around Ellensburg. Although Ellensburg doesn’t have a mall or water park yet, there are...

Spring Fashion Show set to hit the runway

Victoria Shamrell, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

A century ago in 1915, the first fashion class was taught at Central as part of the apparel, textiles and merchandising program. Today, the 100th Spring Fashion Show is just around the corner. It is the accumulation of all the hard work that the students, both inside and outside of the program, have been doing all quarter.

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Drones: useful or useless?

Shanai Bemis, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

Whether they’re delivering packages, flying into the White House or helping in search and rescue operations, drones have been making headlines. Drone technology, while having been used for some time...

Meet Central’s new ASCWU Student Government President

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2015

Ryan Anderson was announced as the Central 2015-2016 Student Government President after elections last week.

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Third annual Burgstock to feature Ellensburg bands this Saturday, May 16

Alexandra Proctor, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2015

The Battle of Burgstock III bands submitted to compete, seven were selected as finalists and, now they will face off in an epic showdown. The seven finalists will be at Cornerstone Pie on Saturday,...

CORRECTION: Burgstock this Saturday, May 16 @ 3 p.m.

May 15, 2015

In this week's print issue, the dates for Burgstock were incorrect. The correct date is Saturday, May 16 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.