By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex is open, but with limited availability

Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex is open, but with limited availability

Ty Mcphee, Staff Reporter February 9, 2022

Students were turned away from the Recreation Sports Complex (RSC) after wanting to use the turf field Jan. 27 at around 7 p.m.  The students were unaware of any sort of change to the hours and were...

Live music 88.1 the Burg

You’re listening to 88.1 the ‘Burg

Joshua Kornfeld, Staff Reporter February 9, 2022

With many streaming services available, students are flooded with options when it comes to what music they listen to, when and where. Students can listen to several programs on 88.1 the ‘Burg Monday...

Painting by Joyful Enriquez

First Friday Art Walk displays unique perspectives across downtown Ellensburg

Katherine Camarata, Senior Reporter February 9, 2022

The streets of Ellensburg were alive with the spirit of creativity as community members enjoyed a variety of art exhibits and live musicians during the February’s First Friday Art Walk. Attendees were...

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The NFL uniform policies are atrocious

Evan Couch, Columnist February 9, 2022

The NFL’s uniform policies are atrocious and nothing but a cash grab for the league. The individuality and expression of the league’s athletes suffer as a result of the unnecessary and harsh regulations. When...

Let’s talk about love… Self-love

Let’s talk about love… Self-love

Addie Adkins, Columnist February 9, 2022

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, which means romance, dating and relationships are taking center stage for the next couple of weeks. While giving flowers or chocolates to your favorite person...

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Proposed bill makes false claims about elections a gross misdemeanor

Gavin Johnson, Staff Reporter February 9, 2022

The Senate State Government and Elections Committee held a public hearing last week regarding a proposed bill that would make it illegal for public officials and candidates to “knowingly make false statements...

Calls to Action exhibit in the Museum of Culture and Environment

CWU activists sound a call to action

Katherine Camarata, Staff Reporter February 9, 2022

Signs sporting phrases like “Stop funding violence” and “Why is ending racism a debate?” decorate the glaring, white walls of the Museum of Culture and Environment this quarter as part of the Calls...

Dr Anne E. Egger has been elected into the 2021 class of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Professor Anne Egger recognized as Fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Morgana Carroll, Staff Reporter February 9, 2022

A landscape tells an untold story and writes a record of its history, if the viewer knows how to read it. By looking at a landscape with an observant eye and asking questions about what is seen, a grasp...

Sarah Stewart, Graphic Designer February 8, 2022

Q&A with Dr. Sarah Jaquette Ray

Q&A with Dr. Sarah Jaquette Ray

Addie Adkins, Staff Reporter February 2, 2022

Meet Sarah Jaquette Ray, author of “A Field Guide To Climate Anxiety: How to Keep Your Cool on a Warming Planet,” which she discussed in a virtual event on Feb. 1. Currently a professor at Humboldt...

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Juliette Williams ties school 60-meter dash record in first meet as a Wildcat

Evan Couch, Staff Reporter February 2, 2022

In her first track and field meet as a Wildcat, transfer sophomore Juliette Williams tied the school’s 60-meter dash record. Williams tied the previous record holder and her teammate, senior Makenna...

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CWU men’s rugby holds on in season opener

Jared Galanti, Sports Editor February 2, 2022

CWU men’s rugby team held off the Seattle Rugby Club 26-24 on Friday Jan. 28 to capture their first win of the season, thanks to a missed penalty kick in the final seconds of play. After being down...

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