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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

Jampa Dorje brings his knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism to Ellensburg

The Many Lives of Jampa Dorje

Katherine Camarata, Senior Reporter January 12, 2022

Students may have seen Jampa Dorje freely giving out hand-sewn books in front of the SURC, robes billowing around him while sharing philosophical joy. From the streets of Berkeley during the post-Beat...

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Extreme snow causes pass closures

Libby Williams, Scene Editor January 12, 2022

Record-breaking snow in Ellensburg led to two days of in-person classes being canceled and Snoqualmie Pass being closed, leaving many students still stranded on the west side after winter break. “It...

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Through the eyes of a freshman rugby player

Jamie Bass, Staff Reporter November 24, 2021

Committing to play a sport in college is a choice that all student athletes have made. In the beginning of that commitment, there can be an adjustment period where players adapt to schedules and team dynamics.  Grayce...

CWU’s network engineers work to solve on-campus connectivity issues

CWU’s network engineers work to solve on-campus connectivity issues

Joseph Stanger, Staff Reporter November 24, 2021

CWU’s networks provide service to students, staff and guests all across campus, but when a sudden outage can mean the difference between getting an assignment in on time and having to turn it in late,...

Vaccinations up among students since CWU vaccine deadline

Vaccinations up among students since CWU vaccine deadline

Sean Bessette, Editor-in-Chief November 24, 2021

As of publication, 10,136 students out of roughly 10,200 students are in compliance with CWU’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. 91.6% of those in compliance have been vaccinated. This means roughly 850...

Remembering those who passed

Remembering those who passed

Star Diavolikis, News Editor November 24, 2021

In 2021, a total of eight CWU students and staff passed away, including two professors and six students. Of the six students, two were athletes. The Observer staff wants to commemorate those who have passed...

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The cover of the book Bonner wrote using pseudonyms to evade campus policy.

ITAM professor faces fine

Sean Bessette, Editor-in-Chief November 24, 2021

CWU professor Julie Bonner wrote and published a textbook using pseudonyms to receive and keep royalties from CWU students, and may be facing a fine greater than $500 as a result of it. This is according...

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Clothing drives in Ellensburg provide warmth during the winter

Milenne Quinonez, Staff Reporter November 23, 2021

Winter is fast approaching, and staying warm during freezing temperatures in Ellensburg can be a challenge.  Allied People Offering Year-Round Outreach (APOYO) and the Clothing Center in Ellensburg...

Awake Health, owned by Elperin, is located at 201 S. Main St. in Ellensburg

Exemptions for sale, no questions asked

Sean Bessette, Editor in Chief November 22, 2021

KING 5 SEATTLE - An Ellensburg doctor and owner of Awake Health, Dr. Anna Elperin, repeatedly sold vaccine and mask exemptions to those without medical conditions, according to an investigation conducted...

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CWU loses opening playoff game

Leah Shepherd, Staff Reporter November 20, 2021

“Why not us?” This was what head coach Chris Fisk said in his pre-game press conference on Wednesday. The number six seed Wildcats were considered the underdog against number three seed Northwest Missouri...

All photos by Katherine Camarata

Missing and Murdered Native American and Indigenous Women’s march spreads awareness on campus

Katherine Camarata and Star Diavolikis November 18, 2021

“Where are our sisters? We pray for you everyday. We miss you. We love you. Creator, watch over our sisters. Bless their beautiful families. Each day we pray for our missing sisters. Light their way...

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CWU Students weigh in on concert crowd conduct following Astroworld tragedy

Joseph Stanger, Staff Reporter November 18, 2021

Earlier this month, fans from across the country gathered to attend Travis Scott’s third iteration of the Astroworld Festival, a two-day event in which Scott and various other artists perform in the...

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