The Observer

How fans are watching Super Bowl 55

Derek Harper, Staff Reporter
February 6, 2021

Despite COVID-19 playing a factor in how Super Bowl 55 plays out, some people aren’t letting it get in the way of watching the big game with others. According to 1080AM The Fan, ESPN Portland, 33% of...

Football and men’s basketball announce upcoming opponents

Scene Editor, Scene Editor
February 5, 2021

The CWU Football team will play their first game in 511 days when they travel to Missoula, Montana for a matchup against the Montana Grizzlies on Apr. 10. The two teams were scheduled to face off at...

Women’s volleyball goes back to basics

Jake Tilley, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2021

Women’s volleyball returns to practice with lots of excitement after a long break. The team usually plays their season in the fall, but with COVID-19 they didn’t get the opportunity. If things...

Tomlinson Stadium: A home for all

Gabriel Strasbaugh, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021

Tomlinson Stadium’s profound impact on CWU and its students transcends nearly seven decades. Named in 1940 after star running back Jack Tomlinson, the name Tomlinson stuck and has been host to many events...

Hiking culture in Kittitas County

Deacon Tuttle, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021

When people yearn to connect with their surroundings a common response tends to be through hiking. Kittitas County offers several sights and exercise opportunities for those seeking such an outlet. People...

Staying fit: what’s new in the ‘Burg

Ondrea Machin, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021

Whether you like to be competitive or just enjoy physical activity, the Recreation Center is offering three different self-guided fitness challenges this winter. During the month of February, students...

Women’s soccer looks forward to spring season

Derek Harper, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021

Women’s soccer is gearing up for a six game season this spring featuring three other GNAC schools. When news came out that athletics would have an independent spring season for some of their teams, there...

With Nationals in sight, track and field athletes look to get better during COVID-19 restrictions

Dakaline White, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021

2020’s COVID-19 cancellations forced track and field athletes to take extra time off, but they are now gearing up for a hopeful 2021 spring outdoor season that will help them attain big goals. At...

A new way to golf

Ondrea Machin, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2021

COVID-19 hasn’t made it easy for students to participate in recreational sports, but the new Opti2shot golf simulator at the Recreation Center has provided a new way for students to golf. This new...

An extra year of eligibility provides opportunity for athletes

Dakaline White, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2021

COVID-19 cut college athletes' seasons short or cut them out altogether. The NCAA granted athletes an extra year of eligibility for competition. The option of opting in or opting out was left to the athletes...

Get outdoors with CWU’s OPR

Derek Harper, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2021

Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals (OPR) is open and offers gear for students to rent with plans for local excursions. If someone is looking to rent gear and go enjoy the snow, OPR has them covered. According...

CWU and Kittitas County are preparing as the next batch of COVID-19 vaccines work their way through the residents and students of Ellensburg

Gabriel Strasbaugh, Senior Reporter
January 27, 2021

Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, CWU’s athletics have finally resumed practice after approximately 10 months. As of Jan. 19, Kittitas County has received 2,000 doses of Moderna and Pfizer vaccines....