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

The CWU Water Polo club’s goalie during a practice at the Aquatic Center.

CWU hosts Water Polo tournament

Kyvon Henry, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

CWU’s water polo team is hosting its spring tournament  this weekend, on June 3 and 4, at the Aquatic Center on campus. The team will be facing three college master teams-- North Idaho, Seattle Otters...

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Fun in the Ellensburg sunshine

Fun in the Ellensburg sunshine

Andrew Kollar, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

Ellensburg and the surrounding area presents plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation during the summer. Some recreational activities include river rafting, camping and hiking. Outdoor Pursuits...

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Angelique Whistocken throws the javelin at the CWU Final Qualifier on Friday May 5 at Tomlinson Stadium.

CWU Track and Field athletes head to NCAA DII Nationals

Simo Rul, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

CWU track is sending two athletes to compete at the NCAA DII Outdoor National Championships in Bradenton, Florida beginning on Thursday, May 25. Emily Bland Junior hurdler Emily Bland, a transfer from...

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Run for the thrill

Run for the thrill

Kyvon Henry, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

You might see Joseph Sheeran at the registrar’s office with degree checkout, or you might have taken a course by his wife, Lori, in the anthropology department. He might be humble, but he has outstanding...

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Six CWU volleyball players helps assist with rake the dirt for one of their service projects.

CWU athletes give back to community

Alanna Inzunza, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

Community service is an important part for student-athletes. The CWU Athletics Department requires student-athletes to take time out of their schedules to serve the local community. For many of these...

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Harsh winter brings changes for hunters

Harsh winter brings changes for hunters

Andrew Kollar, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

With the most severe winter in the last decade, many deer and elk herds experienced a higher death rate than in years past, causing the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) to make changes...

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Jojo Hillel attempts to gain a couple extra yards against Dixie State at Tomlinson Stadium.

Friendly battle for the CWU QB position

Sabrina Wheelhouse, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

It’s a battle for the starting quarterback position, but these four guys aren’t letting it get between their friendship. Tommy Hays, Riley Hennessey, Jojo Hillel and Andrew Graham are working together...

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Behind the ball: Marc Rodgers

Behind the ball: Marc Rodgers

Natalie Hyland, Senior Sports Reporter
May 17, 2017

While many students—specifically athletes—are excited and ready to return to action as their season gets underway, junior point guard Marc Rodgers considered not coming back to CWU in the months before...

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Janice Roman returning a serve during the Pacific Northwest Alumni Cup.

Tennis clubs holds community event

Kyvon Henry, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2017

CWU’s tennis club hosts the 10th Anniversary Alumni tournament this Saturday May 20. It starts at 8 a.m. and runs all day which is open to everyone. The Alumni Doubles tournament highlights the 10th...

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Junior forward Sally Vlas trying to get the ball past the Seattle University goalkeeper during a matchup in the fall.

Soccer looks to remain undefeated

Alanna Inzunza, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2017

Undefeated. The one word that describes the CWU Girl’s Club Soccer team performance this season. While the team started a little rocky in the beginning of the fall season, the Wildcats have since  stepped...

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Angelique Whistocken heads to nationals

Angelique Whistocken heads to nationals

Simo Rul, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2017

Senior javelin thrower Angelique Whistocken did not have track on her mind, but it did pay off for her in the long run, as she is one of the top throwers in the nation. Whistocken attended Kennewick High...

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Junior Mackenzie Gaul pitches in CWU’s 11-7 loss to Western Oregon University on April 28.

Gaul succeeds in junior season

Sabrina Wheelhouse, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2017

The first game of the 1988 World Series, with two outs in the ninth inning, the LA Dodgers are down 4-3 with a runner on first base. Kirk Gibson is the pinch hitter despite having two injured legs at the...

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