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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

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

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"NO FREE SPEECH WITHOUT FREE PRESS!”  Students lead protest against mass defunding

“NO FREE SPEECH WITHOUT FREE PRESS!” Students lead protest against mass defunding

Ethan Kennedy, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2025

“No free speech without free press.” This was the slogan heard across campus, along with many other chants in protest of the defunding of student media, and other organizations at CWU.  Students,...

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Piano Extravaganza: Piano club showcases their talents

Ethan Kennedy, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2025

Pianists took center stage at CWU’s piano extravaganza and performed famous pieces and performed for their peers.  Piano club members each took their turns in group performances and some solo pieces. ...

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Bachturne Kickback: Violin Club performs at the library 

Ethan Kennedy, Staff Reporter
May 1, 2025

Members of the Violin Club hosted and performed in front of students and their families on Thursday, April 24, at 5 p.m. on the fourth floor of the CWU library. The performance provided a relaxing environment...

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Students with their awards

Awarding our Artists: Juried Student Art Exhibit

Ethan Kennedy and Faith Henry Gonzalez
April 24, 2025

Studio art and graphic design majors pushed their creativity to its limits. Students, and even some professors, showcased their paintings, sculptures, posters and pictures. On April 17, at the Sarah Spurgeon...

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Equality, services and … lip syncing?: ESC Students Perform Lip Sync Battle

Ethan Kennedy, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2025

The ASCWU Student Government has brought the community together yet again through what better than a lip sync battle! On April 11, the Associated Students of CWU and the Equality and Services Council partnered...

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