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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

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter

Staff Reporter - Spring 2021

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The Studio by Ellensburg Dance Studio offers classes for all skills levels

The Studio by Ellensburg Dance Studio offers classes for all skills levels

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
June 2, 2021

“For me personally,” Sara Bachman-Rhodes, director of The Studio and owner of Happy 2 Move, said. “That is one of my objectives in what I do.” The early morning light streamed through the windows,...

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CWU asks ‘water you waiting for?’

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2021

In an effort to encourage students to stay hydrated, CWU has paired with Total Wellness to offer the program “Water You Waiting For?” Students are given a free water bottle and can gain a prize through...

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CWU adjusts summer orientation for COVID-19

CWU adjusts summer orientation for COVID-19

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 19, 2021

While the COVID-19 vaccine will be required for students attending on campus in the fall, the vaccine will not be required for the summer orientation event. Still, organizers strongly encourage getting...

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Why Asian food beats all the rest

Jackie Tran, Columnist
May 19, 2021

Asian cuisine is one of, if not the best, types of food out there.   Food appeals to people in all kinds of ways. Assaggio Boston, a highly rated Italian restaurant on OpenTable, says, “Food presentation...

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College of Arts and Humanities hires Veratta Pegram-Floyd as Director of Advising

College of Arts and Humanities hires Veratta Pegram-Floyd as Director of Advising

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2021

Mark Meister, the Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities said he was thrilled to hire Veratta Pegram-Floyd as the new Director of Advising for the college. She will begin work on June 15...

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Local businesses offer deals for students

Local businesses offer deals for students

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2021

For the campus community, Ellensburg has options to offer for students to get out and explore the town. Local businesses Jerrol’s and Dominos are two such businesses that have special offers with students...

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ASCWU election results announced; final round of debates held

ASCWU election results announced; final round of debates held

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2021

Several student leaders gathered on Zoom for the second ASCWU virtual de- bate on April 21, all putting their best foot forward as they presented their promises to improve the school. Voting opened April...

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CWU offers updates on spring graduation ceremony

CWU offers updates on spring graduation ceremony

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
April 21, 2021

While many restrictions have been lifted over the past year, CWU has once again decided to hold the graduation online in pursuit of keeping the CWU students, their families, and the faculty safe. Lauren...

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Kittitas County announces vaccine eligibility expansion

Jackie Tran, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2021

The Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) shared updated information on who is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Kasey Knutson, a Public Information officer for KCPHD, said Kittitas County...

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