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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

All content by Justin Phan

Krusin’ Kittitas Burnouts and Car Show to be held this weekend

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
August 3, 2015

On August 8th, the annual Kruisin’ Kittitas Burnouts and Car Show will be hosted on Main Street in Kittitas. The event will be hosted by Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce. The event expect to have...

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OPINION: Unique challenges for international students

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
August 3, 2015

As an international student in the U.S., I have always struggled with the new challenges that lay in front of me. After more than 5 years, I know what the biggest challenges have been for me, and have...

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OPINION: Healthy and happy living

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 29, 2015

Nowadays, everybody is talking about having a healthy diet. Books and TV shows try to convince people to eat more green vegetables and go to the gym more often. But are these things really going to improve...

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Trainwreck isn’t a trainwreck

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 27, 2015

I have always liked Amy Schumer. She is a really funny comedian. I like her confidence and the way she presents herself on stage. So as soon as I knew she was going to be in a movie, I could not wait to...

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OPINION: Listen to instrumental music, your brain will thank you

OPINION: Listen to instrumental music, your brain will thank you

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 24, 2015

As a college student who has a hard time focusing on one thing like studying or doing homework, I find listening to music is useful because it helps me concentrate on what I am doing at the time. Brain...

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Fish Food Bank: A crucial money-saver for residents and college students

Fish Food Bank: A crucial money-saver for residents and college students

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 21, 2015

Ellensburg’s local food bank, Fish, is currently residing in rented space, on account of a fire last year. They are now located within three rooms, with less than 3,500 square feet, behind the Mercer...

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Central Hosts Summer Sports Camps

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 5, 2015

High schools from all around Washington State come to Central every year for summer camps. At Central the athletic clubs offer a variety of summer camps for all high school athletes. Sports offered...

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