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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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The Giving Tree is laden with cards detailing gift requests for boys and girls.

[Photo] Giving Tree provides for those in need

November 30, 2018

The Giving Tree is laden with cards detailing gift requests for boys and girls.

The Giving Tree is laden with cards detailing gift requests for boys and girls.

[Photo] Giving Tree provides for those in need

Grey Caoili, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2018

Requested gifts range from high end electronics to necessities such as books and clothes.

New rain gutters have been added to Shaw-Smyser after the old ones malfunctioned and caused mold to grow inside the walls of the building.

[Photo] Fixing the mold in Shaw-Smyser after investigation

November 15, 2018

New rain gutters have been added to Shaw-Smyser after the old ones malfunctioned and caused mold to grow inside the walls of the building.

Laurae Taylor and Skyler Lenhoff rehearsing for the play "Picnic" which premiered the evening of the 8th.

[Photo] "Picnic" brings the 50s to McConnell Hall

November 15, 2018

Laurae Taylor and Skyler Lenhoff rehearsing for the play "Picnic" which premiered the evening of the 8th.

Laurae Taylor and Skyler Lenhoff rehearsing for the play "Picnic" which premiered the evening of the 8th.

[Photo] “Picnic” brings the 50s to McConnell Hall

Wyatt Simmons, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2018

Laura Taylor as Madge, Deven Austin as Boomer and Lindsey Cassidy as Millie do a run through for their performance in "Picnic" which premiered Thursday evening.

 Front Desk Office Assistant Sione Sausau helps students check in for tutoring.

[Photo] Learning Commons Innovative Tutoring plans for students

November 10, 2018

Front Desk Office Assistant Sione Sausau helps students check in for tutoring.

Sam Gutierrez leads Brother to Brother meetings in SURC 301 every Thursday at 5 p.m.

[Photo] Gutierrez steps into leadership role

November 10, 2018

Sam Gutierrez leads Brother to Brother meetings in SURC 301 every Thursday at 5 p.m.

The fireplace in Moore Hall commons isn't needed just yet, now that the heaters have been fixed.

[Photo] Heating back on in Moore Hall

November 10, 2018

The fireplace in Moore Hall commons isn't needed just yet, now that the heaters have been fixed.

Lanzce Douglass is the developer of the new apartment complex and has proposed 10 buildings on the site.

[Photo] Apartment complex being constructed near Alder

November 10, 2018

Lanzce Douglass is the developer of the new apartment complex and has proposed 10 buildings on the site.

Matthew Akre, AKA Tiffany Blue, as Venus performing the opening act of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

[Photo] Students shadowcast "Rocky Horror"

November 1, 2018

Matthew Akre, AKA Tiffany Blue, as Venus performing the opening act of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Matthew Akre, AKA Tiffany Blue, as Venus performing the opening act of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

[Photo] Students shadowcast “Rocky Horror”

Grey Caoili, Staff Reporter
November 1, 2018

Rocky Horror Picture Show's director, Libby Akin (senior).

Furniture from the original Library design prepares to be moved out as new items come in.

[Photo] Brooks Library goes through renovations

November 1, 2018

Furniture from the original Library design prepares to be moved out as new items come in.

Scary Halloween decorations are posed around the SURC.

[Photo] Halloween safety in Ellensburg

Nick Jahnke, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2018

Scary Halloween decorations are posed around the SURC.

Vinman's Bakery has acquired the small kiosk on the corner of University and Walnut. The kiosk used to house a small coffee operation before being turned into a shaved ice stand.

[Photo] Vinman's Bakery expands location

October 25, 2018

Vinman's Bakery has acquired the small kiosk on the corner of University and Walnut. The kiosk used to house a small coffee operation before being turned into a shaved ice stand.

Vinman's Bakery has acquired the small kiosk on the corner of University and Walnut. The kiosk used to house a small coffee operation before being turned into a shaved ice stand.

[Photo] Vinman’s Bakery expands location

Grey Caoili, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2018

Sam Klindworth, owner Jeff Klindworth's son, said he believes the new koisk "will be open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. everyday," once it's up and running.

Professor John Michel and Nikolas Caoile performing Pampeana No. 2 by Alberto Ginastera at the Central Cello Celebration Finale Concert Saturday night.

[Photo] Music fills McIntyre during Central Cello Celebration

October 25, 2018

Professor John Michel and Nikolas Caoile performing Pampeana No. 2 by Alberto Ginastera at the Central Cello Celebration Finale Concert Saturday night.

Participants of the 5K walking to the starting line to begin the race.

[Photo] bRUNch 5K

Wyatt Simmons, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2018

Aidan Chissus doesn't slow down on the home stretch, she powers through to the end.

The 1891 Bistro is now open 24 hours a day.

[Photo] 1891 Bistro open 24/7 with new technology lab

Will Ortner, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

Laptop kiosk coming soon to the Bistro.

New and improved tasting counter at BRIX.

[Photo] BRIX Restaurant under new management

October 3, 2018

New and improved tasting counter at BRIX.