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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 Natalie Baldwin
Members of the Boffering Club spar each other by the Recreation Center. They hope to be recognized as a club by fall quarter.

Boffering Club in limbo without CWU approval

Natalie Baldwin, News Reporter
May 11, 2017

Laughter filled the SURC lawn as people were seen swinging at each other with foam swords. After a few weeks of not meeting, Sacred Winds, the unofficial boffering club here on campus, is happy to be outside...

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Service dogs serve in a variety of roles for students with disabilities, much like the dogs brought in for Paws and Relax.

Off-leash dogs imperil service animals

Natalie Baldwin
April 20, 2017

Walking your dog through  campus can be a fun activity. However, if you are not using a leash for your pet it can lead to dangerous situations.   Danielle Kuehn, a freshman who has a service...

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The National Endownment of Arts is sponsoring the Big Read which takes place in the Brooks Library on April 25.

CWU participates in the Big Read

Natalie Baldwin
April 12, 2017

For the rest of spring quarter, CWU will be partnering with the community to host a variety of events as part of the Big Read.   The Big Read is supported by 75 community programs and is focused...

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The search for housing in Ellensburg

Natalie Baldwin, Staff Reporter
July 27, 2016

On-campus living can have many benefits. Food is taken care of, along with laundry, and it can be potentially be an easy way to make friends. However, as the residency halls fill up with more incoming...

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The office of the Kittitas County Democrats continues to house signs and materials from past campaigns.

Democratic National Convention to begin

Natalie Baldwin, Staff Reporter
July 23, 2016

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) will be a four day event, similar to the Republican National Convention, beginning July 25th and ending July 28th in Philadelphia. Following the traditional...

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The Kittitas County GOP headquarters is located off University Way near CWU.

Republican National Convention wraps up

Natalie Baldwin, Staff Reporter
July 22, 2016

The Republican National Convention, held in Cleveland, Ohio and began on July 18, recently concluded. During this convention Donald Trump formally accepted his role as the Republican Presidential candidate...

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Hello summer, good-bye student job hours

Hello summer, good-bye student job hours

Natalie Baldwin, Staff Reporter
June 28, 2016

As many students are enjoying their summer break by hanging out with friends or even working, some students are still here on campus working or going to school. When it comes to staying on campus, the...

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