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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 Quincy Taylor

For the students, about the students: CWU hosts student appreciation day

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2023

From popping balloons to basket tosses to inflatable obstacle courses, Student Appreciation Day had something for most students. CWU hosted Student Appreciation Day on May 25 on the Barto Lawn to show...

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Students playing beach volleyball at The Pond, Photo by Quincy Taylor

Summertime is beginning in Ellensburg

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2023

Since the weather is starting to heat up and the sun is starting to shine, many students have  begun to spend their time enjoying the outdoors. Here in Ellensburg, students at CWU are seeing the sun...

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Photo by Chris Kibari

ASA highlights African weddings for annual African Night

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2023

African Night showcased cultural foods and dances to display what a traditional African wedding can look like in the SURC Ballroom on May 13. The event, staged like a big wedding, was put on by CWU ASA...

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Ellensburg farmers market welcomes new opportunities to new businesses

Ellensburg farmers market welcomes new opportunities to new businesses

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2023

The Ellensburg Farmers Market is rich in tradition and known for its farm-fresh local produce, baked goods and hand-crafted products. Every Saturday, hundreds of people from Kittitas County gather at the...

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Coach Fisk with a smile photo by Jacob Thompson, Thompson Sports Media

CWU Football hosts annual kid’s camp and kicks off with their Spring game

CWU Football hosted their annual kids camp on April 29 at Tomlinson Stadium. The camp began from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the campers brought excitement and energy on a Saturday morning. Head Coach Chris...

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BLT Sandwich at Buzz-In.

Why restaurants should stay open for longer hours

Quincy Taylor, Columnist
May 3, 2023

There are many restaurants all over the city of Ellensburg, many of which close around 9-9:30 p.m., and to some this may be an issue. It can be very frustrating knowing that after 9 p.m., I won’t be...

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Kim-Funston Realtor LEFT Tara K. Brown Senior Loan Officer RIGHT. Photo by Yohanes Goodell

Downtown spring cleanup: making Ellensburg a better place

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
April 26, 2023

Ellensburg community members took the time to come out and help clean up the streets of downtown in honor of Earth Day on April 22. The Downtown Spring Cleanup is an annual event for all ages to help...

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Picture of back room in attic.

Welcome to the Attic: Brooks Library dedicates new music room to CWU alum

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2023

“Generative, dynamic, purposeful and inviting” are words Dean of Libraries Sydney Thompson used to describe the intention of the newly-designed room, the Attic, on the Brooks Library fourth floor....

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Actor holding a prop sword. Photo courtesy of Sequoia Good

Circe and Nyx: student-produced play highlights themes of mental health

Quincy Taylor, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2023

Forming a play that’s produced by students can be quite the challenge, yet students who envision themselves as producers and directors rose to the occasion and displayed their talents across campus,...

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Hunter and Quincy eating tacos!

We found the best taco trucks so you wouldn’t have to, let’s taco-bout it!

Hunter Rhea and Quincy Taylor
April 12, 2023

There are many opportunities to grab a quick bite to eat in Ellensburg, and taco trucks can be found around the corner of most major streets in town. Observer columnists Hunter Rhea and Quincy Taylor decided...

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