By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

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 Skyler Jensen-Hampton
Spring break can be spent at home or away. While in Ireland, a tour option is to visit Kilmainham Gaol prison where many Irish revolutionaries were held by the British during the Anglo-Irish War.

Students plan for approaching spring break

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
March 8, 2019

As winter quarter comes to an end, spring is on its way. During the week-long spring break, there will be CWU students traveling or staying here in Ellensburg. Food science and nutrition major Alex...

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Jamie Gilbert holding a lamb in Dublin during her study abroad trip summer of 2018.

Thursday Thinks showcases faculty members

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
February 28, 2019

On the last Thursday of every month, a faculty member from the College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) holds an hour long activity at the Iron Horse Brewery. These nights are called Thursday Thinks. The overall...

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The Yellow Church Café, located at 111 S Pearl Street, is known in the community for its relaxed atmosphere
and homestyle cooking. The building is difficult to miss with its bright coloring.

Yellow Church Café an icon in community

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2019

The Yellow Church Café is owned by Oscar Guition, who has owned the restaurant for the last five years. Guition moved from Mexico and has been in Washington for the last 25 years, cooking professionally....

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Restorations in the Burg is a furniture store downtown Ellensburg. Restorations sells upcycled and used home décor while also offering custom design.

New store brings life to old furniture

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Restorations in the Burg, located on 312 N Pine Street, offers antique, vintage and modern furniture along with home decor. On Jan. 5 Jeff Nordrum and Diane Rubio brought Restorations to life. “My...

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Students who attend the nutrition event put on by Health and Wellness are able to learn about nutrition and the benefits a good diet can bring.

Students learn basic skills during Cooking 101 class

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
February 6, 2019

The Wellness Center hosts a Cooking 101 class every quarter. Cooking 101 is an educational program which aims to teach students basic cooking skills that they can apply to their daily lives. Health...

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An exhibit celebrating Black History Month will be available for view from Jan. 30 through March 16. The
exhibit will focus on culture and civil rights.

CWU Celebrates Black History Month

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2019

February is Black History Month, and CWU has many different events happening around campus to celebrate. Nelson Mandela Tribute The Center for Leadership and Community Engagement (CLCE) is putting...

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The kids aren’t alright, they’re addicted

The kids aren’t alright, they’re addicted

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2019

My concerns are for the younger generation. I feel as if kids are going to struggle with communicating in many aspects, especially face-to-face. Whatever happened to playing outside with our friends until...

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The Mule is a brand new addition to the Ellensburg bar scene. They are most popular for their
Moscow Mule beverages.

Bar update: additions, replacements and remodels

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
January 23, 2019

The new year has added a fresh look to the Ellensburg restaurant and bar scene. Different bars and eateries around town have opened, been replaced or remodeled. The Pearl Bar and Grill Starlight...

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Whipsaw provides a variety of beers including their popular Stump Blower IPA and Hoot Owl Stout.

Brewfest attracts breweries from around the state

Skyler Jensen-Hampton, Staff Reporter
January 16, 2019

As we enter the new year and the weather gets colder, the city of Ellensburg seems to slow down. During the winter, it may not seem like there are a lot of exciting things happening. For the last 15 years,...

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