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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

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter

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Public colleges should be free

Public colleges should be free

Kimberly LaRiviere, Columnist
November 22, 2022

The average cost for public colleges in the United States can cost up to $25,000 per year and average over $100,000 for a four year degree according to US News. This is a lot of money for many families...

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Women's cross country team photo. Photo by Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Photos

Cross-country season ends with regional meet

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2022

The NCAA West Regional Cross-Country Championship wrapped up the season for both the cross-country teams on Nov. 17-19 in Billings, Montana. The championships were attended by around 25-27 teams, including...

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Key returning players shape WBB

Key returning players shape WBB

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2022

This year's women's basketball team has three key returning players - Valerie Huerta, a sophomore point guard; Tori Maeda, a redshirt junior guard; and Samantha Bowman, a redshirt senior center.  Assistant...

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Nick Villa Practicing his boxing form.

Boxing class offered in recreational center

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2022

Punching bags, padded gloves and training tape are not unusual sights for the boxing class  known as Group X; located inside the Recreation Center. The class runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m.  Junior...

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CWU men's lacrosse team photo. Photo by CWU Men's. Photo courtesy of CWU men's lacrosse team

Men’s lacrosse team welcomes new players

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2022

The men’s lacrosse team looks to expand their team and hope to become more than just a club on campus. The team practices Monday through Thursday, 4-6 p.m. at Alder Field. The team is looking to grow...

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2022 Cross Country Meet at Apple Ridge photo by Jacob Thompson Thompson Sports Photos

Women’s cross country team highlights discipline

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
October 26, 2022

Racing up hills, through woods and over long distances in changing weather conditions requires both physical and mental training. The women’s cross-country team is half way through its season and has...

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Girls Rugby Team bonding through smiling Photo courtesy of Women's Rugby Team

Women’s Rugby wins by staying motivated

Kimberly LaRiviere
October 19, 2022

The women's rugby team won their last two games against Penn State University and the U.S. Naval Academy. The team won at Penn State 63-12, and at Navy 69-8. CWU started the season with a loss, but...

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Wildcats enjoying the rock wall.

Clinic offers lessons on ropeless rock wall climbing

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2022

Intro to Bouldering 1 Climbing Clinic will take place on Oct. 13. at the rock wall in the Recreation Center. The wall stands 50 feet at its highest point and towers over the Recreation Center. According...

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Esports event happening on Campus.

Rocket League primes the esports season

Kimberly LaRiviere, Staff Reporter
October 5, 2022

Esports event happening on Campus.

DEC to host Día de los Muertos event

Kimberly Lariviere, Contributor
November 4, 2021

A vibrancy of colors including beautiful oranges and yellows are what you will see along with brightly colored complex table set ups. There will be a craft section with sugar skulls for decoration, hand...

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