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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

Luke Lee, junior computer science major, is enrolled only in classes taking place on campus–the only option for his major.

Students caught between convenience and challenge

Ray Payne, Staff Reporter
July 20, 2016

Over the past five years, Central has seen a rise in the number of students taking online classes, especially in the summer. According to data provided by Central’s Public Affairs office, this summer...

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Bittersweet farewell

Bittersweet farewell

Mikaila Wilkerson, Staff Reporter
July 19, 2016

Travis Box, the general manager for Central’s 88.1 The Burg radio station since 2013, resigned at the end of the school year. According to Elena Larrabee, the brand manager for The Burg, Box resigned...

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OPINION: ‘This was true profiling’

Ray Payne, Staff Reporter
July 14, 2016

Think of the most preppy, non-threatening, looking black person possible and that was me. On this day I went to a scholarship interview, from there I picked up my older sister and took her to her dentist...

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Student employees can work up to 40 hours a week in the summer and during breaks

Students can see work hours increase during breaks

Annika Lynch, Staff Reporter
July 7, 2016

During summer break Central Washington University students have the option to work on campus. But, how many hours are they allowed to work on campus if they are attending or not attending school for the...

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The diseased trees along the corridor have been removed in order to allow equipment access into the construction site

Constructing a better education

McKenzie Lakey, Summer Editor-in-Chief
June 27, 2016

efore the excitement of graduation could settle over campus and students could flee for a summer reprieve, Central’s latest renovation project roared into full-swing as they shifted focus from...

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This is hard – are we doing it right?

Observer Editorial Board
February 25, 2016

The funny thing about writing for a newspaper is that you constantly ask yourself, “is this all worth it?” Some days, it’s not. Some days it’s a battle to talk to any sources. Some days the...

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It's 2016 and we're still banning books

It’s 2016 and we’re still banning books

Elizabeth Weddle, Copy Desk
February 25, 2016

I’m just going to come out and say it, I think banning books is the most ridiculous thing ever. Why should a book, for example Mark Twain’s “Tom Sawyer,” be banned for its use of the n-word?...

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Wildcats look for bats to heat up in Cali

Wildcats look for bats to heat up in Cali

Zac Hereth, Sports Editor
February 25, 2016

The Wildcats’ baseball team took home two victories on the back half of a two-day, four-game series against Corban University last weekend. The wins have provided the team some momentum heading into...

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Faculty feels the struggle of trying to find parking.

Faculty feels the struggle of trying to find parking.

February 25, 2016

As it turns out, faculty members have issues with parking too. In fact, faculty parking issues can cause more severe problems than a tardy. Teresa Sloan, a professor in the aviation department and...

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Five things for the Seahawks to do this offseason

Five things for the Seahawks to do this offseason

Zac Hereth, Sports Editor
February 25, 2016

The Seahawks have some big decisions to make this offseason, when 19 of their players will become unrestricted free agents. Here are the five things Seattle needs to do this offseason: Upgrade the...

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Anderson’s legacy at Central, past goals

The Observer Staff
February 25, 2016

Before he was even in office, Ryan Anderson, current Associated Students of Central Washington University (ASCWU) president, wanted Central to have an identity of its own. “The ASCWU hopes to foster...

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Central's 'Mighty Mouse' who is she?

Central’s ‘Mighty Mouse’ who is she?

Nathan Brewster, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2016

When Central’s women’s basketball team breaks from the huddle, a young woman with her dark hair tied up in a bun emerges from the group. Jasmin Edwards, starting point guard for the Wildcats, isn’t...

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