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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

Fighting for position

Fighting for position

Austin Bennett, Assistant Sports Editor
February 25, 2016

Central’s men’s basketball team is ready to snatch the second-place spot in the GNAC with two games remaining in its 2015-16 season.   The Wildcats will have to win against both Alaska schools...

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Softball chalks up record start

Softball chalks up record start

Mitchell Johnson, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2016

If there was an emoji that described the Central softball team’s first 11 games, it would be fire. The Wildcats have won 10 of their first 11 games and are in the middle of an eight-game winning...

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Disagreements between ASCWU and president came to head Monday, recall election planned moving forward

Disagreements between ASCWU and president came to head Monday, recall election planned moving forward

The Observer Staff
February 25, 2016

Following Monday’s Associated Students of Central Washington University (ASCWU) meeting, board members have made plans to move forward with the process of a recall election of President Ryan Anderson,...

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PR companies strive to mainstream marijuana. Is it even possible?

PR companies strive to mainstream marijuana. Is it even possible?

Brian Cook, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2016

Public relations firms across the country have begun working to change the public image of marijuana. Beverly Hills’ William Morris Endeavor Agency has been working with Cheryl Shuman, founder and...

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Cheer or boo: which do you choose?

Holly Chester, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2016

As Black History Month comes to an end, Central will continue the tradition of paying homage to a historical television program, “It’s Showtime at the Apollo Theater.” “Showtime at the Apollo”...

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Voices sing out at Open Mic Night

Voices sing out at Open Mic Night

McKenzie Lakey, Staff Report
February 25, 2016

Every other Thursday, students and community members gather in the SURC Pit to showcase local talent in Central’s Open Mic Night. It’s a tradition that’s been going strong for over six years.   It’s...

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Art on campus it's everywhere

Art on campus it’s everywhere

Kaitlyn Langdale, Staff reporter
February 25, 2016

Throughout history, art has taken many forms and been interpreted in many ways. Humans have certainly come a long way from painting on cave walls with squished berries.   “Everyone is incredible...

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It's okay: You can put your fucking phone down.

It’s okay: You can put your fucking phone down.

McKenzie Lakey, Staff reporter
February 25, 2016

Everyday we place a personalized world in our back pockets. We toss it on our desk, drop it on the ground and lose it in the depths of our backpack, all while being trapped inside a lifeproof case. Our...

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Tyrone Wells finds warm welcome upon visiting Central

Tyrone Wells finds warm welcome upon visiting Central

May 13, 2014

BY Camille Meador Staff Reporter A room full of many voices suddenly quieted as Tyrone Wells and Brandon Zedaker took the stage at Central on May 2, 2014. Wells prepared himself and immediately...

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Camille’s chats about upcoming movie releases

May 6, 2014

By Camille Borodey Orientation Editor   The Amazing Spiderman 2 (May 2nd) Peter Parker is flying back into theaters, and he’s fighting a whole new group of ruthless villains including Electro...

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ASCWU-BOD elections set for May 8

ASCWU-BOD elections set for May 8

May 5, 2014

BY Patience Collier News Editor   This year’s candidate turnout for the BOD elections was about average, according to Myles Glover, Elections Coordinator. “This year, the candidates...

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Female students learn self defense with university class

Female students learn self defense with university class

April 30, 2014

BY Houston Carr Staff Reporter Central’s Rape Aggression Defense course is one way Central tries to educate women on self-defense. The course is currently being taught by police officers...

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