Stereotypes and music culture
By Rose Hammack, Copy Editor
February 19, 2020
Music reflects the culture that creates it, either positively or negatively. EWU's Dr. Okera Nsombi is presenting "Bigger Than hip-hop: Influence of Hip Hop Culture on Society" Feb. 20 from 12-1 p.m.in Monroe Hall 205. Nsombi encourages students to listen critically to the messages promoted. "Our mu...
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting in the Principal’s Office Together?
By Elizabeth Price, Arts and Features Editor
February 12, 2020
Generating open, honest conversations about racial discrimination is exactly what one historian came to EWU to do. In honor of February being Black History Month, the Africana Studies Program presented the “Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting in the Principal's Office Together?” ...
The process of creating a play
By Ryan Hatten, Contributer
February 7, 2020
For a production that airs for little over a week, EWU’s theater department is hard at work constructing the play months in advance. Every quarter, EWU’s theater department presents a play (two in Spring quarter, when considering the senior capstone). Although the play only airs four to six times at...
Maximizing the roommate experience
By Keri Kelly, Web Editor
February 6, 2020
During the winter quarter many students are changing dorms, rooms and most notably, roommates. Some people are seeking a change in dorm life while living at EWU. Here are some ways that one can maximize their experience with a new roommate presented by students across campus: ...
Adam Grabowski’s #SAYITANYWAY campaign
By Elizabeth Price, Arts and Features Editor
February 5, 2020
Adding comedy to the tough topics of life is one way to uplift the spirits of people who need it most. Comedian Adam Grabowski will be sharing his mental health campaign #SAYITANYWAY with students at EWU on Feb.13 in the PUB NCR at 7 p.m. He will be performing a comedy show that includes humor ...
Apartment Hunting
By Elizabeth Price, Arts and Features Editor
January 31, 2020
Living in the campus dorms may be a dream for some, but for others, apartment life may be the way to go. EWU has two on-campus apartment buildings and one off campus. The on-campus buildings are the Anna Maria and Townhouse apartments. The new Benjamin Lofts are off campus. The Anna Maria Apartments ...
Understanding and resisting white nationalism
By Elizabeth Price, Reporter
January 22, 2020
Gonzaga professor Joan Braune will speak at EWU this week to raise awareness about the presence of white supremacy in the region. Braune will present the annual Chertok Lecture on Thursday, Jan. 23, in Hargreaves 201 from 1-2:30 p.m. Braune received her Ph.D. in philosophy from the University ...
Wind Ensemble hits the stage Nov. 21
By Elizabeth Price, Reporter
November 20, 2019
The EWU Wind Ensemble is bringing a variety of musical pieces to life with its first concert of the school year on Nov. 21. The wind ensemble, which consists of EWU students, will include a combination of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments, along with bass and piano players. Director of b...
EWU Career Center and Writers’ Center offer students help creating résumés
By Hamine Mendez, Arts & Features Editor
November 20, 2019
Creating a résumé can be difficult. Luckily for EWU students, the school offers resources to help make a presentable résumé. From the Career Center to the Writers’ Center, EWU has employees who are able to help students create résumés that stand out. Jenica Jett is a career advisor for the Career Ce...
The dangers of a single story
By Hamine Mendez, Arts & Features Editor
October 21, 2019
Diversity extends beyond race and nationality. It includes all identities; sexual orientation, race, religion, age and gender. The EWU Pride Center began pride month with a new campaign titled: "Facts Over Fiction.” This campaign is designed to direct students to credible sources of information...
EWU alumnus Jason M. Burke self-publishes his first book: “Secretly Seeking Sasquatch: A Road Guide to Washington’s Bigfoot Country”
By Richard N. Clark IV, Editor in Chief
October 8, 2019
By publishing his first book, “Secretly Seeking Sasquatch: A Road Guide to Washington’s Bigfoot Country,” EWU alumnus and former Easterner writer Jason M. Burke earned the title of author. As the description of the book says, “part guide, part memoir and part humorous essay, ‘Secretly Seeki...
Cheney Eats: The Easterner’s top choices for on and off campus dining
By Hamine Mendez, Arts & Features Editor
October 2, 2019
Gerardo's Authentic Mexican Food Gerardo’s Authentic Mexican Food is a restaurant that is known across Cheney. It has a large menu, with multiple options to choose from. You can usually get away with spending less than ten dollars. Junior Jose Giron said he eats here a lot, and it is in his top...
EWU student’s hearing postponed as defense attorney gathers video evidence
February 21, 2020
On Thursday a pretrial conference for ASEWU legal liaison Maya Caruth was postponed until April 16 to...
EWU tops Sac State despite tumultuous second half
February 21, 2020
When the EWU men’s basketball team (11-4, 18-8) built a 17-point first half lead against the Sacramento...
Discussing CTE with an EWU expert
February 21, 2020
A CTE Q&A with a psychology professor Would you let your child play football? This...
February 20, 2020
Store aisles have been flooded with I love you's, roses, and teddy bears. I know I can’t be the only...
