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Writers exposed at Naked Lunch Break

Writers exposed at ‘Naked Lunch Break’

By Wilson Criscione, News Writer January 22, 2014

  Once a week, local writer Travis Naught rolls up to the stage in his wheelchair, lowers the microphone and reads to an eager audience, sometimes poetry, other times a piece of fiction. He is...

Couples attempt to go to the distance

Couples attempt to go to the distance

By Nicole Ruse, Copy Editor January 22, 2014

  With Valentine's Day just around the corner, many students that are in a long-distance relationship feel the void of being away from their significant other. Distance makes the heart grow fonder,...

Please stop talking about cake

Please stop talking about cake

By Jasmine Kemp, Copy Editor January 17, 2014

  Two years ago, I had a vivid conversation with a young man that spanned the course of five hours. Two glasses of wine and a glass of sake later, this young man still did not understand how I...

Students and administration rally in front of the PUB for the Dream Act in Washington State

Representatives rally in support of Dream Act

By Wilson Criscione, News Writer January 15, 2014

  On Jan. 9, students and state Reps. Zack Hudgins and Marcus Riccelli braved the cold weather and gathered in front of the PUB to advocate the passing of the Dream Act in Washington state, which...

Eastern football breaks records for 2013 season

Eastern football breaks records for 2013 season

By Erika Meyer, Sports Writer January 10, 2014

It was quite the season for the Eagle football team in 2013, despite losing in the semi-finals to No. 5 ranked Towson. In 2013, Eastern made history by breaking records individually and as a team for...

Graphic By Kyle Pearson

New Year’s resolutions do not always work out

January 10, 2014

By Rebekah Frank   As students return from winter break, having gained an extra pound or two after indulging in holiday goodies, many have resolved to lose weight in the New Year. According to the...

Alumnus creates portraits of inspiring Spokane locals

Alumnus creates portraits of inspiring Spokane locals

January 8, 2014

Marshall Peterson has taken his sandwich boards around many places in the Inland Northwest, and he recently returned to his alma mater and showcased them outside of the PUB. But what he is doing with...

Instructors move into new hall

Instructors move into new hall

By Wilson Criscione, News Writer January 8, 2014

After four years, the newly renovated Patterson Hall is now open for winter quarter, and while students will enjoy a smoother walk across campus and substantial amenities in the new building, few will...

Will Katoa, Samson Ebukam and Ronnie Hamlin on the sideline

Clark, Forte and stingy defense enough to push Eagles into FCS Semi-final

By Galen Rock, Sports Editor December 14, 2013

Another strong second half from the Eastern defense catapulted them to a 35-24 win over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the FCS national quarterfinal at Roos Field on Dec. 14. In a game that featured...

A cute kitten at SCRAPS peers out of its cage looking for a new family. Photo by Nick Thomas.

With great pets comes a greater responsibility

December 4, 2013

By Nick Thomas staff writer [email protected] In the past few years, pet adoption rates have increased in the Spokane region, particularly dog adoptions. Janet Dixon is Development Coordinator...

Photo contributed by Buddy Todd
Alyssa Day and Ethan Lewan performed opening night of “The Fantasticks“ on Nov. 15.

Plums not too ripe for ’Fantasticks’

November 25, 2013

By Rebekah Frank staff writer [email protected] On Nov. 15 students filed into the EWU Theatre to experience opening night of the musical, “The Fantasticks.“ This musical is a romance, but...

Post-baccalaureate students not eligible for Pell Grants

Post-baccalaureate students not eligible for Pell Grants

November 22, 2013

Students who come back to Eastern to receive a second degree may have a hard time finding ways to fund their schooling, but contrary to what some may believe, there is help out there. Students who return...

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