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The Easterner

The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner

The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner

New business, Boundary, on 1st street.

New Boundary owner hopeful for future in Cheney

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer November 8, 2015

Living in the Inland Northwest where hops, barley and water thrive it is no wonder that the plethora of fantastic breweries is always expanding, this time it has to Cheney. New Boundary Brewing Company...

EWU Cheerleaders with Swoop

A look back at the history

By Lelia Thatcher, Staff Writer November 8, 2015

Homecoming a century ago was not much different than it is today: pep rallies, dances, parades, kings and queens, tailgating and more all leading up to a football team’s first home game after being on...

2015-2016 Royalty Court

Mr. and Ms. Eastern switched for EWU Royalty Pageant title

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer November 8, 2015

This year SAIL leadership has decided to shake things up with Mr. and Ms. Eastern by removing gendered titles and re-naming the contest The 2015-2016 Royalty Pageant. It was brought to the attention...

What’s next for this week

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

Eagle Spirit week is here and Eastern is ready to celebrate. Nov. 5 through Nov. 7 bring several activities which both students and community members can participate in. Nov. 5 there will be a bonfire...

Mudd's top horror films

Mudd’s top horror films

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer October 31, 2015

It’s time to abandon midterms and dive headfirst into candy town now that Halloween is coming up. But while we recover from our inevitable sugar coma, why not check out some horror films to pass the...

The 'Activity' needs to stop

The ‘Activity’ needs to stop

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer October 31, 2015
"The real victims weren't the tortured families in the movies, but the loyal paying audience." Joe Matthews Staff Writer

Celebrate Halloween with Harvest Fest

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer October 30, 2015

With Halloween right around the corner, the Office of Community Engagement is preparing for Harvest Fest, which will be held Oct. 30. “Harvest Fest is an annual event for all of the [kindergarten] through...

'SOMA' review

‘SOMA’ review

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer October 26, 2015

Frictional Games has established itself as a leader in survival horror games in the past, and their latest foray may be their most ambitious to date. “SOMA” rivals some of the greatest works of science...

"Crimson Peak" review

“Crimson Peak” review

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer October 25, 2015

Time to put your hands over your eyes, hide behind that popcorn and grab your man’s (or your lady’s) arm for comfort. At least that’s what most viewers might think going in to “Crimson Peak.”...

Oktoberfest at the beach

Oktoberfest at the beach

By Allison Todd, Staff Writer October 25, 2015

The JFK Library staff held the annual Oktoberfest from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 17. This community event, which raises money for the library’s Collection Endowment fund, brought in hundreds of people...

"Metal Gear Solid 5" review

“Metal Gear Solid 5” review

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer October 25, 2015

“Metal Gear Solid 5” is not only the last “Metal Gear” game to be made by series creator Hideo Kojima, it may also be his finest work to date. For over 20 years, the “Metal Gear” franchise...

John Buchanan being interviewed in his office.

Geology professor travels the world

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer October 24, 2015

EWU students have the opportunity to be taught by a variety of professors, each with their own individual skills, knowledge and experiences. Geology professor John Buchanan is one who has had the chance...

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