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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

What students need to know about EagleAXIS

By Lelia Thatcher, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015

With school officially back in session students may find themselves on the hunt for a job. Look no further: EagleAXIS provides a wide variety of full-time, part-time, on and off campus job listings as...

"Everest" leaves viewers breathless

“Everest” leaves viewers breathless

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015

We as human beings have always loved to push ourselves to the brink, until we cannot hold on any longer, until we must stop for that last breath of fresh air. And if there was ever a feat so tremendous...

Alex Quinnett makes cotton candy at Neighbor Fest.

Clubs, orgs, businesses inform during Neighbor Fest

By Ivy Nall, Eagle Life Editor • October 5, 2015

Hundreds of EWU students and faculty joined representatives from local organizations and businesses in the crisp autumn air to celebrate Neighbor Fest on Sept. 25 in the campus mall. Neighbor Fest,...

Welcome Week gets students involved

By Ivy Nall, Eagle Life Editor • September 28, 2015

Welcome week has arrived and EWU is as lively as ever. The colors red, black and white have taken over Cheney. It is difficult not to notice the crowds of students and faculty wearing Eastern apparel,...

Have thirty minutes? Watch Kung Fury

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer • June 10, 2015

“Kung Fury” was as entertaining as it was revealing of the future of entertainment in the internet age. A super cop in 1985 is hacked back in time to kill Adolf Hitler. That's about it. The story...

‘Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’ unforgettable

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer • June 7, 2015

It feels increasingly uncommon for a video game to capture the spark of imagination in its players. It is far too easy to create a game on rails, where a click or press of a button moves you from story...

Mayhem competition features students

Mayhem competition features students

By Nathan Peters, Managing Editor • June 6, 2015

The Diversified Greek Council (DGC) hosted the first annual Mayhem step and stroll competition in the Showalter Auditorium on May 30. The two-hour show featured performances in addition to recognition...

‘Pitch Perfect 2’ out of sync

By Joe Matthews, Contributing Writer • June 6, 2015

It’s been three years since the Barton Bellas took the stage last in “Pitch Perfect” and, sadly, the time wasn’t spent making the acapella group any better. Starring Anna Kendrick as Becca Mitchell...

Andy Grammer performs with his guitar during the EWU concert at Reese Court on June 1.

Grammer performs free show to students

By Lelia Thatcher & Eric Long, for the Easterner • June 4, 2015

Andy Grammer, platinum-selling recording artist, enlivened the crowd of Eastern students with an upbeat and vibrant performance at Reece Court on June 1 that even those who did not know much about Grammer...

Sorority members pose for their yard show event on May 20.

Yard show showcases Greek organizations

By Nathan Peters, Managing Editor • May 31, 2015

Gamma Alpha Omega’s third annual Yard Show was held at the campus mall May 20. The Diversified Greek Council (DGC) and National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) organization members showcased their routines...

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