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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

The "Lemonade Serenade of The Thing in the Garden" cupcakes on display at the Books2Eat contest.

Library hosts annual cake contest

By Griffin Stiles, Contributing Writer May 30, 2015

In an unlikely blend of literary appreciation, unorthodox visual design and culinary skill, the University library once again found itself hosting the annual Books2Eat contest. For the last 11 years,...

Health vital for finals week

By Bekah Frank, Administrative Assistant May 28, 2015

As finals week approaches, many students are battling senioritis and procrastination, just to name a couple issues. EWU Health, Wellness and Prevention Services director Tricia Hughes said in an email...

A night of history with Cokie Roberts

A night of history with Cokie Roberts

By Zachary Elliston, Contributing Writer May 23, 2015

Cokie Roberts — author of New York Times Bestseller “Capital Dames” — spoke at the Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane on May 14. Roberts is the daughter of two politicians and was raised saturated...

Andy Grammer scheduled for spring concert

Andy Grammer scheduled for spring concert

By Nathan Peters, Managing Editor May 14, 2015

Andy Grammer, platinum-selling recording artist, and opening act Lavoy will be the EWU spring concert artists on June 1 at Reese Court. Free concert tickets are now available for students with valid student...

EWU VCD students and Cheney residents discuss the artwork.

Small Towns Exhibit debuts in Cheney

By Griffin Stiles, Contributing Writer May 14, 2015

After months of mystery and an academic quarter of construction, the Small Towns art exhibit in Brewster Hall’s community area has seen its debut. For the last few months, the first floor of Brewster...

Diversity Week kicks off its shoes

By Jaclyn Archer, Eagle Life Editor May 14, 2015

The used, circular paint palette is circumscribed by a rainbow of footprints broken up by the words, “Walk a mile … It’s a start.” In the center is a red cap featuring the EWU eagle and the words...

Sandy Williams, Eastern's Pride Center coordinator, hugs an EWU Lavender Graduate as they obtain their certificate in Showalter Auditorium on May 8.

‘Happiness, Peppiness and Self-love’

By Ayanna Fernandez, Contributing Writer May 13, 2015

It is around that time again; when the school year comes to an end and it is time to say goodbye to those students who have worked to successfully achieve their degrees and be able to call themselves a...

Superhero Formula Getting Stale

Superhero Formula Getting Stale

By Zoe Colburn, Opinion Editor May 11, 2015

Joss Whedon has been a nerd-culture messiah since “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” but his recent treatment of the Avengers has begun turning him less messiah and more pariah. The newest addition to...

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