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The Easterner

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

The Easterner

‘That Dragon Cancer’ is powerfully intimate and reflective

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer January 22, 2016

Everyone deals with tragedy in their own way. Some turn to spiritual outlets, others to creative ones. One family turned to the interactive artform of video games to create one of the most powerful games...

A map of gender-neutral bathrooms located on campus

Pride Center provides safe space for students

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer January 21, 2016

The Pride Center is where students of all gender, sexual and romantic orientations can find a safe and affirming place to be themselves. Though the Pride Center caters to students who fall into the...

Experimental Writer Lily Hoang Comes to Spokane

By Kristi Lucchetta, Contributing Writer January 20, 2016

Lily Hoang, an experimental fiction writer, will be speaking in Spokane on Jan. 22 at Auntie’s Bookstore at 7:30 p.m. Hoang has published four books. These include “Unfinished,” “The Evolutionary...

Q&A with Michael Reid

Q&A with Michael Reid

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer January 16, 2016

Michael Reid, 40, is a native English speaker and has spent his life studying language. He completed his bachelor’s degree at EWU in French linguistics and went on to start his own business as a translator...

'Rainbow Six: Seige' disappoints

‘Rainbow Six: Seige’ disappoints

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer January 15, 2016

The “Rainbow Six” franchise of shooters have always set themselves apart in the gaming world as being much more cerebral than the run-and-gun, shoot-em-up games. The newest installment, “Rainbow...

'Sisters' overstays its welcome on screen

‘Sisters’ overstays its welcome on screen

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer January 15, 2016

Coming together for another movie, Saturday Night Live comedians Amy Poehler and Tina Fey star in the new “Sisters.” Not to be confused with their past chick flick “Baby Mama,” the two played roles...

Inarritu creates a masterpiece with ‘The Revenant’

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer January 15, 2016

Alejandro González Iñárritu, known for the magnificent 2015 “Birdman,” continued his masterful use of cinema in his latest movie, “The Revenant.” An all-star cast led by Leonardo DiCaprio...

'Concussion' doesn't hit audience as hard as expected

‘Concussion’ doesn’t hit audience as hard as expected

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer January 12, 2016

The release of “Concussion” was supposed to turn excitement for Super Bowl 50 to concern for the health of the athletes. With the biggest months of football ahead, “Concussion” had a chance to...

Career Services office is located in room 114 in Showalter Hall. They can help you with job applications, internships, career counseling, and resume and cover letter review.

‘Tis the season to begin the job search scramble

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer January 12, 2016

With graduation looming on the horizon, many students will be looking for post-grad jobs. Some students attend college with the hope of opening up more career opportunities. The importance of preparing...

'The Hateful Eight' deserves love

‘The Hateful Eight’ deserves love

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer January 11, 2016

Director Quentin Tarantino is one of the most eccentric personalities in filmmaking, and time after time he has proved himself to be an absolute master at what he does, and "The Hateful Eight" just serves...

New Year, new me?

New Year, new me?

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer January 11, 2016

New Year celebrations have differed across the world and throughout time, but nearly every celebration ends with New Year’s resolutions. The practice of making resolutions for the new year is thought...

The Force is strong with this one

The Force is strong with this one

By Chris Mudd, Staff Writer January 11, 2016
"If you've never seen a 'Star Wars' film in your life, there has never been a better time to jump in." -Chris Mudd
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