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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

Snow pile on campus

Snow causes problems at EWU

By Rosie Perry, Staff Writer January 23, 2016

This winter brought approximately 30 inches of snow and massive amounts of ice to EWU’s campus, and some students feel there has not been enough done to deal with the influx. Landscape Maintenance...

The Zola Bar

Zola an unusual live music experience

By Ivy Nall, Eagle Life Editor January 23, 2016

To start this series off, Zola was first on the list. With this unique and extensive atmosphere, it is not one to be missed. The building layout may give the impression that it is small from the outside...

'The Forest' loses its way

‘The Forest’ loses its way

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer January 22, 2016

"The Forest” unfortunately didn’t do the legends surrounding Japan’s Aokigahara Forest justice. Also known as the Suicide Forest, Aokigahara is known for being the spot where hundreds of people...

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...

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...

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