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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

EWU serves community on MLK Day

EWU serves community on MLK Day

By Kalli Wolf, Staff Writer January 15, 2016

On Jan. 18 students, staff and faculty members from EWU, WSU, Gonzaga, Whitworth and SFCC come together for a march and a day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. According...

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...

The Mason Jar expands

The Mason Jar expands

By Daisy, Garcia January 14, 2016

The Mason Jar, local café and restaurant, was recently remodelled and expanded. After being closed for three weeks, the doors were reopened to the public on Jan. 6. Upon reopening, newly interested, as...

Women's basketball takes down U of I

Women’s basketball takes down U of I

By Grace Pohl, Staff Writer January 14, 2016

EWU women’s basketball fought hard for a road win at the University of Idaho and improves to 9-6, 3-0 in conference. EWU had previously won conference games against University of Northern Colorado and...

Last Lecture series begins

By Kalli Wolf, Staff Writer January 14, 2016

The Last Lecture is a new program at Eastern as of Fall 2015. Each quarter a professor, staff member or faculty member is chosen to present on what they would like their hypothetical last lecture to students...

Hope remains for Bernie Sander's campaign

Hope remains for Bernie Sander’s campaign

By Joe, Matthews January 13, 2016

The moment former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton mentioned a possible run at the presidency, the 2016 Democratic nomination was determined for most. But over the last year, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders...

The Roost opens after renovations

The Roost opens after renovations

By Daisy Garcia, Contributing Writer January 13, 2016

Students returned from winter break to find The Roost, one of the most popular restaurants on campus, closed. The restaurant was closed from Dec. 14 to Jan. 6 for renovations and reopened to the public...

Eagles celebrate victory on the court.

Eagles break Vandals five-game winning streak

By Riley Baker, Staff Writer January 13, 2016

After losing two in a row on the road, the Eagles returned home to a crowd of 3,262 for a matchup against the Idaho Vandals. EWU was 3-8 on the road and 3-0 at home going into this one. The Vandals...

'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...

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‘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...

Light at the end of the tunnel

Light at the end of the tunnel

By Sam Deal, Opinion Editor January 12, 2016

It is the time of year for resolutions, which brings with it many goals that usually end up becoming hopeless flailing of the weak-minded. But the end of my collegiate journey is in sight and for just...

'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...

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