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The Easterner

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

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Eagles win first post-season game in school history

Eagles win first post-season game in school history

By Riley Baker, Staff Writer March 30, 2016

After winning the Big Sky Championship last season, the Eagles went into the tournament this year looking to defend their title and make their second consecutive NCAA tournament berth. EWU finished...

Students request multicultural center

Students request multicultural center

By Natasha Nellis, Contributing Writer March 30, 2016

Several campus groups, including the Black Student Union (BSU), Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (M.E.Ch.A), the Native American Student Association (NASA), the Saudi Club, Muxeres Nopaleras,...

Student Rights and Responsibilities benefits students

By Devante Gaillard, Contributing Writer March 13, 2016

The Student Rights and Responsibilities (SRR) program at EWU helps an estimated 500 students every year by educating them on the code of conduct in an effort to prevent future violations. “Our job...

Police Beat Issue 20 Volume 67

Police Beat Issue 20 Volume 67

By Mike Manning, Administrative Assistant March 13, 2016

March 1, 10:17 p.m. Marijuana CAs reported the smell of marijuana on the fourth floor of Pearce Hall. Officers responded and also smelled the odor. After locating the room that was the source of the...

EWU exhibition ‘Appropriate Ambitions’ utilizes artwork to challenge gender roles

By Erin Rebar, Contributing Writer March 12, 2016

Stepping inside is like walking back into the womb. Overhead, gracefully draped fabric hangs like a veil of silken clouds. Light filters downwards through the gauzy roof, painting the room a delicate shade...

Police departments part ways

Police departments part ways

By Kalli Wolf, Staff Writer March 12, 2016

Cheney Police Department and EWU Police Department have worked closely together for many years. However, EWU PD made some changes last November that resulted in a separation between the two departments. Cheney...

Staycation just as good as vacation

Staycation just as good as vacation

By Joe Matthews, Staff Writer March 12, 2016

Some have their sights set on the beaches for this upcoming spring break while others can only see their couch and Netflix on the horizon. While some may be going on a vacation to remember, a lot of students...

Women’s Basketball team seeded No. 2 in tournament

By Grace Pohl, Staff Writer March 11, 2016

The EWU women’s basketball team goes into the Big Sky Basketball Tournament ranked as a No. 2 seed, with Montana State at the No. 1 seed. The Eagles lost their last two games of the season on the road...

Sustainability major in the works

Sustainability major in the works

By Colette Black, Contributing Writer March 11, 2016

EWU’s annual Campus Sustainability Forum hit a record low in attendance: 30 people. EWU senior Gwen Bode, biology major and sustainability club member, said the vacancy of student demand and interest...

Spring Brings More EPIC Outdoor Adventures

By Colette-Janae Buck, Contributing Writer March 11, 2016

Rafting dangerous white capped waters, mountaineering steep snow-ridden mountain sides and hiking cavernous trails are all adrenaline-ridden trips EPIC Adventures offers to students. EPIC, or Experiential...

'Love's Labour's Lost: The Musical' gears up for second slate of showings

‘Love’s Labour’s Lost: The Musical’ gears up for second slate of showings

By Brad Brown, Contributing Writer March 11, 2016

With a bong and female blow-up doll in hand, the spotlight cast upon four well-dressed men, setting the mood for Shakespeare’s abridged version of “Love’s Labour’s Lost” to the tightly-packed...

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