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Community

In the Asia University America Program, you become part of a community that is both intellectually stimulating and culturally enriching. Surrounded by scholars, students, and educators from diverse backgrounds, you engage in dialogues, workshops, and collaborative projects that bridge the gap between Eastern and Western perspectives. This community fosters a sense of belonging and encourages you to explore new ideas, challenge conventional wisdom, and develop lifelong connections. Whether attending joint seminars, participating in research initiatives, or simply sharing a meal with a fellow participant, you feel the vibrancy and inclusivity of a network that transcends geographical boundaries and unites people with a common passion for knowledge and mutual understanding.

Shopping

  • Fred Meyer- food, household items, electronics, clothes, photo printing
  • Safeway - food, medicine
  • Old Skools - CD's, posters, post cards
  • Boogie Man Music- instruments
  • Mountain High Sports - outdoor sports gear, clothes
  • Bi-Mart - cheap blankets, food, dishes
  • Jerrol's - CWU stuff, art supplies, books, stationery
  • Rite Aid - medicine, photo printing, drinks, snacks
  • Goodwill - used clothes and other items
  • Gordon MacDonald Photography - photo printing
  • Maurices - women's clothes

Food

  • Starbucks - coffee
  • Dairy Queen - hamburgers, ice cream
  • Brooklyn's Pizzeria - pizza
  • Rodeo City BBQ - Bar-b-que food
  • Campus U Totem - hamburgers
  • Panda Garden - Chinese food
  • Sugar Thai - Thai food
  • Yellow Church Cafe - American Food
  • El Caporal - Mexican food
  • Jack In the Box - hamburgers and fast food
  • Valley Cafe - upscale dining
  • Kiku-Chan- Japanese food
  • Ellensburg Pasta Company - pasta
  • Palace Cafe - steaks

Other things to do

  • Movies - Liberty, Grand Meridian Theaters
  • Snowboarding, skiing - Snoqualmie
  • Golf
  • Skateboarding
  • Play soccer
  • Play basketball
  • Hiking
  • Flying Kites
  • Swimming - CWU or City Pool
  • Play billiards - in your hall

Links to Ellensburg Community Information

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