I started my aviation degree at CWU Fall 2004 with no flight time or experience, now after finishing my 2nd year there, I am a full-time flight instructor at a busy part 61 flight school across the river from Portland.
Central has a solid aviation program, but no matter where you get your ratings, the harder you work, and the more you practice, the better pilot you will be in the end.
The reason you must take a 141 g school, is because that is the only approved way Central can give you college credits for the required PVT ground school. Which is required for the FO, ASM, or Aviation Minor. Best of luck.