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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

During normal business hours, students and faculty use Harkness Chapel for class and performances. Arts After Dark opens the Chapel’s doors for all students to celebrate the performing arts.

M.U.S.I.C. to host after-hours showcase

Katy Witkowski, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 4, 2013

Harkness Chapel, serenely framed by fall foliage, has seen many talented musicians grace its stage. The Cleveland Orchestra has recorded in the space that music department students and faculty usually...

Nobel Prize winner comes to Case Western

Jessica Yang, Staff Reporter November 4, 2013

On Oct. 17, Nobel Award for Chemistry winner Thomas Cech came to Case Western to give a talk about his well-known research on RNA. Held at Schmitt lecture hall as a part of the “Frontiers in Chemistry”...

How to fix the horrors of Halloween costume prices

Allison Duchin, Staff Reporter November 4, 2013

There is nothing spookier taking place this post-Halloween weekend than the horrible Halloween costume prices found at even the most discounted stores. Instead, this Halloween, try and think of ways to...

Special exhibit uncovers long forgotten art

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter November 4, 2013

The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) is offering a rare opportunity to all interested in viewing exquisite ancient art. “Sicily: Art and Invention Between Greece and Rome” opened a month ago as the museum’s...

An unexpected haunted house, just next door

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter October 24, 2013

As residents of University Circle, Case Western Reserve University students have the privilege of living at a walking distance from the distinguished Cleveland Museum of Art. If we’re ever in the mood...

Fate and Freedom through music and movies

Anne Nickoloff, Staff Reporter October 24, 2013

The Cleveland Orchestra, the Cleveland Institute of Art’s (CIA) Cinematheque and the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) have joined forces to create the massive Fate and Freedom festival to span this upcoming...

Kappa Alpha Theta makes sure that the kids are alright

Allison Duchin, Staff Reporter October 24, 2013

“For the kids.” — the sorority Kappa Alpha Theta’s adopted motto for their fundraising work for the organization Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), as provided by the sorority’s Director...

House of Blues’ Scene Stage a home for music lovers

Anne Nickoloff, Staff Reporter October 24, 2013
Check out the House of Blues' Scene Stage for awesome rock shows.
“Sleepy Hollow” is Fox’s newly renewed fantasy thriller. It airs Fridays at 9pm.

Despite the name, “Sleepy Hollow” bears little semblance to the original

Lily Korte, Staff Reporter October 11, 2013

Every autumn the ritual begins anew: All the major television networks debut a slew of new shows alongside new seasons of old standbys, and every week they obsessively monitor Nielsen ratings, ready and...

A fast, a feast, a favor

Anne Nickoloff, Staff Reporter October 11, 2013

Last Saturday, the Case Western Reserve University community came together to support volunteer efforts in Syria at the Muslim Student Association’s (MSA) annual Fast-a-thon fundraiser. The five dollar...

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