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Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Pie a Pi Phi

Pie a Pi Phi

September 26, 2014

On Friday, Sept. 19, members of the Pi Beta Phi sorority held their annual philanthropy event, “Pie a Pi Phi.” For $2, anyone could purchase one pie to slam into a sorority member’s face. However,...

Documentary illuminates Egypt’s political revolution

Winston Eng, Staff Reporter September 26, 2014

There should be little doubt that Jehane Noujaim’s entrancing documentary “The Square” is one of the most compelling and engaging documentaries you may ever see on the recurrent cycles of political...

Dash toward the movies for “The Maze Runner”

Sanjana Singh, Contributing Reporter September 26, 2014

After the continuous success of movies based on Young Adult novels, such as “Divergent” and “Hunger Games,” it was unsurprising to have another dystopian, post-apocalyptic trilogy come to the big...

Halo developer’s new game falls short of expectation

Enio Chinca, Contributing Reporter September 26, 2014

Many people know Bungie video game developers for creating the ultra-successful “Halo” franchise. Because of this massive fan base, Bungie stirred a lot of excitement when they announced the release...

Michelson and Morleys swanky interior matches its nerd-chic themes.

Taking a bite out of Cleveland at Michelson and Morley

Teddy Eisenberg, Staff Reporter September 25, 2014
Michelson and Morley is conveniently located in the Tinkham Veale University Center.
Part of the reported sun-faded vintage collection, Urban Outfitters controversial sweater appeared to be blood-splattered.

Blood in the Water, Or at Least the Dye

Allison Duchin, Staff Reporter September 25, 2014

Earlier this season the clothing store Urban Outfitters displayed an apparently bloody sweatshirt with the words “Kent State University” written along it with the school’s logo. To say this shirt...

The Orwells put on a strange and slightly uncomfortable show at the Grog Shop last week, but the crowd still loved it.

The flavor of punk

Anne Nickoloff, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 19, 2014

After seeing The Orwells and SKATERS, two bands identified as punk rock, perform at the Grog Shop on Sept. 9, the genre of "punk" will never again feel decisive. SKATERS, who belted out powerful songs...

Neon Trees canceled

Neon Trees canceled

Enio Chinca, Contributing Reporter September 19, 2014

It seems the fall blues start early, following news that the Fall Concert performers Neon Trees will not, after all, be coming to Case Western Reserve University. Following last year’s popular concert...

Jack White produced a captivating performance at his show at Nautica Pavilion, where his stage was completely washed in a blue light

Jack White proves musical talent at Cleveland show

Teddy Eisenberg, Staff Reporter September 19, 2014

Some months ago, “Rolling Stone” magazine ran a headline describing Jack White as rock and roll’s own Willy Wonka. From the vast variety of music styles and guitar wizardry that White displayed during...

Kasumis films are composed of thousands of clips of public domain films and original film, mish-mashed into a plot about the main character.

MOCA presents dark, psychedelic adventure

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter September 19, 2014

The Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland presented an exhibition unlike any other on Sept. 17 and 18. The artwork in question was a cinematic assemblage by the globally renowned artist Kasumi, who has...

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