Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Bottoms (2023) is a rambunctious high school comedy starring Rachel Sennott (left) and Ayo Edebiri (right) as the ringleaders of an all-female fight club.

“Bottoms” comes out on top

Kate Gordon, Life Editor September 8, 2023

From even the first few minutes of “Bottoms,” Emma Seligman’s raunchy high school comedy, it’s clear that we are in a universe slightly different than our own. In Seligman’s world, a parody of...

Speak Now (Taylors Version) features a mature, updated album cover consistent with the tone of her new recording.

Speak Now (Taylor’s Version): a youthless replica or a mature retelling?

Kethan Srinivasan, Staff Writer September 1, 2023

At the time of its release, “Speak Now” was one of Taylor Swift’s most remarkable bodies of work. It is—as of now—her only self-written record. Swift swaps the rainbow-tinged romance of “Fearless”...

Your guide to the best spots to eat on campus

Your guide to the best spots to eat on campus

Megan Abel, Staff Writer September 1, 2023

Do you struggle to use your meal swipes effectively? Do you regret spending money on lackluster food? Have you ever had your order stolen at The Den by Denny’s? If any of these apply to you, then this...

School or social life: You can have both!

Shivangi Nanda, Executive Editor September 1, 2023

Many students have had their experience at Case Western Reserve University taken over by rigorous academics. Managing this school’s challenging coursework and never-ending assignments can take a toll...

The Cleveland Guardians have six home games from this weekend through the middle of next week, with many seats still available for purchase.

What to do this week(end) (9/1/23)

Kate Gordon, Life Editor September 1, 2023

Now that classes have officially started and homework is beginning to pile up, it can be hard for Case Western Reserve University students to tear themselves away from academics—even if it’s a long...

On their way to the real world, Ken and Barbie (left to right) sing along to Closer to Fine by Indigo Girls in the iconic pink Corvette.

Pinked to perfection: ‘Barbie’ showcases fierce, funny feminism

Téa Tamburo, News Editor August 25, 2023

Since her creation by Ruth Handler in 1959, Barbie has been celebrated as a quintessential toy for young girls and simultaneously rebuked as an object that enforces unrealistic beauty expectations and...

Shejuti’s guide to making the most of your first year

Shejuti Wahed, Video Editor August 25, 2023

This past week, a quick glance around Northside might have felt overwhelming. You might have noticed many teary-eyed parents prolonging their goodbyes, flocks of eager first-years trying to mask their...

The Asian Lantern Festival welcomes attendees to experience the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo like never before, with lantern displays, light exhibits, live performances and much more.

What to do this week(end) (8/25/23)

Kate Gordon, Life Editor August 25, 2023

After a long summer away from friends and classmates, the last way you want to spend your first weekend back on campus is stuck in your dorm room. Instead, get out in the sun, meet new people and see some...

Along with Squeaky Clean Sprint, a bathroom-themed track first created for this game, the fifth wave of the Booster Course Pass introduces three popular characters. From left to right: Petey Piranha, Kamek and Wiggler.

In a fifth wave of new tracks, Nintendo adds three iconic characters to “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe”

Elie Aoun, Director of Print August 25, 2023

On July 12, Nintendo released the fifth wave of new tracks to “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe” as part of the “Booster Course Pass DLC.” Continuing two trends that began in the previous wave, this update...

Chris Pratts Mario (left) and Charlie Days Luigi (right) leave their plumbing careers behind for adventure in the Mushroom Kingdom in The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

“The Super Mario Bros. Movie”: A film about love and Italians

Joey Gonzalez, Life Editor April 28, 2023

This article contains spoilers for “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”  5 Super Stars (Pun intended).    I’m pretty sure every single one of us has had some kind of experience with the...

Load More Stories

Comments (0)

In an effort to promote dialogue and the sharing of ideas, The Observer encourages members of the university community to respectfully voice their comments below. Comments that fail to meet the standards of respect and mutual tolerance will be removed as necessary.
All The Observer Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest