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

CWRU destigmatizes food insecurity during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week

CWRU destigmatizes food insecurity during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week

Zachary Treseler, News Editor November 17, 2023

This past week, various departments at Case Western Reserve University commemorated Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. These events shed light on the resources CWRU offers to students and how community...

CWRU community walks out on university’s Israel-Hamas war response

CWRU community walks out on university’s Israel-Hamas war response

Téa Tamburo, News Editor November 10, 2023

Hundreds of Case Western Reserve University community members walked out of their classes on Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. to protest President Eric Kaler’s response to the Israel-Hamas war. Carrying flags, posters...

CWRU suspends admissions to Integrated Graduate Studies programs

CWRU suspends admissions to Integrated Graduate Studies programs

Zachary Treseler and Shivangi Nanda October 27, 2023

Last semester, Case Western Reserve University suspended all admissions to their Integrated Graduate Studies (IGS) program due to changes made by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE). In the...

Spitball will return: The storied sculptures past, present and future

“Spitball” will return: The storied sculpture’s past, present and future

Milo Vetter, Staff Writer October 27, 2023

When Case Western Reserve University’s Case Quad was relandscaped in the summer of 2022, some students were dismayed to find that the large angular sculpture between Strosacker Hall and Sears Library...

A cartoon produced by the Evening Telegram of New York pokes fun at President Charles Thwing’s comments permitting girls to use the word “damn.”

Offbeat anecdotes: Unraveling the unusual tales of CWRU’s history

Zachary Treseler, News Editor October 13, 2023

With the federation of two universities—Western Reserve University and the Case Institute of Technology—Case Western Reserve University has a deep history. In the spirit of Homecoming, we will examine...

Jason Steckel has recently stepped into the role of associate director of Greek Life at CWRU, filling the position James Silay left vacant when he was promoted to director.

CWRU’s Greek Life in focus: Leadership transitions and future aspirations

Zachary Treseler, News Editor September 22, 2023

A few weeks into the first semester, the Greek Life Office, part of the Division of Student Affairs, hired a new associate director, Jason Steckel. This follows the previous associate director, James Silay,...

Within Haydn Hall, The Haven offers a new study space for students on Mather Quad, equipped with couches, a microwave and study tables.

A “Haven” in Haydn: Historical room reopens as student lounge

Amanda Wu, Contributing Writer September 22, 2023

As the pressure from academic coursework and exams mounts, students can find solace in The Haven, a social space and public lounge in Room 100 of Haydn Hall. The room itself, serving as a primary student-centered...

Jim OBrien (right) is leaving CWRU after working for 14 years as the resident district manager for Bon Appétit at CWRU, and he is succeeded by Jim Boland (left) who aims to improve the CWRU dining experience.

New Bon Appétit CWRU resident district manager Jim Boland seeks to reconnect with students through quality food

Shivangi Nanda, Executive Editor September 15, 2023

At the end of last semester, former Bon Appétit at Case Western Reserve University’s Resident District Manager Jim O’Brien left CWRU after a 14-year career heading dining services. During his tenure,...

Great progress has been made in the search of a new provost to replace Ben Vinson III.

Search committee outlines qualifications for next provost, aims to finish end of 2023

Téa Tamburo, News Editor August 25, 2023

The Provost and Executive Vice President Search Committee advanced their search process this summer, with the goal of announcing a hire by the end of the calendar year. The search committee is chaired...

CWRUs new logo features various design changes that more accurately reflect modern design trends as well as the schools values and aspirations for future years.

CWRU unveils new logo, community left divided

Zachary Treseler, News Editor August 25, 2023

On June 2, Case Western Reserve University students awoke to news in The Daily that the university was unveiling a new “visual identity.” Described as “bolder and brighter,” this includes a new...

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