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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

USG debates scrapping Diversity and Inclusion Committee

USG debates scrapping Diversity and Inclusion Committee

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor September 16, 2022

The main job of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) of Case Western Reserve University is to represent the interests of the student body to the administration. To address the various needs of CWRU...

It’s On CWRU’s stand against violence culture

Noah Henriques, Staff Writer September 16, 2022

In the 2019-2020 academic year alone, Case Western Reserve University had 85 cases of sexual misconduct—a frig​​hteningly high number for such a small school. Out of these, 10 were classified as...

Fourth-year mechanical and aerospace engineering student David Dillman started his own company and created a patent-pending microplastic filter.

Spartan Spotlight: David Dillman

Grace Johnson, News Editor September 16, 2022

Case Western Reserve University has made a name for itself with its successful research endeavors and Nobel Laureates, and current students are continuing to make strides to continue that legacy of innovation....

CWRU’s 2018 Campus Master Plan shows a view of the Case Quad and the university’s proposed new research center (center right) replacing Yost Hall.

New $300 million research building to replace Yost

Grace Johnson, News Editor September 9, 2022

President Eric Kaler has made clear that his goal as president of Case Western Reserve University is to expand the research capabilities of the university. In order to do so, the university plans not only...

CWRU responds to new DACA ruling

Sarah Karkoff, Contributing Writer September 9, 2022

Following the new Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) ruling, President Eric Kaler and Provost Ben Vinson III have stated Case Western Reserve University’s approval and dedication to uphold...

The apps previously used for safety on CWRUs campus (Rave Guardian, CWRU Safe Ride, and TransLoc) have been transformed into Spartan Ride and Spartan Safe

New safety apps consolidate features of Safe Ride and Rave Guardian

Sarah Karkoff, Contributing Writer September 2, 2022

Beginning this semester, Case Western Reserve University will attempt to bolster student safety through new apps that replace Safe Ride and Rave Guardian. As of Aug. 1, Spartan Safe and Spartan Ride are...

CWRU cracks down on hazing

Cameron Ward, Contributing Writer September 2, 2022

The beginning of the fall 2022 semester saw the unveiling of Case Western Reserve University's most recent push against hazing on campus in the form of a training module.  The module comes after the...

The addition of two new residence halls in the SRV will house the ever-growing CWRU student body, while sporting a more modern look.

Construction and conversion of spaces occurs across CWRU

Grace Johnson, News Editor September 2, 2022

When walking from the North Residential Village (NRV) to the South Residential Village (SRV), sounds of hammering, drilling, crashing and yelling workers reverberate around the space. Given this, I have...

President Eric Kaler sits down with The Observer to discuss his philosophy on higher education, and to address the practical concerns students have about the actions of CWRU administration.

A conversation with President Kaler

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor April 22, 2022

Quotes have been lightly edited for clarity. Upon listening to President Eric W. Kaler’s schedule, one can’t help but be struck by just how many aspects of Case Western Reserve University—and...

Newly elected USG president Ananya Hari (pictured) and new VP of Finance Basil Yaseen discuss their objectives for USG in the upcoming academic year.

Ananya Hari elected USG President, shares thoughts on path forward

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor April 22, 2022

On April 15-16, Case Western Reserve University students elected their peers to represent them in the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year. At the top of the...

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