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Law school lecture discusses federalism, courts

Maryam Iqbal, Staff Reporter October 12, 2018

“Think of it in terms of basketball terms: you’ve got two shots, state and federal courts. Now no one wants just one shot in basketball. Two is always better. So why isn’t it the same for constitutional...

Fundraiser supplies crafts to third world societies

Jack Heneghan, Staff Reporter October 12, 2018

Bead bracelets and bookmarks—these objects may bear minimal significance to many children but are incredibly important to those who have little in the way of personal possessions; that’s why Case Western...

Walking for wellness

Jack Heneghan, Staff Reporter October 5, 2018

Working out can be difficult in college. Students are so busy that many often cannot find the time. Case Western Reserve University Wellness is trying to urge more students to exercise during the month...

Renowned historian visits campus, discusses Israeli history

Renowned historian visits campus, discusses Israeli history

Maryam Iqbal, Contributing Reporter October 5, 2018

“Challenging popular narrative on the inside is seen as treason. My advisor warned me that as an Israeli Jew, I could have gotten out an easier way. I didn’t understand him then, and continued on my...

Habitat for Humanity builds houses, character

Nihal Manjila, Contributing Reporter October 5, 2018

This year, Case Western Reserve University’s own Habitat for Humanity chapter will be expanding more than ever before. With the upscaling of its first-year representative program and the addition of...

Student club promotes positivity with Motivational Monday

Maryam Iqbal, Staff Reporter October 5, 2018

Last Monday morning, hundreds of students walking through the Tinkham Veale University Center may have crossed paths with a table full of buttons. Organized like a mini pop-up stall, passers-by were given...

New biomechanics exhibit debuts at Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Nathan Lesch, Staff Reporter October 5, 2018

On Sept. 29, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History (CMNH) unveiled a new special exhibit entitled, “Built to Survive: Biomechanics.” Located in the museum’s Kahn Hall, a cavernous gallery situated...

Farm Harvest Festival welcomes new season

Farm Harvest Festival welcomes new season

Nathan Lesch, Staff Reporter September 28, 2018

Saturday, Sept. 22 marked the Farm Administration and Student Sustainability Council’s (SSC)  ninth annual Farm Harvest Festival. After over a year of organization by dedicated volunteers, the Farm...

Voter registration efforts in full swing on campus

Abbey Wells and Henry Bendon September 28, 2018

Presidential elections are big and flashy. They set voting records and often draw a majority of Americans to the polls. Midterm elections are no less important, deciding the makeup of the entire House...

Siegal Program connects greater community with academia

Maryam Iqbal, Staff Reporter September 28, 2018

The Laura and Alvin Siegal Lifelong Learning Program at Case Western Reserve University has commenced a series of new eight-week long courses covering a wide variety of topics this September. The Siegal...

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