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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

Nunnery: Diversity is the step forward, not the end goal​

Anthony Nunnery, Columnist February 9, 2018

To better understand what diversity should be like, it might help to think of it as a five-star restaurant: You have to take in what it has to offer to have a significant experience from diversity. Diversity...

Richards: The real technological revolution

Jason Richards, Columnist February 2, 2018

I’m sure you can remember a time when someone told you to put your phone away to pay attention, like that strict high school teacher who thought using a phone in class was on par with texting and driving....

Pushing yourself can have big rewards. Seeing this beautiful view of Yosemite National Park would not have been possible without a tough climb.

Faccenda: Don’t shy away from physical challenges

Alexandra Faccenda, Opinion Editor February 2, 2018

Growing up, I was surrounded by siblings who were always trying to push their bodies to the breaking point. A storm during the yearly beach vacation was an opportunity to see who was fearless enough to...

CWRU students are banned from carrying Mace on campus, so it doesnt make sense that its sold in our campus bookstore.

Kadlec: We should be allowed to carry pepper spray

Hanna Kadlec, Columnist February 2, 2018

It seems that we can't get a break. Two weeks into the semester, our phones have already begun dinging with security alerts. More than a handful of students have been robbed or approached within the last...

This inner city scene represents the majority of Cleveland better than University Circle does. CWRU students need to pay more attention to Clevelands underprivileged communities.

Discover, reconnect with the reality of Cleveland

Christopher Alan Cannon, Columnist February 2, 2018

Case Western Reserve University is tucked between some of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the United States. Behind the art museums or the national acclaim of Playhouse Square exists an entirely different...

Kim: Bite the bulletin, it’s two minutes to midnight

Won Hee Kim, Columnist February 2, 2018

It is 11:58 p.m. and you have to submit an assignment by midnight. Only “you” is the human race, “midnight” is the annihilation of the human race and “assignment” encompasses all the reasonable...

Mukhi: Navigating fraternity rush

Zubair Mukhi, Columnist February 2, 2018

I didn’t plan on rushing for a fraternity when I came to college. However, I attended fraternity rush events during my first semester. The allure of free food was too great, and as I spent time talking...

Saulsman: People diluted a controversial idea

Courtney Saulsman, Columnist January 26, 2018

The #MeToo movement has inspired thousands of women and men to share their stories of sexual harassment. This movement has united individuals from different classes, genders and races in order to promote...

Rutecki: Making the case against late-term abortions

Paul Rutecki, Columnist January 26, 2018

Last Friday, President Donald Trump addressed the 45th annual March for Life rally in Washington, D.C. via webcast. Trump defended his pro-life position, stating, “Under my administration, we will always...

Martz: Tips on clearing the clutter

Paulina Martz, Columnist January 26, 2018

Alright, confession time. I sat down to write an article on how to best prepare oneself for the start of a new semester by organizing and decluttering your space and your life. But I had to sit on my floor...

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