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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

Dear first-year students: Don’t succumb to “grindset” culture

Milo Vetter, Staff Writer August 25, 2023

In the weeks before you move in and experience orientation week, you’ve probably received lots and lots of advice from your teachers, parents and orientation leaders to seize all the opportunities you...

Discussing Refugees on Record and why student publications are vital to counterbalancing mass media

Carsten Torgeson, Staff Writer April 28, 2023

I do not think I am alone in saying that the world, as depicted by revenue-motivated mainstream media, can be overwhelming. The news, in an effort to cover the spectacle of human suffering en masse, ultimately...

Like music? Try metal!

Snehal Choudhury, Staff Writer April 28, 2023

It’s nearing finals week again, typically characterized by students—often running on Dunkin’ and very little sleep—scrambling to relearn a boatload of class material they might’ve forgotten during...

Stay strong till the very end

Beau Bilinovich, Development Editor April 28, 2023

Well, here we are: the end of the semester and another year at Case Western Reserve University. As I’m sure most people can relate to, this semester has been one long, arduous battle. Homework has kept...

How to change someone’s mind—and when you shouldn’t

Milo Vetter, Staff Writer April 28, 2023

By now, most people at Case Western Reserve University are aware of the street preachers who took to Euclid Avenue last week. Everyone has their own reactions to the situation, but what really struck me...

Always a victim? You’re likely the problem

Enya Eettickal, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

A big part of friendship is sharing stories of hardship and seeking advice or support. Personally, I think there’s something special in the shared emotional reactions of a group when listening to one...

Why CoHo has got to go: A critique of BookTok sensation Colleen Hoover

Rebecca Warber, Contributing Writer April 21, 2023

Shock rang through the BookTok community when author Colleen Hoover announced casting decisions for the “It Ends With Us” screen adaptation. Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are currently set to play...

Fashion woes: A long road to sustainability

Fashion woes: A long road to sustainability

Aambar Agarwal, Social Media Manager April 21, 2023

There are countless fashion brands that promote their sustainability efforts. “Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We’re #2” is the tagline from the fashion brand Reformation. Rent the...

How to stop procrastinating for finals

Sarah Karkoff, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

As finals season descends upon students, it's always important to have a game plan. However, even the best plans can go by the wayside. Every semester, the detailed plan that I create often gets pushed...

CWRU’s psychology research desert

Carsten Torgeson, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

“Members of the [Case Western Reserve University] community conduct research daily that makes a lasting difference. But don’t take it from us—the numbers tell our story,” so reads the CWRU’s...

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