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The Observer

Martz: Focus on CWRU-specific residence hall room ideas

Paulina Martz, Columnist September 1, 2017

Now that the Class of 2021 is moved in, everyone here on campus knows the ice-in-your-veins feeling of walking into your residence hall room for the first time and realizing just how small, boring and...

President Snyder’s second message hit and miss takeaways from Charlottesville

Kevin Smith, Executive Editor September 1, 2017

    On Aug. 28, President Barbara Snyder released a second statement about the Unite the Right rally on the University of Virginia’s campus from Aug. 11 to 12, intended to halt the removal...

Case Western Reserve University students should see the Cleveland Orchestra perform because the future of the orchestra itself depends on the younger generation for survival.

Rutecki: Rediscover classical music in Cleveland

Paul Rutecki, Columnist August 25, 2017

A common misconception about classical music among college students is that only serious musicians or senior citizens can enjoy it.  Classical music is just as important to our fast-paced, millennial...

Lowe: No experience necessary

Nicholas Lowe, Columnist August 25, 2017

Since I’ve moved back in, most of my conversations have started with some variation of the same question: “How was your summer?” Usually, someone will tell me about their summer research position,...

Editorial: Keep the discussion alive

August 25, 2017

To all first-years and other newly enrolled students: welcome to our campus and the Case Western Reserve University community. And to returning students, welcome back. For those living on campus, don’t...

Avolio: My hidden insight into SAGES

Madison Avolio, News Designer August 25, 2017

There is a wonderful position in the SAGES office known as Data Entry Assistant. For the past year I have held this very title. This job entails taking all the hand-written surveys that students fill out...

I’m not saying I don’t enjoy “Family Guy” on demand as much as the next person, but it’s important to note the effects that constant binge-watching (and pausing) at our discretion—as well as immediate gratification—can have on our minds, emotions and actions in real life.

Parr: Theater is not “on demand”

Sarah Parr, Social Media Editor August 25, 2017

You don't need me to tell you that some people act like they have never heard of the term "theater etiquette." I've seen and heard some horrific things during live performances, but I want to examine an...

Taekman: Increase your academic enthusiasm

Sarah Taekman, Columnist August 25, 2017

Ah, summertime.                                                                             Three months of making money, maybe sneaking in some research or a summer...

Strengthen your sexual misconduct policies

Emma Bardwell May 19, 2017

Editor’s Note: Readers should be aware that this letter contains strong language describing a sexual assault and violence. The Observer interviewed Emma Bardwell regarding this column prior to its publishing....

Editorial: Semester grades

April 28, 2017

Student Initiatives for Diversity and Inclusion: A Various organizations around campus came together to further support diversity and inclusion. This past winter, the Residence Hall Association launched...

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