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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

Eckert: Know yourself, services that can help

Eckert: Know yourself, services that can help

Brian Eckert November 13, 2015

I have never witnessed or been the victim of crime on campus or anywhere. Given that I’m 6’4” and started offensive and defensive line for three and a half years of high school, it’s clear I’m...

Lehrer: Common sense keeps students safe

Lehrer: Common sense keeps students safe

Josh Lehrer November 13, 2015

Simply put, crime is not as prevalent an issue at Case Western Reserve University as some contend. Barely any crime legitimately happens “on campus.” Indeed Hessler and other locations are technically...

Rasberry: Reduce crime via proactive action

Rasberry: Reduce crime via proactive action

Kate Rasberry November 13, 2015

Crime, while little, is still an issue that occurs on and around campus and needs to be addressed by Case Western Reserve University and its students. Granted we’ve implemented more police officers on...

Holcomb: Don’t shelter students

Holcomb: Don’t shelter students

Chandler Holcomb November 13, 2015

Last year at Case Western Reserve University, an exceedingly dull and unattractive metallic grey and blue security tower was erected directly outside my room’s window before my very eyes. Its purpose...

Chan: Street harassment reflects a larger issue

Chan: Street harassment reflects a larger issue

Ashley Chan November 13, 2015

An attractive boy or girl walks by you on the street. He or she winks and smiles at you and you’re flattered, so this behavior is welcomed and okay. Take this scenario and replace the attractive person...

Galipo: Crime is communal, not campus-wide

Galipo: Crime is communal, not campus-wide

Anna Galipo November 13, 2015

When I first thought about the question of whether crime is a problem at Case Western Reserve University, I instantly thought “Of course not.” I wasn’t exactly sure why I responded in such a...

OKeeffe: Fearful students create a divide

O’Keeffe: Fearful students create a divide

Heather O’Keeffe November 13, 2015

If safety and crime are a concern amongst students, then they should take an active role within our community to directly address their concerns. This is our community. Each and every one of us chose to...

Editorial: Caution is key to change in admissions process

Editorial Board November 13, 2015

The retention rate of Case Western Reserve University leaves much to be desired. Of a class, 64 percent will graduate in four years, 80 percent in six years. Mental health and academic rigor may play a...

Miles: Students should fear, fight online surveillance

Danny Miles November 13, 2015

Privacy is more of an issue now than it has perhaps ever been. As connected as we are, and as wonderful as it is to have the world at the call of your fingertips, it's chilling to realize that this same...

Assmus: More security, awareness needed on, near campus

Assmus: More security, awareness needed on, near campus

Abby Assmus November 13, 2015

Personally, I have not had any issues with crime or security on campus in my four and a half years here at Case Western Reserve University. However it is concerning that there are plenty of security alerts...

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