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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

The Office of Multicultural Affairs, located on the fourth floor of Sears, is a comforting place for CWRU students of all identities to celebrate their diversity and success.

The OMA: A place that feels like home

Cameron Ward, Staff Writer January 27, 2023

The Case Western Reserve University campus is home to a lot of special places and hidden gems, but one shines brighter than most—the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA). Tucked away on the fourth floor...

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke at CWRU and answered questions ranging from the Russo-Ukrainian War to her main source of inspiration.

US Deputy Secretary of State meets with CWRU students

Grace Johnson, News Editor January 27, 2023

On Tuesday, Jan. 24, Case Western Reserve University welcomed Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to our campus, where she gave a brief talk, and answered a barrage of questions from students and professionals...

Mayor Justin Bibb (left) and City Council President Blaine Griffin (right) carry court motions on April 6, 2022 in their first failed attempt to expunge marijuana convictions and charges.

Cleveland plans to expunge marijuana convictions en masse

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor January 20, 2023

Cleveland may soon be making strides towards cannabis policy reform by expunging convictions related to misdemeanor marijuana cases.  Mayor Justin Bibb came into office promising to reform the city’s...

After multiple years of heated debates, the Cleveland Landmarks Commission approved a new devlopment on Hessler Road that is planning to break ground this summer.

New apartments headed to Hessler, construction to start this summer

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor January 20, 2023

New apartments are coming to Hessler Road soon and are garnering some controversy. Hessler is a historic street, developed in the early 20th century as a quiet and quaint community, isolated from the...

Fourth-year forward Cole Frilling scores 16 points in a game against Carnegie Mellon University, reaching 1,000 career points and becoming the 20th player in CWRUs history to achieve such a milestone.

Men’s basketball 11-game win streak ends in UAA play

Paola Van Der Linden Costello, Contributing Writer January 20, 2023

The Case Western Reserve University men’s basketball team continued to break school records after finishing their non-conference play undefeated 10-0. Graduate student guard Mitch Prendergast missed...

Retiring this year, Colleen Barker-Williamson leaves a long legacy in student programming at CWRU, even putting her mark on the annual Hudson Relays.

Colleen Barker-Williamson, student leadership advisor, retires after three decades of service

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor December 9, 2022

Much has changed at Case Western Reserve University since July 1989, but there has been one constant: Colleen Barker-Williamson. Having started her time at CWRU as the assistant Director of Programs of...

The residential villages will soon be emptied out for the month as students move out for winter break.

What to expect for closing: tips, tricks and guidelines for leaving your residence hall for break

Grace Johnson, News Editor December 9, 2022

Whether you are a first-year or fourth-year living in the residence halls, moving out for break looks a little bit different each year. This article offers a little bit of guidance, no matter which residence...

Team captains Lexi Gomez, Anika Washburn, Merry Meyer and Elizabeth White (left to right) hold up their NCAA National Runner-up trophy after a season full of new records and accomplishments.

Women’s soccer falls to JHU 2-1 in NCAA DIII championship game, concluding historic season

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor December 9, 2022

Last Sunday Dec. 4, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team was one win away from their first NCAA Division III title. In their way stood the formidable second-ranked Johns Hopkins University...

Students celebrate the inaugural CWRU LIFT competition, striking various poses, including the Zyzz pose, as the successful event came to a close.

CWRU LIFT hosts deadlift competition, brings together university’s weightlifting community

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor December 2, 2022

Saturday mornings are pretty quiet around campus. The Veale Recreation Center usually has a few people coming in to do their workouts, but on Nov. 19, the Veale rack room was packed with members of the...

CWRU graduate student forward Camryn Hartman lead the Spartans with the highest number of shots during the Spartans Nov. 19 game against Loras.

Women’s soccer advances to NCAA Semifinals

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor December 2, 2022

With high stakes against top teams in the NCAA Division III, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team found a way to bring themselves closer to the coveted NCAA championship. The Spartans...

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