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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

Mark and Elizabeth Meckes, professors in the math department, frequently collaborate professionally. Elizabeth says that she likes working with Mark because hes someone she doesnt need to worry about sound[ing] stupid in front of.

Faculty couples share love stories

Celia Wan, Staff Reporter February 12, 2016

Meckeses: “I guess we are just lucky” When asked for relationship advice, Professors Mark and Elizabeth Meckes from the Mathematics Department laughed because they were not sure how to reply. Being...

UPB brought the fad sport of Bubble Soccer to campus for a casual, fun, and bouncy take on the classic sport.

Bubble soccer bursts onto scene at CWRU

Eddie Kerekes, Staff Reporter February 12, 2016

What do you get when you combine hard hitting action, chaos, college students, two goals, a soccer ball and 10 air-filled bubble suits? Bubble soccer, of course. The game, invented in Norway in 2011,...

The restaurant offers large portions of delicious food like the Classic Gyro, which is topped with house-made Tzatziki sauce.

Greek food at its simple best

Alex Tomazic, Staff Reporter February 12, 2016

With Uptown flourishing, it is becoming easier for students to choose something different to eat besides dining hall food. There are many cuisines to sample: everything from pizza to sushi is represented...

Fraternity brothers upset by Greek Life sanctions

Fraternity brothers upset by Greek Life sanctions

Anastazia Vanisko, Copy Editor February 5, 2016

The Greek Life Office (GLO) aims to create a “culture of care” within Greek Life, meaning that they want chapters to work towards self-improvement and bettering the community. However after the membership...

Yo La Tengo took an innovative approach to its Cleveland show, starting the concert out quietly and ending on a loud note.

Noise rock at its quietest, then its noisiest

Anne Nickoloff, Director of Print February 5, 2016

When we walked into the Beachland Ballroom on Thursday, Jan. 18, we didn’t know a concert was happening down the hall. But we were a little late; Yo La Tengo’s set had already started. The thing...

Ball attendees participated in activities like tea leaf reading, a quest and photo booth pictures

Yule Ball soars to new heights

Lars Torres, Staff Reporter February 5, 2016

Late Saturday night, students showcased their bountiful love for Harry Potter at the Yule Ball, hosted by CWRUcio Quidditch. It took place in The Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Ballroom C from 8 p.m.-11...

 The Spartans sprint for first in Veale against archrival Carnegie Mellon.

Return of the Obelisk

Shounak Bose, Staff Reporter February 5, 2016

The Case Western Reserve University Men and Women’s Track and Field team defeated Carnegie Mellon University by a score of 146-126 in the annual Battle for the Obelisk on Saturday, Jan. 30. Multiple...

The Provost’s Commission of Undergraduate Experience will be reviewing the SAGES program to determine whether it is living up to its original purpose.

Ten years after its creation, SAGES program under review

Celia Wan, Staff Reporter February 5, 2016

When English Professor Michael Clune started college as a first generation college student, he wanted to be a lawyer. However, after being exposed to various courses under his school’s distribution requirements,...

The event will bring together Harry Potter fans this weekend with a variety of Hogwarts-themed food, games and activities.

Annual Yule Ball combines dancing and magic

Lars Torres, Staff Reporter January 29, 2016

Jan. 30, a magical event lifted from the pages of the “Harry Potter” books will come to campus, courtesy of CWRUcio Quidditch: the Yule Ball. The Yule Ball, in the series, is traditionally held...

The discounts will be available during limited hours on Mondays and Thursdays, days chosen to bookend students weeks.

Discounts returning to the NRV Starbucks

Julia Bianco, Director of Web & Multimedia January 29, 2016

Discounts will be returning to the Starbucks in the Village at 115th, but only during happy hour. The discount, which will make any handcrafted espresso beverage only $2.50 with your own mug, will be available...

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