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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

After serving for three years as CWRUs dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Joy K. Ward assumed the position of provost and executive vice president at the start of the new semester.

National search appoints Joy K. Ward as the new provost and executive vice president

Shivangi Nanda, Executive Editor February 2, 2024

The provost and executive vice president serves as the chief academic officer of Case Western Reserve University, providing leadership to promote the academic goals of the university. They also spearhead...

Integrated bachelor’s/master’s program returns after hiatus

Integrated bachelor’s/master’s program returns after hiatus

Zachary Treseler, News Editor January 26, 2024

Case Western Reserve University’s combined bachelor’s/master’s programs are open for admission, after the Faculty Senate voted to create a new combined program last semester. This comes after the...

Editorial: How to get back on track in the new year

Editorial: How to get back on track in the new year

Editorial Board January 19, 2024

The new year is here and we’ve all returned to Case Western Reserve University, our home away from home—flights have finally arrived in Cleveland, winter clothes have been unpacked and classes have...

During the CWRU mens basketball teams 94-76 win against NYU, graduate student guard Anthony Mazzeo led the team with 27 points.

Men’s basketball starts UAA play 2-1, earns program-record No. 2 ranking

Marvin Lee, Staff Writer January 19, 2024

The Case Western Reserve University men’s basketball team has been very busy since students left for the holidays, playing eight games and going 7-1, highlighted by a win over then No. 4 State University...

SAGES department to offer more USNA courses following shortage

SAGES department to offer more USNA courses following shortage

Zachary Treseler, News Editor December 8, 2023

When the Class of 2021 went to register for courses for next semester, they saw an all too horrifying sight: The Think About The Natural World (USNA) classes were nearly filled. Within the snap of a finger,...

During the CWRU mens baskball game against Kalamazoo College, graduate student forward Colin Kahl surpassed the 1,000-point mark of his basketball career.

No. 8 men’s basketball improves to 6-0, Kahl reaches the 1,000-point mark

Marvin Lee, Staff Writer December 8, 2023

The Case Western Reserve University men’s basketball team hosted two non-conference opponents last week, Capital University on Wednesday Nov. 29 and Kalamazoo College on Saturday Dec. 2. CWRU put up...

Just when you thought CWRU academics were challenging, trying to find a functional washing machine is even worse. Students across campus are met with out of order signs and visibly broken machines, leaving them with piles of unwashed clothes and unnecessarily added stress.

A spin cycle of emotions: Students express challenges using on-campus laundry facilities

Zachary Treseler, News Editor December 1, 2023

Starting in 2010, Case Western Reserve University has provided laundry rooms to students free of charge. However, these machines are frequently subject to malfunction and interoperability for weeks on...

The CWRU womens basketball team starts their season strong with a 69-49 win against Waynesburg University.

Women’s basketball opens season 1-1

Paola Van der Linden Costello, Staff Writer November 17, 2023

The Case Western Reserve University women’s basketball team started their non-conference play with a 69-49 win on the road over Waynesburg University on Nov. 11 followed by a 45-73 loss against Marietta...

CWRU destigmatizes food insecurity during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week

CWRU destigmatizes food insecurity during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week

Zachary Treseler, News Editor November 17, 2023

This past week, various departments at Case Western Reserve University commemorated Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. These events shed light on the resources CWRU offers to students and how community...

CWRU community walks out on university’s Israel-Hamas war response

CWRU community walks out on university’s Israel-Hamas war response

Téa Tamburo, News Editor November 10, 2023

Hundreds of Case Western Reserve University community members walked out of their classes on Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. to protest President Eric Kaler’s response to the Israel-Hamas war. Carrying flags, posters...

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