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The Cleveland Institute of Music votes to unionize, with 56 out of 84 in favor, joining the American Federation of Musicians, Local 4 union.
CIM joins American Federation of Musicians, Local 4 in faculty vote to unionize
Zachary Treseler, News Editor • December 6, 2024

At the end of September, faculty at the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) voted to unionize at The Coffee House. Passing by majority, CIM faculty...

Student leaders are failing the student body
Editorial Board December 6, 2024

Just months after the KSL Oval Gaza solidarity encampment, Case Western Reserve University’s administration issued a series of policy updates,...

President Kaler addresses students’ concerns in open Q&A
President Kaler addresses students’ concerns in open Q&A
Darcy Chew, Zachary Treseler, and Vani Subramony November 22, 2024

On Nov. 19, the Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held their annual Q&A session with President Eric...

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Starting 2025 strong
Catherine Choi, Staff Writer • December 6, 2024
Black Friday may never be the same again
Hannah Johnson, Opinion Editor • December 6, 2024
A year in review
Salsabeel Salem, Staff Writer • December 6, 2024
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The Cleveland Institute of Music votes to unionize, with 56 out of 84 in favor, joining the American Federation of Musicians, Local 4 union.
CIM joins American Federation of Musicians, Local 4 in faculty vote to unionize
Zachary Treseler, News Editor • December 6, 2024

At the end of September, faculty at the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) voted to unionize at The Coffee House. Passing by majority, CIM faculty...

President Kaler addresses students’ concerns in open Q&A
President Kaler addresses students’ concerns in open Q&A
Darcy Chew, Zachary Treseler, and Vani Subramony November 22, 2024

On Nov. 19, the Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held their annual Q&A session with President Eric...

Work-study payment delays frustrate, inconvenience student employees
Tyler Vu, Layout Designer • November 22, 2024

This semester, Case Western Reserve University students who utilize work-study paychecks to cover rent, groceries and other essential expenses...

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From "CHIHIRO" to "BIRDS OF A FEATHER," Billie Eilish captivated the audience throughout each performance of her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour, showcasing her deep connection with fans worldwide.
Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour is the greatest
Aambar Agarwal, Social Media Manager • December 6, 2024

This year has been amazing for pop music. From Charli XCX’s “Brat” to Dua Lipa’s “Radical Optimism,” Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured...

Father John Misty's inconspicuous album “Mahashmashana” is subpar compared to his previous releases that allowed for musical exploration and lyricism that rang true for a variety of audiences.
“Mahashmashana” is not my favorite Father John Misty album
Kate Gordon, Life Editor • December 6, 2024

Released Nov. 22, “Mahashmashana” is the sixth studio album by Josh Tillman under the moniker Father John Misty. Like Tillman’s previous...

Cynthia Erivo's and Ariana Grande's performances as Elphaba and Glinda were phenomenal in the new cinema adaptation of "Wicked," with their energy and vocals making the show an unforgettable watch.
“Wicked” is an astoundifying translation from stage to screen
Penelope Cloonan, Staff Writer • December 6, 2024

It seems the “Wicked” movie has been in the works for as long as I can remember. The musical first appeared on Broadway in 2003 and the movie...

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Despite their loss at the NCAA Tournament last Thursday, the CWRU volleyball team had a great season, taking pride in their tremendous growth as a team over the last few years.
Volleyball falls in first round of NCAA Tournament
Darcy Chew, Sports Editor • December 6, 2024

Despite an early two-set lead, the Case Western Reserve University volleyball team concluded their 2024 season with a tough five-set fall to...

Third-year Lauren Iagnemma (right) and fourth-year Aidan Nathan (second from right) qualified for the DIII NCAA Championship after the NCAA Great Lakes Regional, with other successful performances from (left to right) second-year Jacob Slater, first-year Donovan Crowley and third-year Ashley Novak.
Nathan and Iagnemma qualify for NCAA Championships after Great Lakes Regional
Darcy Chew, Sports Editor • November 22, 2024

November not only brings freezing winds and cascades of autumn-hued leaves, it also marks the last weeks of the season for the Case Western Reserve...

The CWRU women's soccer team confers during the NCAA tournament. The Spartans beat Skidmore College 4-3 and then lost to  Messiah University 0-1.
Women’s soccer falls with heartbreaking 89th-minute goal in NCAA second round against No. 5-ranked Messiah
Darcy Chew, Sports Editor • November 22, 2024

After a series of unideal conference matches, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team made their fifth consecutive NCAA tournament...

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