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CWRU athletic trainer dismissed after prior conviction surfaces, CWRU yet to make a public statement
CWRU athletic trainer dismissed after prior conviction surfaces, CWRU yet to make a public statement
February 20, 2026

  Feb. 20 Update: On Feb. 20, James C. Wyant Director of Athletics and Chair of Physical Education, TJ Shelton released an email informing...

Last weekend, CWRU celebrated 200 years of rich history, progress and innovation, with festivities kicking off with the Spartan basketball teams’ games against New York University.
CWRU celebrates its 200th birthday
February 13, 2026

In perfect tandem with Case Western Reserve University’s 200th birthday, the snow relented and the sun welcomed students, faculty and alumni...

Students protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Cleveland. (The Observer/Tyler Sun)
CWRU students walk out in protest of ICE’s actions
January 23, 2026

On Tuesday, Jan. 20, a group of Case Western Reserve University students organized a local “Free America Walkout” in solidarity with the...

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Editorial: Tuition is expensive
Editorial: Tuition is expensive
Editorial Board February 27, 2026
Science is political
Science is political
Lily Zhang, Copy Editor • February 27, 2026
Death by paper cut: The future without antibiotics
Death by paper cut: The future without antibiotics
Lucy Candeub, Contributing Writer • February 27, 2026
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Ohio bills plan to withhold funding for promoting DEI
Alyssa Wang, News Editor • February 27, 2026

On Feb. 12, Ohio state representative Tom Young introduced House Bill 698, also known as the S.B. 1 Compliance Supplemental Appropriation Act,...

‘Uma Musume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era’ set to premiere at CWRU
Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor • February 27, 2026

Friday, Feb. 27, the United States premiere of “Uma Musume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era” (2024) is coming to Strosacker Auditorium....

CWRU administrators share student resources at open USG GA
Darcy Chew and Hannah Johnson February 27, 2026

The Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Student Government held their Open General Assembly this past Tuesday, Feb. 24 in Thwing Atrium....

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natalie jinju’s ‘nobody cares’ deserves your attention
Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor • February 27, 2026

After the post-valentines day crush, it can be comforting to indulge in a little dramatic yearning. What better way to do so than to listen to...

‘Orchid Rodeo’ sprouts in the Cleveland Botanical Gardens
‘Orchid Rodeo’ sprouts in the Cleveland Botanical Gardens
Tyler Sun, Photo Editor • February 27, 2026

The “Orchid Rodeo” is in full swing at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. The event opened on Saturday, Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, and will...

It’s about time you watch ‘Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials’
Riya Kulkarni, Copy Editor • February 27, 2026

The Netflix miniseries “Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials” presents a story filled with suspense, humor and complexity through three one-hour...

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CWRU softball returns strong for 2026 season
Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor • February 27, 2026

After a 30-12 2025 season making it to Game Six of the NCAA regional tournament, the Case Western Reserve University softball team is back and...

The NBA bids farewell to CP3
Derick Su, Staff Writer • February 27, 2026

It is the end of an era for basketball fans. On February 13, 2026, Chris Paul—affectionately known as CP3—decided to hang up his sneakers...

Both the men’s and women’s basketball graduating members have experienced the ups and downs of their respective pro- grams.
Senior Spotlight: Three seniors, one lasting legacy for the Spartans
Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor • February 27, 2026

Unlike many teams at Case Western Reserve University that boast large senior classes, the women’s basketball team carries just three seniors—yet...

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CWRU Students Walk Out to Protest ICE
CWRU Students Walk Out to Protest ICE
Matthew Stall, Video Editor • January 29, 2026
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