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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 Reserve Tribune covers the impending Case Institute of Technology and Western Reserve University federation, pointing to the merge resulting in a better use of resources while retaining an equal partnership.
A history of the federation, the creation of The Observer: A uniquely CWRU story
Zachary Treseler, News Editor • April 26, 2024

The last week of the semester is known amongst the Case Western Reserve University community as Legacy Week, a time to look back on the history...

CWRU students, faculty stage “die-in” in solidarity with Palestine, SJP during prospective students’ campus visit
CWRU students, faculty stage “die-in” in solidarity with Palestine, SJP during prospective students’ campus visit
Shejuti Wahed, Social Media Content Creator • April 26, 2024

Dozens of Case Western Reserve University students and faculty staged a “die-in” protest in Tinkham Veale University Center on April 19 during...

SJP faces fines from university after alleged flyer postings
SJP faces fines from university after alleged flyer postings
Darcy Chew and Zachary Treseler April 26, 2024

It’s been over a month since Case Western Reserve University's Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter was suspended by the Office...

The Reserve Tribune covers the impending Case Institute of Technology and Western Reserve University federation, pointing to the merge resulting in a better use of resources while retaining an equal partnership.
A history of the federation, the creation of The Observer: A uniquely CWRU story
Zachary Treseler, News Editor • April 26, 2024

The last week of the semester is known amongst the Case Western Reserve University community as Legacy Week, a time to look back on the history...

Graduate student Diego Maza leads the mens tennis team with multiple victories throughout the weekend against Kalamazoo College, Denison University and Carnegie Mellon University.
No. 4 men’s tennis finishes season with 10-match win streak
Darcy Chew, Copy Editor • April 26, 2024

This past weekend, Case Western Reserve University’s No. 4-ranked men’s tennis team played against three different schools including No....

Third-year pitcher Lexi Miskey leads the Spartans in a clean-sweep victory against the Brandeis Judges, earning a record-breaking 54th career win in the process.
Softball regains their groove against Brandeis
Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor • April 26, 2024

The Case Western Reserve University softball team regained their stride this past weekend. After losing to Washington University in St. Louis...

On April 14, first-year pitcher Tyler Stillson pitched five innings against Ohio Wesleyan while also batting 2-for-3 with a grand slam and 6 runs batted-in.
Baseball sweeps Kenyon and Ohio Wesleyan, falls to Denison
Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor • April 19, 2024

The Case Western Reserve University baseball team went 3-1 this past weekend after hosting Kenyon College in a doubleheader and going on the...

Sunset Kitchen brings a new kind of dining experience to University Circle
Shivangi Nanda and Zachary Treseler April 26, 2024

For many Case Western Reserve University students, Euclid Avenue is the prime destination for quick and easy meals. Home to our very own Panera...

On April 20, seven CWRU students from the Kung Fu Club had a rewarding experience at the 32nd Annual Great Lakes Kung Fu Championship.
CWRU Kung Fu Club competes at international tournament
Anna-Sung Park, Contributing Writer • April 26, 2024

Saturday, April 20, 7:15 a.m. No wise Case Western Reserve University student wants to be up that early, yet a flock of seven—myself included—was...

Spring Intersections: Showcasing student researchers
Shejuti Wahed, Social Media Content Creator • April 26, 2024

At Case Western Reserve University, undergraduate research is a cornerstone of our identity and reputation. But when we are so often immersed...

Unraveling the college first-year experience
Unraveling the college first-year experience
Katharina Staehr, Staff Writer • April 26, 2024

Ah, that first-year college experience. It’s all too familiar from the movies: dads in flannels and baseball caps carrying your brown storage...

Editorial: Dear Class of 2028
Editorial: Dear Class of 2028
Editorial Board April 26, 2024

To Case Western Reserve University’s incoming Class of 2028: You are in a remarkable position to enact change at CWRU. Let the Editorial Board...

Is the meal plan really that bad?
Salsabeel Salem, Staff Writer • April 19, 2024

Leutner Commons is a hallmark of the first-year experience at Case Western Reserve University, famed for its mixed food reviews and undeniable...

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CWRU Students Express Gratitude!
Shejuti Wahed, Video Editor • January 31, 2024

To start off the spring semester, Shejuti Wahed asks CWRU students what they're grateful for and more positive questions! Make sure to leave...

CWRU Students' Spotify Wrapped! (2023)
Shejuti Wahed, Video Editor • January 31, 2024

It's officially Spotify Wrapped/Apple Music Replay season! Join Shejuti Wahed as she asks CWRU students about their top music for 2023, ranging...

CWRU Students Finish the Lyric!
Shejuti Wahed, Video Editor • January 31, 2024

In this video, Shejuti Wahed has picked some of her favorite songs to play outloud to CWRU students and see if they can identify the next lyric!...

Medical Insurance Trivia! (ft. GELS)
Shejuti Wahed, Video Editor • January 31, 2024

In a collaboration with the Global Ethical Leaders Society (GELS), Shejuti Wahed, Grace Lee, and Helen Matia ask CWRU students questions about...