New CDC guidelines and their effects on cleaning staff
Hoai Phuong Nguyen, Contributing Reporter
September 19, 2020
With COVID-19 flipping our world upside down, students at Case Western Reserve University and all over the country aren’t getting the experiences they expected from the term “college life.” However, it’s not only students, but also staff working on campus who are asked to adapt to new, unconv...
Two CWRU undergraduates discuss their experience with COVID-19
Nihal Manjila, Staff Reporter
September 18, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic reached the U.S. around eight months ago and has since infected hundreds of thousands of people. Two Case Western Reserve University students were among those infected, though they have now recovered. They experienced the disease’s lesser symptoms earlier on in the pandemic—on...
Students unhappy with the nutritious value of the meal plan take action
Veronica Madell, Staff Reporter
September 18, 2020
Third-year English major Jessica Bumgarner, like many other Case Western Reserve University students, gets lunch from Leutner Commons every day. With dining options limited this semester, there aren’t many other options available for students on the school meal plan. So Monday through Friday, Bumga...
During pandemic times, nursing students face new and unexpected difficulties
Kevin Pataroque and Dylan Jewell
September 18, 2020
In an attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19 across the university, three weeks before the start of the fall semester, a blanket email stated that all students who were not first years, fourth years, transfer students or nursing students would not be permitted to live on campus. The university...
During pandemic, science advances
Kevin Pataroque, Contributing Reporter
September 11, 2020
When Case Western Reserve University decided to transition to remote classes in March, students worried about how COVID-19 would affect their professional development. In the weeks after, co-ops were withdrawn and internships were forced to transition to remote spaces. Those who could still work duri...
Dave’s Cosmic Subs and Jolly Scholar are open for business
Chris Heermann, Photo Editor
September 11, 2020
Two of the most popular dining spots on campus, Dave’s Cosmic Subs (Dave’s) and The Jolly Scholar Brewing Company (Jolly) have both recently reopened. While both market themselves as dining establishments, the two are well known as Thursday night hotspots for students looking to let loose after a we...
Student experiences in quarantine differ across and off campus
Veronica Madell, Staff Reporter
September 4, 2020
2020 is the year that just keeps on giving, as many students find themselves back on campus only to end up in quarantine. However, this quarantine looks different for a lot of students, depending on whether they are in on-campus, Greek Life or off-campus housing. Each of these situations comes with ...
Instagram page uncovers world of sexual misconduct at CWRU
Collin Wong, Web and Social Media Editor
August 28, 2020
“@cwru.survivors” is an Instagram page dedicated to sharing stories of sexual misconduct at Case Western Reserve University. Since its first post on July 4, the account has posted over 400 stories. Those who want to share their story fill out an anonymous Google Form linked in the bio of the accoun...
Q&A about new economics concentration
Nathan Lesch, Executive Editor
August 21, 2020
Starting this semester, Case Western Reserve University’s Economics Department will offer a new concentration, Quantitative Methods, in its undergraduate degree program. The concentration is unique because of its STEM-designation; meaning that it teaches skills the U.S. government deems relevant to th...
“Know Your Neighbors” campaign seeks to address division between students and community
Jothsna Sabbasani, Contributing Reporter
August 21, 2020
Case Western Reserve University's students have always been focused on their engagement within the campus-community. However, some students now feel that it is time for change. Recent alums and undergraduate students at CWRU came together this summer to develop a community-wide effort called ...
