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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

UHCS holds events for CWRU students promoting well-being

Zachary Treseler, Staff Writer February 24, 2023

Over the next few months, University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) at Case Western Reserve University will be running various events to foster greater student self-care, and to provide necessary...

Standing in front of Adelbert Hall, members from the Student Sustainability Council and Sunrise CWRU work together to push for greater administrative efforts in this fight against climate change.

“Talk is cheap”: Students call out university’s poor response to climate action

Grace Johnson, News Editor February 24, 2023

Last week, on Feb. 13, students from the Case Western Reserve University Student Sustainability Council (SSC) and Sunrise CWRU organizations released a statement calling into question the efficacy of the...

Opening Feb. 20, the redesigned Eldred Hall is a space for students and student organizations to grow in their academic and creative pursuits.

Eldred Hall reopens as new student space on the Quad

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor February 17, 2023

As the student population increases at Case Western Reserve University, the need for more study and programming spaces also increases. Until recently, there has also been a lack of non-academic spaces...

Taking his new position as VP for research and technology management by the reins, Michael Oakes is working to help CWRUs researchers.

Delving into the future of research at CWRU with VP Michael Oakes

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor February 17, 2023

Case Western Reserve University is not just a university: it is a research university, and a good one at that. CWRU’s central mission is not just to instruct students but also to produce knowledge so...

A biannual update, in accordance with Collin’s Law and anti-hazing modules

Cameron Ward, Staff Writer February 17, 2023

Students returning to Case Western Reserve University last academic year were greeted with a new anti-hazing requirement in the form of a module. This new requirement came in response to the deaths of...

Biology faculty preemptively covered their expensive lab equipment with tarps in case of structural failure.

Biology labs flood during winter freeze

Nihal Manjila, Staff Writer February 10, 2023

Multiple laboratory spaces and offices in DeGrace Hall, home to the biology department, flooded on Dec. 25, 2022. The flooding was caused by multiple pipes bursting due to the temperature dropping to well...

Newly sworn-in K-9 officer Spartie poses next to his handler, Officer Jimiyu Edwards of the Case Western Reserve Police Department.

Spartie the dog joins the ranks of CWRU PD

Cameron Ward, Staff Writer February 10, 2023

In an effort to increase security and comfort on the Case Western Reserve University campus, the Division of Public Safety decided to hire a new officer. But don’t let his furry face deceive you—Spartie,...

The 50th anniversary of Title IX, which protects people from sex-based discrimination in educational programs and activities, was celebrated at CWRU on Feb. 3.

Celebrating 50 years of Title IX at CWRU

Grace Johnson, News Editor February 10, 2023

Case Western Reserve University Department of Physical Education and Athletics celebrated the 50-year anniversary of Title IX on Friday, Feb. 3. Title IX has had far-reaching effects on various institutions...

A Valentine’s Day treat: Sex Fest

Zachary Treseler, Staff Writer February 10, 2023

Case Western Reserve University constantly features a smorgasbord of great events that take place on the weekends. This Valentine’s Day weekend is no exception with the much anticipated Sex Fest happening...

The Career Fairs held by the office of Post-Graduate Planning and Experiential Education are an opportunity for students to connect with employers and graduate school representatives.

Insight into the Office for Post-Graduate Planning and Experiential Education

Zachary Treseler, Staff Writer February 3, 2023

The start of the spring semester not only presents new classes and clubs to join, but also internships to stress about. Thankfully for Case Western Reserve University students, nestled on the second floor...

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