Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

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 USG Vice President of finance, Colin Williams, speaks at a recent
meeting of the undergraduate student government.

New funding system to make money accessible throughout the semester

Noora Somersalo, Student Affairs Reporter February 15, 2013

As the semester approaches its midpoint, many student organizations at Case Western Reserve University have to finalize their plans for events they will hold during the next few months. Along with planning,...

On the Beat

February 15, 2013

February can be a tough month, especially when temperatures seem to constantly whipsaw between subtropical and Artic freeze, ensuring a steady spread of respiratory illness to keep University Health Services...

Police Blotter: Feb. 5 to Feb. 12, 2013

February 15, 2013

2/5 — Theft from motor vehicle: Auto entered and items taken between 1/27 & 2/5 2/8 — Theft: Purse taken from unsecured office, Dental School 2/9 — Theft:Cell phone taken, Denny’s Diner. 2/11...

Inside Christ the Redeemer A.M.E. Church is a set-up that models many
churches, but two CWRU students are looking to renovate the exterior
of the crumbling church.

Once crumbling, local church undergoes rescue by CWRU fraternity brothers

Suneil Kamath and Tanvi Parmar February 15, 2013

Built in 1904, the Christ our Redeemer A.M.E. Church was a beautiful building in Cleveland Heights, nestled on Superior Avenue. Recognized by the Cleveland Historical Society as a Historical Landmark in...

Springfest committee announces battle of band line-up

Bryden Spevak, Senior News reporter February 15, 2013

Case Western Reserve University is brimming with more than just intellectual talent. Every year at springtime, the artists among us come out of the woodwork to show us their stuff. Springfest is here again,...

Last week, a report stated that members of the Bush family had been
hacked online and gained access to personal messages and photographs.

Outside the Circle

Sarah Groft, National News Reporter February 15, 2013

Boy Scouts reconsider banning openly gay individuals from participating in organization  Last summer, the Boy Scouts of America passed a policy that prevented openly gay individuals from participating...

Springfest committee announces battle of band line-up

Bryden Spevak, Senior News Reporter February 15, 2013

Case Western Reserve University is brimming with more than just intellectual talent. Every year at springtime, the artists among us come out of the woodwork to show us their stuff. Springfest is here again,...

Students sound-off on new Tinkham Veale University Center

Students sound-off on new Tinkham Veale University Center

Brian Sherman, Campus Events Reporter February 8, 2013

The patch of land behind Thwing Center has seemingly changed overnight from a grassy plot to a building foundation to a building framework.  The new Tinkham Veale University Center is well on its way...

CWRU cracks Peace Corps’ top 20 list of volunteer-producing universities

CWRU cracks Peace Corps’ top 20 list of volunteer-producing universities

Bryden Spevak, Staff Reporter February 8, 2013

In the middle of the night of Oct. 14, 1960, soon-to-be-President John F. Kennedy stepped up to the podium at the University of Michigan student union. He was visibly worn from a long day on the campaign...

Changes on horizon for second-year housing

Changes on horizon for second-year housing

Victoria Robinson, Student Affairs Reporter February 8, 2013

As the time to select next year’s living spaces slowly approaches, students are pondering the question: where will I live next year?  In order to help ease the stress of the housing process, the Residence...

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