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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

[1st Place] Legacy of resilience: How my ancestors inspire a greener tomorrow

Alessandro d’Amico, Contributing Writer November 1, 2024

I often think of how my great-great-grandmother Maria must have felt trying on shoes for the first time at age eleven. I think of how her daughter Rina must have felt when her husband abandoned her shortly...

[2nd Place] A call to action: Why we must fight for our future

Amanda Setiawan, Contributing Writer November 1, 2024

In a world where death feels imminent and climate change stands tall, I still hold hope for a future where we can overcome environmental malpractices through collective efforts and tangible results. My...

[3rd Place] Living consciously: How everyday choices can help our planet

Michelle Orioha, Contributing Writer November 1, 2024

The majority of time that the damage of climate change is talked about, it is to call attention to the negative impact it will have on the human race. While it makes sense that the preservation of our...

[1st Place] Resilience, renewal and the power of nature: No disaster too big

Alexandra Pérez-Robles, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

When I was eight years old, my brother and I planted two rainbow eucalyptus trees in our hillside backyard. My dad said he wanted the seeds to grow alongside us, getting taller by the year just as we would....

[2nd place] One Earth, infinite memories: The urgency of preservation

Marina Kamperai, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

In the vast expanse of the universe, amid countless stars and galaxies, lies Earth. Not just a mere planet, but a living testament to the miracles of nature, a crucible of life and a sanctuary of unimaginable...

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