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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

When Uptown fails to excite, dont forget that downtown is just a short train ride away.

If not feeling Uptown, don’t rule out downtown

Kushagra Gupta, Opinion Editor July 30, 2015

Euclid Avenue’s Uptown has never been as vibrant as it will be this fall. In my two years at Case Western Reserve University, I have often found myself trapped when choosing what to eat for dinner, debating...

“Bachelorette” Kaitlyn Bristowe and host Chris Harrison discussed cyberbullying on the show’s “Men Tell All” segment on 20.

“The Bachelorette” has a rare moment of honesty on cyberbullying

Julia Bianco, Director of Web and Multimedia July 25, 2015

Kaitlyn Bristowe sits on a couch in a black sparkly dress, talking to a spray-tanned Chris Harrison for what feels like the thousandth iteration of “The Bachelorette” franchise’s Men Tell All special....

On the toilet: unwelcome, automatic splashes are just that

Heather O'Keefe July 24, 2015

If there is one thing I cannot stand it is hypersensitive, hyperactive automatic toilets. Some toilets are activated by the slightest tiptoe of a neutrino: they go off when you open the door, sit down,...

To continue reading: touch paper and slide into your place

To continue reading: touch paper and slide into your place

Sarah Jawhari July 21, 2015

I entered my graduate program eagerly anticipating a stack of new books. The prospect of the program was nerve-wracking, and I anxiously wondered how much my hand skills would serve me in the lab and clinic....

On Independence Day, were you Team USA?

Heather O'Keefe July 9, 2015

Last weekend was a great time to be American. Following a festive Saturday celebrating the 239th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Team USA surged to a historic third World...

FDA cuts the fat

Sarah Jawhari, Staff Reporter June 30, 2015

Heart disease has reigned as the leading cause of death in the United States for over 60 years. Chronic destruction and blockage of coronary arteries have devastating effects, often leaving the heart beyond...

Soccer’s grass ceiling

Heather O'Keefe June 23, 2015

The 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup is in full force. Beginning June 6, two weeks of exciting group play have come and gone with 16 of the 24 teams earning a spot in the round. The number of teams in the...

Quicken Loans Arena hosted the Cavs vs. Warriors game on June 16.

The Cavaliers and Cleveland pride

Abby Assmus June 18, 2015

Cleveland sports are often referred to as a joke, mainly because of the lack of national championships our three major league teams have. The Cleveland Browns are constantly changing coaches and quarterbacks...

Is it the summer you wanted?

Zak Khan June 17, 2015

Is it the summer you wanted? Is this that summer? The one that you are going to all the events you swore you would? Does that matter? I often find myself asking whether it was that summer as it ends....

Where is the grass greener?

Heather O'Keefe June 9, 2015

I’ve taken my talents to Wisconsin for the summer. The draw of in-state tuition and a state school experience has led me to the University of Wisconsin–Madison. For those of you who worship The Ohio...

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