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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

Among Jeffrey Epstein’s network of prominent scientists was
theoretical physicist and anti-theist Lawrence Krauss, a former professor at CWRU. In addition to financial support for
his research, Krauss corresponded with Epstein for advice
responding to sexual harassment allegations.

Former CWRU professor Krauss appears in Epstein files

Darcy Chew, Executive Editor November 21, 2025

On Nov. 12, the U.S. House Oversight Committee released more than 20,000 documents in connection to the investigation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The files show the extent of the financier’s...

The Undergraduate Student Government held their 3rd annual Q&A session with President Eric Kaler, allowing students to communicate concerns directly to members of CWRU’s administration.

USG Holds Q&A with President Kaler

Lucas Yang and Darcy Chew November 14, 2025

On Nov. 11, the Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Student Government (USG) hosted their annual Q&A session with President Eric Kaler. Held in Eldred 203, 48 people attended the event. The...

Following the reduction of SNAP, Ohioans are working together to fight food insecurity.

In the absence of SNAP, Ohioans come together

Moses Fleischman and Tyler Sun November 7, 2025

On Nov. 1, no federal food assistance programs were distributed to Americans. The means to fund for the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program...

EDITORIAL: Government shutdown threatens SNAP

EDITORIAL: Government shutdown threatens SNAP

Editorial Board October 31, 2025

Halloween is here. For some, it is a well-loved and celebrated holiday, filled with innocent tricks or treats. But the unstable state of the country during the government shutdown is hard to ignore. If...

Professor in Department of Population and Quantitative Health Catherine Stein appointed to CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Catherine Stein is appointed to RFK Jr.’s vaccine board

Alyssa Wang, News Editor October 24, 2025

On Sept. 15, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially appointed five new members of the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization...

Penny for your thoughts: read banned books

Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor October 3, 2025

Trigger warning: brief discussion of sexual abuse and suicide.   Next week, Oct. 5 through 11, is Banned Books Week. For the uninitiated, a book is challenged when a concern is brought up by...

CWRU receives failing grade in national free speech ranking

Noah Paniagua, Contributing Writer September 26, 2025

Case Western Reserve University is among six Ohio institutions that received a failing grade on the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression’s 2026 College Free Speech Rankings. With a score of...

By achieving a tie with No. 3-ranked Christopher Newport University, the Spartans's undefeated non-conference streak remains alive after seven years.

Women’s soccer remains undefeated after matchup with No. 3-ranked Christopher Newport

Darcy Chew, Executive Editor September 19, 2025

This past weekend, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team solidified their spot as a top 10 nationally ranked Division III team with their draw with No. 3-ranked Christopher Newport...

USG President Zelene Desire highlights the need for student voices

USG President Zelene Desire highlights the need for student voices

Darcy Chew, Executive Editor September 12, 2025

Following last year’s uncontested race for Case Western Reserve University’s Undergraduate Student Government president, fourth-year Zelene Desire takes the helm of one of the university’s largest...

CWRU's women's soccer team dominated their games with John Carroll University (6-0), Grove City College (6-0), and Heidelberg University (1-0), continuing an undefeated 5-0 streak of non-conference games.

Women’s soccer continues domination with three consecutive shutout wins

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor September 12, 2025

Over this past week, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team continued their domination on the field as they defeated a trio of opponents on the road: John Carroll University (6-0), Grove...

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