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Christie Lanfear

Christie Lanfear, Life Editor

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The talents of Jimmy O. Yang, Nate Nagvajara and Peet Guercio (left to right) made UPBs Spring Comedian event a success.

Jimmy O. Yang kills it as UPB’s Spring Comedian

April 15, 2022
CWRU students run amongst the clouds of vibrant colors at Holi, enjoying the traditional Hindu welcome of spring.

Holi 2022 brought smiles and joy

April 8, 2022
Looking to make your next year housing plans complete with a pet? Check out this guide to finding the animal that works for you!

Choosing the perfect pet to keep you company at school

April 1, 2022

The ultimate karaoke playlist

March 25, 2022

Is de-stressing during and after exams impossible? I think not.

March 18, 2022
While the blue and gold stripes like at the Student Advocacy Wall (pictured) popping up across campus are a good start, students can do more to support Ukraine by engaging with aid organizations.

Student guide to helping those affected by the Russia-Ukraine War

March 18, 2022
The Alex Theater, located in downtown Cleveland, will be showcasing 150 short films in the annual Short. Sweet. Film Festival from Feb. 23-27

The Short. Sweet. Film Fest. is back

February 25, 2022
Case Mens Glee Club brought comic relief and the spirit of romance to classrooms across campus on Valentines Day, including Strosacker Hall (pictured above).

Singing Valentines: embarrassing or romantic (or both)?

February 18, 2022
Take advantage of the two fitness centers on CWRUs campus this winter.

Is going to the gym worth sacrificing homework time?

February 11, 2022
Tune out Valentines Day blues with Elvis Presleys Heartbreak Hotel and other songs on this weeks playlist.

The unspoken side of Valentine’s Day

February 4, 2022
We weigh the pros and cons of in-person vs. online classes so you dont have to.

In-person vs. online classes: which are better?

February 4, 2022
Cleveland offers a variety of exciting snow-centered activities such as ice skating, snowshoeing and sledding.

Your Cleveland winter fun survival kit

January 28, 2022
Emmy Melis I AM WOMAN is one of the many songs that will get you through your study sessions.

Holding on to motivation

January 21, 2022
Rob Morgan, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, Cate Blanchett, Tyler Perry, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence (clockwise from left) are part of the star-studded cast of Dont Look Up, Netflixs newest hit

“Don’t Look Up” is setting records, but does it live up to the hype?

January 14, 2022
An Evening with Silk Sonic is the debut album of new band Silk Sonic, made up of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak.

“An Evening with Silk Sonic” is an evening well spent

November 19, 2021
Take a break from campus dining and explore the diverse cuisine that surrounds CWRU

Where to find the best places to eat around CWRU

November 5, 2021

“Sex Education” Season 3: filled with sex or filled with meaning?

October 22, 2021

This week’s potion of emotions

October 8, 2021
Billie Eilishs new album shines light on the artists metamorphosis of her own mental health and self-imagery.

“Happier Than Ever” is Billie Eilish’s celebration of an escape from darkness

September 24, 2021
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