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Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer
Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

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The CWRU campus was covered in snow after the Sunday snowstorm, and the university failed to clear snow from most walkways before Monday morning.

[Photo] CWRU blown away by winter storm

Elie Aoun, Director of Print
February 21, 2025
CIM students and faculty continue to face the aftermath of former Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar's impending lawsuit. Amidst administrative tension and pay cuts to compensate for a tuition deficit, CIM students are experiencing educational disruptions, while faculty members petition for union representation.

[Photo] CIM faculty vote on unionization, Kalmar sues in county court

Zachary Treseler, News Editor
September 13, 2024
The Spartans' women's soccer team played their best game in two seasons with a 5-0 win against Kenyon last Friday.

[Photo] Cross country starts season with first-place finishes at Sudeck Invitational

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor
September 6, 2024
The Chester Avenue Rite Aid is set to close next month, inconveniencing many CWRU students who frequented the store for its pharmacy and general healthcare services.

[Photo] Chester Avenue Rite Aid to close at the end of September

Zachary Treseler, News Editor
August 30, 2024
Mount Granita, a local Italian ice shop, is re-opening its doors this summer, offering $1 junior scoops on opening day. The business was started during COVID-19 by two spontaneous college students eager to share their love for the frozen dessert.

[Photo] Beloved Italian ice shop Mount Granita returning for the summer on May 1

Shejuti Wahed, Social Media Content Creator
April 26, 2024
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[Photo] CWRU students, faculty stage “die-in” in solidarity with Palestine, SJP during prospective students’ campus visit

Shejuti Wahed, Social Media Content Creator
April 26, 2024
Executive Editor Shivangi Nanda eclipses Director of Design Auden Koetters. Make sure you wear protective glasses when viewing the eclipse on April 8!

[Photo] Total eclipse 2024: How to watch it around Cleveland, CWRU

Shivangi Nanda and Zachary Treseler
April 5, 2024
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[Photo] President Kaler addresses SJP’s interim suspension, student involvement, future goals in open USG meeting

Téa Tamburo, News Editor
March 29, 2024
With the addition of the new SRV buildings due to open in the upcoming fall semester, students have access to many more on-campus housing options with the housing application opening later this week.

[Photo] Outside Cleveland City Hall, pro-Palestine activists protest ceasefire remarks

Anisha Dasari, Contributing Writer
February 16, 2024
The newly-opened Fairfax Market, located on E. 105th Street, offers an abundance of grocery selections for surrounding communities, including CWRU students.

[Photo] Fairfax Market opens near Cleveland Clinic

Darcy Chew, Copy Editor
January 26, 2024
The decision to open a Planet Fitness facility where the campus bookstore and Dunkin' Donuts once stood has generally been received poorly by students.

[Photo] Planet Fitness opens in Uptown, CWRU students react

Shreyas Banerjee, Executive Editor
February 10, 2023
Alt-rock band DYLYN takes over Cleveland's Grog Shop with their '60s and '90s inspired music.

[Photo] A deepdive with DYLYN: Discussing inspiration,The Sixty90s and the future

Joey Gonzalez, Life Editor
October 28, 2022
The RTA is a vital service for CWRU students and faculty as well as an important tool for fighting poverty by bringing economic activity to an underserved community.

[Photo] Inside the RTA: Cleveland’s public transit

Milo Vetter and Jarod Lau
October 28, 2022
In light of news of Lou Stark's retirement, the CWRU community celebrates his work as an educator, leader and friend for students and faculty on campus.

[Photo] VP Lou Stark leaves a legacy of service as he retires

Grace Johnson, News Editor
October 14, 2022
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