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CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
March 28, 2025

Case Western Reserve University’s Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Engagement has been replaced by the newly created Office...

In response to changes to research funding enacted by the Trump administration, protests have arisen in over 30 cities, including Cleveland. At CWRU, many students and faculty members organized on Freiberger Field.
CWRU community stands up for science
March 21, 2025

On March 7, members of the Case Western Reserve University community participated in a walkout to support and defend science against threats...

Two dead geese lie in Wade Lagoon, likely victims of bird flu. CWRU students started noticing sick geese in late February, but the presence of bird flu was only confirmed in a March 6 alert.
Bird flu flies into CWRU
March 21, 2025

On March 4, the Case Western Reserve University community was greeted with an alert warning that geese around Wade Lagoon may have contracted...

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CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
Téa Tamburo, News Editor • March 28, 2025

Case Western Reserve University’s Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Engagement has been replaced by the newly created Office...

CWRU freezes staff hiring amid federal research funding cuts
Zachary Treseler, News Editor • March 28, 2025

In a Feb. 26 email, Brian Burnett, the newly appointed executive vice president and chief financial officer of Case Western Reserve University,...

A rendering of the proposed layout for the new Cleveland Browns stadium showcases a modern design aimed at enhancing the fan experience and revitalizing the city's waterfront.
Browns break away: Brook Park Stadium plans face resistance from Cleveland leaders
Vani Subramony, News Editor • March 28, 2025

On March 18, Haslam Sports Group (HSG) announced their plans for a new Cleveland Browns stadium with a letter from Chief Operating Officer of...

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Indie rock band Yo La Tengo performed a 22-song set—intentionally excluding their biggest hits—in Cleveland's Waterloo Arts District.
Yo La Tengo gives an unconventional performance at Beachland Ballroom
Kate Gordon, Life Editor • March 28, 2025

Last Monday, March 24, indie rock band Yo La Tengo took to the stage at Beachland Ballroom in Cleveland’s Waterloo Arts District. Composed...

CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
CWRU replaces DEI office with Office of Campus Enrichment and Engagement amid federal pressure on equity programs
Téa Tamburo, News Editor • March 28, 2025

Case Western Reserve University’s Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Engagement has been replaced by the newly created Office...

Indie pop band Japanese Breakfast explores nostalgia through frontwoman Michelle Zauner's lyricism and unique instrument choice in "For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)."
Japanese Breakfast explores nostalgia and introspection with their latest release
Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer • March 28, 2025

This past Friday, March 21, Japanese Breakfast released their fourth studio album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women).” Japanese...

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Fourth-year Peter Meng powers through the 1650-meter freestyle at the NCAA National Championship. With four All-America honors in his career, he holds the most of any CWRU men's swimming and diving athlete since 2002.
Swimming and diving earn numerous All-America honors at NCAA Championships
Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer • March 28, 2025

Over the course of four days this past week, the Case Western Reserve University swimming and diving teams competed in the 2025 NCAA Championships....

Letter to my younger self: Reflections of a CWRU student athlete
Maggie Storti, Contributing Writer • March 28, 2025

Dear younger me, Right now you may be wondering why everything is happening the way it is right now. I know it has caused confusion, anger,...

Fourth-year catcher Katelyn Lamm bats three hits across CWRU's three games with WashU, contributing to their 4-1 victory in the second game.
Softball starts conference play 1-2 against No. 25-ranked WashU Bears
Ellie Palaian, Copy Editor • March 28, 2025

On March 21 and 22, the No. 8-ranked Case Western Reserve University softball team took on No. 25-ranked Washington University in St. Louis in...

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