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CWRU reacts to changes in immigration policy, ICE raids in Cleveland

Vani Subramony News Editor

Over the past month, the Trump administration has implemented several policies that target undocumented immigrants. One such policy, issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, “rescinded protections for ‘sensitive areas,’ like churches, hospitals, schools and college campuses, where immigration enforcement actions previously couldn’t take place.”

In an email to the Case Western Reserve University community on Feb. 5, CWRU President Eric Kaler acknowledged the effects of these policies on members of the university while noting that the university “will navigate these times and stay true to our values while also complying with the law.” The email provided links to several resources for international students, regardless of immigration status, including the VISA Office and University Counseling Services.

Kaler advised that if met with an outside agency requesting personal information, students, faculty and staff should direct them to CWRU Public Safety or the CWRU Office of General Counsel. Additionally, Kaler said that the university will abide by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). He wrote, “The university will not release student data to anyone without a judicial subpoena.”

On Feb. 5, La Alianza—a student organization that serves Latinx and Hispanic students—shared a statement on Instagram condemning national immigration raids and expressing a dedication to providing a safe space for international students and families affected by the Trump

Several protests and raids have taken place in Cleveland this past month against the Trump administration’s new policies targeting undocumented immigrants. Sean Argyle/The Observer

administration’s policies.

“We know that the policies being carried out by the Trump administration are solely harmful, not only towards the countless families that are being torn apart, or hard working people that have worked against odds to establish themselves in the US, but also towards the US economy; something that is supposedly important to the president,” La Alianza said. They also expressed a desire for more explicit protections from the university administration. “It is disappointing for the admin to keep using ‘comply with the law’ as a scapegoat to avoid doing more for students,” they said. “We would hope that undocumented students would be supported by the campus administration by providing them protections, as they are students seeking an education.”

Speaking directly to students affected by national policy changes under the Trump administration, La

Alianza’s executive board emphasized the importance of relying on student organizations, friends and loved ones. “With recent national policies that go beyond immigration status that attack a person’s identity such as anti-trans rulings, having these occur while also maintaining a healthy college lifestyle is difficult,” they said. “With these identities under scrutiny by the Trump administration, we want to cultivate a space you feel comfortable to talk to and have a place where you do not feel like a target, but just to be a student again.”

La Alianza is planning to hold an informational session on policy changes for members of the Cleveland community in collaboration with Cleveland State University, Kent State University and The University of Akron. Additionally, La Alianza will provide a folder of resources for international students through their mailing list. La Alian-

za’s executive board also noted their commitment to promoting campus resources like CWRU’s BIPOC+ Support Space and other student organizations with social justice initiatives.

Another CWRU student, who requested to remain anonymous, conveyed her support for the undocumented community: “You are accepted, valued and loved. As long as you hold hope for change, whether or not you can act on it, that hope is already stronger than their fear.” She also expressed her frustration with how university administration has handled communication and support for undocumented students on campus. “The fact that the university took so long to say something about the ICE raids considering they are happening in this city, is concerning,” she said. “I am honestly unsure of the support the university offers, or if it offers any, I can only hope that the undocumented students on campus are aware.”

Echoing these CWRU students, Cleveland City Council expressed “opposition to the inhumane separation of working families in [the] region.” In a statement published on Feb. 5, they wrote that “Cleveland City Council is committed to ensuring Cleveland’s residents, visitors, and businesses enjoy safety, freedom, and resources to improve their economic status. The recent, deliberate targeting of Latino residents nationwide—and in our region—is a direct threat to these goals.” The statement also provided several resources for citizens and noncitizens, including Ohio ACLU ‘Know Your Rights’ information and the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland’s Detained Immigrant Intake Line.

Disappointing students one General Assembly at a time: USG needs a reform

Editorial Board

The mission of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) is to serve as a representative voice in university affairs, advocating for the student body by addressing relevant topics, engaging students and enacting change. However, in recent years—and amidst many major disruptions on campus and in the nation—USG has fallen short of this mission. If the organization is to truly fulfill its purpose, it must undergo a complete transformation— one that prioritizes student voices and restores its role as a force for positive action on campus.

While USG is not obligated to be a perfect organization, the most recent administrations have not met the organization’s former capabil-

ity. In March 2020, as Case Western Reserve Uni versity closed its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic, USG was instru mental in cre ating and man aging the Stu dent Activ ities Fee CO VID-19 Emergency Fund, over $350,000 in donations from various clubs on campus. In 2021, USG helped create the Physical

fully lobbied for the use of three meal swipes per week in locations such as Tinkham Veale University Center, and in the 1990s, USG opposed the creation of plus/minus grading—an effort that still reflects on students’ transcripts. Despite its storied history, today, students have come to expect the bare minimum from USG— a governmental structure in name

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“Victorious” star Leon Thomas gives a stellar performance at UPB’s most recent concert

Esha Bagora Social Media Editor

On Saturday, Feb. 8, the University Program Board (UPB) hosted an unforgettable concert featuring DJ Shaughn and Leon Thomas III. In the Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Grand Ballroom located in the Tinkham Veale University Center, hundreds of Case Western Reserve University students arrived to dance the night away. The headliner, Leon Thomas III, first gained popularity for being an actor on the hit TV show “Victorious” but has since broken out of the child actor mold to become an influential singer/songwriter. At CWRU, Thomas performed his second studio album, “Mutt.”

“Mutt,” known for its blend of R&B, neo soul and introspective lyrics, is

a deeply personal project that delves into themes of self-discovery, identity and emotional complexity. As he performed various songs from the album, Thomas transported the crowd into the world of his raw, unfiltered emotions. Popular songs, such as “Mutt”, which touch on the struggle of embracing one’s true self in a conformitydemanding world, stood out because of their haunting melodies and powerful lyrics. Thomas’ vocal delivery on these tracks was extraordinary, as he effortlessly shifted between the smooth verses and high-reaching choruses. His ability to infuse each note with emotion added an additional layer of feeling to the songs, as if he were sharing personal diary entries with the crowd. Thomas’ vocal performance was nothing short of mesmerizing, with each note showcasing the depth and power of his voice. The

minimalistic yet soulful background instruments/tracks only elevated his voice and allowed his lyrics to be the focal point of the set. The performance of “Mutt” was a testament to Thomas’ growth as an artist, showcasing his ability to connect deeply with listeners through his songwriting and powerful live presence. As he sang, the audience hung onto every word, screaming and singing along, which intimately connected him to the crowd. His ability to use music as a compelling tool for expression strengthened the overall vocal performance.

Before Thomas took the stage, the audience was treated to an energetic set by opening act DJ Shaughn. Known for his eclectic mix of genres and high energy, he set the tone for the night with an electrifying blend of R&B, hip-hop and pop hits. His seamless transitions kept the crowd mov-

ing, building anticipation for Thomas’ performance. DJ Shaughn’s infectious enthusiasm and creative mixes had everyone dancing along from the first beat, setting up a lively and exciting atmosphere for Thomas. DJ Shaughn’s ability to maintain the crowd’s attention with smooth transitions and unexpected drops made it clear that he was more than just an opener; he was one of the highlights of the night. Many students expressed how much they enjoyed having the opportunity to see such a talented artist perform live. “Honestly, it was a lot of fun being able to go and see such a unique concert so close by,” said firstyear student Tara Kodukula. “It was really great being able to vibe with everyone, and it felt like we were all on the same wavelength. The experience was really special, and the music brought everyone together.”

What to do this Valentine’s Day week(end)

Event: Chamber Music in the

Atrium: Love is in the Air

Date: 2/14

Price: Free Come watch classical musicians from the Cleveland Institute of Music and Musical Upcoming Stars in the Classics perform this Friday in the atrium of the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA). They will be playing a selection of chamber music celebrating love, from sonatas to waltzes, with a dance accompaniment from the Ohio Contemporary Ballet. If you love classical music or dance, or want to love classical music and dance, this event will surely be of interest to you. A second Valentine’s Day concert will also be occurring at the CMA right afterward, and a third will overlap both at the Maltz Performing Arts Center up the road.

Event: Melancholy Play

Date: 2/14

Price: Free

Join Players’ Theatre Group at El-

dred Hall this Friday to watch a play directed and performed entirely by your peers. The premise is odd but intriguing: Perpetually depressed Tilly inexplicably becomes happy and must save her now-melancholy hairdresser, Frances, who has turned into an almond. If anything, with a plot like that you’re guaranteed not to be bored, and to get to explore a far weirder side of Valentine’s Day than most.

Event: Club 90’s Presents Justin Bieber Night

Date: 2/14

Price: From $13

Join Club 90s’ traveling dance party at the House of Blues and dance the night away to hits from 2010s heartthrob Justin Bieber. Promotional material for the Cleveland location has not been straightforward as to whether they’ll be playing exclusively Bieber or rather recession pop hits from a variety of artists; however, the Cincinnati website was clear that if it wasn’t by Bieber, it wasn’t going on the setlist. If you find that daunting consider yourself warned. On a lighter note, though, the event is open to all those 18 years of

age or older, so underclassmen can enjoy a night out with Club 90’s as well.

Event: Lake Erie Folk Fest

Date: 2/15

Price: Daytime program free; evening concert $10 for students Immerse yourself in a full day of (mostly) free live music, beginning in Thwing Atrium from 1-6 p.m. and ending in the Florence Harkness Memorial Chapel, with doors for the evening concert opening at 7 p.m. In addition to performances from local musicians, there will also be music workshops, music history lessons and jam sessions. For anyone interested in music and/or getting involved with the greater Cleveland community, attendance is a must.

Event: Love Club: An All Out 2010’s Night

Date: 2/15

Price: $10

If you love the music of the 2010s but not necessarily just Justin Bieber, I’d urge you to consider a very similar and slightly cheaper event instead. Mahall’s promises hits from Rihanna, Katy Perry, Kesha, The Black Eyed Peas, Pit-

bull, Lorde, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé, to name a few of the artists listed on their website. “It’ll be like your iPod on shuffle,” they urge, which is enough encouragement for me. This event is also 18+.

Event: UPBonbon

Date: 2/17

Price: Free

Sometimes the best events are the simplest. Join the University Program Board (UPB) in Thwing Atrium to enjoy a Willy Wonka-themed makeshift candy store. Snap a picture with an Oompa-Loompa at their photo booth, and if you’re one of five golden ticket winners you get to take home a special prize. As of the time of writing this article there are limited spots left on CampusGroups, so make sure you and your friends are the ones to fill them! For those familiar with last year’s viral, catastrophic “Willy Wonka Experience” in Glasgow, you know that the sky’s the limit here for potential entertainment value. I’m personally hoping that the promised OompaLoompa is just someone from UPB in orange face paint.

Lady Gaga is at her “Lady Gaga-est” with new single “Abracadabra”

Kennedy Wolf Staff Writer

On Feb. 2, the 67th annual Grammy Awards were held. On a night intended to celebrate the biggest moments in music from the past year, many iconic moments were naturally generated. Deserving artists, such as Lady Gaga, were universally celebrated for the past years’ releases. Gaga won “Best Pop-Duo/Group Performance” for her single with Bruno Mars, “Die with a Smile.” Unsurprisingly, however, Gaga had more in store for the audience after this win. She used the night to debut an additional single off her upcoming album “Mayhem,” which will be released on March 7. The aforementioned single is titled “Abracadabra,” which she performed and released a music video for. At the beginning of her performance of “Abracadabra,” Gaga addresses the crowd in a wide spiky red hat and a skintight red latex dress. She states, “The category is dance … or die.” Very much a Gaga sentiment, if I do say so myself. This outfit pays homage to some of Gaga’s earliest career performances, such as tracks off her early albums “The Fame” and “The Fame Monster.” She then breaks out into a stylized, chaotic, choreographed dance routine complete with many additional backup dancers. The music video flashes between Gaga in her red latex costume watching the dancers from above, and then dressed in a simpler white costume with long blonde hair, dancing among them. This red-clad figure portrayed by Gaga is likely a reference to the lyrics of the song, “Like a poem said by a lady in red.” While the choreography seems disjointed and abstract, an overwhelming sense of unity binds the motions together into one entity. It’s almost similar to the instrumental track of the single itself, which at times can feel overwhelming, but is seamlessly blended with Gaga’s unique vocals. The harsh, intense beat is mixed with softer audio overlaid with her powerful voice. The reason why I say that this single is Lady Gaga at her “Lady Gaga-est,” if you will, is because the performance draws back to an early version of Gaga,

Lady Gaga’s new single “Abracadabra” reflects her unique style as an artist and pays tribute to her early career in an all-new hit song before her upcoming next album.

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one at the beginning of her expansive career. Not to say the albums from the middle years of her career are any less iconic, of course, but the made-up language present in the chorus of “Abracadabra,” the absurdist costumes and the intense dance-pop beat are all harbingers of the late 2000s days of Gaga. Common praises of “Abracadabra” online lie along the lines of, “I’m watching Gaga’s Grammy performance the same way I watched ‘Bad Romance’ on my mom’s couch in 2009.” The mesmerizing nature of “Abracadabra” is enough to draw fans back to when they’d ini-

tially discovered Gaga, which is a powerful artistic ability in itself. Additionally, Gaga has successfully promoted her new single and upcoming album by engaging with fans online, primarily through social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Gaga has been countlessly reposting, commenting and otherwise engaging with fans who have made artistic content based on “Abracadabra.” While some are calling Gaga’s actions a brilliant marketing tactic, longtime fans of hers recognize Gaga’s behavior as merely a desire to show affection

toward her fans, which she has a longheld reputation for doing.

Gaga has clearly made a powerful statement with the release of “Abracadabra” and has captured the attention of both long-term and newer fans. This is evident by the skyrocketing of her monthly listeners on Spotify, as she now comfortably sits third in the world on the streaming platform. The “Little Monsters”—a colloquial term used for the Gaga fan base—are highly anticipating Gaga’s return with “Mayhem” to see how her creative direction dictates this upcoming project.

Kate Gordon Life Editor

Cut these out and give them to the special people in your life!

Love Songs of the Week

Let Me Love You Ne-Yo

Somewhere Only We Know Keane

Helium Sia

You And Me Lifehouse

Can't Help Falling in Love

Elvis Presley

Roses

Shawn Mendes

Just the Way You Are

Bruno Mars

Make You Mine

Madison Beer

Stereo Hearts

Gym Class Heroes feat. Adam Levine

All of Me

John Legend

Just the Two of Us

Grover Washington Jr. feat. Bill Withers

Love Story

Taylor Swift

Dandelions

Ruth B

Until I Found You

Stephen Sanchez

Someone to You BANNERS

Somethin' Stupid

Frank and Nancy Sinatra

Chateau Lobby #4

Father John Misty

505 Arctic Monkeys

Celebrating love: Embracing the joys and heartaches this Valentine's Day

Shivangi Nanda Executive Editor

I firmly believe that love is one of the greatest emotions we humans get to experience. And, I’m not just talking about romantic love. It's the love that comes from family, friends and that neighbor you’ve known your whole life that shows us we are cared for and want to care for others. Love can also come from within. Self-care nights and solo dates are powerful reminders of the affection we must give ourselves each and every day— cherishing every perfection and imperfection that makes who we are. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to highlight the beauty and complexity of love: the painful, joyful and, at times, all-consuming moments that make this feeling so addicting. Having read over 100 romance novels, I am no stranger to that picture-perfect romance—the kind that starts from a meet-cute, instant connection and escalates into passion without restraint. I have quickly come to learn, however, that this is such a

small part of the romance we will get to experience. Romance can be just as beautiful when burned slowly, when friends turn to lovers and strangers become soulmates. Often, we get caught up in this romanticized version of love, thinking if we do not feel those extremes of emotions, it must not be good enough. This is hardly the case. The best kind of love, the healthy kind, is built on trust, comfort and mutual respect. Learning to appreciate the stability of a good love, how moments of passion are counteracted with periods of peace, can help us embrace a real version of romance—one that is difficult to describe in the pages of a book.

Love, however, is not perfect and never without heartbreak. Whether it is the death of a loved one or the end of a relationship, the withdrawal can be unbearably painful—physically, emotionally and mentally. When love turns to longing, and you are left with the aftermath of a loss, loving at all can seem rather futile. Who would want to feel all those highs, only to experience a low like never before? It takes time to recover from a lost love, but it

is not impossible, and never without purpose. When it comes to heartbreak, time really is the best healer, and soon enough the memories will strike fondness rather than suffering. And in the process of healing, we learn so much about ourselves. We learn to protect those still with us, learn our triggers and what it is we need to selfsoothe and we come out the other side stronger. Unlike what the media may portray, you do not need a physical or career transformation to prove you have healed. Simply reconnecting with yourself and your priorities is evidence that you embraced the love wholeheartedly and used the pain to rebuild.

Valentine’s Day is just another opportunity to honor love in its many forms. So, my fellow Spartans, whether you spend the night with a romantic partner, best friend or on your own, embracing the comfort of your own company, take a moment to reflect on the loves you do have in your life and the many loves you have yet to experience. From butterflies to broken hearts, love is an emotion that ought to be celebrated!

Love is not the be-all and end-all

Elie Aoun Director of Print

If you’re reading this, chances are you don’t have someone to share this special day with (such is life for the average Case Western Reserve University student). If you do have a special someone, congratulations! You’re not this article’s intended audience, but perhaps you might still get a kick out of it or—dare I say— gain a new perspective. Whatever

Perfectly curated social media pages, fairy tales, romance novels, rom-coms and a host of other media exist to fill our souls with an unattainable vision of love. You have to be realistic lest you be crushed by failing to achieve an impossible fantasy. For all of its joys and beauties, true love—if one ever even attains it—always carries its concomitant hardships, arguments and sacrifices. This reality is quite a harsh departure from the “happy-ever-after” ending we see in media when the main character finds his/her destined “soulmate.” Contrary to what many single college students think, finding “the one” won’t actually solve all your problems—not to mention the fact that feelings change, people change, rose-tinted glasses fall away and love-filled relationships tragically fall apart.

The right person will (probably) come along someday, but live for yourself in the meantime. Drop the bad habit that you said you’d get rid of years ago (yeah, you know the one), pick up a new skill, rewatch your favorite movie, spend more time with your friends, call your parents and tell them that you love

them (they will appreciate it more than you can imagine)—there are quite literally a million things that are preferable to lamenting your own solitude. Side note: The algorithm of TikTok, Instagram or your other doomscrolling app of choice knows exactly how to target you at your lowest and exacerbate feelings of loneliness. Spend less time on social media and enjoy the real world; trust me, it’s better for you.

Love is a large part of a fulfilling life, of course, but it’s not everything. A lot of life is spent alone or in the company of friends and colleagues; you have to be able to enjoy that time too. You should strive to be a complete person on your own while you’re in a relationship—and that’s even more true before you seek a relationship because nobody wants to be someone who doesn’t have their life together.

Dear reader, don’t part with the impression that I am a mere cynic. I sincerely hope that you find the one, your other half, the person you cannot live without. Love is real, but you can enjoy these years of your life perfectly well without it. Take heart, and have a happy Valentine’s Day!

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Opinion Disappointing students from page 1

One of USG’s attempts to improve transparency with the student body this academic year has been its initiative tracker, which makes a regular appearance in their newsletters. While this effort sounds promising on paper, upon investigation, many of the “initiatives” were vague and poorly documented—undoubtedly leaving many students with many of the same questions as before. According to the tracker, only four initiatives have been classified as “complete,” all of which are within the Communications Committee; none of the other four committees has completed any of their initiatives after over a semester of work.

Even some of the initiatives marked as ”in progress” are attempts to rejuvenate unsuccessful programs that have been happening for years. For instance, thirdyear Vice President of Student Life Zelene Desire reported to The Observer that USG will host another Feedback Friday and town hall. At the time of publication, neither has been advertised, and both have previously struggled to produce meaningful engagement with the student body.

The tracker highlights that many of USG’s initiatives hinge on obtaining student feedback, either through town halls, email correspondence or USG’s tried and true surveys. While surveys are easy to create and deliver, any good data scientist—of which there are many on this campus—would tell you that survey questions must be deliberately designed and reviewed to be valuable. When surveys fail to attract meaningful feedback, other avenues should be considered. Since the start of the academic year, the student body has seen at least four short surveys litter the USG newsletters, from new prayer rooms to campus application updates. Despite their differing purposes, they share some common features: short, unfocused and with no follow-up. This trend is reflected in the most recent campus survey that asks students to share their fears and experiences with the new executive orders and federal policy changes. Aside from the generic question style, the impersonal nature of using an online survey to discuss a highly personal situation calls into question USG’s commitment and care for students. Since USG has continued to employ tired methods of engagement—despite the lack of any evident product—all of their effort feels like a constant, unbreakable cycle of ineffectual questionnaires.

While discussing USG’s stagnation, a former executive member shared their annoyance at the current operations, saying that the organization was frustrating: “Especially the past year, where we were not able to come to a consensus on topics that affected the entire campus community. At times, it felt as if we had so much conversation yet no tangible action out of it, and as time went on, I became more and more frustrated with and disheartened by the organization.”

This shift, from harbinger of change to harbinger of disappointment, starts with the people who comprise USG and how these representatives are put into power.

When an organization holds sig-

nificant influence on campus, the elections process to appoint those members must be robust. Between a strict timeline of events and rules for campaigning, at its surface, USG does take its elections process seriously. However, do we as students feel the same way? On a campus of over 6,000 undergraduates, many of whom put immense stock in the election of our national political offices, one would expect strong participation in this election, representing a truly democratic vote.

To put this into context, 69.9% of students voted in the 2020 federal election, while only 708 students voted in the USG 2024-2025 election—barely more than 10%. Of these students, only 608 cast votes for the president position. Within each of the college caucuses, the vote share was even more startling: For example, out of the 953 undergraduate business students, only 25 voted for a Weatherhead School of Management representative.

USG has recently struggled to engage students in their activities, with irregular newsletters, poor posting around campus and a highly inactive Instagram page— this lackluster social media presence remains unchanged. The poor election turnout reflects not only a growing apathy toward USG as an organization but also their increasingly limited engagement with the student body; students either don’t know about the election or simply do not care. So much of last year’s election, thus, hinged on word of mouth, where voters seemed to choose candidates based on character rather than experience. The election of the current president highlights this shift to electing candidates with ambitious promises rather than those with the administrative knowhow to excel in the role.

Previously serving as one of USG’s College of Arts and Sciences Representatives, fourth-year student Amman Spencer was the candidate with the lowest-ranked position on the ballot, yet he won the election with a majority of votes cast. Last fall, in an interview with The Observer, Spencer mentioned several initiatives he hoped to engage with during his presidency, and his main focus aimed at improving engagement and transparency with the student body. As we look back, now past the halfway mark of the academic year, his promises to improve one-on-one communication, provide regular updates in the newsletters and increase tuition transparency have failed to materialize. Even before publication of this Editorial, Spencer was asked for comment on the state of USG and the ongoing initiatives of his administration, but no response was provided.

USG’s participation woes go deeper than just voter turnout: There is also declining interest in becoming a member at all. As of this article’s publication, 12 seats in the General Assembly (GA) remain empty, including over 36% of the seats allocated to the Case School of Engineering. These unfilled positions not only mean skewed representation but also make it difficult for USG to meet quorum at their meetings. Of the six GA meetings held last semester—once first-year representatives were elected—only

two-thirds met this minimum attendance.

Something needs to change, and soon. With each passing year, there are more and more missed opportunities to connect with the campus community and serve as an advocate. It would be a failure on us, as students, to stand by this disservice without complaint, allowing others to tarnish what it means to wear the “student leader” title. At a place like CWRU, where passion and dedication run deep, we would like to believe USG has the potential to do better and be better for its student body. Starting at the top, USG needs to take deliberate steps to reflect on past errors, strategizing how best to

reengage students and USG itself in the workings of campus. At the same time, we urge that students frustrated with this state of affairs reinvest themselves in student government, rising above the persuasive apathy on this campus.

The decline of USG is already in motion, and we hope that by expressing our concerns, this organization and its constituents will recognize a need for reform. Building a student government that is viewed as a respected body with purpose and pride must start with student leaders, those elected to serve, and should be bolstered by a student body that is unafraid to hold this organization accountable.

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Money can buy happiness

Afshan Ara Contributing Writer

The feeling I got after completing my winter clothing haul may have been the highlight of my winter break. After a grueling semester of classes, volunteering and shadowing, a shopping spree that culminated in a new wardrobe renewed the motivation I needed for the spring. Often, people like to voice that money doesn’t buy happiness. However, more often than not, money has offered me more avenues to happiness than I would have without it.

Happiness is a broad term that aims to categorize feelings of fulfillment and satisfaction. Every person’s definition

of happiness varies to a great extent, but for many it can include having the freedom of choice, access to entertaining experiences and mental stability. It may be true that money alone cannot guarantee meaningful, genuine relationships, but it offers ways to enhance smaller and more personal moments of satisfaction. For example, after what I considered a rather disastrous math exam, I purchased a Halloween Snoopy plush from CVS. Although Snoopy did not lend me a helping hand in math, from then on he offered me relief from the distress I was facing. To this day, he is a source of comfort and peace otherwise hard to find in the activities and challenges in my daily life.

For some, happiness largely stems

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from love, relationships and experiences. However, money has the ability to enhance these aspects of someone’s life. Several studies have proven that for most people, a higher income was correlated with higher levels of day-today happiness. The effects of the trend plateaued at incomes higher than $75,000, and an exception to the trend were those who were unsatisfied even with the highest income. More money would not help in the case of someone who is already troubled, but for most people, money could reduce anxieties related to finances. In today’s world, some leading causes of stress come from the concern that one cannot pay certain bills, afford healthcare or sufficiently provide for a family. Financial strain largely contributes to the anxiety and depression impacting someone’s mental state. Financial struggles are also a leading cause for stress in close relationships. There can be strong tensions and resentment between friends, members of a family and even significant others. Having the financial stability to overcome these burdens allows people to focus on their passions, goals and relationships. Having the luxury of maintaining meaningful relationships provides people with enriching encounters that foster social pleasure. Families and couples can enhance their emotional connections through events like thoughtful celebrations, exciting vacations and other various bonding activities.

Another crucial part of overall happiness pertains to physical wellbeing and access to healthcare. Having more funds grants access to higher quality medical care, healthier foods and curated fitness opportunities. Wealthier individuals also have access to frequent mental health check-ups and therapy which further improves their happiness through mental well-being, which is often not a priority for those who struggle with financial stability.

The freedom to choose one’s life experiences is not only liberating, but also inspiring. Having more financial resources allows people control over most aspects of their lives. An individual with secure finances can make choices on where they want to live, how they want to spend their time and advancements in their career. Usually, this leads to pursuing work that is enjoyable while also being beneficial. There are few limitations to their choices and making compromises due to financial strain is not necessary. Freedom commonly enhances individual power, and having the power to design a life that aligns closely to personal desires offers greater contentment.

Having money enables people to help those in need by supporting charities and giving back to the community. Besides volunteering service, money can ensure that people who need help can get it. Being able to give back and support people who need a little extra help is rewarding and inspiring. Apart from helping individuals, giving back through charity can give someone a sense of purpose as they feel like they are contributing to something bigger than themselves. Additionally, being philanthropic strengthens social connections within a community, reducing feelings of loneliness that can arise when someone does not have the opportunity to be involved.

Ultimately, money is a vital factor in someone’s well being. Even if it cannot secure personal relationships or ensure emotional connections, it can play a role in doing so. In addition to satisfying material desires that many have, it provides several options to strengthen relationships, encourage generosity and increase personal freedom. When managed appropriately to invest in these aspects of life instead of just material possessions, it can indeed establish feelings of happiness.

A friendly reminder about healthcare

Many claim that the United States healthcare system is unsuccessful at protecting its people. People struggle because of high payments, insufficient treatments, stagnant progression and the difficulty of even getting an appointment to see a doctor. Although many people blame the broken healthcare system and corporate greed, fixing it will take a very long time and many people’s hard work. For the time being, the public has to make do with what they have to protect themselves.

The first thing to do is some research. Since it is hard to understand medical jargon, those who are not in the healthcare field are more likely to passively follow the advice given by providers, assuming they know best.

Although most doctors are very empathetic and do their best to get ideal results, some might suggest irrationally expensive or unnecessary treatments for monetary profit. We have to read what we are signing. For instance, when we hear about life support, it seems like a holy grail that allows people to live until eternity. For this reason, when people choose whether they are going to have their loved ones placed on the system, many ask the providers to do everything to keep their family member alive. However, very few people know what actually happens: they intubate the patient with a plastic or metal pipe and the pa-

tient is under sedation due to the accompanying discomfort. The patients are also on continuous dialysis where a device continuously filters out toxic chemicals from the blood, and they have a thin tube through their nostrils to receive nutrition supplements through a tube feed, with high intensity medications also infused nonstop. The people under life support are unconscious, in discomfort or brain dead which means that they are unable to interact with their visitors.

The second thing we must do is take care of our health regularly. Those that are lucky enough to have insurance provided by school or their job should use it to the fullest. Getting regular checkups and assigned followup screenings and appointments can help with early detection and prevention of life-threatening illnesses. Also, whenever we feel a physical abnormality, we should not be afraid of seeking help. What we brush-off as not serious could be an early sign of a severe illness. For instance, hypertension does not show physical symptoms until the situation is serious. Even then, some symptoms, such as a pounding feeling in the head or chest, dizziness or lightheadedness, could be passed off as being unimportant. However, hypertension is an indicator of abnormal conditions in our bodily systems. In this context, it is also important to take the advice of your providers seriously and ask any questions that arise rather than self-diagnose. Keep in mind that they are experts in their field.

The third thing to do is understand the perspective of the hospitals and insurance companies. As much as patients are frustrated because of the financial burden, we must know that hospitals and insurance companies have their own stressors. In the hospital’s context, if patients are readmitted after not following their provider’s medical advice, the hospital faces a monetary loss, as they are unable to be compensated regardless of if it wasn’t their fault. If patients are not paying their medical fees or if their insurance is refusing to reimburse the payments, the hospital has to either accept the loss or case management has to struggle to find alternate methods, which involves filing appeals to insurance companies and facing conflict with the patients. In the case where patients are being disrespectful to the hospital’s staff, this leads to high employee turnover and retention. For instance, many hospitals are struggling to keep nurses working on the bedside because many incoming nurses want to leave the field to either pursue a career outside of healthcare or transfer to fields such as outpatient, school nursing, management, education and non-patient contact positions. This eventually leads to deterioration of the quality of care the patients receive because the shortage becomes difficult to fix. In the perspective of the insurance company, The Affordable Care Act bans refusal of insurance enrollment on people with pre-existing conditions. If their clients are frequently ill from not taking care of their health,

acting recklessly and if hospitals are demanding irrational amounts of reimbursements and overtreating their clients, it leads to a huge loss on their end. This is why it is important that all parties work together rather than against each other.

Lastly, caregivers can make their own changes. Although some patients and their families are genuinely rude and abusive, many of them are fearful about the near future, fear death or have past trauma from being undertreated or mistreated in healthcare institutions. In this context, being patient, understanding and taking extra steps can make a huge difference. Rather than being judgemental toward people, showing empathy and a willingness to help can go a long way. This can be achieved by providing thorough explanations for each procedure, respecting the patient’s decisions even if you do not agree with them and working hard to find the best solution rather than doing the bare minimum to not get fired or sued. On the other hand, patients have to understand that caregivers are working with multiple patients at a time, some of them in a more serious situation than others. There are meticulously intricate systems in place to prevent accidents and caregivers are willingly doing a lot of gross, dangerous and difficult things that even their loved ones aren’t willing to do. They are professionals who went through years of education and training and they too are people who must be respected.

Catherine Choi Staff Writer

“Pick-me’s” and femininity: How girlhood is still rejected in modern culture

Hannah Johnson Opinion Editor

I’m sure that many girls who grew up as “tomboys” can relate to the intense urge to escape any aspect of femininity in youth. This could be anything from saying you hated the color pink and One Direction to having arguments with your parents about wearing a dress to a formal event. When we were little, we so desperately wanted to escape the limitations put on our existence as girls that we would do whatever we felt was rational to separate ourselves from this image. If this wasn’t the case, we merely had more of a preference for less “feminine” things, intentionally or unintentionally ostracizing ourselves from our peers. As a result, many of us became what some people would call a “pick-me,” a girl who caters to external, mostly male, validation. I feel this label is an oversimplification, requiring a closer look at modern and historical gender roles.

To discuss the duality of the “pickme,” I’ll start within the last century. During World War II, American women were proud to take on more “masculine” roles to sustain the U.S. warfront while men were fighting. Rosie the Riveter became an iconic symbol of strength as women rolled up their sleeves and donned pants to head into factories. They briefly became an indispensable part of the U.S. war effort through a united, physically strong front, while previously performing mainly domestic duties.

Although expectations placed on women today are largely different from those in the ’50s, remnants of second-wave feminism have still leaked into the present. As a child, I can remember the hate lobbed at women for presenting themselves in “feminine” ways on trashy MTV and award shows. All the while, the public ironically craved this image. Shows championing sleazy men as “pickup artists,” and crass comments about women’s bodies were just considered normal, good television. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was at its height. On America’s Next Top Model, the first “plus-sized” winner was a size 10. Being thin was not only preferred in everyday life, but expected. It’s no surprise, then, that many young girls felt the need to rebel, doing anything they could to cast off this legacy. The MARINA song “Sex Yeah” puts it perfectly: “If history could set you free (From who you were supposed to be) / If sex in our society (Didn’t tell a girl who she would be) / ‘Cause all my life I’ve tried to fight / What history has given me.” Many girls found themselves echoing the women of the past, dressing in more “masculine” ways and vehemently protesting the popular musical

artists, shows and hobbies among girls of their time. The unfortunate side of this was that many people provided external validation for this rebellion, reaffirming the validity of this form of protest and, thus, the harm it caused to self-perception.

I’m unsure about the children of today, but when I was a child, girls who strayed from what was expected of them were either praised or bullied for their outward presentation and interests. At the risk of getting some eyerolls, I have to say that the girls I know who did traditionally “masculine” things, such as skateboarding, playing video games or battle card games were regarded as cooler or weirder than the girls who preferred more traditionally “feminine” pastimes—never as normal girls just exploring their interests. They had to be either somehow pretentiously elevated or belittled. Similarly, many of the girls with these “masculine” hobbies looked down on those who had more popular “girl” interests. It was almost as if implicitly, the preference for the image of girlhood we have been shown our entire lives became something shameful to those trying to escape it. As kids, many of us didn’t consider the possibility of any nuance in our peers because we weren’t taught to by our parents or the media we consumed. Even more ironically, those who held contempt for traditional “girlhood” couldn’t see that they were falling into another trap, separate from the one where being “girly” resulted in being considered less capable or intelligent. Instead they were being turned against other girls, perpetuating the same thing they hoped to escape.

Music taste, in particular, provides for an interesting commentary on this dynamic. When I was younger, people relied on the radio to hear music rather than streaming services. You would buy songs, curating your own personal collection after, likely, discovering something on the radio. The music taste of the general public stayed more contained because of this. Pop music was the most popular genre of the 2010s, although there were many other genres that were also popular among young people, such as alternative rock and emo music. Alternative music was largely claimed by people who felt ostracized from the general public for whatever reason. As a result, many young girls found themselves joining fandoms in which they proudly branded themselves as “weird” or “different” from other girls. Ironically, though, this whole idea of accepted ostracization existed in a bigger, orchestrated context. How different are you really if there are millions of other people with the same interests and mindset as you? How different are you if all the bands you listen to are under the same label, directly marketed

to people with your interests just like those boy bands you claim to hate? Today, the climate surrounding femininity seems to be much more inclusive, and the complexity of girlhood is emphasized more as children are encouraged to pursue what they enjoy rather than being tied to specific activities, body types and preferences. However, we could still do with some improvements. Marketability plays a large role in how we perceive gender roles. Today, children’s toys are still separated by gender. Especially for young boys, some parents will allege that playing with certain “girl” toys is a marker of weakness or an early indicator of their sexuality. From an early age, boys are told that they should not participate in “feminine” activities, as if it will feed on some part of their masculinity, as if participating in something “feminine” is somehow beneath them. Little boys are told they

shouldn’t wear pink or play with dolls or enjoy boy bands or female pop stars. As a result, this feeds into the negative perception that “feminine” interests are somehow lesser than “masculine” ones. Keeping strict limits on what is expected of people based on their sex automatically restricts our understanding of each other as human beings. It unnecessarily reinforces the idea that strict roles are tied to certain sexes and certain interests are inaccessible to certain people.

That being said, liking the books, movies and artists that you like doesn’t make you somehow better than other people. You’re allowed to dislike certain things without making it your mission to tear down those who do enjoy them. Let’s encourage people to pursue what they are drawn to without ridicule, and let’s remember that one of the best ways to achieve an equal society is to just let people live.

Lucas Yang/The Observer

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Playing to win: Life lessons from sports

Evie Miller Contributing Writer

The role of sports in my life

Sports are a huge part of my life. Whether I’m playing or watching, they’ve taught me countless lessons about life. I have been playing sports for as long as I can remember, and they’ve helped me make sense of the world when everything else is chaotic.

I have been told I make a lot of sports references in my daily life. I’d have to say that for me, it’s because sports and life go hand in hand. Sports are hard, tiring and draining, but also so exciting, fun and rewarding.

Just like in a game, life is full of mo mentum shifts, unexpected fouls and clutch moments when you either rise or fall to the challenge.

Running the race of life

We all participate in the race of life. And all athletes know you have to run every race with endurance, not jog and not take too many breaks. Endurance is the slow and steady, mindful fight. It is a commitment to carry on even when things get hard. In both sports and life, we should all have a purpose—a goal we are work ing toward, but the path isn’t always smooth. I have found these seven lessons from sports that have helped me run the race called life, especially when it gets difficult.

Lesson 1: The power of pa tience

One of the first lessons I learned from playing sports is patience. Every player dreams of the big moment— the game-winning shot, the perfect play, the championship ring. But suc cess isn’t built on highlights; it’s built on the thousands of reps in practice, the early morning workouts and the fundamentals that no one sees from the stands.

Lesson 4: Giving people grace

Playing to Win: Life Lessons from Sports

Patience in life is key. There is no overnight change, everything takes time.

ers have the same journey. Some players have rocky roads where things don’t go as hoped or planned.

The Role of Sports in my Life

Lesson 2: Resilience in the face of adversity

Lesson 6: Persistence and commitment to excellence

By Evie Miller

I believe that understanding others, communicating and giving people grace are just as important to a successful team as they are for a good relationship in life.

The second lesson I learned from sports is resilience, even in the face of adversity.

Sports are hard, and showing up isn’t always easy. Sometimes my body is sore, my confidence is shaken and nothing seems to be going my way. Yet, I still have to lace up my shoes, step onto the court and give it my all.

And it is okay to have moments in sports and in life when we break down because everything seems to be falling apart. We all encounter things that bring us to our knees. Sooner or later a situation arises in which we feel completely helpless. Not every fight, not every issue, not every problem that comes along has an easy fix. Life has thrown me curveballs, and it’s easy to allow doubts to creep in, no matter how strong I believe I am.

The last few lessons that I draw from sports relate to giving 100%, 100% of the time: to show up as your best version at all times and to stay positive in all things.

Sports are a huge part of my life. Whether I’m playing or watching, they’ve taught me countless lessons about life. I have been playing sports since as long as I can remember and they’ve helped me make sense of the world when everything else is chaotic.

I try to not give in to negativity, not lose focus, not hit snooze or think I’m entitled, and I never stop trying to grow and be a better person.

Lesson 7: Have no regrets

When the difficult times come and I want to give up, I dig deeper and keep showing up to play.

The Role of Sports in my Life

As an athlete I know I will get knocked down. People will try my patience. I might even outwork everyone, sacrifice so many things and still come up short. There have been times when I looked to my left and right and saw other people working less and being more successful. It does not always make sense.

And similarly, life doesn’t always follow a predictable script.

Like most people, there have been times when I thought that my life was somehow supposed to look different than it does. I have thought that my loved ones would live forever and my relationships would work out better. I was certain that little kids didn’t get cancer and that if I always did the right things, I’d always be blessed. Life can be seemingly unfair. Sometimes, it gets hard to keep going.

But just like in sports, no two play-

Playing to Win: Life Lessons from Sports

By Evie Miller

Lesson 3: The importance of a support system

Every great player knows that success isn’t an individual effort. You need teammates. You need coaches. You need people who will pick you up when you’re down.

The biggest lesson I learned in both sports and in life is the importance of having people I love and who love me in return in my life.

During tough times, these are the people who are always there for me. They are my strength and my inspiration. You know it’s love when people know everything about you, including your darkest thoughts, the worst things you’ve done, the horrible madness that has happened to you—and they still show up for you.

I have learned to depend on the people I love and I have learned to lean on them for support when I need them, with great humility.

What I mean when I say to give people grace is to understand that everyone is fighting their own battle. You never know what someone is going through. No one is perfect. There have been times where people frustrated me, weren’t kind, ignored me or disappointed me. But just like with a teammate, we have to give each other grace. We are all doing the best we can, and if someone is struggling, it doesn’t mean they aren’t trying. It is so important to act with compassion, have mercy and forgive. I believe people are just trying to find ways to hurt less, be heard and seen, find safety, connect with others and survive. Giving people the benefit of the doubt is difficult, but I always try to put myself in their shoes and listen to them.

In sports, you have to play as hard as possible. The only regret I have after a game is not giving my all. Losing hurts the most if I feel like I should’ve and could’ve done more to win.

Life is too short to have regrets. Whether we like it or not, our time on Earth is limited, so I strive to do things I am passionate about. I want to do things that matter, things that help others.

Lesson 5: The art of listening

Learning to listen is a skill.

One of the fastest ways to improve any relationship is to become a better listener. Likewise, one of the fastest ways to improve in sports is listening to coaches, teammates and other mentors. I have found that just by listening to people, I can be a great help. Sometimes I need a sympathetic ear or a sounding board for an idea. Being a good listener tells your friend that you hear them and are there for them.

Final

thoughts

I cannot give enough credit to my parents, teammates, coaches, the sports I have played for the opportunities, the experiences I have been blessed with and the lessons I have learned. When I say we are all running the race of life, I want to be clear: There is no race to some finish line. The goal here is to have a healthy, happy life. Some days will feel impossible, but it is important to push through those bumps in the road and focus on the good. My mom told me once that in the end doing the right thing will always be worth it. And she, like usual, is right.

Men’s basketball falls to Rochester and No. 11-ranked Emory during Throwback Weekend

Darcy Chew Sports Editor

To help kick off Case Western Reserve University’s bicentennial celebration on Friday, Feb. 7, the Spartan men’s basketball team donned the red jerseys of the Western Reserve Red Cats for their game against the University of Rochester. Their red jerseys on Friday, the brown jerseys of the Case Institute of Technology Rough Riders and the women’s teams’ yellow jerseys of Mather College were part of the Throwback Weekend celebration remembering CWRU’s rich history. Friday’s game saw the stands packed as many friends and family came to watch the Spartans play.

Following Rochester’s loss at home the previous week, the Yellowjackets came determined to redeem themselves as they stepped onto Horsburgh Gymnasium’s court last Friday. The energy was high and the competition was fierce as the two teams met on the hardwood.

The Spartans recovered an early Yellowjackets lead after a few 3-point shots by fourth-year forward Umar Rashid and third-year guard Anand Dharmarajan. They maintained the lead until the Yellowjackets tied the score at 19-19 with 9:42 left in the first half. From then, the two teams would be neck and neck as they traded points before the Yellowjackets found their rhythm and broke ahead. As the buzzer sounded, a 3-point shot from fourth-year guard Sam Trunley cut the deficit to 41-46 as the Spartans

headed to the locker room.

The Spartans fought valiantly to cut the deficit and tied the score within two minutes into the second half. The two teams would tie the score four more times before a 9-0 Rochester run put the Yellowjackets ahead 72-63 with 8:28 left on the clock. As the clock ticked down, the Spartans saw a renewed burst

of energy and began cutting their 10-point deficit.

The filled CWRU stands were on the edges of their seats as a pair of free throws from graduate student forward Andy Barba gave the Spartans a 87-86 lead with 0:37 left on the clock. However, the Yellowjackets responded by sinking the next three of four free throws to take the win.

On Sunday, Feb. 9, the men’s basketball team faced No. 11-ranked Emory University. During the 20232024 season, the Spartans had defeated the Eagles in their two conference matchups. This season, the Spartans dropped both games to the nationally ranked team.

The Spartans had a short-lived lead after Dharmarajan sank a 3-point shot to place CWRU up 3-2. However, the Eagles dominated the rest of the game and pulled away soon after. The closest the squad came to turning the tides occurred with 12:45 left on the clock. Firstyear guard Matthew Ellis connected a shot from beyond the arc to bring the Spartans within 1 point of Emory. However, yet again, the Eagles pulled away. This time they extended their lead, going 44-19 into halftime. Emory’s dominating performance continued into the second half, eventually culminating into a 93-54 win for the Eagles.

Concluding the game, Ellis led the team in points with a total of 13 while the two captains Rashid and Trunley led the squad in rebounds and assists with 7 and 4, respectively.

The Spartans will host their final home games of the season in Horsburgh this upcoming weekend. On Feb. 14, the Spartans will celebrate their graduating fourthyears—Rashid and Trunley—before facing No. 19-ranked Washington University in St. Louis. The following Sunday, they will meet the No. 24-ranked University of Chicago on the court.

Scores and Upcoming Games

Women’s Basketball

CWRU vs Rochester (2/7) - W 53-43

CWRU vs Emory (2/9) - L 58-73

CWRU vs WashU (2/14, 7:30 p.m., Horsburgh Gymnasium)

CWRU vs UChicago (2/16, noon, Horsburgh Gymnasium)

Men’s Basketball

CWRU vs Rochester (2/7) - L 87-89

CWRU vs Emory (2/9) - L 54-93

CWRU vs WashU (2/14, 5:30 p.m., Horsburgh Gymnasium)

CWRU vs UChicago (2/16, 2 p.m., Horsburgh Gymnasium)

Track and Field

CWRU at Bob Shannon Invite (2/8) Men’s team: 2nd of 9 teams (79 pts) Women’s team: 1st of 9 teams (119.0 pts)

CWRU at GVSU Meet (2/14-15)

CWRU at Crimson & Gold Invite (2/14)

CWRU at Indoor All-Ohio Championships (2/15)

Wrestling

CWRU at John Summa Invitational (2/8) - 2nd of 13 teams (126.0 pts)

CWRU at UAA Championship (2/15, 11 a.m., Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center)

CWRU vs Oberlin (2/7) - W 7-0

CWRU vs Allegheny (2/7) - W 7-0

CWRU at Rochester (2/8) - W 7-0

CWRU vs RIT (2/8) - W 7-0

CWRU vs Wayne State (2/14)

CWRU vs University of Northwestern Ohio (2/14)

CWRU vs Hope (2/15)

CWRU vs Carnegie Mellon (2/15)

CWRU vs Hope (2/15)

CWRU vs Allegheny (2/16)