The Office of Government and Community Relations | Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University is committed to our K-12 neighbors. Including the programs our office sponsors, there are many unique opportunities available across the CWRU campus.

Learn more about the pre-college programs we offer.

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Larry Sears and Sally Zlotnick Sears think[box] is a cutting-edge makerspace where community members can make their ideas a reality.

Learn how the think[box] team helped a local student’s dreams sail.

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More than 11,000 Cleveland residents rely on our School of Dental Medicine’s state-of-the-art clinic for their dental care each year.

Read about how we’re keeping smiles healthy.

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Minority- and women-owned enterprises have a path to better business opportunities through our Supplier Diversity Initiative Council.

See how we helped James Barnes’ business grow.

Our Greater Circle Living program helps employees rent, purchase or repair homes—and supports the Greater University Circle area.

Discover how we’re investing in local roots.

From long-standing programs such as the Provost Scholars, new pathways through the Gelfand STEM Center, our dental school, and beyond; we offer unique opportunities for K-12 students in our surrounding communities.

Learning Opportunities

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The Neighborhood Advisory Council is composed of community residents, CWRU students, and university and local representatives dedicated to promoting the community’s interests and building mutually respectful partnerships.

Get Involved

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Our new interactive resource, “Collaboratory,” catalogs the university’s outreach programs and efforts so community members can stay informed on engagement activity and learn how to get involved. This is constantly being updated.

Access Collaboratory

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The CWRU Community Card allows residents of our surrounding communities to enjoy selected services and amenities provided by Case Western Reserve University and discounts from participating businesses.

Learn More

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Case Western Reserve University’s new strategic plan, Think Big, incorporates four pillars designed to foster a community where humanity, science and technology meet to create a just and thriving world.

Read the Plan