Music Graduate Student Association (MGSA)
President
Ellen Sauer Tanyeri
Vice President of Events & Finance
Courtney Nichols
Vice President of Communications
Mary Galvin
GCAS Representative
Simi Olabode
Area VP of Music Education
TBD
Area VP of Historical Performance Practice
Naomi McMahon
Area VP of Musicology
Celine Gosselin
This page contains resources for current graduate and professional students enrolled in music degree programs.
Advising and Handbooks
- First-Year Guide
- Graduate Student Orientation Schedule
- General Bulletin
- Graduate Music Handbooks
- Degree Planning
- Sample Documents
- School of Graduate Studies
- Application for Graduation Instructions
Department Communications
- Department of Music CampusGroups
This platform, supported by the Division of Student Affairs, serves as a community engagement hub for students, staff, and faculty. - CWRU Music: Message Board
The Department of Music uses this Google Group as an open discussion forum managed by the music office to share general information, announcements, important reminders, and department-wide updates. Please expect several email notifications throughout the academic year. - CWRU Music: Graduate Students
This private Google Group, hosted under the CWRU network, is used by/for current graduate and professional students enrolled in the Department of Music. All students are welcome to post and share messages related to academics, student life, concerts, social events, professional development, etc.
Funding
- Fellowships and Travel Awards
- Travel Resources
- Graduate Funding Opportunities
- External Funding Opportunities
- Research and Professional Development Grants
- Research Fellowships
Digital Tools and Supplies
Many of these shared folders/documents require your CWRU Network ID to view. Please make sure to use your CWRU Gmail account (abc123@case.edu).
Shared Google Folders
Office Supplies
We keep general office supplies (pens, paper, clips, etc.) in the 1st-floor stockroom at Haydn Hall or in the Denison Hall music library. Specialty items can be ordered by emailing music@case.edu.
Ensembles and Marketing Assistants
Publicity & Design Resources
- Design Guide: Colloquium Series
Instructions for marketing the Colloquium Series (series/weekly posters, email reminders, CampusGroups). - Design Guide: Ensemble TAs
Instructions on using Canva Design, publicity guidelines, poster and program preparation, photography, and advertising locations. - What is Basic Publicity
Defines the minimum publicity package and links to the required form (due 4 weeks before the event). - CWRU Logos + Photos (CWRU Network ID required)
Access official university logos and professional photos; upload your own approved photos to contribute. - Helpful Tips: Canva Design
Quick 5-tip checklist for making clean, consistent designs in Canva Design. - Homepage: Take Me to Canva Design
Direct link to the department’s Canva account, with 2025/26 tutorials and templates. - Templates Folder
Direct link to the 2025/26 templates folder for programs.
Network Printing
Network Printer Instructions
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Need Help?
If you need assistance with setup or troubleshooting, contact the Help Desk at 216.368.HELP or help@case.edu.
Other Printing Locations
- Kelvin Smith Library: Scanning, multimedia, and digitization services are available.
- FedEx Office in Thwing: Professional printing services are available. (fees apply)
- wēpa Print Network: Print stations are located across campus.
Forms
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