Case Western Reserve’s Government Relations team monitors and advocates on federal legislation, regulations, and policies that impact the university. As a leading research university, CWRU’s voice helps shape federal policies that affect our students and federally-sponsored research.
We work with Congress and the administration to advance Case Western Reserve’s interests and collaborate with other universities and research institutions on issues of importance. This work is critical in supporting CWRU’s academic excellence and growing our research enterprise.
Our Priorities
- Elevate Case Western Reserve University's status and reputation in Washington, DC as one of America's leading research universities
- Highlight the value and importance of research universities to the nation
- Support extramural basic and applied research at the federal research funding agencies
- Protect federal funding that supports critical research infrastructure
- Support policies to help grow, train, and educate the future workforce
- Emphasize institutional support for students and champion student financial aid programs
- Advocate for policies that elevate academic excellence and the well-being of our students