The annual CWRU Employee Appreciation Day takes place in March, in conjunction with National Employee Appreciation Day (celebrated on the first Friday of March). This is an opportunity for us to say “Thank You” to our employees for their hard work and dedication to Case Western Reserve University. We value the importance of our employees and their daily contributions to the university community.
2026 Employee Appreciation Day
The Main Event: In-Person Celebration
Hosted by the CWRU Department of Human Resources, with generous support provided by the Department of Campus Services.
When: Friday, March 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Tinkham Veale University Center, Grand Ballroom
Enjoy:
- President Eric Kaler remarks at 2:30 p.m.
- Delicious snacks provided by Bon Appétit Management Co.
- Campus vendors with resources and swag.
- Games and networking with colleagues.
- Festive atmosphere to recharge and connect.
The Virtual Employee Raffle: Now Open!
Virtual raffle entry form:
- Opens: Thursday, February 26, at 9:00 am.
- Closes: Friday, March 6, at 4:30 pm.
Win big! Prizes include: Hotel accommodations; tech-toys; gifts, gadgets, gear, and more!
Enter the Raffle
Thank you to the 2026 Virtual Employee Raffle contributors: Division of Finance, Kelly Services, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Office of General Counsel, Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Public Safety, School of Dental Medicine, School of Medicine, Sears think[box], Student Affairs, Travel Services, University Marketing and Communications, [U]Tech, and Wellness
We appreciate those who have kindly contributed to the Employee Appreciation Day in recent years: Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Division of Finance, Kelly Services, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, University Marketing and Communications, Office of General Counsel, Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Engagement, Public Safety, School of Medicine, School of Law, Student Affairs, Travel Services, University Technology, and Wellness.