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Events

Where Community Comes Together

At Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, our events are a reflection of who we are—a community united by curiosity, purpose and a genuine love of medicine.

Some of our most beloved traditions speak for themselves. Match Day marks one of the most anticipated moments in a medical student's journey—the day when years of dedication become a future in practice. Doc Opera showcases another side of our community entirely: the creativity, humor and heart of students who perform an original variety show to raise funds for our student-run health clinics.

But there are countless opportunities to get involved. From research seminars where faculty share discoveries that are reshaping their fields, to open houses where future students take their first steps toward joining our community, every event is an opportunity to share knowledge, spark ideas and advance health together.

Upcoming Events

Explore upcoming lectures, seminars, open houses, student events and more.

Oct 19 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Community Ofrenda

Join the Case Western Reserve University Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) Graduate and Postdoc Chapter as we honor Día de los Muertos (Day of the…

Nov 4 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Discovery to Impact: The Second Lecture

The Discovery to Impact Lectureship aims to empower faculty, trainees and staff to drive innovation and impact by effectively navigating the journey from discovery to commercialization. The event is…

Nov 6 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Plastics and Health Regional Forum

The inaugural Plastics and Health Bioregional Forum will convene researchers, healthcare professionals, students and community leaders to examine the connections between plastic pollution, ecological…

Nov 11 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Dean’s Significant Conversations II

The ongoing crisis in academic medicine has manifested in medical education and clinical practice. As we discussed in the first conversation of this series, physicians at academic teaching hospitals…

Nov 19 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

The End of Human Limits? Exploring The History and Ethics of the Transhumanism Movement and Human Enhancement

The transhumanist movement promotes the use of technology to enhance human physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities—potentially extending life, improving intelligence, and overcoming biological…

Nov 26 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Dec 3 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

When Bias Enters the Clinic: Antisemitism and Anti-zionism In Modern Medicine

Global and U.S.-based antisemitism has been on the rise, especially since Oct. 7, 2023. ​Though all sectors ​are facing this reality, ​i​t carries particular weight and consequences in healthcare.…

Dec 3 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

School of Medicine Dean's Faculty Recognition Awards

The Dean's Faculty Recognition Awards Celebration honors and recognizes the following faculty and committees across our five affiliates:Newly appointed facultyEmeriti and emerita…

Dec 4 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Dec 12 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Doc Opera 2026

Please join us for an unforgettable performance as Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine proudly presents Doc Opera 2026: Murmur Mia: Here We Go Again! on Saturday, Dec. 12, at John Hay…

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Our events calendar is only as vibrant as the community that fills it. If you have an upcoming lecture, workshop, seminar or special event at CWRU School of Medicine, we want to help you get the word out—across our calendar, digital screens and social media channels.