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Changing perspectives for good
A fellowship transformed his approach to business; his gift will help others do the same
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Medicine's Rachel Weinerman clarifies FDA warning change for hormone therapy
Here's what RFK Jr., FDA got wrong about menopausal hormone therapy Medpage Today: Rachel Weinerman, associate professor of reproductive biology and an OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, clarified what the FDA's decision to remove the black box warning on menopausal hormone therapy…
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Law's Eric Chaffee notes airlines will have a slow recovery after the shutdown
FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work ABC News: Eric Chaffee, the John C. Hutchins Professor of Law, said airlines face “complex hurdles” in rebuilding schedules set months in advance, meaning holiday travel won’t rebound quickly. Flight…
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School of Dental Medicine hosts annual free dental clinic for children
Case Western Reserve University hosts dental clinic for CMSD students WEWS: Kristin Williams, associate professor and associate dean for Admissions and Student Affairs at the School of Dental Medicine, discussed Give Kids a Smile Day, during which CWRU dental students deliver free dental care to…
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Medicine's Ying An discusses annual free dental care event for underserved children
Removing barriers to dental care Spectrum News: Ying An, visiting assistant professor at the School of Dental Medicine, discussed the annual Give Kids a Smile Day, during which the dental school provides free cleanings, exams and preventive care to underserved children. She noted that the event…
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Engineering's Joao Maia works to make plastic sustainable
Plastics protestors get creative with the industry in town cleveland.com: Joao Maia, professor of macromolecular science and engineering at Case School of Engineering, weighed in on plastic sustainability. "We are trying to make plastics sustainable, because plastics are not going anywhere," he…
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Expanding horizons: CWRU students and alumni weigh in on the impact of studying abroad
Each year, the Office of Education Abroad creates opportunities for Case Western Reserve University students to broaden their horizons—immersing themselves in new cultures, academic environments and perspectives that extend far beyond campus. To recognize International Education Week (Nov.…
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View 2026 IRS retirement contribution limits
The IRS recently announced its dollar limitations affecting retirement contributions for 2026. Updates include: The 402(g)-contribution limit for retirement plans is $24,500; The contribution limit for retirement plans for employees ages 50 and over is $32,500, which includes a standard…
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Carrying on the legacy of a pioneer in addiction medicine
In 1935, when society largely viewed alcoholism not as a disease but as a severe moral failing, Sister Ignatia Gavin, CSA saw something different: a medical condition afflicting a person worthy of profound respect. It was this radical compassion and unwavering belief in "the dignity of the human…
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A generational commitment: Dual scholarships to support the next generation of leaders
For Ed (ADL '64, MED '68) and Melinda Melton Sadar (FSM '66), Case Western Reserve University is more than just their alma mater—it is where their lifelong journey together began. After sharing glances in a Philosophy 101 class and then officially meeting in Thwing Hall, the couple is now…