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Psychological science's R. Elizabeth Capps on social-emotional learning programs
Why building emotional intelligence in classrooms might be the key to better grades Parents: R. Elizabeth Capps, assistant professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences, explained how social-emotional learning programs can set the tone for the entire school building and communicate that…
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Mandel School's Daniel Flannery discusses Cleveland's drug landscape and public health
"Sound of Ideas" ideastream: The second half of "Sound of Ideas" featured Daniel Flannery, professor and director of the Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education, who talked about the implications of the evolving drug landscape for Northeast Ohio public health initiatives and…
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Research and Technology's Nick Barendt discusses academia in Akron's Polymer Industry Cluster
Academia maintains critical role for Akron's Polymer Industry Cluster Crain's Cleveland Business (subscription required): Nick Barendt, assistant vice president of research for technology and ecosystem growth in the Office of Research and Technology Management, offered insights into academia's…
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Medicine's Boonphiphop Boonpheng on kidney diseases and water intake
Kidney disease and type 2 diabetes: How much water should you drink? Everyday Health: Boonphiphop Boonpheng, clinical assistant professor of medicine at the School of Medicine, highlighted considerations that can make water recommendations with chronic kidney disease and diabetes complex. “In…
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Medicine's Rachel Pope explains her study on estrogen and perimenopause
What influencers got wrong about a new study on estrogen and perimenopause Yahoo News!: Rachel Pope, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the School of Medicine, explained how her study was a way to start to fill in gaps in knowledge about hormone therapy in perimenopause.
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Medicine's Lindsay Malone recommends healthy Halloween treats
Love these Halloween treats TIME: Lindsay Malone, registered dietitian and instructor in the Department of Nutrition, recommended single-serve containers of apple slices and caramel dip as a healthy Halloween treat alternative. “They’re packaged and sealed, so parents aren't wondering if it's…
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Mental Health First Aid training
This fall, University Health and Counseling Services will begin offering Mental Health First Aid: an evidence-based training program led by certified trainers from CWRU. Mental Health First Aid prepares participants to recognize warning signs of mental health challenges, offer compassionate initial…
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Holiday Lantern Workshop at think[box]
Join Sears think[box] for a hands-on, DIY lantern workshop. You’ll assemble your own glowing lantern while learning the basics of circuitry. After completing the LED circuit, personalize your lantern by adding festive embossing designs using the Open Press Project's 3D printed press and 3D printed…
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Critical Conversation: AI and Learning... Gain or Loss?
Critical Conversations is a monthly series sponsored by the Office of the Provost in which a panel of experts thoughtfully engage in "Critical Conversations" about important cross-disciplinary and often controversial topics. Centered around a complex question, each panel will cover disciplinary…
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Plan ahead for registration
Spring 2026 course registration will open for first-year undergraduates on Friday, Nov. 21, at 7 a.m. Eastern. This is also listed in the Classes & Enrollment tile in SIS and is sometimes referred to as your “enrollment appointment.” To prepare for a successful registration, follow the steps…