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Harvard professor, best-selling author to speak at convocation Aug. 31
College is a time of newfound independence, significant learning and, for many, an introduction to some of life’s more vexing struggles. Students arriving on the campus of Case Western Reserve University this fall likely will face all of these challenges, which is why the university chose Justice:…
2011-12 General Bulletin now available, including course descriptions, degree requirements
Case Western Reserve University’s new General Bulletin for 2011-12 is published at case.edu/bulletin. The General Bulletin provides information about Case Western Reserve degree requirements. The new online publication uses course descriptions directly from SIS. Any questions about the Bulletin can…
Faculty can now accompany students to meals in dining halls at discounted price
Faculty who wish to accompany a student to lunch or dinner in the residential dining halls, Leutner or Fribley, are now able to purchase a discounted $10 guest meal coupon for the all-you-can-eat facilities. Coupons are available from Heather Green in the Bon Appetit Catering office in Tomlinson…
First-year students: Take the CWRU trivia challenge Aug. 26
The Office of Student Affairs offers the Class of 2015 a heartfelt welcome—and a challenge. After researching Case Western Reserve University during your college search, selecting it as your new home and surviving orientation, you’ve probably picked up plenty of obscure facts about Case Western…
Eric Baer named American Chemical Society fellow
The American Chemical Society (ACS) named Eric Baer, Herbert Henry Dow Professor of Science and Engineering and Distinguished University Professor, a member of the 2011 class of ACS Fellows. This honor is bestowed upon 213 distinguished scientists who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments…
Faculty: Sign up for Fall Convocation procession
Fall Convocation will be held at Severance Hall Aug. 31 beginning at 4:30 p.m., and faculty members are encouraged to take part in the procession. If you intend to participate in the faculty procession, please register online. Please know that those who walk in this procession must wear proper…
Feel the earthquake yesterday? Find out how to stay safe if indoors, outdoors or in a car during a quake
Earthquake in the news yesterday have you shaking? Believe it or not, it can happen here. What to Do During An Earthquake Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few…
University names Libby Keefer new general counsel
President Barbara R. Snyder announced today that Elizabeth “Libby” Keefer will become Case Western Reserve University’s general counsel and secretary of the corporation, effective Oct. 1. Keefer’s experience includes 11 years as the general counsel of Columbia University, as well as extensive legal…
CWRU sponsors Aretha Franklin American Music Masters tribute
Aretha Franklin coming to Cleveland for American Music Masters salute The Plain Dealer: Aretha Franklin has been selected as an honoree for the American Music Masters series, which is presented by Case Western Reserve University and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. A week of festivities…
Clinical trials use adult stem cells to treat MS
Clinical trials using adult stem cells to treat MS The Plain Dealer: Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center and the Cleveland Clinic are collaborating on a brand-new clinical trial designed to treat—or perhaps reverse—the effects of multiple sclerosis by using…