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Connect with the Academic Support Resources for Students Office
The Academic Support Resources for Students office is here to empower you to achieve your potential as an active, confident and independent learner. The office—located in Sears 247—offers academic coaching, peer tutoring, supplemental instruction (SI) sessions and resources for non-native…
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New study reveals high risk of overdose deaths in Cuyahoga County among those using drugs when they’re alone
In Cuyahoga County, the stark reality of the opioid crisis is that most drug overdose victims die alone, with no one nearby to help. A recent study, done in partnership with Case Western Reserve University and Cuyahoga County, highlights the critical need for “targeted harm-reduction strategies”…
All About Finding Research and Creative Endeavors
The Undergraduate Research Office (URO) is available to assist all students interested in research, scholarship and creative projects. This includes help with identifying opportunities on and around campus during the academic year and the summer, providing research professional development, hosting…
Kelvin Smith Library: Trivia Night
Join Kelvin Smith Library for the traditional start-of-the-semester Trivia Night on Sept. 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring a team of up to six people or join a team when you arrive. Each member of the winning team will receive $10 Amazon gift cards. Show off your trivia skills and enjoy snacks and time…
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Dermatology's Rosanne Paul suggests the best type of sunscreen to use
Does homemade sunscreen work? Dermatologists want you to know the risks of the popular trend First for Women: Rosanne Paul, assistant professor of dermatology at the School of Medicine, gave her recommendation on the best type of sunscreen you should be using. “Mineral-based sunscreens that are…
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Medicine's Peter MacFarlane discusses grant to investigate Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University receive $2.8M grant to study Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Spectrum News: Peter MacFarlane, associate professor and director of neonatology basic research at the School of Medicine, discussed a new grant to investigate Sudden Infant Death…
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Medicine's Sanjay Rajagopalan explains how taking specific drugs can significantly lower cholesterol
What to do if your high cholesterol is genetic TIME: Sanjay Rajagopalan, director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute, described how taking specific drugs can lower cholesterol significantly and in a matter of days. “This has been a revolution for these patients—genetic hyperlipidemia can…
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Medicine's Rong Xu discusses research findings linking semaglutide to reduced alcohol use disorder and smoking
Ozempic and Wegovy could help smokers kick the habit Bloomberg: Rong Xu, professor at the School of Medicine, discussed recent research that links semaglutide—the key ingredient in diabetes shot Ozempic and its sister drug Wegovy for obesity—to a reduction in both alcohol use disorder and…
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Law's Atiba Ellis weighs in on Ohio statute related to voting rights for naturalized citizens
Naturalized citizen targeted in recent voter audit argues Ohio Secretary of State not following law Ohio Capital Journal: Atiba Ellis, the Laura B. Chisholm Distinguished Research Scholar and professor of law, weighed in on a confusing Ohio state statute related to voting rights for naturalized…
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Law's Jonathan Entin analyzes Secretary of State Frank LaRose's proposed redistricting amendment
Ohio Ballot Board approves LaRose's redistricting amendment language; Citizens Not Politicians to file lawsuit WEWS: Jonathan Entin, the David L. Brennan Professor Emeritus of Law, questioned whether Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s version of a proposed new constitutional amendment meets the…