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Religious studies’ Deepak Sarma publishes research findings related to psychedelics and drug policy
In a recent publication, Deepak Sarma, PhD, professor and Inaugural Distinguished Scholar in the Public Humanities in the Department of Religious Studies at Case Western Reserve University, addressed issues related to psychedelics and drug policy. At CWRU, Sarma also has a secondary appointment as…
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Undergraduate student Fish Fish presents a poster at spring 2026 American Chemical Society meeting
Fish Fish, a rising fourth-year student majoring in classics and biology at Case Western Reserve University, presented a poster titled “Dyeing for chemistry: An exercise in creating ancient colors from natural sources” at the spring 2026 American Chemical Society (ACS) meeting in Atlanta earlier…
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Inside a headset, a memorial returns
A CWRU team uses XR to bring Temple-Tifereth Israel’s World War II memorial back to its first home.
Krish Shah, Samyuktha Jaikrishnan and Srila Munukutla
Meet three APIDAA members of the CWRU community
From future physicians hoping to help people regain their vision to students volunteering at food banks and local pantries, those of Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi and Asian American heritage are engaged with countless facets of Case Western Reserve University—and beyond. In recognition of Asian,…
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Researchers of the Department of Psychological Sciences challenge the mechanism for the Implicit Association Test
Researchers in Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Psychological Sciences recently published a study in Nature Human Behavior, challenging implicit biases that contribute to discrimination and societal inequities. The study, titled “Challenging the mechanism for the Implicit Association…
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From San Antonio to student leadership: One student’s impact at CWRU
Sofia Castro found community at CWRU—then helped other students find theirs
Morgan Loveday, Hrishue Mahalaha, Maansi Mahalaha, Sruthi Shanker Pydimarry and Meg Herrel
Going the distance: Meet five CWRU community members participating in the 2026 Cleveland Marathon weekend
For some, running in races is about chasing a personal best. For others, it’s a way to reset, stay grounded or simply accomplish a set goal. For several members of the Case Western Reserve University community, the 2026 Cleveland Marathon represents more than a race—it’s a reflection of discipline,…
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CWRU’s Writing Program hosts national conference
Earlier this year, Case Western Reserve University’s Writing Program served as local hosts for the annual NCTE Conference on Communication & Composition in Cleveland. At this national conference, thousands of writing instructors, rhetoricians and program administrators gathered for four days of…
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Remembering former biology chair, professor emeritus Norman B. Rushforth
Case Western Reserve University Professor Emeritus of Biology Norman B. Rushforth died on March 16, 2026 at the age of 93. The following tribute was assembled in remembrance by a group of his colleagues and friends. With sorrow, the Department of Biology announces the passing of Professor Emeritus…
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Radhika P. Atit, Brian Taylor, Chao-Pin Hsiao and Jessica Taylor recognized with Diekhoff Awards for their teaching and mentoring
No matter their field of study, Case Western Reserve University graduate students are routinely challenged to consider new ways of thinking and examine innovative approaches to age-old questions, often making significant scholarly contributions along the way. That couldn’t happen without…