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Interdisciplinary research, collaboratives and achievements define the Case Western Reserve University College of Arts and Sciences’ community—across countless disciplines. From literary awards and scientific discoveries to stories of social impact and student innovation, the College of Arts and Sciences is where bold ideas become newsworthy moments.
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August 26, 2022
Exactly 102 years ago today, Congress certified the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution to ensure voting rights for women—though full electoral equality for women of color didn't come until decades later. After decades of activism by suffragists to achieve this right, many thought the…
August 25, 2022
August is National Black Business Month, a time that celebrates and promotes the support of Black-owned businesses in the United States. In honor of this month, The Daily sat down with several Case Western Reserve University students, alumni, faculty and staff members who double as business owners…
August 23, 2022
Major: BiologyMinors: Chemistry and Creative WritingYear: Rising fourth year At Case Western Reserve University, students are encouraged to use their studies to pursue their passions. For Aubrey Mayer, that means channeling her love of science and animals to help preserve the environment and…
August 16, 2022
In a matter of days, college students around the country will trade in their summer jobs for backpacks, books and new syllabi. Thanks to a group of Case Western Reserve University students, some of those syllabi are now digitally accessible. Digital accessibility ensures everyone, including those…
August 15, 2022
Most of us take our sense of smell for granted. Under the hood, however, it’s an incredibly complex biological phenomenon. Millions of specialized neurons in the human nasal cavity bind to molecules floating in air, setting off a wave of bioelectrical signals that trigger a vast web of circuits in…
August 11, 2022
Some things tie all humans together, and among them is seeing the moon hanging in the sky, night after night. Tonight, that moon will appear bigger and brighter than normal as its orbit brings it closer to Earth than usual—a celestial phenomenon known as a supermoon. Technically, it’s a…
August 11, 2022
August is National Black Business Month, a time that celebrates and promotes the support of Black-owned businesses in the United States. In honor of this month, The Daily sat down with several Case Western Reserve University students, alumni, faculty and staff members who double as business owners…
August 09, 2022
Years: Rising fourth-yearsMajors: Environmental Geology and Environmental Studies Two students double majoring in environmental geology and environmental studies at Case Western Reserve University recently had the experience of a lifetime conducting fieldwork in a remote area of southern Bolivia.…
August 09, 2022
Bibliophiles, unite! National Book Lover’s Day is today, Aug. 9—a day that encourages people to limit technology and immerse themselves in the literary world. Whether you’re a fan of science fiction, romance, action and adventure, fantasy, or another genre, take some time to dive into a good book…
August 03, 2022
Case Western Reserve University mathematician, researchers at Canada's York University look at bacteria that may harm themselves just to get rid of freeloaders Bugged by freeloaders? You are not alone, and leeching off others is not just a human problem. In fact, it is not uncommon in the animal…