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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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Case Western Reserve University to offer full funding to Hertz Fellowship finalists
For students who are finalists for the Hertz Fellowship but are not ultimately selected as Fellows, CWRU plans to offer full financial benefits Case Western Reserve University has a new offer for the 25 to 30 students each year who are named finalists for the prestigious Hertz Fellowship but are no...
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Dance department brings technological innovation and artistry to the stage with Voyages
When you think of dance performances, chances are your mind doesn’t go to technology—but the newest production from Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Dance looks to change your perspective. Building on a proven track record of introducing cutting-edge technology on the stage, the depar...
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Shifting politics: Understanding Ohio’s evolving role as a swing state
Anticipation is high as Americans cast their ballots in the Nov. 5 General Election to determine the next president and vice president of the United States. Amidst an overwhelming influx of political ads, people are sure to look for trends or polls to help predict results. “Swing states” have been...
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New gifts to ISEB announced during ceremonial groundbreaking event
As construction cranes for the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building towered in the background, Case Western Reserve leadership, supporters and community partners took part in a ceremonial groundbreaking Wednesday evening for the project—a 189,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility ...
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CWRU to honor three Faculty Distinguished Research Award winners during Innovation Week
Innovation Week, the annual celebration of Case Western Reserve University’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, kicks off on Monday, Oct. 28. Among the festivities will be the honoring of this year’s Faculty Distinguished Research Award winners. Established in 2013, the award is given annually ...
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Evolution in action: How ethnic Tibetan women thrive in thin oxygen at high altitudes
New study from Case Western Reserve University reveals link between oxygen delivery and reproductive success among women living on the high Tibetan Plateau Breathing thin air at extreme altitudes presents a significant challenge—there’s simply less oxygen with every lungful. Yet, for more than 10,0...
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The value of persistence: Meet two researchers whose work exemplifies the theme of this year’s Innovation Week
Try, try again. Researchers know that great discoveries can take winding, unpredictable paths. In the face of unfunded grant proposals, conflicting results and people who don’t yet see the vision, research can sometimes feel like failure—but persistence through the process is what often drives inno...
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Filipino American History Month: Meet four Filipino members of the CWRU community
From studying social work, geological sciences, and neuroscience, to pursuing optometry, to working at the law school, those of Filipino heritage are engaged with countless facets of the university. In recognition of Filipino American History Month, which takes place each year in October, The Daily...
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Spartan Showcase: Lily Crouch
A child of two psychologists, Lily Crouch spent most of her upbringing adamant that she wouldn’t follow in her parents’ footsteps. But as she neared the end of her high school years, it became clear psychology had been the right path for her all along. “Really, what I enjoyed learning about was peo...
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Meet some of the new faculty members at the College of Arts and Sciences
The students in Case Western Reserve University’s undergraduate Class of 2028 aren’t the only new faces on campus this semester. The university also welcomed new tenure-track and tenured faculty members to its ranks, including many at the College of Arts and Sciences. Earlier this semester, we aske...