College of Arts and Sciences
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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January 30, 2025
Vera Tobin Whether solving a crossword, tackling a Sudoku or completing a jigsaw puzzle, engaging with brain teasers allows many to sharpen their minds by challenging them to think critically, solve problems and recognize patterns. To piece together some cognitive impacts of puzzles, The…
January 28, 2025
Silvana Corrales Cantelmi came to Case Western Reserve University to pursue biomedical engineering, ultimately planning to study gene editing. But their first SAGES course with Timothy Wutrich in the Department of Classics changed their plans. Now a fourth-year student majoring in classics,…
January 28, 2025
At Case Western Reserve University, innovation extends beyond academics. January marks National Hobby Month, a perfect opportunity to highlight the unique talents and passions of the university’s faculty, staff and students. From competitive dodgeball to jewelry-making, their interests reflect…
January 24, 2025
Climate change has had a notable impact on our planet’s weather, from prompting an increase in tropical storms to spurring melting ice caps. Those issues may seem far from Cleveland, but our region experiences global warming in its own ways—even if this week’s blast of frigid temperatures seems to…
January 17, 2025
John Bickers, the Jesse Hauk Shera Assistant Professor in the Department of History, recently earned accolades from the American Journalism Historians’ Association. Bickers co-authored “War Chief, Friend of the President, Prohibitionist: Would the ‘Real’ Little Turtle Please Stand Up?” with…
January 16, 2025
Researchers report plasmons in boron-doped diamond; quantum applications
January 14, 2025
Whether you're a vocalist, instrumentalist or looking to hone your skills, the Department of Music offers exciting opportunities for all. Case Western Reserve University students can: Join an ensemble: From Symphony Orchestra and Concert Choir to jazz bands and chamber groups, there’s a place…
January 07, 2025
The University Wellness Program for faculty and staff members are offering two new Reflection Point groups in January. Those who have wanted to try this program in the past but weren’t sure they had time to read three books will have the chance to participate in a series focused exclusively on…
December 19, 2024
A day after the 2024 Presidential Election in November, Kathryn Lavelle, the Ellen and Dixon Long Professor in World Affairs in the Department of Political Science, tackled the topic at the City Club of Cleveland Happy Dog forum. Lavelle weighed in on the effects of the election results on U.S.…
December 17, 2024
Undergraduate student Lily McCloskey and Provost and Executive Vice President Joy Ward recently had the chance to sit down and bond over a common interest: plants. McCloskey, who cares for more than 20 plants in her off-campus room, and Ward, a widely recognized researcher in plant biology,…