Alaina Bartel

Profile picture for user Alaina Bartel

As director of university communications, Alaina Bartel leads a team responsible for driving impactful university-wide communications at CWRU. 

Learn more about Alaina

Recent News Articles

As fall continues and evenings grow crisp, Lake Erie’s shoreline offers some of Cleveland’s most breathtaking views. Watching the sun dip below the horizon is free, timeless and perfect for a quick escape from Case Western Reserve University.  Whether you’re looking for a peaceful solo…
National Coffee Day (Sept. 29) is the perfect excuse to step off campus and explore Cleveland’s vibrant coffee scene. Sometimes the library just doesn’t cut it, and a change of scenery—or a stronger cup of coffee—can be exactly what you need to power through assignments, write that essay, or…
For generations, students have arrived at Case Western Reserve University with big ambitions and bold goals—drawn by the university’s rigorous academics, vibrant research culture, and the opportunities found in a city as dynamic as Cleveland. Now, that student perspective is echoed on a…, Life in Cleveland 1,000+ arts, culture and humanities nonprofits in the greater Cleveland area 23,000…, Opportunities in Cleveland Emma Lin With nationally ranked hospitals, a thriving arts scene, and employers like NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland gives students access to careers and culture. “I’m intending to go to medical school,…, Life at CWRU 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio at CWRU 85% of students do research—often starting in their…, A place for dreams to grow Dante Barchiese For many, CWRU allows them to combine passions.  “The fact that I can study biomedical engineering here—but also do something more specialized like mechanical engineering and get hands-on…
Football has long been a unifying force in American culture, bringing fans, players and communities together around a shared passion. The game’s impact reaches far beyond the field—fostering connection, tradition and a sense of belonging. As the Case Western Reserve University Spartans (0-1…
September in Cleveland is a time when the city begins to shift into fall. The air feels fresher, the trees start to change color, and the pace of the city invites you to step outside and explore.  Whether you’re looking to take a break from studying, enjoy a weekend adventure, or…
The semester may just be getting started, but Clevelanders know what’s coming: lake-effect snow, icy winds and the kind of cold that makes you rethink leaving your bed. Before winter takes over, savor the best flavors and outdoor vibes the city has to offer.  From seasonal scoops to…
Shrine to the Blessed Carlo Acutis Yesterday (Sept. 7) at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV officially canonized Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old computer enthusiast from Italy who died in 2006 and has since become known as the “patron saint of the…
Gap’s latest campaign starring the TikTok-born group Katseye and American Eagle’s denim ads with actress Sydney Sweeney may seem like they’re sending two very different messages—the latter incorporating a controversial message playing on the word “genes,” while the former leans into a TikTok…
With the fall semester now in motion, members of Case Western Reserve University’s undergraduate Class of 2029 are settling into their new college lives. Before reaching this milestone, they spent a week preparing—unpacking in residence halls, joining the community at welcome events and…
There’s a new way to keep up with what’s happening at Case Western Reserve University: the CWRU Newsroom. Created by University Marketing and Communications (UMC), the CWRU Newsroom brings together the latest stories from across campus in one central hub. From groundbreaking research…