Appointments

The Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) of Northern Ohio recently announced Ian J. Neeland—associate professor of medicine at Case Western Reserve University—as co-lead for the pilot program and research program proposals. A nationally recognized cardiologist and…

Miro Humer, vice president of University Technology and chief information officer, was recently selected as a founding member of the Center for Digital Education’s Higher Education AI Council. The Higher Education AI Council is a newly established national leadership group, designed…

The Office of the Provost at Case Western Reserve University recently announced that Justine Howe, associate professor and chair in the Department of Religious Studies, has been appointed as the new faculty director of the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women. A respected scholar and…

Case Western Reserve University is enhancing opportunities for student success through two key leadership appointments that emphasize mentorship and professional preparation. Vikas Gampa has been appointed faculty director of the Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP), effective Aug…

In an effort to better support faculty, staff and students at Case Western Reserve University, the Office of the Provost recently welcomed three leaders—William Breeze, Elizabeth Jaszczak and Craig M. Zullig—into important roles that strengthen operations and support systems. Under…

Richard Kruszynski, director of the Center for Evidence-Based Practices and the Ohio Substance Use Disorder Center of Excellence, has been appointed to the Chemical Dependency Professionals Board by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine. The board, a state regulatory agency within Ohio’s…

Continuing an esteemed family legacy of cancer science is no small feat—but Gary Schwartz, MD, carries on with aplomb. Case CCC's Director for two years, three months, and seven days (but who's counting), he was appointed the inaugural Peter and Laurie Weinberger Professorship in Cancer…

Cynthia Kim, a four-year advisor and assistant dean of undergraduate advising at Case Western Reserve University, was selected as one of 12 emerging leaders across the U.S. for the National Academic Advising Association’s (NACADA) 2025–27 Emerging Leaders Program. During this…

Case Western Reserve University President Eric W. Kaler and Provost Joy K. Ward announced that Christian A. Zorman, senior associate dean and the F. Alex Nason Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering, will serve as interim dean of Case Western Reserve…

Liliane C. Windsor joins the Mandel School as the Lillian F. Harris Professor of Social Work on July 1. A leading figure in the quest for health equity, her groundbreaking research is dedicated to elevating marginalized communities—through the application of critical…