Community Engagement

At Horizons Community Clinic, care might begin with an immediate need for treatment, but the impact of that care extends far beyond an appointment—both for the patients it serves and for the medical students who run it.Open Monday evenings to anyone in the Cleveland community—even, and especially,…

Members of the Case Western Reserve University community have ample opportunity to celebrate community throughout the summer. Festivals throughout the city honor different traditions, cultures and artforms, showing off some of Cleveland’s hidden gems.For those looking to engage more with the…

On June 13, part of East 66th Street was transformed into more than just a roadway—it became a place of connection, care and conversation. In front of the Warren E. Anderson MidTown Collaboration Center, families, health professionals and community leaders gathered for the Case Comprehensive Cancer…

Whether you're staying on campus, visiting Cleveland for the first time or looking for new ways to explore Northeast Ohio, summer offers countless opportunities for members of the Case Western Reserve University community to enjoy. Looking to add some experiences to your summer bucket list? We’ve…

As student-athletes decades ago, Fred DiSanto (WRC ’85, MGT ’86), Don Richards (CIT ’79, MGT ’81) and James C. Wyant, PhD (CIT ’65, HON ’23), trained in Adelbert Gym, one of Case Western Reserve University’s oldest buildings, built in 1888. Now, a transformative renovation is underway to bring this…

Members of Weatherhead Women in Business partnered with Saint Joseph Academy in March to help inspire and mentor the next generation of women leaders during the school’s Women’s Leadership Symposium. The event brought together approximately 100 high school students for a day focused on leadership,…

There’s something special about summer in Cleveland. The city comes alive for those lucky enough to experience it. From weekly gatherings such as Wade Oval Wednesdays to local festivals, summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors here in the CLE.For Case Western Reserve University students who have…

“Teaching advocacy gives students agency. They learn to identify gaps, translate evidence and pursue solutions that improve care—whether through clinical practice, research or policy.”— Lia Logio, vice dean for medical educationFor Lia Logio, MD, advocacy belongs in medical education—regardless of…

Case Western Reserve University medical students are helping bring preventive care directly to the community through monthly healthcare programming held at CentroVilla25, Cleveland's premier Latino market and food hall.Each month, School of Medicine students provide free health screenings, like…

It was 1923, and Western Reserve University dental students were busily seeing patients. Cleveland’s population was nearing 1 million, and access to dental care was scarce. The university’s dental clinic was one of the best options, particularly for poor, underserved populations—which meant demand…