Events

College is a time of newfound independence, significant learning and, for many, an introduction to some of life’s more vexing struggles. Students arriving on the campus of Case Western Reserve University this fall likely will face all of these challenges, which is why the university chose Justice:…

The Undergraduate Student Government will sponsor a Welcome Back Party Aug. 27 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Freiberger Field. The annual event, open to all undergraduate students, includes live music from a student band (Bending August), a DJ battle with four DJs competing for the students’ vote for…

The Department of Human Resources offers LEAD (Learn, Empower, Achieve & Develop) Certificate Program for Supervisors, an intensive 10-month program for university leaders. This program provides university leaders with the opportunity to increase their leadership competency through classes,…

On Aug. 23, Organizational Development and Learning from the Office of Human Resources will host “Whistle While You Work,” an interactive session to highlight Stomping Ground’s concept and components. Participants will learn why adults need to play, how it helps enhance productivity as well as why…

As part of Case Connects: First Year Service Day, the American Red Cross will host an on-campus blood drive on Thursday, Aug. 25, from noon to 6 p.m. in Thwing Center’s 1914 Lounge. All students, staff, faculty and community members are welcome to join the class of 2015 in giving the gift of…

The petty cash session scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Biomedical Research Building 105 has been canceled. If you have any questions or concerns regarding petty cash funds, contact Joyce Murrell in the General Accounting Office at 368.5935.

Throughout August, the Employee Wellness Program will offer a free kettlebell class by appointment. Classes will be held at 121 Fitness; email Sarah Ziance for more information and to schedule a class.

The Staff Advisory Council will be at Party on the Quad today from 3 to 6 p.m. to spread the word about SAC elections. Online voting has begun to fill positions as Staff Advisory Council representatives for the School of Dental Medicine, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, School of Nursing,…

A team for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s has been created in memory of Mark A. Smith, a professor of pathology and renowned Alzheimer’s researcher who died in December. Smith created the team three years ago to support local Alzheimer’s researchers and enrich the link between…

On Aug. 8, Science Café Cleveland presents “The Most Incredible Animal Park You Have Never Seen: A Trip To Prehistoric South America.” Darin Croft, assistant professor in the Department of Anatomy, will guide guests through ancient game parks, focusing on the strange mammals that once roamed South…