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Exactly 100 years ago, Frances Payne Bolton gifted Western Reserve University the largest endowment of its time to create an independent school of nursing. As celebratory centennial events take place throughout the year, Nurses Week (May 6-12) and National Nurses Month (recognized in May) offer the…

The study of medieval art is flourishing at Case Western Reserve University. Among the latest developments: a Microsoft HoloLens Immersive Realms application that allows students to experience medieval treasures as their first owners might have done, and a new medieval student group that hopes to…

For thousands of years, versions of the saying “laughter is the best medicine” have emerged in religious, scientific and popular literature—and for good reason. Laughter helps our neurological, physical, emotional, cognitive and social health and well-being in multiple ways. To find out why…

The Kentucky Derby is the longest continuously held sporting event in the United States, with the first event being held in 1875—but chances are you don’t know much about it beyond its fanfare. The 2023 Kentucky Derby—taking place May 6 in Louisville, Kentucky—is the 149th renewal of the horse…

Every year, countless individuals look forward to Cinco de Mayo (May 5) as a day to shamelessly enjoy tacos and similar Hispanic foods. Yet, there are many misconceptions associated with the day—down to its origins, which are often associated with Mexico's independence from Spain (an act that…

In September, Brian Bowers took on a role that had long been in flux: that of the box office manager at Case Western Reserve University’s Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center. An inherently busy position made even more challenging by a transition to a new ticketing system, the opportunity…

Food insecurity—the lack of steady access to nutritionally adequate food—during pregnancy is linked to premature births and poorer health for low-income mothers and their babies, contributing to staggering rates of infant mortality in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County. To address this critical need, a…

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, an annual observance honoring the impact individuals of Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi and Asian American heritage have had on American society. Here in Cleveland, members of the Case Western Reserve University community can learn…

President Kaler praises Vinson’s contributions; names Dean Joy K. Ward to serve as interim provost Ben Vinson III Case Western Reserve President Eric W. Kaler announced today that Provost Ben Vinson III will step down June 30 to lead Howard University, a nationally renowned historically Black…

With spring semester classes at Case Western Reserve University ending today (May 1), students are hunkering down to study for finals, and faculty and staff members are wrapping up grading and other end-of-year tasks. Need a break from the books or the influx of work? Start planning your summer…