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James C. Wyant, a 1965 alumnus who transformed lives as an academic, entrepreneur and philanthropist, died Friday after fighting Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)—the neurodegenerative condition also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He was 80 years old. “Jim Wyant believed passionately in the power...

Most days, staff members at Case Western Reserve University lead typical schedules in their respective departments. But for a select group of self-described book lovers, a passion for the written word helps break their Wednesday routines. The members of the aptly named Wednesday Book Lovers club co...

Though classes for most programs at Case Western Reserve University start later this month, summer isn’t over yet, and our city’s lineup of upcoming events is proof. Looking for ways to soak up the warm weather in the CLE before it goes away? We’ve got a few suggestions of uniquely Cleveland events ...

Though decades have passed since the Space Race took place, Earth’s moon remains the only place beyond our planet where humans have set foot. As the brightest and largest object in our night sky, the moon causes tides that create a rhythm—one that has guided humans for thousands of years. The moon...

For nearly a week last month, people around the world eagerly awaited updates on the saga of the missing Titan submersible. Each moment upped the ante, as the theoretical clock of suspected available oxygen neared zero, until ultimately, the story ended in tragedy with the discovery of debris. But ...

July is National Ice Cream Month, and with rising temperatures in Cleveland, it’s a great time to check out some local favorites. Those who work and study at Case Western Reserve University likely know their way to the nearest Mitchell’s Ice Cream shop in University Circle, and many have probably he...

Think about it: You’re trying to complete an online form, but then the webpage gives confusing, conflicting information. The submission button doesn’t seem to work, and the embedded image with instructions is grainy and hard to read. This experience is one we all have likely encountered at some po...

This article originally appeared in the summer 2023 edition of Forward Thinking magazine. This summer, The Daily will share some of the articles from the latest edition of the magazine. View more stories at case.edu/give/about/news/forward-thinking-magazine. In 2003, Cleveland’s future was in crisi...

From the beaches of Lake Erie to running trails throughout the Emerald Necklace to scenic views from waterfront patios, Cleveland has plenty of natural beauty—and June, Great Outdoors Month, is the perfect time to explore all our city has to offer. The Case Western Reserve University campus boasts c...

The Case Western Reserve University community is mourning the loss of groundskeeper James Bossard, who died June 2. He was 64. When Bossard began working at the university more than 30 years ago, it marked a new chapter in an extensive family legacy. Bossard’s great grandfather, Emil, was the form...