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If you ever walked around Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine’s admitting or radiology clinics and heard someone say, “we can do it,” there’s a good chance that was Sue Opsitnick. A radiology technician who dedicated nearly two decades to Case Western Reserve University,…

When Fredrick Kizito completed his PhD in molecular virology at Case Western Reserve University in May 2022, he decided to apply his training in a familiar place. He’s now a postdoctoral scholar alongside Jonathan Karn in the Department of Molecular Biology and Microbiology at Case Western Reserve…

As Innovation Week 2024 approaches, the Case Western Reserve University community is looking forward to an exciting week of events. Among them is a kickoff luncheon Monday, Oct. 28, featuring a keynote address from James A. Kenyon, director of NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. As the…

Each year, National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 serves as a powerful reminder of the strength, vulnerability and authenticity it takes to embrace one’s true self. First observed in 1988, the day serves as an opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate their authentic selves and advocate for…

The students in Case Western Reserve University’s undergraduate Class of 2028 aren’t the only new faces on campus this semester. The university also welcomed new tenure-track and tenured faculty members to its ranks, including many at the College of Arts and Sciences. Earlier this semester, we…

The students in Case Western Reserve University’s undergraduate Class of 2028 aren’t the only new faces on campus this semester. The university also welcomed new tenure-track and tenured faculty members to its ranks, including many at Case School of Engineering. Earlier this semester, we asked…

Coaching is about more than just calling plays—it’s about inspiring, motivating and helping athletes grow both in their sport and in life. The best coaches don’t just focus on winning; they guide their teams to become stronger individuals while fostering a sense of unity and purpose. That’s why,…

Daniel Clare, a third-year student majoring in mechanical and aerospace engineering, has worked late into the night many times at Case Western Reserve University. But it’s not just his studies that keep him up. As the suspension and steering lead on the CWRU Motorsports Baja SAE team, Clare has…

From classrooms to conference rooms, Case Western Reserve University is weaving diversity, equity and inclusion into the fabric of campus life. Key to this mission is the Diversity Executive Advisory Council, which ensures each school has a voice in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).…

Brendan Silva’s research is personal. As a United States Army veteran who served from 2016 to 2020, Silva saw firsthand the toll combat can have on soldiers’ mental health. Now, after transfering to Case Western Reserve University in early 2023, Silva is a senior studying…