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As Case Western Reserve University’s Class of 2025 prepares to formally receive their degrees during commencement ceremonies May 14-18, the university will also recognize two distinguished individuals with honorary degrees. These awards acknowledge recipients’ exceptional lifetime contributions to…

Alumnus and longtime faculty member to become the nursing school’s 14th dean

From advocating for patients to leading innovations in care, nurses are at the heart of health systems across the U.S. and around the world. The American Nurses Association (ANA) is dedicated to recognizing the unwavering dedication, expertise and compassion nurses bring to healthcare, and invites…

Many children envision “going pro” the first time they step onto a sports field, a dream further propelled by the dedication and love they have for the game through the years. For one Case Western Reserve University football player, that dream is one step closer. Noah Coyne, a wide receiver on the…

Whether navigating health concerns, financial difficulties or major life changes, life can sometimes feel overwhelming—often when we least expect it. There can be moments when it's difficult to stay grounded, let alone optimistic. At Case Western Reserve University, services offered by…

Case Western Reserve University’s story is nearly 200 years in the making. Each April, Legacy Week celebrates the people, traditions and events that have shaped our institution—and those whose work will inspire future generations of CWRU students, faculty, staff and postdocs. We spoke to student…

When Wayne Hawthorne and his wife, Maria, went hiking in Grand Canyon National Park 20 years ago, they faced an unfortunate turn of events: Maria broke her ankle. Following an emergency medevac to the park’s South Rim, she found help from a volunteer Preventative Search and Rescue (PSAR) ranger who…

From conducting research at the Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education to leading student organizations such as the Middle Eastern Cultural Association, those of Arab American heritage are engaged in countless facets of Case Western Reserve University. In recognition of…

At Case Western Reserve University, students are more than guests in our city—they are Clevelanders for the duration of their studies on campus. For many, that comes with a desire to give back to the neighbors who have welcomed them to the community. From participation in the Civic Engagement…

Bhavya Bansal, of Tampa, Florida, knew she wanted to complete her pre-med undergraduate degree in Cleveland—surrounded by four major hospitals—but didn't realize just how much CWRU would shape her beyond academics. In one of her bioethics classes with Elieen Anderson, Bansal read about…