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On International Women and Girls in Science Day, we celebrate the women who are shaping the future of science.

At just 11 years old, Nina Thompson learned the power of teamwork after founding a nonprofit organization to support families experiencing domestic violence. Now a fourth-year nursing student at Case Western Reserve University, Thompson continues to see that in action. Originally from…

Each year, National Girls and Women in Sports Day—celebrated the first Wednesday of February—shines a spotlight on the achievements, resilience and impact of women athletes nationwide. At Case Western Reserve University, that legacy is written into the record books. For decades, women…

Ayra Ajay was always impressed by bodybuilders, but she was convinced she didn’t have enough muscle or the proper nutrition to pursue it herself. However, in the fall of 2024, something shifted in Ajay, and she launched a year-long campaign to enter her first bodybuilding competition. Now an…

What is your title? Assistant Director of Enrollment Management and Strategic Initiatives, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine How long have you worked at CWRU? Just over two years! I celebrated my anniversary on Nov. 6. What does a typical day in your role look…

National CRNA Week is Jan. 18–24, and we’re celebrating the advanced nursing professionals who play a critical part in safe anesthesia care.

For most, an eight-year academic journey sounds like a marathon. For Kayla Klatt, a fourth-year MD/PhD student at Case Western Reserve University, it’s an opportunity to reshape the future of cancer care. Originally from Bergen County, New Jersey, and a graduate of Johns Hopkins University,…

For first-year nursing student Alicia Lee, relationships tie into everything she does.

Logan Tsukiyama arrived at Case Western Reserve University determined to make her college education about more than what happens in the classroom. Now a fourth-year student, she has curated a list of extracurricular activities that tie back to her dedication to healthcare improvement. “Learning…

Desir’ee (Desi) Neal didn’t have to look far when she was deciding where to attend college. A Cleveland native, she knew Case Western Reserve University had a strong academic reputation. But what truly drew her in was the potential leadership opportunities at CWRU. Admitted as part of the…