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To further elevate Case Western Reserve University’s role as an engaged and leading driver of regional economic growth and innovation, the university today announced the promotion of Michael Oakes to executive vice president for research and economic development, effective Jan. 1. Oakes,…

On display at Case Western Reserve University Wade Park Community Engagement Center

Each year, the Office of Education Abroad creates opportunities for Case Western Reserve University students to broaden their horizons—immersing themselves in new cultures, academic environments and perspectives that extend far beyond campus. To recognize International Education Week (Nov.…

The Marian K. Shaughnessy Nurse Leadership Academy will expand its impact, thanks to single largest gift in school history

After 16 years at Case Western Reserve, Vice President for Enrollment Management Rick Bischoff announced today that he will be leaving the university effective Jan. 9, 2026. He will be returning to California to serve as vice president of enrollment at Chapman University. “The university’s…

A shared passion for conquering multiple sclerosis (MS) brought together a visionary inventor and a leading neurological scientist at Case Western Reserve University. Today, their shared vision is accelerating with a $2.5 million commitment from the Thomas F. Peterson Jr. Charitable Trust to…

As the holiday season approaches, the Case Western Reserve University community is once again invited to join together for the CWRU Family Thanksgiving. Held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Thwing Student Center Ballroom, this free event offers…

The university will continue with Appreciative Time Off for faculty, staff and postdocs this Thanksgiving holiday and during winter break. On Wednesday, Nov. 26, administrative offices will close at 3 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday. University offices will be closed on Thanksgiving and the…

When someone experiences sexual assault, every moment afterward matters. How a survivor is met—with compassion, understanding and care—can make a lasting difference in their healing process. Recognizing the importance of this first response, Case Western Reserve University’s Division of Public…

With near-perfect fall weather, Case Western Reserve University’s Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2025 (Oct. 9-12) brought the campus to life as more than 2,400 alumni, students, families, faculty, and community members reconnected across 152 events—marking its highest attendance since the COVID-19…