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First impressions matter—they shape perceptions and serve as an early guide for forming relationships. Higher education is no exception. The first moments on campus influence how people view academic quality and culture. To create a more defined, welcoming experience at Case Western Reserve…

After more than a decade as dean of Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, Kenneth B. Chance Sr. (DEN ’79) will step down from the role Dec. 31. “Ken has helped guide the School of Dental Medicine through a number of significant changes over the past decade, from the…

Each February, Case School of Engineering celebrates Engineers Week (E-Week). The national celebration—which originated in 1951—is a time to reflect on the contributions engineers make to the world and encourage young people to pursue education and careers in the industry. Case Western…

From haircare to bakery treats, creative branding to mobile bartending and much more, Case Western Reserve University is presenting its third annual Black Business Expo. The event, from noon to 6 p.m. Wed., Feb. 12, at the Tinkham Veale University Center, serves two main purposes: to introduce…

Today, Case Western Reserve University launches a website 200 years in the making. Featuring timelines, photos and profiles of some of the university’s most notable people, places and things, the bicentennial website tells a story that began nearly two centuries ago with the signing of Western…

Case Western Reserve University has unveiled the AI in Education initiative hub, a resource that serves as a one-stop shop for all things artificial intelligence (AI) at CWRU. The hub centralizes resources, highlights news and events, and provides updates on how AI is being integrated into the…

Case Western Reserve University School of Law will become the first in the nation to require all first-year law students to earn a certification in legal artificial intelligence (AI). Launching in February of this year, the “Introduction to AI and the Law” program—developed in partnership with…

Clevelanders are no strangers to the impact of winter weather. And this winter is no exception—lake effect snow has made for a harsh season so far, with Lake Erie’s warming temperatures and cold winds from the west combining to blanket the city’s far east side repeatedly. But what does history…

The start of a new year brings a sense of fresh beginnings—and an opportunity to learn something new, advance your career or simply step outside of your comfort zone. This year, turn your aspirations into action by exploring the latest academic offerings at Case Western Reserve University for…

Nearly two centuries ago, the State of Ohio granted the charter establishing Western Reserve College. To recognize Charter Day (Feb. 7, 1826)—and begin the countdown to Case Western Reserve University’s 200th birthday in 2026—students, faculty and staff are invited to participate at several…