University News

Claire Dorsett is coming home. Dorsett, who grew up in Chardon and explored the campus of Case Western Reserve University as a high school student during summer learning programs, is returning to Northeast Ohio to lead Sears think[box]. Dorsett brings with her a wealth of experience in…

As millions looked skyward last month for the total solar eclipse, including those in the path of totality in Cleveland, we were reminded of the mysteries and challenges that lie beyond our atmosphere. Among the vast expanse of the cosmos, questions still linger—questions that push the boundaries…

Whether you’re powering through the end of finals or coordinating your post-semester plans, you’re likely looking forward to the much-anticipated summer months and the many events they bring. May is a great time to explore Cleveland and we’ve pulled together some suggestions for members of the…

April 2024 marks the 23rd anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month—a movement that calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and impacts every person in the community. This year’s theme, “Building Connected Communities,” underscores that goal, and aims to show how our…

The Hartwell Foundation, a Memphis-based philanthropic institution that funds innovative biomedical research to benefit children of the United States, has again selected Case Western Reserve University among its 2024 Top 10 Centers of Biomedical Research. The other 2024 Hartwell Top 10 Research…

From movies set in dystopian futures to real-life courtroom dramas, DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, has fueled storytellers’ imaginations for decades. The molecule responsible for shaping our understanding of biological inheritance has inspired everything from comic book tales about the birth of…

On April 13, 130 students from Case Western Reserve University served at 16 different local nonprofit partner organizations in recognition of the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning (CCEL)’s Saturday of Service. During this event, students participated in various activities including:…

Since stepping in as interim co-deans for the Weatherhead School of Management in September 2022, J.B. Silvers and Andrew Medvedev (CWR '97) are now embarking on new endeavors: Medvedev, an active alumnus and long-time investment banker and investor, will become the school's dean, and Silvers, an…

Dance isn't only a means of physical activity—it is an art form that can reflect cultural identity, often representing the history, traditions and values of different communities. Case Western Reserve University students showcase the breadth of options, from dance forms such as ballet, swing and…

Across the Case Western Reserve University campus, researchers drive discovery in a wide array of subjects—from engineering to medicine, nursing, social work, physics and beyond. Their work often takes place in laboratories, surrounded by high-tech computers or research equipment such as beakers,…