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Case Western Reserve University has landed a pioneer—and familiar face—as its new vice president for enterprise risk management. Boyd Kumher, who became the University of Minnesota's first chief compliance officer in 2016, will arrive with more than 25 years of experience in higher education and…

Just moments before noon on Friday, March 15, 204 soon-to-be-graduating medical students from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine initiated the countdown: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… Then, the anticipated moment arrived, marking a pivotal milestone in their paths to becoming physicians. At…

In the bustling world of academia—where late nights and early mornings are often the norm—caffeine reigns supreme as an elixir of productivity. With March being Caffeine Awareness Month, The Daily set out to learn more about this ubiquitous stimulant with the help of Ryan Marino, assistant…

There are several factors that can influence an individual’s memory—and sleep habits are crucial. Beyond influencing our ability to fight disease and develop immunity, proper sleep is also essential for improving our overall brain performance. Masashi Tabuchi In recognition of National…

Michael Goldberg’s fifth Fulbright award is a little bit like the first. “Same corner of the world, and dedication to developing an entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Goldberg, associate professor of design and innovation at Case Western Reserve University’s Weatherhead School of Management and…

As the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, Cleveland transforms into a vibrant tapestry of colors—thanks to the blooming flowers that dot its parks, gardens and urban landscapes. Spring begins today (March 19) and Case Western Reserve University students, faculty and staff have a…

For most students, spring break is a great time to return home to recharge. But for some, it’s the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in a different culture. Case Western Reserve University’s Office of Education Abroad offers several programs over spring break for students who want to…

Members of the Department of Math making "pi" chains Every March 14 (3/14), mathematicians, scientists and math lovers around the world celebrate Pi Day, a commemoration of the mathematical sign pi (π), expressed most simply by the decimals 3.14 (although they go on forever, of course; more on…

Implicit bias in technology. Ethics in environmental engineering. Neuroscience and music. These are just a few of the topics being studied by Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Fellows in Case Western Reserve University’s new Experimental Humanities program. Aimed at integrating the humanities with…

No matter how long they spend at Case Western Reserve, students, faculty and staff capture and retain vivid memories of the people, places and things that define their time here. Taken together, these memories tell a story that covers nearly two centuries: the history of Case Western Reserve…