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Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation transforms lives of those with musculoskeletal, neurological challenges The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) at MetroHealth Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University ranked first in the country in National Institutes o...

Since its founding by the National Society of Professional Engineers over 70 years ago, Engineers Week—often referred to as E-Week—has been a way to recognize how engineers make a difference in the world. “It’s not a week of technical work. It’s about celebrating the problem solving that engineers ...

The devastating earthquakes that occurred in Turkey and Syria on Feb. 6 have left many around the world—and here on our university campus—wanting to help. Members of the Case Western Reserve University Turkish American community have identified two humanitarian organizations, for those who wish to...

Since the early 1900s, Black nonprofit organizations have existed nationwide to promote civil and social action and foster unity among the African American community. Initially created as a result of racial isolation and discrimination, these groups continue to pursue their core goals today at insti...

On Sunday, a substantial portion of the United States population and countless viewers around the world will be fixated on one event: the Super Bowl. But, how has a single sporting event become one of the most (if not the most) prominent secular features on the annual calendar? To find out, The Dai...

Feb. 4 is National Thank a Mail Carrier Day—a time to appreciate the work of those in the profession, which, in places like Cleveland, often takes place in the blowing rain or heavy snow. To recognize the many people who deliver mail for Case Western Reserve University, The Daily spent time with Nic...

We’re officially in the thick of winter in Cleveland, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay huddled indoors. Your social schedule can be full year round here in The Land, with opportunities to explore notable spots and little-known gems during February. Whether you’re invigorated by the cold tempe...

Regardless of the form it takes, art provides a creative outlet to express our sense of identity and communicate ideas or perspectives. And on National Inspire Your Heart with Art Day (Jan. 31), we’re reminded to appreciate the impact art has within our everyday lives—from visual works (i.e., painti...

This article appeared in the fall/winter 2022 issue of Think magazine. Over the next few weeks, The Daily will share some of the stories from the magazine's latest issue. Read more at case.edu/think. Michael Oakes and Dean Tufts grew up together in a small town in western Massachusetts. They rode b...

For thousands of years, Chinese New Year has been celebrated throughout Asia to welcome Lichun (the beginning of spring) and new beginnings in Chinese culture. Today, this annual, 15-day celebration continues to bring friends and families across the world together for feasts and festivities. “Durin...