University News
October 29, 2020
Eric W. Kaler grew research, fundraising and graduation rates Case Western Reserve Board Chair Fred DiSanto announced today that the trustees have selected former University of Minnesota President Eric W. Kaler to lead the institution as of July 1, 2021. “Our university’s growing momentum…
October 23, 2020
The last few months have been marked by unparalleled stress and anxiety for many, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues and the presidential election approaches. The Case Western Reserve University community is no exception. To help students, faculty and staff cope during these challenging times, a…
October 22, 2020
Ten years ago, the Case Western Reserve University Social Justice Institute was established to advance a critical mission: Examine the root causes of social injustice and develop innovative solutions—striving to create a just world. The Social Justice Institute (SJI) supports and facilitates…
October 14, 2020
Covered in yellows, reds, and leftover hints of green, the fall foliage on campus this weekend provided the perfect backdrop for the annual Homecoming and Family Weekend. Unfortunately, 2020 had other plans. This year, there would be no hugs from parents, no handshakes to former classmates and no…
October 12, 2020
The Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence at Case Western Reserve University will postpone their annual Inamori Ethics Prize events until 2021, and during the 2020-21 academic year, will instead provide space for a continuing conversation, examination and introspection on a topic…
October 09, 2020
Alumnus James C. Wyant’s most recent gift will benefit athletics and two schools As Case Western Reserve kicked off its first virtual homecoming weekend with the annual Blue Block Party, university leadership announced a $2 million commitment from alumnus James C. Wyant (CIT ’65) toward…
October 09, 2020
In 1985, five students became the first class of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) to graduate from Case Western Reserve University when they earned Master of Science in Nursing - Midwifery degrees from the Frances Payne Bolton (FPB) School of Nursing. Thirty-five years later, as the world…
October 07, 2020
Homecoming is an opportunity for Case Western Reserve University alumni, students, faculty and staff to show their Spartan spirit. And while the COVID-19 pandemic prevents large in-person gatherings this year, the university community will still have the chance to celebrate homecoming. “Canceling…
October 06, 2020
Case Western Reserve University’s Think Forum lecture series will present a free virtual lecture this fall examining African American women’s pursuit of political power. For the Oct. 22 event, Think Forum is partnering with Case Western Reserve University History Associates and the Department of…
October 06, 2020
What happens when you pair a local entrepreneur with a group of senior chemical engineering students? A really sweet new product. Jamel Rahkeera is a Cleveland native who started farming in 2009 with a small backyard plot, and in 2010, established Village Family Farms, an urban farm located in the…