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Meet some outstanding graduate students from the CWRU Class of 2026
Every late night, every game-winning play, every hour of service—it all leads to this moment. Next week, Case Western Reserve University will celebrate the graduating Class of 2026 at commencement ceremonies May 15-17. We could never tell every story. But ahead of commencement, we sat down with…
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CWRU honors two Faculty Distinguished Research Award winners: Grace McComsey and Michael P. Scharf
Case Western Reserve University awarded the 2025 Faculty Distinguished Research Award to Grace McComsey and Michael P. Scharf for their work in making a far-reaching impact in advancing medicine and in international diplomacy. Established in 2013, the Faculty Distinguished Research Award is given…
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Meet a postdoctoral scholar bringing his experience in law to his work with the Social Justice Institute
A graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Law, Alireza Nourani-Dargiri (LAW ’22), JD, clerked for Justice Melissa Hart at the Colorado Supreme Court before returning to Cleveland to be with his then-fiancée (now wife). When a position was posted at CWRU’s Social Justice Institute,…
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5 questions with School of Law’s Xi Chen, Class of 2026
As graduation approaches at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, students look back on the experiences that shaped their time on campus—and ahead to the paths they’re about to begin. From discovering their academic interests to gaining hands-on experience through clinics, competitions and…
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5 questions with School of Law’s Carter Callender, Class of 2026
As graduation approaches at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, students look back on the experiences that shaped their time on campus—and ahead to the paths they’re about to begin. From discovering their academic interests to gaining hands-on experience through clinics, competitions and…
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From rainout shelters to the courtroom: Inside CWRU students' and researchers' environmental work
Each year, Earth Day (April 22) highlights the importance of protecting natural resources, combating climate change and promoting sustainability—from recycling and reducing waste to supporting eco-friendly businesses. At Case Western Reserve University, that commitment extends far beyond a single…
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CUSLI Celebrates 50 Years of Impact in Washington, D.C.
The Canada-United States Law Institute (CUSLI) marked its 50th Anniversary with a highly successful conference in Washington, D.C., bringing together legal scholars, practitioners, policymakers, alumni and friends to explore issues shaping the future of the U.S.-Canada relationship.The milestone…
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Sugarman Scholar reaps the rewards of mentorship opportunity
The experience is a two-way street for 1L Matt Fantauzzo and his alumni mentor, Luke Dauchot
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Case Western Reserve University named to Forbes’ ‘New Ivies’ list
Evaluation based on preparing and graduating students that employers seek in an evolving AI-driven workforce
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Law school launches inaugural Academic Exchange Experience
2L Aabid Shivji spearheads a new way to share scholarly projects