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Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel
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At Case Western Reserve University’s Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, equity, innovation and transformation are more than just values—they’re deeply embedded in all of the research and work we do, and the news we make. Stay up to date on how students, faculty, staff and alumni at the Mandel School are tackling mental health challenges, addressing inequalities, leading community transformation and more.

Recent News

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MNO Informational Lunch
The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences will host an information session for employees to learn more about the Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) program. The MNO Informational Lunch will be held Thursday, June 15, from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Mandel Community…
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Compassion propelled social work pioneer to peerless career
M.C. “Terry” Hokenstad to retire after nearly a half-century of scholarship, service and leadership at Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences It’s only fitting that trinkets of owls—a universal symbol of wisdom—adorn the office of M.C. “Terry” Hokenstad, a social-work…
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Mandel School’s Sonia Minnes recognized for research on prenatal cocaine exposure
The Teratology Society recently honored Sonia Minnes, associate professor at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, for her research on prenatal cocaine exposure. The society is made up of interdisciplinary scientists who research birth defects, reproduction and…
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Mark Joseph’s Integrating the Inner City receives Best Book in Urban Affairs Honorable Mention Award
The Urban Affairs Association (UAA), an international professional association for urban scholars, researchers and public service professionals, recognized a book co-written by Mark Joseph, an associate professor at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences and founding…
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“Volunteerism and Philanthropy: Cultivating Gifts of Time and Money”
Attend a free “lunch-and-learn” panel discussion titled “Volunteerism and Philanthropy: Cultivating Gifts of Time and Money” Thursday, April 27, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Mandel Community Studies Center. The event will explore volunteer engagement with leaders from three major Cleveland…
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Documentary screening of 13th
The university community is invited to a free screening of the documentary 13th Thursday, April 13, at 6 p.m. at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences Noble Commons. Directed by Ava Duvernay, 13th is an in-depth examination of the prison system in the United States…
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2017 Herman D. Stein Lecture in International Social Welfare
Alumnus Gautam N. Yadama (SAS ’85, PhD ’90), dean of the Boston College School of Social Work, will present the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences’ 2017 Herman D. Stein Lecture in International Social Welfare. The lecture, titled "Fires, Fuel, and the Fate of 3…
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Mandel School Spring Open House
Want an in-depth look at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences’ top 10 master’s programs in social work and nonprofit management? Attend the Spring Open House Saturday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mandel School. This event is for both prospective and…
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“Social Entrepreneurship: When Social Mission and Market Forces Meet”
Learn more about Northeast Ohio’s most successful social entrepreneurships from the people who founded them at a Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences “lunch-and-learn” panel discussion. This session, titled "Social Entrepreneurship: When Social Mission and Market Forces…
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"Pasta for CASA: Empathy and Action for Youth Impacted by Foster Care"
The Social Justice Institute and Kappa Alpha Theta will host "Pasta for CASA: Empathy and Action for Youth Impacted by Foster Care," a dinner to raise money for court appointed special advocates. The dinner will be held Wednesday, March 1, from 7 to 8:45 p.m. in the Thwing Center…