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Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel
School of Applied Social Sciences

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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Cycles of trauma
The ongoing tragedy of children exposed to violence Gun violence is the leading cause of death among children in the United States—a trend that's only worsened since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But what are the lives like of children who are shot—and live? Case Western Reserve researchers…
Numbers never speak for themselves
Public Interest Technology: Francisca García-Cobián Richter, research associate professor and associate director at the Center on Poverty and Community Development, outlined the necessity of understanding societal data beyond surface-level analysis, drawing parallels with personal health. She…
The importance of police officer relationships with the communities they serve
Spectrum News: Daniel Flannery, director of the Begun Center for Violence Prevention and Research, discussed the importance of strong relationships between police officers and the communities in which they serve.    Read the article
Connecting classroom and community
Classroom Without Walls welcomes social work professionals and offers pathway to continued education By Lauren Marchaza  Like many school social workers, Cassandra Klein has an office stocked with snacks, clothing, socks, coats, gloves and other essentials students might reach for throughout the…
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Get To Know MNO: Breakfast Edition
Join representatives from the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences for a morning of networking and insight about our Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and our Certificate of Nonprofit Management (CNM) programs during an in-person event Wednesday, June 5. The event…
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An expanding global presence
International students are turning to the Mandel School to translate their passion for social work into action By Daniel Robison For Nigeria native Ayowole Samuel Ajiboye, volunteering with the United Nations to advance sustainable development goals in his home country sparked an interest in…
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A growing understanding
As legislation to restrict transgender individuals’ access to care passes around the country, Mandel School faculty, students and alumni consider the impact—and take action By Emily Mayock When Sara Roberts’ 15-year-old child told her they are transgender, Roberts felt confident she could…
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Commencement 2024
The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences celebrated the graduation of its Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO), and PhD in Social Welfare students on Friday, May 17, 2024. The Mandel School's diploma ceremony took place at the Maltz…
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Master of Social Work weekend program information session
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to a virtual information session to learn about the innovative weekend format for the Master of Social Work program at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. This session will be held Tuesday, May…
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Police officers killed in the line of duty up 25% from same time last year
WEWS: Following the recent murder of Euclid police officer Jacob Derbin, Daniel Flannery, the director of the Begun Center for Violence Prevention and Research, noted that the number of police officers killed in the line of duty so far this year is up 25% from the same time last year. “Many times,…