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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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Profiles of Black Excellence: Sharon E. Milligan
In honor of Black History Month, we spoke with some of our Black faculty members to find out what the month means to them and how they plan on observing it.  Sharon E. Milligan, a Grace Longwell Coyle Associate Professor in Social Work, has graduate degrees in social work, public health and…
Mandel School student shares how he shows love on Valentine’s Day and beyond
Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) traditionally evokes symbols of romance, such as candle-lit dinners, flowers and candy. But this annual observance also is a time to celebrate the beauty of love in all forms, whether romantic, platonic, familial or even internal. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we…
Meet John R. Corlett, Distinguished Visiting Community Scholar
Longtime Clevelander and dedicated community member John R. Corlett was appointed a Mandel School Distinguished Visiting Community Scholar for a two-year term that began Jan. 1. With his new appointment, he will guest-lecture courses, offer student-focused events and workshops related to his areas…
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Breaking boundaries, inspiring change: Women in science share their stories
From laboratory spaces to clinical settings and even in villages as far away as Nairobi, Kenya, Case Western Reserve University’s many women in science are breaking boundaries in their fields. But their efforts aren’t only revolutionizing such feats as how we store energy, treat water sources or…
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Breaking boundaries, inspiring change: Women in science share their stories
From laboratory spaces to clinical settings and even in villages as far away as Nairobi, Kenya, Case Western Reserve University’s many women in science are breaking boundaries in their fields. But their efforts aren’t only revolutionizing such feats as how we store energy, treat water sources or…
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Master of Nonprofit Organizations information session
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to join the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences for an information session to learn about the fully in-person Master of Nonprofit Organizations and certificate programs.  This virtual session will be…
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Impact Talks 2024
Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2024 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and staff and their specializations. The events will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m., with the…
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“Paying for Grad School” at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to join the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences for a “Paying for Graduate School” information session Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. During this session, attendees will learn about…
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Mark Chupp is guest editor on themed volume
Mark Chupp, associate professor at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, recently served as a guest editor on a themed volume on the intersection of community-based research and asset-based community development.  The volume, published in Gateways: International…
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Mandel School’s Mark Chupp is guest editor on themed volume
Mark Chupp, associate professor at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, recently served as a guest editor on a themed volume on the intersection of community-based research and asset-based community development. The volume, published in Gateways: International…