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.
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Transforming futures: $5M Mandel Foundation grant expands scholarships, boosts enrollment and supports workforce
In January 2024, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation awarded the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences a five-year, $5 million grant to support scholarships for promising master’s degree students, known as “Mandel Scholars.” “It is rare to receive such a…
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March 31, 2023
The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences invites members of the Case Western Reserve University community to a talk Monday, April 10, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the school’s Noble Commons and virtually via Zoom.
Nancy Rolock, the Henry L. Zucker Professor, will present “The ...
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March 30, 2023
Spring break is a time when many students pack their bags, hop on planes and... continue their studies in faraway destinations. Such opportunities to study abroad are just returning to pre-pandemic levels, and—with visits to countries including Greece, Poland, Spain and beyond—Case Western Reserve U...
March 29, 2023
WEWS: Dan Flannery, the Semi J. and Ruth W. Begun Professor and director of the Begun Center for Violence Prevention, Research and Education, weighed in on another school shooting in Denver, part of a recent uptick in violence in classrooms that is putting pressure on school leaders. “It’s a big cha...
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March 28, 2023
Class Year: May 2024
Degree Program: MSW
Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO
Before beginning at Case Western Reserve University, what were you doing?
I was working as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor Assistant.
Why did you choose CWRU/the Mandel School?
It was almost instinctual for me to apply to the...
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March 27, 2023
Dear colleagues,
In honor of a remarkable career, I share the news about the death of faculty emeritus Dr. Randall D. Cebul whose medical career focused on improving the quality of care for populations most in need. We have lost a true champion for those whose voices often go unheard.
Joining our...
March 24, 2023
MSW student Piper Sereno was selected to receive the 2023 Marie Haug Award.
The Marie Haug Award is presented annually to a graduate student who has shown exemplary performance in their gerontological studies. The award was established in 1990 to honor Dr. Haug’s pioneering work in aging at Case We...
March 23, 2023
In honor of Social Work Month, the Mandel School is highlighting all of the ways we provide impact to our school, university, local community and beyond. Read on to see what we've been up to lately.
Seventh Mandel School faculty member named AASWSW fellow
Victor Groza, the Grace F. Brody Professo...
March 23, 2023
In this issue:
School News
Upcoming Events and CEU Opportunities
Student Spotlight
Alumni News
Faculty News
In Memoriam
Employment and Career Development Opportunities
Read the March 2023 Inside the Action Newsletter....
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March 22, 2023
At the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Jasmine Myers is pursuing her online Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA) with a clear goal in mind: to help victims of human trafficking. Unfortunately, the cause is personal for Myers—and it’s one she resolved to...
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March 21, 2023
Each year, World Social Work Day—celebrated on the third Tuesday of March—highlights the achievements of social workers, raises the visibility of social services for the future of societies, and defends social justice and human rights. Social workers all over the world will celebrate and promote the...