Cleveland

On July 22, 1796, Moses Cleaveland and a party of surveyors employed by the Connecticut Land Company arrived at the site of what today is Cleveland, Ohio—thus marking July 22 as Cleveland’s birthday. Beyond establishing the city Case Western Reserve University calls home, that date marked the form...

Bellflower Road will be closed to all traffic Tuesday, July 18, beginning at 7:30 a.m. for resurfacing by the City of Cleveland. Vehicles parked on the street must be moved before 7:30 a.m. The road is expected to reopen to traffic at 4 p.m. Pedestrians can still use the sidewalks on Bellflower Roa...

July is National Ice Cream Month, and with rising temperatures in Cleveland, it’s a great time to check out some local favorites. Those who work and study at Case Western Reserve University likely know their way to the nearest Mitchell’s Ice Cream shop in University Circle, and many have probably he...

Even once the Independence Day fireworks dissipate, the summer activities won’t end in Cleveland. The month ahead is full of opportunities to enjoy what makes our city so special. To get you started, we’ve pulled together three options members of the Case Western Reserve University community can con...

The most recognizable Independence Day tradition in the United States is fireworks. Many cities and communities around the country host their own events to recognize the July 4, 1776, signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here in Cleveland, the most iconic Independence Day celebration takes p...

From the beaches of Lake Erie to running trails throughout the Emerald Necklace to scenic views from waterfront patios, Cleveland has plenty of natural beauty—and June, Great Outdoors Month, is the perfect time to explore all our city has to offer. The Case Western Reserve University campus boasts c...

Aspiring orthopedic surgeon Penelope Halkiadakis to shadow Cleveland Browns As a soccer enthusiast and player, Penelope Halkiadakis, a third-year student at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, frequently visited her sports medicine doctor's office for injuries. But what really igni...

In 2022, President Eric W. Kaler announced Juneteenth would be recognized as a permanent holiday at Case Western Reserve University. The date, June 19, means much more than a day off from classes and work, however—it’s a day that honors freedom for all. Juneteenth pays homage to the date enslaved ...

Though summer doesn’t officially begin until later this month, warm weather is here. With it, many members of the Case Western Reserve University community are looking ahead to longer days, relaxing evenings and opportunities to enjoy the fresh air. For our students who remain on campus taking summ...

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, an annual observance honoring the impact individuals of Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi and Asian American heritage have had on American society. Here in Cleveland, members of the Case Western Reserve University community can learn mo...