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Interdisciplinary research, collaboratives and achievements define the Case Western Reserve University College of Arts and Sciences’ community—across countless disciplines. From literary awards and scientific discoveries to stories of social impact and student innovation, the College of Arts and Sciences is where bold ideas become newsworthy moments.
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Former Emerging Scholar Kristina Bowdrie brings her journey full circle at CWRU
The first time Kristina Bowdrie, PhD (CWR ’17), walked through the doors of Case Western Reserve University, she was a nervous first-year student hoping to find her footing. Twelve years later, she’s walking those halls again—this time as a mentor, researcher and assistant professor. For Bowdrie…
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November 07, 2025
Linebach’s “PHASIC” will premiere this weekend at Cleveland Dance Festival
October 31, 2025
The first time Kristina Bowdrie, PhD (CWR ’17), walked through the doors of Case Western Reserve University, she was a nervous first-year student hoping to find her footing. Twelve years later, she’s walking those halls again—this time as a mentor, researcher and assistant professor. For…
October 30, 2025
When Denna Iammarino, lecturer at Case Western Reserve University’s Department of English, began teaching her Academy Inquiry Seminars (AIQS) course—“What is a Book?: Art, Function, Form”—on campus, she hoped to offer students a more hands-on experience with various types of book…
October 28, 2025
Theater and cognitive science don’t seem to have much in common on the surface. But Case Western Reserve University student Sydney Raby finds them to be the perfect combination for a future career as a speech-language pathologist. “I’ve always loved storytelling and understanding how people…
October 23, 2025
As members of the Case Western Reserve University community celebrated Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2025, the College of Arts and Sciences took time to recognize exceptional alumni from the college. Nearly 90 supporters attended the Oct. 10 IGNITE: A Celebration of Leadership and Philanthropy…
October 22, 2025
From studying biology, psychology and marketing, to advancing agricultural innovation and helping individuals embrace their cultural identities, those of Filipino heritage are engaged with countless facets of Case Western Reserve University. In recognition of Filipino American History Month,…
October 16, 2025
Case Western Reserve University College of Arts and Sciences has named Amy Arbogast as its new associate dean for strategic initiatives, finance and administration, effective Oct. 1. With a career spanning higher education, nonprofit leadership and financial management, Arbogast brings both…
October 16, 2025
Case Western Reserve University’s College of Arts and Sciences has announced two new co-chairs for the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) program: Ananya Dasgupta, assistant professor of history, and Megan Swihart Jewell, senior instructor in the Department of English. Dasgupta…
October 15, 2025
Sometimes, mothers truly do know best. Judy Strauss-Schwartz hadn’t considered Case Western Reserve until her mother urged her to visit while touring colleges in the Cleveland area. Upon seeing the campus and meeting current students, she was hooked. Four years later, with her American studies…
October 15, 2025
After earning his second degree from CWRU, Cleveland native Jeffrey Verespej was surprised to find no local alumni chapter existed. Motivated by a passion for the city and a dedication to service, he helped launch the Cleveland Alumni Chapter in 2011. “There’s an essential link between the…