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Celebrate Social Work Month with the Mandel School at our 2025 Impact Series! Join us as we recognize the field of social work and all the incredible things social workers do. All events will be held on campus and via livestream. See a full listing of Mandel School events. ...

Almost two years ago, I was honored to assume the role of president of the National Association of Deans and Directors (NADD) with a clear mission: to unite national social work organizations to find common ground and amplify the transformative impact of social work in promoting equity. This month,...

Chicago Tribune: Robert Fischer, the Grace Longwell Coyle Professor in Civil Society and director of the Center on Poverty and Community Development, said that, for decades, a popular belief has been that the percent of donation dollars diverted to administrative costs is a true measurement of chari...

For generations, Black Americans have stood at the forefront of shaping history, breaking barriers and driving progress in every facet of society—from civil rights and politics to science and the arts. And throughout February, individuals are encouraged to recognize the achievements, resilience and ...

Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio, has announced the appointment of Lee Fisher, JD (LAW ’76, MNO ’05), as its 10th president, beginning July 1. Fisher was the Ohio attorney general from 1991 to 1995, and lieutenant governor from 2007 to 2011. He most recently served as dean of Cleveland St...

For generations, Black Americans have stood at the forefront of shaping history, breaking barriers and driving progress in every facet of society—from civil rights and politics to science and the arts. And throughout February, individuals are encouraged to recognize the achievements, resilience and ...

Melody Stewart, JD, PhD (GRS '08, social welfare), will become a member of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections after winning 64% of the vote from the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party’s executive committee. She is expected to begin her term on March 5, following final approval from Secretary of St...

Meechie Poston, a PhD student in social welfare, will present their poster at the 41st annual National Organization of Forensic Social Work (NOFSW) annual conference this spring. Poston will give a poster presentation on a literature review of the available research regarding housing modality and s...

Howard M. Guttman (SAS ’77), principal of Guttman Development Strategies, Inc. (GDS), was a guest on the latest episode of the Mandel School's podcast, Change Leaders. Guttman has been recognized for his exceptional leadership and consulting expertise. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Mount Arl...

Each year, Case Western Reserve University honors Martin Luther King Jr.—the holiday, the man, the legend—with a celebration that includes a range of activities: workshops, films, panel discussions and acclaimed speakers. All members of the university and the community at large are invited to observ...