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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A new prescription for Cleveland families: Rx Kids launches a fresh approach to maternal and infant health
First Year Cleveland at the Mandel School is supporting the Cleveland launch of the nationally recognized maternal and infant health program.
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Breaking the cycle: How research is shaping a new approach to gun violence prevention
Recent News
September 17, 2026
Researchers at the Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education are supporting a pilot drug checking program that could save lives.
September 14, 2026
First Year Cleveland at the Mandel School is supporting the Cleveland launch of the nationally recognized maternal and infant health program.
September 11, 2026
Jessica Wojtalik, PhD, assistant professor at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, recently wrote an online article, titled “Effect of cognitive enhancement therapy for early course schizophrenia on gray matter volume: A confirmatory multisite randomized clinical…
September 10, 2026
Case Western Reserve University is home to faculty and staff who play critical roles in helping students grow and prepare for careers of their own.But before they arrived at CWRU, those faculty and staff had years of education of early learning that shaped who they are and how they landed in their…
September 04, 2026
Eight Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff members have been recognized by Who’s Who in Black Cleveland, an organization that celebrates outstanding African American achievement and leadership throughout the Cleveland community and across a variety of industries.Those recognized in the…
August 31, 2026
Spurred on by his MNO at Case Western Reserve, Greg Peckham has spent the past three decades quietly transforming Northeast Ohio
August 21, 2026
Researchers at the Mandel School's Begun Center are evaluating an innovative specialty court program designed to stop the cycle of gun violence before it escalates.
August 21, 2026
On any given day at Case Western Reserve University, you might spot a frisbee sailing across the Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center, hear the Spartan Cheer team rallying fans at a sports game or see students gathering for a meeting, rehearsal or community service project across…
July 08, 2026
For one student, the tuition-free program offered a valuable opportunity to decide if graduate school was right for him—opening doors to education and career growth.
July 06, 2026
Looking to invest in your professional growth this fall? Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff members can take advantage of employee tuition benefits at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. With these benefits, faculty and staff members have the…