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CWRU faculty members explore tariffs from legal, economic and historical perspectives
Tariffs have been a fixture of the news cycle in 2025, as the Trump administration has moved to implement taxes on imported goods. A matter of foreign and economic importance, tariffs have a range of effects on the economy as a whole and for the average American consumer. Beyond the economic marke...
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Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Provost Joy K. Ward this fall
Case Western Reserve University students seeking guidance are encouraged to participate in one-on-one meetings with Joy K. Ward, provost and executive vice president, this fall. Scheduled in 10-minute increments, these meetings offer students the opportunity to discuss important topics, seek advic...
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Submit nominations for honorary degrees
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to nominate individuals who exemplify the highest ideals and standards of excellence in scholarship, public service, performing arts and other aspects of human endeavor. Current faculty (including those of the special faculty), sta...
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Consider Nominating an Outstanding Colleague for Distinguished University Professor
To the Faculty of Case Western Reserve University: I write to encourage you to consider who among your colleagues deserves the highest honor the university can bestow upon a faculty member: the title of Distinguished University Professor. Distinguished University Professors demonstrate excelle...
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Religious studies’ Justine Howe named faculty director of the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women
The Office of the Provost at Case Western Reserve University recently announced that Justine Howe, associate professor and chair in the Department of Religious Studies, has been appointed as the new faculty director of the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women. A respected scholar and engaged campus...
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CWRU appoints directors for Interprofessional Education and Pre-Professional Scholars Program
Case Western Reserve University is enhancing opportunities for student success through two key leadership appointments that emphasize mentorship and professional preparation. Vikas Gampa has been appointed faculty director of the Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP), effective Aug.1. In this p...
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Welcome Back Letter from the Provost
Dear Colleagues, Welcome to the 2025–26 academic year! As President Kaler wrote last Monday, we begin this academic year at a pivotal moment—not only as we prepare for Case Western Reserve’s bicentennial, but also as the partnership between research institutions and the federal government is being...
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Important Information for Faculty Teaching Fall 2025 Courses
Dear Faculty, Welcome to the Fall 2025 semester! We are excited to greet our new and returning students as they begin or continue their academic journeys at Case Western Reserve University. Below, you will find important information for all faculty, followed by details specific to those teaching un...
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Details on mandatory training sessions for CWRU admissions teams
As of June 20, 2023, all members of Case Western Reserve University admissions teams must attend a mandatory training session on new admissions rules. This includes administrative staff members, directors, reviewers, readers, interviewers, panelists, final decision-makers, and anyone else involved i...
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CWRU Earns Reaccreditation from Higher Learning Commission
Case Western Reserve University has earned reaffirmation of its accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), marking a significant milestone in the university’s longstanding commitment to academic excellence and institutional integrity. CWRU has been continuously accredited by the HLC s...