Office of the Provost

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),…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

In an effort to better support faculty, staff and students at Case Western Reserve University, the Office of the Provost recently welcomed three leaders—William Breeze, Elizabeth Jaszczak and Craig M. Zullig—into important roles that strengthen operations and support systems. Under the…

Dear Faculty Colleagues, As we move into the heart of summer, I want to express my deep appreciation for your continued commitment to our students, your scholarship, and our broader university community. Your work is at the core of Case Western Reserve University’s strength—and this past year…