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Animal abuse as a pretext for interpersonal violence
The federal government recently passed a bill making it a felony to torture, abuse and/or neglect animals. Violating the law carries up to a seven-year prison sentence. But what defines “abuse and neglect” is now up for debate. A new study by researchers at Case Western Reserve University examines...
Animal abuse as a pretext for interpersonal violence
The federal government recently passed a bill making it a felony to torture, abuse and/or neglect animals. Violating the law carries up to a seven-year prison sentence. But what defines “abuse and neglect” is now up for debate. A new study by researchers at Case Western Reserve University examines...
Homelessness just ‘one of the concerns’ when someone is evicted
A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University analyzed five years’ worth of eviction data from the Cleveland Housing Court and spent several weeks in court interviewing those who were evicted. They found that the threat of homelessness is just one of the worries for those losing their ...
Biegel receives 2020 Distinguished Career Achievement Award from SSWR
David E. Biegel, PhD, the Henry L. Zucker Professor of Social Work Practice at the Mandel School, has received the 2020 Distinguished Career Achievement Award from the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR). Presented by one of the premier social work associations, this award recognizes outsta...
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From the President: A look forward to the new year—and a reflection on the past
To the Case Western Reserve Community: We start this decade amid significant uncertainty. From recent military escalation in Iran to ongoing effects of climate change, the new year dawns with ample cause for concern. Yet to me, it offers even greater reason for hope. Just last week, the American ...
Study: Reduce crime by focusing efforts on rapists
Warning: This article contains specific information related to sexual assaults and rapes in the Cleveland area. Larry McGowan is a sexual-assault offender, identified through the DNA testing of thousands of rape kits in Cleveland. He’s been linked to raping six women—killing one of them—during a 1...
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State of the University 2019
Editor’s Note: After consultation with the Faculty Senate in 2014, the president’s annual State of the University report transitioned from a spoken address to a written account. Below is 2019’s edition. To the Case Western Reserve University Community: It is difficult to believe that this is my ...
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Intersections: Symposium and Poster Session
Case Western Reserve University will celebrate undergraduate research and creative projects at Intersections: Symposium and Poster Session Friday, Dec. 6. Support of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors (SOURCE) hosts this special event during which students can celebrate their success and ...
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Research Fair
Shadowing Case by Case will host a Research Fair Friday, Nov. 8, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Thwing Center atrium. During the fair, Case Wetern Reserve University undergraduate students will have the chance to explore research opportunities for the upcoming semester, summer and more. The Research F...
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Register for Intersections: SOURCE Undergraduate Poster Session
Undergraduate student researchers and creative producers at Case Western Reserve University can celebrate their successes by sharing their work at the Intersections: SOURCE Undergraduate Poster Session. The final deadline for students to register for Intersections is Nov. 6. Students presenting the...