discover week

Each member of Case Western Reserve University’s Class of 2030 brings their unique experiences and perspectives to campus, but they also have plenty in common with their peers—from where they come from to how they were involved in their high schools and communities. Last week, they went on a deep…

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…

Before the first classes of the fall semester begin, Case Western Reserve University’s newest students have nine days to find their ways around campus, meet classmates, connect with resources—and start making CWRU feel like home.Discover Week, CWRU’s week-long orientation program for new first-year…

The Office of Orientation and New Student Transitions is seeking orientation leaders who will help welcome first-year and transfer students to Case Western Reserve University in fall 2026. 2026 orientation leaders will share their excitement and knowledge about Case Western Reserve with new…

Today marks the first day of classes at Case Western Reserve University for the 2025-26 academic year—and for the newest first-year and transfer students of our community, the start of an exciting new chapter. To discover why incoming students chose CWRU as the place to begin (or continue)…

The Case Western Reserve University Class of 2029 officially kicked off their first full week on campus with tradition-filled events welcoming them into the CWRU community. On Monday (Aug. 18), first-year and transfer students gathered at Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center for…

When fourth-year biomedical engineering student Julia Cho first stepped onto Case Western Reserve University’s campus for Discover Week, she was a little tired from the whirlwind of move-in, a bit overwhelmed by all the new faces—and completely energized by the possibilities ahead. That first…

Editor’s note: Medha Karumanchi, the author of this story, is a student employee in the University Marketing and Communications department. She is a second-year CWRU student majoring in biochemistry. By the time your orientation lanyard is tucked away and your first syllabi are handed out,…

This weekend marked a milestone for the Case Western Reserve University Class of 2029: move-in day. Hundreds of first-year and transfer students hauled suitcases, boxes, and bins into their new campus homes—greeted by orientation leaders, Spartie, and other volunteers who offered smiles,…

Moving to college is more than just unpacking boxes—it’s the start of a whole new chapter. At Case Western Reserve University, this year’s incoming students will fill campus with a mix of excitement and nerves as they arrive for move-in Aug. 17–18. Few people know that energy better than…