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A shared passion for conquering multiple sclerosis (MS) brought together a visionary inventor and a leading neurological scientist at Case Western Reserve University. Today, their shared vision is accelerating with a $2.5 million commitment from the Thomas F. Peterson Jr. Charitable Trust to…

As the holiday season approaches, the Case Western Reserve University community is once again invited to join together for the CWRU Family Thanksgiving. Held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Thwing Student Center Ballroom, this free event offers…

The university will continue with Appreciative Time Off for faculty, staff and postdocs this Thanksgiving holiday and during winter break. On Wednesday, Nov. 26, administrative offices will close at 3 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday. University offices will be closed on Thanksgiving and the…

When someone experiences sexual assault, every moment afterward matters. How a survivor is met—with compassion, understanding and care—can make a lasting difference in their healing process. Recognizing the importance of this first response, Case Western Reserve University’s Division of Public…

With near-perfect fall weather, Case Western Reserve University’s Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2025 (Oct. 9-12) brought the campus to life as more than 2,400 alumni, students, families, faculty, and community members reconnected across 152 events—marking its highest attendance since the COVID-19…

At Case Western Reserve University, Sears think[box] has long been a space where creativity and technology converge—allowing individuals to bring their ideas to life. This fall, the world-class innovation center continues that mission by hosting the Open Print Exchange, an international…

As the leaves turn and days are becoming cooler, Cleveland will transform into a vibrant tapestry of fall colors and seasonal festivities. For families visiting during Parent and Family Weekend (Oct. 9-12)—which coincides with Homecoming and Reunion Weekend this year—the city offers a plethora of…

After 37 years of dedicated service, the Kelvin Smith Library community bids a fond farewell to William “Bill” Claspy, who will retire tomorrow (Oct. 3)—the same day he celebrates his work anniversary at Case Western Reserve University. Following in the footsteps of his father—a professor of…

Fall has officially arrived in Cleveland, and in northeast Ohio, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the season. At Case Western Reserve University, the campus lawns and quads are starting to show hints of fall, while the rest of Northeast Ohio is on track for a full display of color in the…

For generations, students have arrived at Case Western Reserve University with big ambitions and bold goals—drawn by the university’s rigorous academics, vibrant research culture, and the opportunities found in a city as dynamic as Cleveland. Now, that student perspective is echoed on a national…