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Gemini Enterprise now available to all CWRU students
Ready to take your studying, research and productivity to the next level? All CWRU students now have access to Gemini Enterprise, a secure, advanced AI platform designed to support learning, creativity and collaboration.What can you do with Gemini Enterprise?Explore AI securely: Use…
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Hunger and homelessness awareness month opportunities through CCEL
November includes Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov. 15-21). Join CCEL throughout the month to volunteer, donate, or advocate with organizations working to end hunger and homelessness. VolunteerVisit CampusGroups for a list of activities for which you can volunteer your time throughout…
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Plan ahead for registration
Spring 2027 course registration will open for first-year undergraduates on Friday, Nov. 20, at 7 a.m. Eastern. This is also listed in the Classes & Enrollment tile in SIS and is sometimes referred to as your “enrollment appointment.”To prepare for a successful registration, follow the steps…
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Review your mid-semester grades and finish the semester strong
Mid-semester grades are now available in the Student Information System (SIS). You can view them by selecting “Grades” from the drop-down menu in the academics section of the main student center screen.These grades are for advisory purposes only, which means they are not part of your official…
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Stay safe, be well and stay connected this fall
Now that we have passed Fall Break and had an opportunity to take a deep breath, it's time to reinvest in (or restart) good health practices and safety habits in preparation for the final eight weeks of the semester.Stay safe: As we move into autumn and nightfall comes earlier, we encourage…
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Are You Being Stalked? Recognize the Red Flags
Stalking is often misunderstood, especially in a college environment where frequent communication and overlapping social spaces can blur boundaries. Stalking is a pattern of unwanted contact or monitoring that causes fear, anxiety or disruption to your daily life. While stalking is not widespread…
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Take a shuttle to the airport for fall break
Heading out of town for fall break? Shuttle service to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport will be available Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17. The shuttle will pick students up from two stops: the Greenlink stop near the Juniper residence halls and at the Nursing stop across from Fribley…
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Save the date for course registration
You may have noticed that a Registration Advising Hold was recently added to your account in SIS. This will prevent you from registering for Spring 2027 courses until you meet with your advisor to discuss classes and lift your hold. How to lift your hold: Prior to registration, you must meet with…
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Missing class because you’re sick? Here’s what to do
First and foremost, get the care you need. You can make an appointment with University Health and Counseling Services via myhealthconnect.case.edu or access TimelyCare, the 24/7 telehealth care service.Many common illnesses, such as colds, upper respiratory infections, influenza and gastroenteritis…
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Are you ready to declare your major?
As a first-year student, one of your big milestones is declaring your major or minor, and starting Oct. 1, you can do it all digitally through Stellic!Submit program requests: Easily add, drop, or modify majors, minors, or concentrationsStay updated: Track the approval status of your request as it…