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Contribute to the 2026 Battle of the Badges Food Drive
The Division of Public Safety at Case Western Reserve University is hosting the second annual Battle of the Badges Food Drive. This is a friendly competition between CWRU Police Department, University Circle Police Department and Cleveland Clinic Police, with all food and monetary donations going…
Jimiyu Edwards and Paul Owens pose for a photo with their K9s, Spartie and Maverick in front of Adelbert Hall
What 20 years on the job looks like for two of CWRU police’s first officers
As the CWRU Police Department marks its 20th anniversary, Chief Paul Owens and Officer Jimiyu Edwards reflect on the department’s growth, memorable milestones and community-focused work
Photo taken outside of Thwing Center of benches on a sunny fall day
Apply for the Engaged Leaders Academy
The Engaged Leaders Academy is a 10-session, year-long cohort experience offered to faculty and staff who want to explore how they might be more resonant and connected leaders. The program guides participants on a journey of discovery through conversations, readings, presentations and experiences…
A group of six students bundled up in winter coats on campus.
Donate warm weather items for students and their families
As winter weather approaches, the Office of International Student Resources and Engagement wants to ensure Case Western Reserve University students and their families have access to the winter essentials they need to stay warm throughout the season in Northeast Ohio.The Office of International…
CWRU Letters outside of the Quad
CWRU recognized with 2026 Fiesta of Hope Partner Award
During Hispanic Heritage Month, observed annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Case Western Reserve University received the 2026 Fiesta of Hope Partner Award from Esperanza.The award recognizes CWRU’s long-standing collaboration with Esperanza and its commitment to supporting student success through…
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Attend a Collaboratory & Coffee session
The Collaboratory platform, administered by the Office of Government and Community Relations office, is how Case Western Reserve University makes community partnerships visible, trackable and actionable at the institutional level.Members of the CWRU community who wish to learn more about the…
David, Sarah and Becky Cole
Finding community at CWRU
Becky and Dave Cole reflect on their daughter Sarah’s experience at Case Western Reserve—and how their family built lasting connections through the university community.
Photo of Mike Crawford in Sears think[box] posing with a custom-made 3D-printed figure and laser-engraved box
How one Clevelander walked into Sears think[box] and built a business, a mission and a movement
Mike Crawford has turned creativity, grit and community support into a thriving business, celebrity collaborations and a nonprofit inspiring Cleveland youth.
Photo of Matt Dolan, Julie Edgar, Ethan Karp, Bethia Cullis, Marcia Ballinger, Baiju Shah, Nick Barendt and Michael Oakes
Unprecedented Northeast Ohio partnership chosen for NSF Engine award, providing up to $160M to propel regional manufacturing innovation, technology and jobs
Coalition of private industry, philanthropic institutions, higher education, economic development partners, nonprofit and government selected for transformative U.S. National Science Foundation award
Exterior view of Wade Park Community Engagement Center, captured by Esterly Photography
Apply for a Community Engagement Grant
Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff members are invited to apply for the 2026 Community Engagement Grant Program, which features two grant opportunities: the Community Innovation Grant and the Community Enhancement Grant. These grants are offered to support members of the CWRU…