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Four questions for the University Archivist
As Case Western Reserve University marks its bicentennial, we celebrate the vital role the University Archives plays in preserving and sharing the stories of the people, programs and places that brought us to this milestone. Every day, archivists make it possible to explore images, records,…
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Bringing CWRU's historic banners back into view
In June of 2025, Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) staff pushed together conference room tables and began to unroll large cloth banners and strings of tassels wrapped around sturdy poles. As each banner stretched across the tables, the staff guessed, based on the symbolism, which banner represented which…
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A look into history: Explore the archives of Karamu House, the oldest African American-producing theater
Ruby Dee, Robert Guillaume and Langston Hughes are just a few of the familiar names associated with Karamu House—the oldest African American-producing theater in the United States. Since 1915, Karamu House—located on Cleveland’s east side—has nurtured the careers of dancers, photographers,…
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In CWRU History: Lavender Ball
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, an annual celebration recognizing the historical impact of lesbian,…
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In CWRU History: Eldred Hall
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. Since its opening in 1898, Eldred Hall has served as a homebase for performers from…
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In CWRU History: Women’s Sports at CWRU
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re looking back on women’s sports at…
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In CWRU History: Match Day at CWRU
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. Friday marked one of the most important days in a medical student’s career: Match…
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In CWRU History: Stunt Night at Mather College
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. As Women’s History Month is celebrated around the country in March, we’re looking…
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In CWRU History: Black History Week
Stephanie Tubbs Case Western Reserve University Archives, Image 06498 The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. As Black…
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In CWRU History: Singing Valentines
The Daily has partnered with University Archives to shed light on Case Western Reserve University’s history each month. Follow The Daily to get your fill, and check out Digital Case to find even more information. In a tradition dating back to at least 1980, the Case Men’s Glee Club will once again…