Initiatives

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Enhancing Civility & Connection

CWRU strives to be an exemplar of open-mindedness, active listening, and critical thinking. Explore the activities on this page to help us grow as a community by learning from each other, especially from those with different perspectives.


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Faculty Hiring Initiatives

Through the Faculty 100 Initiative, CWRU aims to hire 100 new tenure-track faculty by 2028 to strengthen research, foster diversity, and promote collaboration to address global challenges.


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Graduate Student North Star Award

The Graduate Student North Star Award is a tuition discount program for students who matriculate from North Star Consortium member universities. The award covers 30%-50% of tuition to more than 40 graduate programs.


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Innovation

At Case Western Reserve, innovation is a cornerstone of our mission, driving groundbreaking research and transformative ideas that address global challenges. It enriches the educational experience, equipping students with the skills and mindset to thrive in an ever-evolving world.


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Provost Scholars

The Provost Scholars Program is a partnership among Case Western Reserve University, East Cleveland City Schools and Ginn Academy (CMSD).