Past Events | Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences

May 2025

Wed,
May 21

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Leverage your employee tuition benefits: CWRU part-time graduate programs

Are you a current CWRU employee considering furthering your education? Join representatives from the Case School of Engineering, School of Medicine, School of Law, Mandel School, Weatherhead School of Management, and the CWRU Benefits Office to discover how you can pursue a graduate degree for…
Fri,
May 16

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Commencement 2025

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is excited to celebrate the achievements of this year's graduates! For a full schedule of commencement week events, including the School of Graduate Studies' diploma ceremony, as well as university convocation on…
Wed,
May 14

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Convocation, Clap Out and Spartan Send-off Barbecue 2025

Convocation is a university-wide celebration for all graduating CWRU students. It is a traditional ceremony that is attended by many faculty, staff and dignitaries and is the only time all of the university's graduates are together for a ceremony. The convocation speaker gives the…
Thu,
May 8

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Understanding the Part-time Formats of our MSW

Come discover the similarities and distinct nuances of our two part-time formats of the Master of Social Work (MSW)—part-time online and weekend. Both formats offer high-quality faculty, a cohort model that promotes connection and learning, designated support to obtain your field practicum site,…
Tue,
May 6

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

MNO and CNM Virtual Information Session

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world through nonprofit work? Do you aspire to lead and manage in the nonprofit sector? Join our online information session to discover the Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) program and the Certificate in Nonprofit Management (CNM). Program…
Mon,
May 5

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series: Mira Yusef

In the next installment of the Mandel School's Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series, Sherry Warren will speak with Mira Yusef, co-founder and executive director of Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity, an organization that provides services to victims and survivors of…
Thu,
May 1

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Black Student Association and Alumni Social

All Case Western Reserve University and Mandel School alumni, students and community members are invited to join the school's Black Student Association (BSA) for an evening of networking and socializing. Those interested will receive an email with parking details and a request to…

April 2025

Wed,
Apr 23

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Mandel School Impact Series: Alumni Nonprofit Leadership Panel

Whether you’re an alum working in the field, currently studying nonprofit management or simply interested in how nonprofits create change, this discussion will provide valuable perspectives and networking opportunities. Join six alumni in nonprofit management who will share their leadership advice…
Wed,
Apr 23

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Scam Squad Workshop

Join the Mandel School Student Services team for an interactive session designed to help you spot and avoid scam schemes. This session will help you to identify red flags, recognize common fraud tactics and implement practical steps to protect your personal information. Don’t miss out on this…
Tue,
Apr 22

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Mandel School Leadership Fellows Capstone Presentations

Come witness the Mandel School's Leadership Fellows give their capstone presentations. A culmination of their hard work in the field and the classroom, these presentations represent a meaningful moment in the Fellows’ academic careers. For their projects, they critically examine…
Thu,
Apr 17

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Mandel Student Experience Panel: Ask Us Anything

This highly interactive session will provide you with an array of perspectives from current weekly, domestic Mandel School students. We’ll discuss adjusting to grad school, juggling field and classes, housing, relocating to Ohio and much more. Meet some of our current students: Full-time MNO…
Wed,
Apr 16

8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Discover the Online MSW: Info Session

Discover how the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University can help you turn your passion for social change into a fulfilling career through our exclusively part-time online MSW program. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S.…
Wed,
Apr 16

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Mandel School Impact Series: Art as a Catalyst for Social Justice

This event has been rescheduled from March 26. Featuring two prominent Cleveland area Black artists, Charmaine Spencer and Antwoine Washington, who have artwork on display in the Mandel School (courtesy of the Putnam Collection at CWRU), explore the powerful intersection…
Fri,
Apr 11

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Advancing Trauma-Informed Practice: Student Opportunities with the Center on Trauma and Adversity

Join Megan Holmes, professor and co-director of the Center on Trauma and Adversity, for an engaging webinar highlighting transformative opportunities for students. Learn about the Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice, the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) certification, and the…
Fri,
Apr 11

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cuyahoga County Conference on Social Welfare

The Cuyahoga County Conference on Social Welfare (CCCOSW) is an opportunity for social workers to enhance their role in analyzing, formulating and advocating for social welfare policy; assess the changing context for social welfare policy in Cuyahoga County; and identify policy issues arising…
Thu,
Apr 10

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Get to Know MNO: Happy Hour Edition

Are you passionate about making a difference through nonprofit work? Ready to lead, manage and innovate in the sector? Join us for an in-person evening of networking and insights into the Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and Certificate of Nonprofit Management (CNM)…
Wed,
Apr 9

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Schubert Center: Kessler-Freedheim Lecture

Inaugurated in 2017, the Schubert Center for Child Studies' annual Kessler Freedheim Lecture honors Jane Kessler, professor emerita of psychology and former director of the Mental Development Center, and Donald Freedheim, emeritus professor of psychology and former director of the…
Tue,
Apr 8

12:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Day of Giving 2025

Mark your calendars for CWRU’s annual Day of Giving on Tuesday, April 8! This year, we invite you to Noble Commons from 12 to 2:30 p.m. for complimentary food, games and many ways to show support and celebrate our Day of Giving efforts. With a focus on participation, strength in numbers…
Mon,
Apr 7

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series: Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund

The Mandel School will be hosting its third Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series, featuring a conversation with Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund, a widely-published author in journals, magazines and books, and the United Church of Christ’s minister for disabilities and mental health…
Wed,
Apr 2

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Spring Community Night

Join the Mandel Council and Community Innovation Network for the Spring 2025 Community Night to share your vision for a stronger community of belonging at the Mandel School. This is an opportunity for all students, faculty and staff to connect and build relationships with one another through small…
Wed,
Apr 2

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Financial Management Workshop, Part 2

Join the Mandel School Student Services team for an informative session on financial management strategies to help strengthen your financial future. Presented by Richard Kammer, CFP, PPC, this session will cover essential topics such as credit building, budgeting, debt management and saving…
Tue,
Apr 1

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Proud to be Mandel: Dean's Update with Dexter Voisin

Join Dean Dexter Voisin for a dynamic virtual event to gain an exclusive look at the latest milestones and initiatives shaping the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. Discover how our commitment to Equity, Innovation and Transformation drives impactful social change,…

March 2025

Mon,
Mar 31

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series: Christian F. Nunes

The Mandel School will be hosting its second Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series, featuring a conversation with Christian F. Nunes, president of the National Organization of Women (NOW).
Mon,
Mar 31
- Sat,
Apr 5

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) was created in 1993 by the National Association of Graduate and Professional Students. It is a way to support and appreciate graduate and professional students and to emphasize the contributions, impact and value they have on college campuses…
Sat,
Mar 29

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Navigating New Laws: Gender-Affirming Care Training for Behavioral Healthcare Workers

This training was developed in response to the passage of House Bill 68, which has become law in Ohio. The law contains significant practice changes for social workers and other behavioral healthcare providers. Much of the new law created by HB 68 affects the ability of minors to access medical…
Fri,
Mar 28

11:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Mark Joseph moderates "The Purpose and Power of Place-based Philanthropy in Cleveland and Detroit"

For over a century, the Cleveland Foundation and Kresge Foundation have worked to improve the lives of residents and champion equity in Cleveland, Detroit and beyond. Building on their legacies, both organizations are innovating for the future and reshaping the field of place-based philanthropy.…
Tue,
Mar 25

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Boundaries of Separation: Biographical Experiences of Migrant Family Members

As part of the Mandel School's Erasmus collaboration with Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland, our colleague Natasha Doiczman-Łoboda will present a lecture about her research on migrant families, with a particular focus on the situation of children…
Wed,
Mar 19

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Mandel School Impact Series: Keynote Presentation: "Expanding the Boundaries—Applying Social Work Skills in the Corporate Sector"

Learn how you can directly influence change, help team build and manage conflicts to impact organizational success – no matter your industry! Join the Mandel School for the keynote presentation of our Impact Series. Hear from Howard Guttman (LYS ’76, SAS ’77), author and founder of…
Tue,
Mar 18

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CSWE Social Work Month 2025 Webinar Series: Ethics and Boundaries for Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Sound ethics and boundaries are critical to the provision of Substance Use Disorder treatment. Unethical behavior and boundary violations are detrimental to the treatment process, impacting the clients’ recovery efforts, mental health and often leads to disengagement of services. At the same time,…
Tue,
Mar 18

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Critical Conversation: Affordable Housing

Critical Conversations is a monthly series sponsored by the Office of the Provost in which a panel of experts thoughtfully engage in "Critical Conversations" about important cross-disciplinary and often controversial topics. Each panel will cover several themes within the topic, such as historical…
Wed,
Mar 5

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Mandel School Impact Series: Resilience and Reflection—Stories That Inspire

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, join us as we spotlight recent remarkable alumnae authors who share their stories of resilience, empowerment and transformation. This event brings together alumni, students and the broader community to…
Mon,
Mar 3

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Columbia School of Social Work: 2025 Lucille N. Austin Lecture feat. Dean Dexter Voisin

Social work schools are facing a multitude of challenges in a rapidly changing environment, including changes with respect to social justice initiatives, curricular offerings, practicum placements, research funding and educational support. Ultimately, these changes can impact our profession's…
Mon,
Mar 3

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Career Preparation: Job Search and Salary Negotiation Workshop

Would you like guided support with your job search and salary negotiations? Are you seeking assistance in preparation for graduation, summer employment or your practicum placement? Do you need guidance on how to negotiate salaries? If you answered yes to any of these questions or are seeking…
Sat,
Mar 1

8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW) Open House 2025

Whether you are just beginning to explore the possibility of pursuing a Master of Social Work or have already been admitted to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University for Fall 2025 or even a future semester, this event is designed for…

February 2025

Wed,
Feb 26

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

2025 Career Advisors Panel

Don’t miss this FREE, casual lunchtime program presented by the Mandel School Alumni Association Board. Attend this NO-PRESSURE opportunity to hear from alumni with varied professional backgrounds/specialties, and ask them your career-related questions, as well as obtain essential post-…
Mon,
Feb 24

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series: Edith Guffey

The Mandel School will be hosting its first Advocating for Equity Spotlight Speaker Series and feature Dr. Edith Guffey, MSW, Chair of the Board of PFLAG National. The Spotlight Speaker Series creates the opportunity to listen to and engage with prominent local, regional and national leaders…
Thu,
Feb 13

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) Info Session

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world through nonprofit work? Do you want to lead, manage and innovate in the nonprofit sector? Program Director Robert Fischer will guide you through our fully in-person MNO degree and Certificate in Nonprofit Management…
Wed,
Feb 12

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Black History Month Lunch & Learn: "Looking Back to Move Forward" with Rev. Benjamin Gohlstin

Advocating for Equity: Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Racism Social Work Practice Rev. Benjamin Gohlstin's talk, Looking Back to Move Forward, comes from the story of the Sankofa bird. Gohlstin is senior pastor of Cleveland’s Heritage Community Baptist Church in the Hough neighborhood and…
Tue,
Feb 11

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Breaking the Cycle of Youth Violence: Examining Program Effects of a Pediatric Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program

Youth violence remains a pressing problem in Cleveland, with far-reaching consequences for individuals and communities. In 2019, University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital launched the Antifragility Initiative, a pediatric hospital-based violence intervention program targeting…
Fri,
Feb 7

12:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Case Western Reserve University Bicentennial Kick-off

No matter how long they spend at Case Western Reserve, students, faculty and staff capture and retain vivid memories of the people, places and things that define their time here. Taken together, these memories tell a story that covers nearly two centuries: the history of Case Western Reserve…
Tue,
Feb 4

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW) Info Session

Discover how the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University can help you turn that passion into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report, our MSW program is designed to…

January 2025

Thu,
Jan 30

8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Online Master of Social Work (MSW) Info Session

Discover how the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University can help you turn your passion for social change into a fulfilling career through our exclusively part-time online MSW program. Designed specifically for working professionals who…
Fri,
Jan 24

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM

2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation

Each year, Case Western Reserve University honors Martin Luther King, Jr.—the holiday, the man, the legend—with a celebration that includes a range of activities: workshops, films, panel discussions and acclaimed speakers. All members of the university and the community at large are invited to…
Wed,
Jan 22

10:45 AM - 1:00 PM

2025 Practicum Education Fair

The annual Practicum Education Fair is intended to serve as a resource for on-campus weekly students who will be interviewing for their specialized / 2nd year MSW field practicum for the 2025–26 academic year. 45+ community partners will be in attendance. Contact the Mandel School Field Education…
Wed,
Jan 15
- Sun,
Jan 19

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

SSWR 2025 Annual Conference

The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) Annual Conference is taking place Jan. 15–19 in Seattle, WA. It will feature social work education presentations, an exhibit hall and networking opportunities. The conference offers a scientific program that reflects a broad…
Wed,
Jan 8

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Paying for Grad School Webinar

Join us to learn more about the various opportunities for scholarships and financial aid at the Mandel School. Hear from the school's financial aid advisors, Julie Payner and Devon Lymer, who will discuss the ins and outs of graduate student financial aid, including scholarship eligibility and…
Tue,
Jan 7

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW) Info Session

Discover how the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University can help you turn your passion into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report, our MSW program is designed to empower you with the…

December 2024

Thu,
Dec 12

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organization (MNO): Zoom Info Session

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world through nonprofit work? Do you want to lead, manage and innovate in the nonprofit sector? Program Director Robert Fischer will guide you through our fully in-person MNO degree and Certificate in Nonprofit Management. You will…
Tue,
Dec 10

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW): Zoom Info Session

Discover how our Masters of Social Work can help you turn a passion to make a difference in the world into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report, our MSW program is designed to empower you with the skills, knowledge and experience to…

November 2024

Tue,
Nov 19

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Advanced Standing Master of Social Work (MSW): Zoom Info Session

Do you have a BSW or are currently earning a BSW degree? Join us to learn about our 39-credit-hour Advanced Standing MSW program. Discover how we can help you turn that passion into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report, our MSW program is…
Sat,
Nov 16

Grace Longwell Coyle (1892-1962)

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Homecoming & Reunion 2024: Grace Longwell Coyle Lecture and Chair Celebration

At Case Western Reserve, we enrich lives through the transformative power of collaboration, and the university's Homecoming and Reunion Celebration embodies that spirit. The mission of CWRU homecoming is to instill pride in our community—students and alumni, faculty and staff, family and…
Fri,
Nov 15

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Homecoming & Reunion 2024: Mandel School Alumni Awards and Reunion Celebration

At Case Western Reserve, we enrich lives through the transformative power of collaboration, and the university's Homecoming and Reunion Celebration embodies that spirit. The mission of CWRU homecoming is to instill pride in our community—students and alumni, faculty and staff, family and…
Thu,
Nov 14

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Schubert Center: Child and Adolescent Refugees – A Conversation with Cleveland Providers about Mental and Physical Health | Pediatric Grand Rounds

Ohio has seen a significant rise in refugee arrivals, from around 1,500 in 2019 to over 2,800 in 2023, with Cuyahoga County receiving 30% of these, primarily from Afghanistan, Syria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Local experts will discuss refugee resettlement in Cleveland, focusing on the…
Tue,
Nov 12

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organization (MNO): Zoom Info Session

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world through nonprofit work? Do you want to lead, manage and innovate in the nonprofit sector? Program Director Robert Fischer will guide you through our fully in-person MNO degree and Certificate in Nonprofit Management. You will learn…
Tue,
Nov 12

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Invisible Groups in a New Poland: Study Abroad Information Session

Professors Kathleen Farkas and Richard Romaniuk will host an information session for the Invisible Groups in a New Poland spring break trip on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m., in Mandel Center Room 106.
Thu,
Nov 7

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW): Zoom Info Session

Discover how our Masters of Social Work can help you turn a passion to make a difference in the world into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report, our MSW program is designed to empower you with the skills, knowledge and experience to create…
Wed,
Nov 6

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Post-Election Debrief: Advocating for Equity and Healthy Democracy

Mark Chupp and Sherry Warren will host a debrief for Mandel School students to process their experiences of the 2024 elections. All perspectives are welcome, as the outcomes of elections affect the social work profession in multiple ways.
Tue,
Nov 5

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Critical Conversation: Mental Health of College Students

Critical Conversations is a monthly series sponsored by the Office of the Provost in which a panel of experts thoughtfully engage in "Critical Conversations" about important cross-disciplinary and often controversial topics. Each panel will cover several themes within the topic. This is followed by…

October 2024

Fri,
Oct 25

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

CSWE 2024 Mandel School Celebration

Join us in Kansas City to celebrate the induction of Dean Dexter Voisin as a 2024 NASW Social Work Pioneer and to salute our alumni, faculty and students presenting at the Council for Social Work Education's (CSWE) Annual Program Meeting! Please reserve your spot by Monday, Oct. 21.
Fri,
Oct 25

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

"Toxic: A Black Woman's Story" Film Screening + Facilitated Lunch Discussion

As this Cleveland-based film marks its fifth anniversary, join colleagues and fellow students to learn how toxic, racialized stress drives infant mortality, and how you can unpack your own bias and racism within your institutions to better care for babies and families. Together with colleagues…
Thu,
Oct 24
- Sun,
Oct 27

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CSWE 2024 Annual Program Meeting (APM)

The Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) 70th Annual Program Meeting (APM) is the place where social work education professionals collaborate, learn, teach and grow. This year’s theme is Indigenous Knowledge Sovereignty and Environmental Justice and will feature social work education…
Thu,
Oct 17

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO): Online Information Session

Do you want to lead, manage and innovate in the nonprofit sector? Join our online information session to explore the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences' nonprofit organizations program. Program Director Rob Fischer will guide you through our fully in-…
Mon,
Oct 14

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Community Conversation on Housing Insecurity with David Crampton

Associate Professor David Crampton will join experts from various fields and everyday Shakerites in a round table discussion that is sure to be a thoughtful and engaging conversation around this crucial topic.
Fri,
Oct 11

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Re-envisioning Long-Term Care: Multiple perspectives on advancing quality

Why have the problems been so intractable and how can we do better? The Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing welcomes The Measure of Our Age author, MT Connolly, and president of the John A. Hartford Foundation, Terry Fulmer, at the Health Education Campus and virtually on Oct. 11. During…
Thu,
Oct 10

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Fall 2024 Career Connections Night for Students

Don’t miss this free, casual event presented by the Mandel School Alumni Association Board. It will provide you with informal group discussions with MSSA/MSW, MNO and PhD alumni networkers. This is a no-pressure opportunity to meet alumni from all over and obtain essential career advice for the…
Thu,
Oct 10

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Hopeful New Approaches to Elder Justice

A discussion with acclaimed author and elder justice expert MT Connolly and Ohio leaders to build awareness of elder justice, elder mistreatment prevention and approaches to security in later life in the Cleveland community. The University Center on Aging and Health at Case Western Reserve…
Tue,
Oct 8

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

How Stories Reveal Ethical Conundrums of Aging

How do we do the right thing? Grappling with the ethical challenges of long lives. Join the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences and the Bioethics Department at the School of Medicine for a discussion with The Measure of Our Age author MT Connolly, JD. MT Connolly is a…
Tue,
Oct 1

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW): Online Information Session

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Discover how the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University can help you turn that passion into a fulfilling career. Ranked #12 in the nation and #1 in Ohio by U…

September 2024

Wed,
Sep 18

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

2024 Herman D. Stein Lecture in International Social Welfare

Join us for the 2024 Herman D. Stein Lecture in International Social Welfare on Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mandel Center. The lecture titled, Integrating United Nations Priorities into Social Work: Practices and Policy Implications, will be presented by Lynne Healy,…

August 2024

Fri,
Aug 23

12:00 PM - 5:30 PM

On-Campus Orientation: International Students

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Thu,
Aug 22

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Student Employment Job Fair

This annual program is the Office of Student Employment’s premier recruitment event for campus and community employers looking to hire students for the academic year. In keeping with the theme of the 2024 Discover Week, the Job Fair will include all incoming first-year and transfer students. At…
Mon,
Aug 19

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

University Welcome and Fall Convocation 2024

Starting in fall 2024, we will celebrate the start of the academic year with a single event that welcomes our newest students and their families. The combined University Welcome and Fall Convocation will feature remarks by members of university leadership, and student leaders, as well as a keynote…
Thu,
Aug 15

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Change Leaders Keynote Address by Lori Stokes

Join the Mandel School for a special Change Leaders presentation by Lori Stokes on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 9:30 a.m. Stokes, a former journalist and news anchor at WNYW-Fox 5 News and WABC New York, is the daughter of the late congressman Louis Stokes and the niece of Carl Stokes, both influential…
Thu,
Aug 15
- Fri,
Aug 16

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

On-Campus Orientation: MSW Weekly

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Tue,
Aug 13

1:00 PM - 5:30 PM

On-Campus Orientation: MNO & Dual Degree (MSW/MNO)

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Sat,
Aug 10

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

On-Campus Orientation: MSW Weekend

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…

June 2024

Thu,
Jun 27

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Virtual Session: Leverage your CWRU employee tuition benefits with the Mandel School’s Nonprofit Management, Social Work or Data Science part-time options

Join us for this virtual session to learn how you can leverage your CWRU employee tuition benefit with graduate degrees, certificates and courses within the Mandel School. You will have the opportunity to learn about our benefits eligible programs and course options in nonprofit management, social…
Fri,
Jun 21

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Field Education Training: Language Matters—Embracing First-Person, Inclusive Language and Terminology

The Mandel School's Field Education Department continues to prioritize engaging anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion (ADEI) in practice. To support our field instructor training initiatives, we invite you to attend this FREE virtual training. Explore and practice the use of first-person,…
Sat,
Jun 15

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Mandel's MSW: The Weekend Experience 2024

Join us to learn more about our part-time MSW weekend program. Prospective and admitted students are encouraged to meet with other 2024 admitted MSW weekend students and connect with current students and alumni. Hear from Weekend Program Director Lori Longs Painter and the…
Mon,
Jun 10
- Tue,
Jun 11

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NIMH Workshop: Promoting Mental Health for Sexual and Gender Minority Youth: Evidence-Based Developmental Perspectives

This two-day virtual workshop will convene researchers, youth advocates and federal officials to review the state of the science on developmental trajectories of gender identity and sexuality with a focus on research aimed at the promotion of mental health for sexual and gender minority youth.…
Fri,
Jun 7

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Field First Fridays: Engage, Assess, Intervene, Evaluate Competencies 6-9

We invite you to virtually join us the first Friday of every month to build a supportive network of field instructors. This forum will support field instructors by offering planned topics related to practicum education best practices, creating space for open dialogue, and encouraging the audience…
Wed,
Jun 5

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Get to Know MNO: Breakfast Edition

Join us for a morning of networking and insight about our Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and our Certificate of Nonprofit Management (CNM) during this in-person event!

May 2024

Tue,
May 21

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

MSW Weekend Program Information Session

Join the Mandel School for an information session on our innovative weekend format of our master's in social work. This exclusively part-time option was created for working professionals and people juggling multiple roles to complete their degree over eight semesters (or five semesters if you have…
Fri,
May 17

10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Commencement 2024

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is excited to celebrate the achievements of this year's graduates! Hannah Griswold (MNO ‘93), a strategic development consultant with over 20 years of experience in fundraising and brand creation, will deliver the 2024…
Wed,
May 15

2:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Convocation, Clap Out and Spartan Send-off Barbecue 2024

Convocation is the university-wide celebration for all graduating students. It is a traditional ceremony that is attended by many faculty, staff, and dignitaries, and is the only time that all of the university's graduates are together for a ceremony. The convocation speaker gives the…
Wed,
May 1

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Leadership Fellows Capstone Presentations

The Mandel School's Leadership Fellows will give their capstone presentations on May 1. A culmination of their hard work in the field and the classroom, these presentations represent a meaningful moment in the Fellows’ academic careers. For their projects, they critically examine…

April 2024

Wed,
Apr 24

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Community Practice for Social Change Faculty and Alumni Panel

Learn about the Mandel School's innovative Community Practice for Social Change (CPSC) path of study from professors Mark Chupp, Mark Joseph and CPSC alumni.
Thu,
Apr 18

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO): Online Info Session II

Join our exclusive online information session to explore the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University's esteemed Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) program. Program Director Robert Fischer will guide you through our fully in…
Thu,
Apr 18

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO): Online Info Session I

Join our exclusive online information session to explore the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University's esteemed Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) program. Program Director Robert Fischer will guide you through our fully in…
Wed,
Apr 17

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Life After Death

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences proudly presents SASS 518: Death, Grief and Loss's guest lecturer Yvonne Pointer in Life After Death. Light refreshments will be served from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Lecture followed by Q&A will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Fri,
Apr 5

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Proud to be Mandel

With spring break in the rearview mirror and preparations for commencement in full swing, Case Western Reserve University’s campus is bustling with activity. Yet there is still much to look forward to before the end of the academic year! Join Dean Dexter Voisin for a virtual event, “Proud to be…
Wed,
Apr 3

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Jessica Wojtalik: "Improving Functional Recovery in Serious Mental Illness"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2024 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and staff and their specializations. The events will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m., with the…

March 2024

Fri,
Mar 29

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

'Friday Lunch' with Dean Dexter Voisin: "The Impact of Neighborhood and Racial Violence on Black Youth Developmental Outcomes"

Dean Dexter Voisin will speak at the CWRU Center for Policy Study's Friday Public Affairs Lunch Discussion series on March 29 on The Impact of Neighborhood and Racial Violence on Black Youth Developmental Outcomes. Findings from this program of research demonstrate that the problems of…
Thu,
Mar 28

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Career Connections Night 2024

Don’t miss this free, casual event presented by the Mandel School Association Alumni Board. It will provide you with informal group discussions with MSSA/MSW, MNO and PhD alumni networkers. This is a no-pressure opportunity to meet alumni from all over and obtain essential career advice for the…
Thu,
Mar 28

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Women's History Month V.I.T.A.L.S. Presentation: "Twice As Hard: A Candid Multidisciplinary Discussion: Women in Medicine, Research, Social Sciences and Law"

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence and the Mandel School's Office of Equity and Belonging are hosting a V.I.T.A.L.S. Women’s History Month panel discussion that will highlight the courage, tenacity and resilience of trailblazing…
Wed,
Mar 27

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Ivan Conard: "Trauma, Healing and Hip-Hop: The Impact of Music on the Brain"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2024 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and staff and their specializations. The events will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m., with the…
Tue,
Mar 26

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Profiles of Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series featuring Dean Dexter Voisin

The African American Alumni Association, in partnership with Case Western Reserve’s Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Engagement and the African American and African studies minor, presents this series featuring in-depth conversations with faculty and staff from across…
Thu,
Mar 21

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Kessler Freedheim Lecture: "How Teen Brain Research Shaped and Continues to Impact Juvenile Justice Reform"

Join the Schubert Center for Child Studies for this year's Kessler Freedheim Lecture, featuring Laurence Steinberg, a Distinguished University Professor, and Laura H. Carnell, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Temple University, for an informative talk at Tinkham Veale…
Wed,
Mar 20

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Ann Nguyen: "Social Isolation and Trajectories of Cognitive Decline Among Black Americans"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2024 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and staff and their specializations. The events will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m., with the…
Wed,
Mar 6

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Marquetese 'Nikki' Betts: "Resiliency in the Field of Social Work"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2024 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and staff and their specializations. The events will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m., with the…
Tue,
Mar 5
- Thu,
Mar 7

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Social Work Month: Snacks at the Harris Library

The Mandel School's Harris Library invites students, faculty and staff to stop by Tuesday, March 5, through Thursday, March 7, (and longer if supplies last) to enjoy free snacks in celebration of Social Work Month. Students are also invited to fill out a raffle ticket for the…
Sat,
Mar 2

8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

MSW Open House 2024

We are excited to invite you and your guest to join us in Cleveland, Ohio for our MSW Open House on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Whether you are an admitted student, applicant or still exploring MSW programs – this event is for you. Please join us for an action-packed day of information and connections…
Fri,
Mar 1

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Field First Friday: Competencies #1 "Demonstrate Ethical & Professional Behavior" + #10 "Leadership Antiracist & Anti-Oppressive Leadership"

The Field Education Department offers a monthly Field First Fridays event for field instructors, task supervisors and community partners to connect with the department and each other. This virtual event provides support for field instructors by offering planned topics related to practicum education…

February 2024

Thu,
Feb 22

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW) Virtual Information Session

Join us to learn about our Master of Social Work (MSW) program and discover why U.S. News and World Report ranks us #9 in the nation and #1 in Ohio. Admissions staff will share how Equity, Innovation and Transformation are embedded into the student experience. We will…
Wed,
Feb 21

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Beyond professional boundaries: Underrepresented histories of American social work in the 19th and 20th centuries

Attend this free lecture provided by a Mandel School staff member on the history of social work. Most American social work histories argued that white reformer women in Northern cities professionalized social work by taking a maternalistic and scientific approach to social problems between 1870…
Tue,
Feb 20

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

UH&CS: Mindful Activity Hour

Mindful Activity Hour is back again this month! Join University Health and Counseling Services (UH&CS) on Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. The featured craft will be sensory-focused with DIY stress balls and mini sensory bottles. There will also be the usual mindful activities: play-doh,…
Thu,
Feb 8

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) Virtual Information Session

Join us to learn more about our fully in-person masters and certificate program in nonprofit management (MNO). We will review the curriculum, structure and strengths of the program with Rob Fischer, MNO program director and co-director of the Center on Urban Poverty and Community…
Wed,
Feb 7

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Paying for Grad School

Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to join the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences for a “Paying for Graduate School” information session Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. During this session, attendees will learn…

January 2024

Wed,
Jan 31

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Human Trafficking Awareness Month Discussion Panel

Join the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women for a moderated panel discussion with a multidisciplinary team of experts in human trafficking, featuring members of the CWRU Mandel School—doctoral student Carina Montoya and young alumna Jasmine Myers (MSW '23),—CWRU School of Law, CWRU Mather Center…
Mon,
Jan 29

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Licensure 101: Your Frequently Asked Questions

Calling all MSW students! Want to learn more about getting your social work license? Join the Mandel School Student Services team on Monday, Jan. 29, from 6 to 7 p.m., via Zoom, for an interactive, informational session that will provide an overview of social work licensing. We will cover the…
Wed,
Jan 24

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Practicum Education Fair

The Practicum Education Fair will provide an opportunity for students to meet face-to-face with organizations and agencies with whom they might like to learn from during their specialized placement process. It's also a great opportunity for faculty and staff to interact with our community partners…
Fri,
Jan 19

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

New Field Instructor Training

This training opportunity is intended for new field instructors and task supervisors hosting a Mandel School student for the first time, as well as for those who have not attended this training in the past two years. The Field Education Department requires all new field instructors participate in…
Wed,
Jan 17

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Specialized Placement Process Meeting with Student Panel

The Specialized Placement Process Meeting is for all first-year students proceeding with specialized practicum. It will feature a panel of second-year students for you to ask questions.
Fri,
Jan 12

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Field Instructor Training: Addressing Cultural Insensitivity – Navigating and Responding to Inappropriate Comments with Professionalism

In an effort to develop the necessary practice skills related to antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion (ADEI), community field instructors are invited to join an upcoming training hosted by the Mandel School’s Field Education Department. This two-hour Zoom-based training will provide…
Wed,
Jan 10
- Sun,
Jan 14

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

SSWR 2024 Annual Conference

The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) Annual Conference is taking place this year Jan. 10–14, in Washington, D.C. It will feature social work education presentations, an exhibit hall and networking opportunities. The conference offers a scientific program that…
Fri,
Jan 5

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Field First Friday

All field instructors and task supervisors are welcome. No registration is needed.

December 2023

Fri,
Dec 15

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Paying for Grad School

Join us virtually to learn more about our various opportunities for scholarships, the CWRU employee tuition waiver benefits, and financial aid specific to our Master's of Social Work (MSW), Master's of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO), and various certificates. This virtual discussion will be led by…
Wed,
Dec 13

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Master of Social Work (MSW) Virtual Information Session

Join us to learn about our Master of Social Work (MSW) program, and discover why U.S. News and World Report ranks us #9 in the nation and #1 in Ohio. Richard Sigg, director of recruitment and enrollment, will share how equity, innovation and transformation are embedded into the student…
Tue,
Dec 5

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) Virtual Information Session

Join us to learn more about our fully in-person masters and certificate program in nonprofit management (MNO). We will review the curriculum, structure and strengths of the program with Rob Fischer, MNO program director and co-director of the Center on Urban Poverty and Community…
Fri,
Dec 1

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Research Colloquium: Implementing and Adapting Cognitive Enhancement Therapy for Schizophrenia and Related Conditions

Join the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences for a research colloquium with Shaun M. Eack, PhD, MSW, James and Noel Browne Endowed Chair at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work. Eack is a leading national scholar on severe mental illness. He has…

November 2023

Thu,
Nov 30

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Community Conversations – Local Government 101: What Your Elected Official Can Do for You

“Government of the people, by the people, for the people.” That is a phrase that many Americans are aware of, but what does government for the people look like? And how can an individual successfully interact with their local elected officials beyond simply casting a ballot on election day? United…
Tue,
Nov 28

12:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday occurs each year the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It’s a global day of giving fueled by our collective generosity. It is about creating a culture of philanthropy, gratitude and giving back. Giving Tuesday, marked this year on Nov. 28, is about bringing together all those who love…
Mon,
Nov 20

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Profiles of Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series featuring Adrianne Fletcher

The African American Alumni Association, in partnership with Case Western Reserve University’s Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Engagement and the African and African American Studies minor, invites you to join them virtually for their Profiles of Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series. This…
Thu,
Nov 16
- Fri,
Nov 17

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

NASW Ohio Chapter 2023 Annual Conference

The NASW Ohio Annual Statewide Social Work Conference brings together 300+ social workers and 50+ sponsoring organizations from around the state of Ohio for two days of learning, resource sharing and connection. Attendees are able to earn 30+ Social Work CEUs between in-person and…
Tue,
Nov 14

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

MSW Information Session

Join us to learn about the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University’s Master of Social Work. Discover why US News and World Report ranks us #9 in the nation and #1 in Ohio. Admissions staff will share how “Equity. Innovation.…
Thu,
Nov 9

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Master's of Nonprofit Organizations Information Session

Join us to learn more about the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University's fully in-person master's and certificate program in nonprofit management (MNO). We will review the curriculum, structure and strengths of the program with director…

October 2023

Mon,
Oct 30

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Mandel Student Experience Panel

Hear from a panel of current Mandel full-time, on-campus second year students: Ewurabena, Community Practice for Social Change MSW student from Ghana Caroline, Health Path of Study Dual Degree MSW/MNO student from Chicago Ally, Mental Health with Children & Adolescents MSW student from…
Sat,
Oct 28

8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Celebrate Sisterhood 2023

Celebrate Sisterhood 2023 Multicultural Women’s Health & Wellness Summit Generational Health: Resilience, Revival, and Restoration! Commemorating 20 Years of Dedication to Multicultural Women’s Health Celebrate Sisterhood is a program dedicated to educating, energizing, and empowering…
Thu,
Oct 26

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

October Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our interim program chair, Sonia Minnes.…
Thu,
Oct 26
- Sun,
Oct 29

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CSWE 2023 Annual Program Meeting

The Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) 68th Annual Program Meeting (APM) is the place where social work education professionals collaborate, learn, teach and grow. This year’s APM theme is Leading Critical Conversations: Human Rights Are Global Rights and will feature social work…
Thu,
Oct 19

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

MSW Information Session

Join Lisa Strausbaugh, assistant director of admissions, to learn about the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University’s Master of Social Work. Discover why US News and World Report ranks us #9 in the nation and #1 in Ohio, and meet…
Fri,
Oct 13

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fall 2023 CWRU Virtual Career Fair

Meet with employers and recruiters, virtually, using the virtual fair platform in Handshake. Meet with employers one-on-one or in group information sessions to learn about opportunities to advance your career. Learn more.
Thu,
Oct 12
- Sun,
Oct 15

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Homecoming and Reunion 2023

Welcome back, alumni! Recognizing the Mandel School reunion classes of 1973, 1983, 1993, 1998 and 2013 – Special Celebrations for 50th, 40th, 30th, 25th and 10th Reunions! The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences and Dean Dexter R. Voisin look forward to welcoming…

September 2023

Thu,
Sep 28

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fall 2023 CWRU Career Fair

This on-campus event is an ideal opportunity to meet with recruiters for hiring opportunities including internships, co-ops, practicum, and full time jobs. Employers will be recruiting students of all majors for opportunities. Employers typically send CWRU alumni as representatives, so this is a…
Tue,
Sep 26

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

September 2023 Swetland Seminar

Building upon the FAIR principles of (meta)data (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable) and drawing from research in the social, health, and data sciences, we propose a framework -FAIR2 (Frame, Articulate, Identify, Report) - for identifying and addressing discrimination bias in social…
Thu,
Sep 21

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

September Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our interim program chair, Sonia Minnes.…
Thu,
Sep 21

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Uncontained: They Wanna See Me Fall - Opening Reception

The Social Justice Institute announces "Uncontained: They Wanna See Me Fall," an on-campus photography exhibit by local photographer and activist, Donald Black Jr. Featuring 20 photographs, this exhibit is informed by Mr. Black's experience with the evolution of bike riding in Cleveland. This body…
Thu,
Sep 7

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Fall Convocation 2023

Fall Convocation is the formal celebration that opens each new academic year at Case Western Reserve University. Usually held in late August during the first week of the fall semester, Fall Convocation features keynote remarks from the Elaine G. Hadden Distinguished Visiting Author, along with…

August 2023

Tue,
Aug 29

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Equity And Inclusion Conference – Next Level Thinking

It’s time to take your equity and inclusions efforts to the next level: sustainable progress. Join national leaders, and regional equity, inclusion and HR professionals to find out how to get to that next level, at Greater Cleveland Partnership’s annual Equity & Inclusion Conference on Aug. 29…
Tue,
Aug 22

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

August Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our interim program chair, Sonia Minnes.…
Sat,
Aug 19

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Orientation: MSW Intensive Weekend

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Thu,
Aug 17
- Fri,
Aug 18

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Orientation: MSW & Dual Degree (MSW/MNO)

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Wed,
Aug 16

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Orientation: MNO

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…

June 2023

Wed,
Jun 21

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

June Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our program chair Victor Groza. Please…
Sat,
Jun 3

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Intensive Weekend MSW Open House

Join us for an opportunity to experience our MSW Intensive Weekend program. You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of current students, faculty and alumni: Director of Intensive Weekend program Intensive Weekend students Intensive Weekend alumni Assistant Director of…

May 2023

Fri,
May 19

10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Commencement 2023

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is excited to celebrate the achievements of this year's graduates! The ceremony will take place in-person at the Maltz Performing Arts Center's Silver Hall. Amy Main Morgenstern (SAS '80, MGT '88), president of…
Wed,
May 17

12:50 PM - 1:50 PM

Sheretta Butler-Barnes Colloquium: "Coping with Race-Related Stress: Racism, Parenting Practices and Racial Socialization Messaging Among Black Parents"

Sheretta Butler-Barnes is a developmental psychologist who has done scholarly work on the impact of racism and the use of culturally strength-based assets on the educational and health outcomes of Black American families. She is currently an associate professor at the Brown School of Social…
Thu,
May 11

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

May Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our program chair Victor Groza. Please…
Thu,
May 4

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Mandel Leadership and Child Welfare Fellows 2023 Capstone Presentations

Please join us in person as the Mandel Leadership Fellows and Child Welfare Fellows present their capstone projects via a live poster session on Thursday, May 4, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The capstones are culminating scholarly projects completed by the Fellows in conjunction with…
Thu,
May 4

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Hybrid Faculty Group Media Training

Increased Mandel School visibility at the local, national and international media levels are central to advancing our national ranking and recruiting and engaging prospective and current students, alumni and donors. Sharing our school’s expertise in research, training and education via the media is…

April 2023

Thu,
Apr 27

9:00 PM - 12:00 PM

2023 Field and Adjunct Instructor Appreciation Brunch

Please join us for the 2023 Field and Adjunct Instructor Appreciation Brunch to celebrate our community partner instructors. To show our appreciation, the event will include: A delicious brunch An awards presentations for the Outstanding Field Instructor and Outstanding Practicum…
Thu,
Apr 27

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Mandel School Community Gathering

The Community Innovation Network and Mandel Council invite all Mandel School students, faculty and staff to come connect and participate in self-organized conversations. Mixing and connecting will begin at 12:30 p.m.; the program will officially start at 1 p.m. Food will be provided.
Tue,
Apr 25

1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

Lunch and Learn: Mindfulness and Self-Care

Presented by Marji Edguer's students. Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs, held in-person. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch – drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more programming like this as an ongoing series. If you…
Tue,
Apr 25

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Kessler Freedheim Lecture: "Integrating early care, education and poverty reduction – A three-pronged approach to supporting child development at scale"

The Schubert Center for Child Studies is excited to welcome Dr. Hirokazu Yoshikawa, the Courtney Sale Ross University Professor of Globalization and Education at NYU Steinhardt, as the featured speaker for this year's annual Kessler-Freedheim Lecture Series.
Wed,
Apr 19

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

"Toxic: A Black Woman's Story" Film Screening

Racism. Toxic stress. Birth outcomes. How are these things intertwined? Join First Year Cleveland and ideastream for a film screening and panel discussion of the short film, Toxic: A Black Woman's Story, which seeks to explore that question. Peer into the world of the film’s lead protagonist,…
Wed,
Apr 19

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

April Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our program chair Victor Groza. Please…
Wed,
Apr 19

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Tue,
Apr 18

12:55 PM - 1:50 PM

Lunch and Learn: "Graduating Student Survey – What are the results and how do we use the data?”

Presentation by Zoe Wood. Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs, held in-person and via Zoom. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch – drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more programming like this as an ongoing series.…
Wed,
Apr 12

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: "Improving Functional Recovery in Schizophrenia – Integrating Social Work and Cognitive Neuroscience"

Research Presentation with Jessica Wojtalik. Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs, held in-person and via Zoom. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch – drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more programming like…
Tue,
Apr 11

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch and Learn: First Year Cleveland

Mandel School students, faculty and staff are invited to an introduction to First Year Cleveland. Come learn why the organization exists, it's community-reorientation at the Mandel School, and hear from new Executive Director Angela Newman-White about how they're working to change maternal-infant…
Mon,
Apr 10

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

An Update from Nancy Rolock, the Henry L. Zucker Professor: "The Power of Family: Understanding Relationships in Adoption and Guardianship Families"

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences cordially invites you to The Power of Family: Understanding Relationships in Adoption and Guardianship Families by Nancy Rolock, the Henry L. Zucker Professor in Social Work Practice. Join us for updates on her professorship and…
Wed,
Apr 5

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Private Practice Presentation

Presentation by doctoral student Shellie Vincent. Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs, held in-person and via Zoom. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch – drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more programming like this as…

March 2023

Wed,
Mar 29

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Career Connections Night

Don’t miss this free, casual event presented by the Mandel School Association Alumni Board. It will provide you with informal group discussions with MSSA/MSW, MNO and PhD alumni advisors and networkers. This is a no-pressure opportunity to meet alumni from all over and obtain essential career…
Wed,
Mar 29

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Dexter Voisin: "America the Beautiful and Violent: The Response of Social Work to Anti-Black Racism"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2023 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and their specializations. The event will be held in Noble Commons and via livestream, and…
Tue,
Mar 28

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch and Learn: NASW Student Membership Benefits and Programs

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Hannah Ware from the NASW Ohio Chapter will host an interactive workshop about the benefits of becoming an NASW student member through the Mandel School. NASW membership helps social work students and…
Tue,
Mar 28

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

March Doctoral Program Open House Webinar

To learn about our full-time and part-time study options, cutting-edge curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, student financial support and admissions process for the entering Fall 2024 cohort, we encourage you to join an interactive Zoom meeting with our program chair Victor Groza. Please…
Thu,
Mar 23

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) Information Session

Join us to learn more about the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University's master's and certificate programs in nonprofit management (MNO). Discover how our alumni have made lasting and sustainable impact in their communities through our…
Tue,
Mar 21

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Lunch and Learn: LGBT Center Pronoun Workshop

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. First-year MSW student Harley French and CWRU LGBT Center Assistant Director Mailey Lorio for an interactive workshop covering everything you need to know about pronouns. We'll discuss: What are pronouns…
Fri,
Mar 17

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A Values-Based Approach to Grant Writing Workshop

Dana Prince, associate professor, will lead a grant writing workshop at the Michigan State University College of Social Science's Consortium for Sexual and Gender Minority Health. What you'll learn:
Thu,
Mar 16

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Changing Human Service Systems to Support Sexual and Gender Minority Youth (SGMY) Thriving

Dana Prince, associate professor, will be a featured guest speaker at the Michigan State University College of Social Science's Consortium for Sexual and Gender Minority Health. In her presentation, Changing Human Service Systems to Support Sexual and Gender Minority Youth (SGMY)…
Wed,
Mar 15

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Wed,
Mar 8

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Francisca Richter: "Advancing Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ADEI) in Data Sciences for Social Impact"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2023 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and their specializations. The event will be held in Noble Commons and via livestream, and…
Sat,
Mar 4

8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Master of Social Work and Master of Nonprofit Organizations Open House

We look forward to seeing on our campus to learn more about our Master of Social Work and Master of Nonprofit Organizations. Whether you are an accepted student, an applicant or someone wanting to learn more about our degrees programs, this in-person event is for you!
Wed,
Mar 1

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk | Richard Romaniuk: "Addiction as a False Survival Instinct"

Learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for our 2023 Impact Talk series—four excellent opportunities to be inspired by our faculty and their specializations. The event will be held in Noble Commons and via livestream, and…

February 2023

Fri,
Feb 24

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Critical Conversation #6: Opioid Addiction

The Office of the Provost is undertaking a speaker series that will engage a panel of experts in Critical Conversations. These monthly, cross-disciplinary conversations will cover important—and often controversial—topics from politics to gun violence, to climate change and more. The panel…
Fri,
Feb 24

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

MSW Intensive Weekend Information Session

Are you searching for an intimate and innovative graduate experience offered in a cohort model? Join us on Friday, Feb. 24, to learn more about our Intensive Weekend format for our top-ranked MSW program. Designed for working professionals and those at a distance, this program allows you to commute…
Thu,
Feb 23

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Paying for Graduate School Information Session

Join us on Thursday, Feb. 23, for the chance to learn more about the various opportunities for scholarships and financial aid at the Mandel School. We will be joined by our Assistant Director of Financial Aid Julie Payner who will lead a discussion on financial aid for graduate school. By the end…
Wed,
Feb 22

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Division of Children and Family Services

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty…
Wed,
Feb 22

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Promoting Health Equity in African American Communities

Mandel School Dean Dexter Voisin will be giving a keynote DEI presentation, titled Promoting Health Equity in African American Communities, at the Cleveland Clinic's Anesthesiology Institute on Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 7 to 8 a.m. More details to come.
Tue,
Feb 21

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Webinar for Accepted Students: A Panel of Current On-Campus Students

Hear from a panel of current Mandel School full-time, first year students: 4 on-campus MSW students 2 MSW/MNO students 1 MNO student We will cover the first semester realities of graduate school, relocating to Cleveland, OH, social life and juggling multiple roles. You also have the…
Tue,
Feb 21

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Jumpstart Your Professional Writing: Cover Letters, Resumes and More

Join the Mandel School Student Services team for an interactive workshop focused on professional writing. Learn valuable tips and skills from CWRU's Writing Center and Post-Graduate Planning and Experiential Education offices. Whether you are updating your resume or preparing questions for a field…
Wed,
Feb 15

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Wed,
Feb 15

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods (PRCHN)

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Briana McIntosh from the Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods (PRCHN) will join us for the session to highlight the work of the Center in the community, as well as engage the audience with…
Fri,
Feb 10

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Black Men Living with HIV in the Presence of a Violence Syndemic: Finding Hope

Mandel School Dean Dexter Voisin will be giving a presentation, titled Black Men Living with HIV in the Presence of a Violence Syndemic: Finding Hope, at the University of Chicago on Friday, Feb. 10, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Attend via Zoom Meeting ID: 928 3477 3542 Passcode: LabMeeting
Wed,
Feb 8

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Self-Care with University Health & Counseling Services (UH&CS)

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. February is the month for showing your love for the ones closest to you, your family, friends, significant others, etc. The one person we have a tendency to forget is ourselves. Join University Health…
Wed,
Feb 1

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Getting Started With Your Research

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Part 1: Going to the Next Level-Finding Resources at the Harris Library Presenters: Robert Carroll, Kristen Kirchgesler, Sam Skutnik

January 2023

Wed,
Jan 25

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Field Placement Fair

As part of the specialized placement process for Second Year students, the Field Education Department will be hosting a Field Education Fair. We will have 33 community partners in attendance, many of which are alumni of the school. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to stop by and say…
Tue,
Jan 24

12:55 PM - 1:50 PM

Lunch and Learn: Flora Stone Mather Center for Women

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. The Flora Stone Mather Center for Women offers a broad range of education programs,workshops and resources for students, faculty and staff to learn, lead, grow and advance gender equity on the CWRU campus…
Fri,
Jan 20

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Faculty Group Media Training

Increased Mandel School visibility at the local, national and international media levels are central to advancing our national ranking and recruiting and engaging prospective and current students, alumni and donors. Sharing our school’s expertise in research, training and education via the media is…
Thu,
Jan 19

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) Information Session

Members of the Case Western Reserve University community can learn more about the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences’ master’s and certificate program in nonprofit management. Attendees will discover how program alumni have made lasting and sustainable impacts in…
Thu,
Jan 19

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Preparing For Your Early Social Work Career

Do you wonder what your first social work job will be like? Join us to learn what your early career could be in different areas of practice. Seasoned professionals will talk with you about the beginnings of a career in clinical social work, child welfare, school social work, behavioral health and…
Wed,
Jan 18

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Wed,
Jan 11
- Sun,
Jan 15

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SSWR 2023 Annual Conference

The annual Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) 2023 Conference will feature social work education presentations, an exhibit hall and networking opportunities. The conference offers a scientific program that reflects a broad range of research interests:

December 2022

Wed,
Dec 21

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Thu,
Dec 8

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Profiles of Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series featuring Mark L. Joseph

The African American Alumni Association, in partnership with the Office for Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunity and the African American Studies Minor, invites members of the Case Western Reserve University community to attend a Profiles of Inclusive Excellence event on Thursday,…
Fri,
Dec 2

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Critical Conversation #4: Gun Violence & the Second Amendment

The Office of the Provost is undertaking a speaker series that will engage a panel of experts in Critical Conversations. These monthly, cross-disciplinary conversations will cover important—and often controversial—topics from politics to gun violence, to climate change and more. The panel…
Fri,
Dec 2

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Two-Part Community Based System Dynamics Workshop

Join the Mandel School's associate dean for research and training, in collaboration with the doctoral program, for this free two-part workshop focused on introducing participants to Community Based System Dynamics (CBSD) as a participatory systems science method for engaging and working with…

November 2022

Wed,
Nov 30

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Drive to Justice – A Coalition to End Debt-Related Driver's License Suspensions in Ohio

Join current MSW student Carlie Freeman and local agency representatives from Neighborhood Connections, Cleveland State University, Gradient and Legal Aid Society to learn more about the collective work to end debt-related driver's license suspensions. Participation in these events can be counted…
Thu,
Nov 17
- Fri,
Nov 18

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NASW Ohio Chapter 2022 Annual Conference

The 2022 conference theme is Crossroads: Navigating Challenges to our Profession with Moral Courage. The social work profession is at a crossroads, that much is clear, but how our profession will transform is up to us! While our profession has gone through times of transition before, we are…
Wed,
Nov 16

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Wed,
Nov 16

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Research Presentation with Jessica Wojtalik

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Jessica Wojtalik will give a research presentation. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor. You may…
Mon,
Nov 14

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Equity and Inclusion: Exploring the Role of Regional Federal Reserve Banks

Join this roundtable discussion among officials of four Federal Reserve Bank districts as they share their perspectives, roles and the latest innovations to promote greater racial equity and economic inclusion in the communities they serve. Moderated by Mark Joseph, founding director of the…
Thu,
Nov 10
- Sun,
Nov 13

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CSWE 2022 Annual Program Meeting

The Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) 68th Annual Program Meeting (APM) is the place where social work education professionals collaborate, learn, teach and grow. This year’s APM theme is Leading Critical Conversations: Human Rights Are Global Rights and will feature social work…
Wed,
Nov 9

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Post-Election Discussion with Mark Chupp and Zoe Wood

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Mark Chupp and Zoe Wood will host a post-election discussion. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor.…
Wed,
Nov 2

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Building a Youth Crisis Care Response: A Moderated Community Partner Event

The stakes are high for police encounters with youth, especially when the young person is in crisis. Join the Schubert Center for Child Studies for a community conversation where guests will discuss efforts to respond to youth and families in crisis in a relational way rather than…
Wed,
Nov 2

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Study Abroad Information Session: Invisible Groups in a New Poland

All graduate and undergraduate CWRU students are invited to participate in an information session about a three-credit study abroad course to Poland during Spring Break 2023. Invisible Groups in A New Poland focuses on the economic and social changes in Poland since 1989. Come…
Tue,
Nov 1

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Lunch and Learn: Can Two Walk Together – Social Work and the Legal Profession?

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor. You may incorporate this activity into your Learning Agreement…

October 2022

Fri,
Oct 28

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Roundtable Discussion on Biden Administration's Urban Policy Efforts

The National Initiative on Mixed-Income Communities at Case Western Reserve University’s Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, the Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy at New York University’s Wagner School of Public Service, and the Terner Center for Housing…
Thu,
Oct 27
- Sat,
Oct 29

5:45 PM - 5:30 PM

Social Justice Institute 2022 Think Tank

Join the Social Justice Institute for this special convening of social justice leaders! The vibrant, three-day event will take place on the evenings of Thursday and Friday, Oct. 27 and 28, and all day on Saturday, Oct. 29. The Think Tank is centered around the theme of “A Balm…
Thu,
Oct 27

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Interprofessional Dialogues: Micro-practices for Mental Health

In the early summer of 2020, the Office of Interprofessional and Interdisciplinary Education and Research convened an Interprofessional Dialogues Committee, the goal of which is to create ways to build community among faculty, staff and students within the HEC, across CWRU and throughout the…
Wed,
Oct 26

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: Collage Boxes with Elizabeth Bach

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Elizabeth Bach will guide us through making collage boxes. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor…
Fri,
Oct 21

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

It Takes a Village: Improving Black Infant and Maternal Health

The Center on Trauma and Adversity is a community partner with the City Club for this forum, as it aligns with their research and studies. Missed this event? Watch Jazmin Long's Oct. 21 City Club talk Described by Verna Houck Motto Professor Sonia Minnes as a "tour de force"
Wed,
Oct 19

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Wed,
Oct 19

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: The Trauma Center

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor. You may incorporate this activity into your Learning Agreement…
Tue,
Oct 18
- Thu,
Oct 20

1:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Mindfulness Matters Week

Mindfulness Matters Week returns Oct. 18–20. The Case Western Reserve University community will have opportunities to learn about and practice mindfulness with Zoom presentations from mindfulness experts from across the United States. Assistant Professor Marjorie Edguer is one of the faculty…
Sat,
Oct 15

10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

NASW Social Work Pioneers 2022 Celebration

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the National Association of Social Worker's (NASW) annual Social Work Pioneers Celebration will be held in-person on Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. The Social Work Pioneer Program honors members of the…
Wed,
Oct 12

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Indigenous Knowledge, Environments and Wellbeing in Aotearoa

Paora Messiah Te Hurihanganui Paora Te Hurihanganui is a son of the sovereign tribal nation of Ngāti Rangiwewehi and is of Te Arawa, Ngāti Awa and Ngāti Tūwharetoa descent. Previously he led Te Papa Tākaro o Te Arawa an Iwi mandated trust for 15 years as CEO and the Te Arawa and Tuwharetoa…
Wed,
Oct 12

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and Learn: The Writing Center

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor. You may incorporate this activity into your Learning Agreement…
Thu,
Oct 6
- Sun,
Oct 9

7:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Homecoming & Reunion 2022

Welcome back, alumni! After two years of celebrating our alumni remotely for Homecoming & Reunion, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is looking forward to seeing our valued alumni October 7–8 for an assortment of in-person and virtual events. Please RSVP…
Thu,
Oct 6

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Virtual Career Fair

The CWRU Fall 2022 Virtual Career Fair will happen on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 2 to 5 p.m. EST and is open to all CWRU students and alumni. Be sure to use Google Chrome as your browser. Employers who attend this event are interested in recruiting CWRU students and alumni. Participants who…
Thu,
Oct 6

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch and Learn: The Student Run Health Clinic

Join us for this ongoing series to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Participation in these events can be counted towards your Professional Development (PD) Hours with the approval of your field faculty advisor. You may incorporate this activity into your Learning Agreement…

September 2022

Wed,
Sep 28

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Critical Conversation #1: The Role of Universities and Critical Conversations

The Office of the Provost is undertaking a speaker series that will engage a panel of experts in Critical Conversations. These monthly, cross-disciplinary conversations will cover important—and often controversial—topics from politics to gun violence, to climate change and more. The panel…
Wed,
Sep 28

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch & Learn: "Homelessness Research using Integrated Data Systems and Stakeholder Knowledge"

Join us for this ongoing series of September sessions to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Dr. Francisca Richter will talk about her research and highlight the Data Science Certificate. This session will be recorded. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks will…
Tue,
Sep 27

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Business, Arts and Service Career Fair

CWRU Career Fair is an on-campus networking event at Case Western Reserve University. CWRU Business, Arts, and Service in-person career fair will be held in the Tinkham Veale University Center Ballrooms. This event is an in-person opportunity for students to meet with recruiters for hiring…
Mon,
Sep 26

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Engineering, Technology and Science Career Fair

CWRU Career Fair is an on-campus networking event at Case Western Reserve University. CWRU Engineering, Technology, and Science in-person career fair will be held in the Tinkham Veale University Center Ballrooms. This event is an in-person opportunity for students to meet with recruiters for hiring…
Wed,
Sep 21

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Trauma & The Brain Training Series

Held on the third Wednesday of each month from September 2022 through April 2023. Featuring a guided reading of Dr. Bruce Perry's The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, the Trauma & The Brain Training Series will cover one book chapter each month using facilitated discussion, case review and skills…
Tue,
Sep 20

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch & Learn: Yoga Session with Piper Sereno, RYT-200

Join us for this ongoing series of September sessions to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Piper Sereno, RYT-200, is a registered yoga teacher at Release Yoga. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more…
Thu,
Sep 15

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards Ceremony

Presented by the Cleveland Foundation, the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards remain the only American book prize focusing on works that address racism and diversity. We look forward to a galvanizing night with our 2022 winners: Percival Everett,“The Trees,” Fiction Donika Kelly, “The…
Wed,
Sep 14

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch & Learn: Voter Registration / Center for Civic Engagement and Learning (CCEL)

Join us for this ongoing series of September sessions to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided. We are planning to offer more programming as an ongoing series. If you have questions or ideas for future…
Wed,
Sep 7

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch & Learn: Mandel School Student Services and CWRU Campus Resources

Join us for this ongoing series of September sessions to support students in all of the Mandel School's programs. A pizza lunch will be provided for this session. We are planning to offer more programming as an ongoing series. If you have questions or ideas for future sessions, please contact…
Thu,
Sep 1

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Retirement Celebration Honoring Claudia J. Coulton

Please join Dean Dexter R. Voisin, PhD, as our school community honors Dr. Claudia Coulton on the occasion of her retirement from teaching and celebrates her illustrious 44-year academic career at the Mandel School. We’ll recognize her substantial worldwide impact through the early development of…

August 2022

Wed,
Aug 31

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Fall Convocation 2022

Fall Convocation is the formal celebration that opens each new academic year at Case Western Reserve University. Held in late August during the first week of the fall semester, Fall Convocation features keynote remarks from the Elaine G. Hadden Distinguished Visiting Author, along with recognition…
Fri,
Aug 26

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Field Instructor Training: Tevera

The Department of Field Education is hosting a field instructor training for all field instructors in all formats (on-campus, IW, online) to learn about their new technology system, Tevera. Tevera will allow students, field faculty advisors and field instructors to work together to elevate…
Fri,
Aug 26

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

The Faults in Our System: Transforming Juvenile Justice

The Center on Trauma and Adversity is a community partner with the City Club for this forum, as it aligns with their research and studies.
Fri,
Aug 26

9:00 AM - 12:45 PM

International Student Orientation

International Student Orientation In addition to the live orientation sessions, international students will participate in other activities throughout August and an International Student Orientation on the morning of Friday, August 26. Details will be sent directly to students. Please contact…
Fri,
Aug 19

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Live Orientation: MSW On-Campus Weekly

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Thu,
Aug 18

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Live Orientation: MNO and Dual Degree MSW/MNO

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…
Sat,
Aug 13

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Live Orientation: MSW Intensive Weekend

Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences! We’re looking forward to supporting you throughout the orientation process and sharing essential elements that will help you begin a successful journey in your graduate education and development as a Change Leader.…

April 2022

Wed,
Apr 27

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Mandel Leadership Fellows 2022 Capstone Presentations

Join us to hear the Mandel Leadership Fellows present their capstone projects via a live poster session on Wednesday, April 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. Presentations will be livestreamed from 5 to 6 p.m. for those who cannot attend; there will be no Q&A for this portion. In-person…
Wed,
Apr 6

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Impact Talk with Jennifer King: "The Neurobiology of Trauma – The Power of Relationships to Heal"

Come learn how careers in social work are making a difference in society! You're invited to join the Mandel School for four Impact Talks, excellent opportunities for students to be inspired by our faculty and their specializations. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees, and door prizes…

February 2022

Thu,
Feb 10

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month 2022 Address

On Thursday, Feb. 10, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., the new dean of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Dexter Voisin, will give the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month keynote address, titled Promoting Racial Equity in Healthcare…

May 2021

Sat,
May 29

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Commencement 2021

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is excited to celebrate the achievements of this year's graduates! The ceremony will take place on Freiberger Field and be live-streamed for family and friends to watch in real time. Public health considerations require…

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