Welcome, New Students!
Welcome to the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences!
Orientation is an important first step in your Mandel School experience. Designed to help you transition into graduate education, orientation introduces you to the people, resources, expectations, and community that will support your success as a Change Leader.
All new Mandel School students, regardless of degree or program format, participate in orientation. Orientation includes program-specific live sessions as well as online materials available through Canvas, Case Western Reserve University’s learning management system.
Program-Specific Orientation
Each program format offers an orientation experience tailored to the needs of its students.
MNO & Dual Degree
MNO and Dual Degree students will learn about the curriculum, academic policies and procedures, and the Mandel School experience. Students will also hear from current students and alumni and participate in activities designed to build connections with their classmates and professional community.
MSW Weekly
The Weekly Program Orientation prepares students for academic and professional success through sessions focused on academic policies, financial aid, field education, Interprofessional Education (IPE), Harris Library resources, and the Weekly Program. Students will also hear from the Dean, alumni, current students, and a keynote speaker while connecting with their cohort.
MSW Weekend
Weekend Program Orientation introduces students to academic policies, financial aid, field education, and the Mandel School experience. Students will hear from the Dean, alumni, and current students and participate in activities designed to build connections with their cohort.
MSW Online
Online Orientation is designed specifically for students learning in a virtual environment. Students will learn about academic policies, financial aid, field education, and Harris Library resources while connecting with the Online Program Director, current online students, and members of their cohort.
Canvas Orientation
All new Mandel School students receive access to online orientation materials through Canvas. Students will be notified through their CWRU email when the orientation modules are available.
Although orientation modules are not graded, all new students are required to complete the assigned orientation materials.
Questions?
For questions about orientation, please contact Mandel School Student Services at mandelstudentservices@case.edu.
Resources for New Students
All new, incoming students are encouraged to visit the Student Services and Support web page for information that supports a successful transition to graduate school.
- Find a Place to Live: Grad students may choose to live in off-campus rental housing in Cleveland or one of the surrounding communities. Graduate Student Housing's Living Off Campus site provides information on rental basics, off-campus housing listings, neighborhood connections and more.
- Explore Your New Community: Check out Discovering Cleveland to learn about the arts and culture scene, sporting events, parks, festivals, shopping and student discounts, as well as how to get around town via shuttles, rapid train, car, bus and air.
- Discover Campus Groups, Resources for Students and CWRU Student Affairs: CWRU offers a wide range of programs, events and resources to help you navigate your experience and find what you need.
If you have questions or issues during the orientation process, please contact Mandel School Student Services. We look forward to seeing the next class of Change Leaders!