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First Year Information

  • August 27, 2026
    The annual Choices Fair is an opportunity for you to explore nearly 100 majors and minors at Case Western Reserve University while fulfilling an Explore event requirement. Faculty representatives from various academic departments will be available to answer your questions during this engaging event…
  • August 27, 2026
    Join the annual CWRU Study Abroad Fair on Friday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outdoors on the Case Quad. The Study Abroad Fair features all of the various options available to CWRU students: faculty-led CWRU courses that go abroad over school break times, full summer and semester programs…
  • August 27, 2026
    A note for first-year students from Greg Harris, Dean of Students
  • August 27, 2026
    A note from Travis Apgar, Vice President for Student Affairs
  • August 20, 2026
    A note from the Office of Multicultural Affairs
  • August 20, 2026
    A note from the Office of Greek Life
  • August 19, 2026
    The drop/add period continues until Friday, Sept. 4, at 11:59 p.m. ET. While it is possible to change classes until this deadline, you are strongly encouraged to finalize your schedule early.Please note special drop/add deadlines for half-semester courses and dynamically dated courses:First-half…
  • April 30, 2026
    Stress and self-doubt can creep up, especially during finals. You might start doubting yourself and your skills due to difficult assignments or exams. This stress can feel difficult to overcome, especially when confronting challenges you may not have faced before.Here are a few steps to work…
  • April 29, 2026
    Your first year at Case Western Reserve was filled with new beginnings and experiences. You built new routines, explored new courses, made new friends, joined clubs and organizations, participated in university traditions and so much more.As your first year ends you may already be thinking towards…
  • April 29, 2026
    The Cleveland Asian Festival is back this year, May 16-17. The festival is volunteer-run and aims to showcase Asian culture and promote the AsiaTown neighborhood of Cleveland.The festival is still seeking volunteers who are ready to take on one or more shifts to provide a strong experience for…