Community

Brian Gray and Juan Jeffrey sharing information with fellow CWRU employees at the Garden@Case community garden site on campus

 

Participating in a university-based community effort (multi-week program, attending at least 85% of sessions over a minimum of 8 weeks) is necessary to be eligible for this incentive. You must complete an attestation form in HCM by Nov. 30 to earn the incentive. 

Why is this Important?

Having close relationships at work has been found to positively affect employee retention, safety, work quality and engagement. Research indicates that people feel better emotionally when they do kind things for and with other people. Building community within the university is an important part of building well-being for faculty, staff and the university.

Options include:

  • Discuss books with friends at Reflection Point 
  • Participate in Crafters@Case
  • Join a Sustained Dialogue group 
  • Or, consider developing and participating in a new university-based community initiative to build bonds with others on campus. Contact Elizabeth Click, Medical Director, at erc10@case.edu to determine if your group meets the criteria.

Wellness Walk & Talk Series

Take a walk outside, connect with fellow faculty and staff, and expand your awareness of the innovative and creative activities occurring at CWRU with the new Wellness Walk & Talk Series!  

Look for this series again in 2024!


Reflection Point

Reflection Point brings professor-led literature seminars to workplaces and community settings to build confidence, critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity. Over the course of 12 weeks, the group will discuss three different books. Through shared narratives, Reflection Point encourages and nurtures work cultures rooted in trust, open dialogue and strong social connection – all critical elements of wellbeing.

Learn more on the Reflection Point website.

Get a feel for the program by watching this short video:

Faculty and staff are invited to join one of two Reflection Point groups during Spring semester 2024:

Tuesdays, January 23 - April 9, 12:30-1:30 pm via Zoom

Wednesdays, January 24 - April 10, 12-1 pm via Zoom

Those who have not yet participated in previous Reflection Point groups will have priority. Please email erc10@case.edu if you are interested in participating.


Crafters@Case

Crafters@Case brings together a diverse group of staff, students and faculty from the Schools of Nursing, Engineering, MSASS, Research Administration, and multiple departments in the School of Medicine to create handmade donations in support of local community organizations. Groups currently meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays via Zoom. Everyone is welcome regardless of skill level.

crafter donations

Learn more about Crafters@Case‌. With questions, email Tanya Smith (tdc9@case.edu) or Sheila Campbell (smc26@case.edu).

Join Crafters Today


Sustained Dialogue

For almost 10 years, the CWRU Sustained Dialogue program brings together individuals from various backgrounds to discuss campus, local and national issues of concern, including diversity and inclusion matters. Dialogue groups are formed each year. No experience or special skills needed -- just attend and engage with others.

Learn more about Sustained Dialogue

Groups meet weekly to share their experiences and perspectives and work collectively to suggest ways to make the campus more welcoming and inclusive. Be part of the conversation and help make a positive change on campus! 

Benefits of Sustained Dialogue:

  • Meet individuals from across the campus
  • Develop new friendships
  • Enhance your communication and listening skills
  • Learn how to effectively engage in critical conversations 
  • Gain tools for and comfort in engaging with individuals from various backgrounds 
  • Develop proposals for positive change at CWRU

Spring 2024 Dialogue Group 

Building empathy is a key ingredient in building successful relationships and appreciation within the workplace. It helps to understand the perspectives, needs, and intentions of others. How do we make this happen? If you are interested in collaborating with others to practice dialogue skills and develop pathways to building empathy for faculty and staff at CWRU, you are invited to join a Sustained Dialogue group focused on creating a sense of belonging and appreciation in the workplace.

Thursdays, Feb. 8 - April 11 (no session March 14), from 2-3 pm via Zoom