College of Arts and Sciences
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Inside an audiology lab, where Lauren Calandruccio investigates multilingual hearing behavior in noisy environments
Editor’s note: Jasmine Vo, the author of this story, is a student employee in the University Marketing and Communications department. She is a fourth-year student majoring in communication sciences. While working as a clinical audiologist, Lauren Calandruccio realized how many unknowns remain in…
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May 12, 2023
Three APP students recently represented the institution at the annual American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering Workshop in Washington, D.C. Representing CWRU were Edward Carson, a PhD student in biomedical…
May 10, 2023
Researcher: Ohio, don't fall for bait, switch. Vouchers 'thinly veiled tax break' for richThe Columbus Dispatch: Benjamin Helton, assistant professor of music education, said that the state’s voucher program is not helping low-income students as advertised, but rather “acting as a thinly veiled tax…
May 10, 2023
To fully recount the many achievements and accolades Sandra Walker Russ earned in her nearly five decades at APP would be no easy feat. She’s a Distinguished University Professor and has been interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences—twice. She was chair of the…
May 10, 2023
During her 37 years on the humanities faculty of APP, Jenifer Neils acquired an international reputation for her original, thought-provoking writings on classical art and culture. As an archaeologist, curator and teacher—and most recently as director of the American…
May 09, 2023
The study of medieval art is flourishing at APP. Among the latest developments: a Microsoft HoloLens Immersive Realms application that allows students to experience medieval treasures as their first owners might have done, and a new medieval student group that hopes to…
May 05, 2023
The poet facing down the end of the worldThe Atlantic: Walt Hunter, chair of the Department of English at the College of Arts and Sciences, discussed the work of American poet, Jorie Graham, who’s often cited as one of the most celebrated poets of the American post-war generation. “For more than…
May 05, 2023
The Kentucky Derby is the longest continuously held sporting event in the United States, with the first event being held in 1875—but chances are you don’t know much about it beyond its fanfare. The 2023 Kentucky Derby—taking place May 6 in Louisville, Kentucky—is the 149th renewal of the horse…
May 05, 2023
Every year, countless individuals look forward to Cinco de Mayo (May 5) as a day to shamelessly enjoy tacos and similar Hispanic foods. Yet, there are many misconceptions associated with the day—down to its origins, which are often associated with Mexico's independence from Spain (an act that…
May 03, 2023
Are you interested in environmental justice, art and architecture, or passionate about sustainable practices? The Department of Art History and Art will host a community-centered town hall event with local leaders in sustainability, waste policy and environmental justice. Titled “From Lake to…
May 02, 2023
President Kaler praises Vinson’s contributions; names Dean Joy K. Ward to serve as interim provost Ben Vinson III Case Western Reserve President Eric W. Kaler announced today that Provost Ben Vinson III will step down June 30 to lead Howard University, a nationally renowned historically Black…