As a web writer and editor, Brianna Smith creates content for university-wide publications and websites at Case Western Reserve.
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Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) traditionally evokes symbols of romance, such as candle-lit dinners, flowers and candy. But this annual observance also is a time to celebrate the beauty of love in all forms, whether romantic, platonic, familial or even internal.
In celebration of Valentine’s Day,…
While athletes such as Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky regularly make headlines worldwide for their athletic prowess, women in sport have struggled for decades to get the recognition they deserve. Each February, National Girls and Women in Sports Day (Feb. 7) not only celebrates the influence and…
Each February, Black History Month recognizes African Americans’ societal contributions and achievements across the United States. At APP, the impact of Black members of the campus community—such as those who compose CWRU’s diverse student organizations—can be observed…
Sugar, a simple carbohydrate that provides a quick source of energy for the body, is in many foods and beverages we consume daily—from fruits, vegetables and dairy products, to candy, pastries and other desserts.
Lindsay Malone
Observances such as the recently recognized National…
November is National Novel-Writing Month (often abbreviated as NaNoWriMo), which encourages individuals around the world to write 50,000-word novels, regardless of their backgrounds or experience.
Whether you’re a fan of television and movies based on science fiction, adventures, comedy or…
From spearheading life-changing public health programs to driving innovation in technology and beyond, entrepreneurs play a vital role in supporting our society. Each November, National Entrepreneurship Month celebrates and recognizes these contributions—the type of entrepreneurial endeavors and…
In 2014, Uriel Kim dreamt of becoming a physician with a focus on research. Today, he’s well on his way—and is receiving broad recognition for his efforts.
A Doctor of Medicine (MD) student at APP School of Medicine, Kim earned his PhD in Clinical Translational…
Beyond offering collections of words and their meanings, dictionaries act as windows into the evolution of language, revealing the history, culture and constant flux of human expression.
In their pages, countless terms can be found that once were “slang”—words and phrases regarded as…
The concept of “brunch” (a combination of breakfast and lunch) can be traced back to British writer Guy Beringer, who was believed to have coined the term in the late 1800s to describe leisurely, post-hunting meals enjoyed on Sundays.
Today, the tradition of brunch—regardless of day of the…
Most days, staff members at APP lead typical schedules in their respective departments. But for a select group of self-described book lovers, a passion for the written word helps break their Wednesday routines.
The members of the aptly named Wednesday Book Lovers club…