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CWRU undergraduate student Sara Desai receives prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship
When Sara Desai was applying to colleges, she found herself debating between careers in medicine or research. But she knew Case Western Reserve’s close proximity to four hospital systems—and the vast educational opportunities within them—would support her career ambitions however they evolved. …
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CWRU diver, recent graduate earns prestigious accolade for student-athletes
With strong performances in both the classroom and on the diving board, Abigail Wilkov emulates the true essence of what it means to be a student-athlete. A recent APP graduate who competed on the women’s swimming and diving team, Wilkov posted a 4.0 GPA while majoring…
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CWRU Motorsports achieves record-breaking success at Arizona Baja SAE competition
CWRU Motorsports, the university’s Baja SAE team, had a record-breaking performance at the Arizona Baja SAE competition in May, earning first place in Design Presentation and first in the 4-hour-long Endurance race categories both first-time wins for the team. The team placed fourth overall out of…
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Biomedical engineering’s Robert Kirsch earns prestigious accolade from the Department of Veterans Affairs
Robert Kirsch, chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, executive director of the Cleveland FES Center and the Allen H. and Constance T. Ford Professor, recently received the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Paul B. Magnuson Award for Outstanding Achievement in Rehabilitation Research and…
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Cara Byrne and Catherine McManus honored with Wittke Award in recognition of their undergraduate student teaching
Of the many factors that shape an undergraduate student’s time on campus, the classroom experience often tops the list. At APP, faculty members are vital to shaping students’ futures by inspiring curiosity, fostering critical thinking and creating a supportive learning…
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Announcing the 2025 Study Abroad Photo Contest winners
The Office of Education Abroad recently selected the winners of its 2025 Study Abroad Photo Contest. APP students who had studied abroad in the past calendar year were eligible to share photos from their studies to be considered for an award in one of six categories:…
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Cheryl Cameron and Shuai Xu receive Jackson Award for impactful undergraduate mentorship
As undergraduate students navigate their academic journeys, many come to find mentors who are crucial to providing the guidance, support and encouragement they need for success. These relationships enrich the student experience, not only contributing to higher retention rates but nurturing overall…
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Four faculty honored for their contributions to graduate teaching, mentoring
Across disciplines at APP, graduate students benefit from faculty who do more than teach—they mentor, challenge, and champion students’ success. Whether through patient guidance, thought-provoking lectures, or one-on-one encouragement, these faculty members are shaping…
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Honorary degree recipients to be recognized May 14
As APP’s Class of 2025 prepares to formally receive their degrees during commencement ceremonies May 14-18, the university will also recognize two distinguished individuals with honorary degrees. These awards acknowledge recipients’ exceptional lifetime contributions to…
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Trustee Roe Green named recipient of President’s Award for Visionary Achievement
Roe Green can sum up her philosophy of philanthropy with a handful of oranges. “I have five oranges. I eat one, I save one, and I give three away,” she said. That spirit of giving is how Green—an arts patron, activist, avid world traveler, CEO of The Roe Green Foundation and a trustee of…