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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, we…

Some love stories begin with grand romantic gestures. Others feature more unorthodox beginnings. But for Case Western Reserve Spartan Sweethearts of all eras, it has always come down to chemistry. Michele Sands (GRS ‘69, communication sciences) and Howard Sands (GRS ‘69, pharmacology) In…

When you have good news to share, are looking for advice or just need a listening ear, a friend is a good place to turn. From schoolyard buddies to workplace bonds, we develop friendships throughout our lives. And each year, National Make a Friend Day (Feb. 11) celebrates those special connections…

Ruby Dee, Robert Guillaume and Langston Hughes are just a few of the familiar names associated with Karamu House—the oldest African American-producing theater in the United States. Since 1915, Karamu House—located on Cleveland’s east side—has nurtured the careers of dancers, photographers,…

Across Asia and in communities around the world, the Lunar New Year carries rich traditions and cultural meaning. The celebration marks the beginning of the New Year according to the lunar calendar, starting with the first new moon and lasting 15 days until the first full moon. During this…

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…

"So, bye-bye, miss American pie..." While chances are you've sung along to Don McLean's "American Pie," you may be less familiar with the radio hit's somber inspiration. Referenced in the lyrics as "the day the music died," McLean’s 1971 song was paying homage to Feb. 3, 1959—the day pop music…

From freshwater spaces to bogs, swamps, marshes and beyond, wetlands are distinct climates and ecosystems that play major roles in the air we breathe. Not only that, they house 40% of all plant and animal species—despite covering just 6% of Earth’s land surface, according to the United Nations…

Even with the frosty Cleveland winter in full swing, there are plenty of ways to explore the nearby community in February. Grab your favorite hat and scarf—or create your own like the members of Case Western Reserve’s Yarn Arts Club—as you celebrate the Lunar New Year in Asia Town, take part in an…