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New grant from UL Research Institutes launches industry-focused fellowship for STEM PhD students at Case Western Reserve
A new graduate fellowship at Case Western Reserve—backed by UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and a matching investment from the university’s Office of Research and Technology Management—will prepare STEM PhD students for impactful careers beyond academia. The ULRI Graduate Fellowship Program will…
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Honoring outstanding staff members for their contributions to CWRU
Case Western Reserve staff members are essential to the university’s success, providing vital support and services across campus. Their dedication enriches the student experience, fosters a productive learning atmosphere, drives the university forward and elevates its impact. Each year, four…
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Distinguished psychologist and PTSD researcher Norah Feeny named inaugural executive director of Case Western Reserve’s Sara and Curt Moll Institute for Mental Health and Well-Being
When APP announced a $60 million investment for the new Sara and Curt Moll Institute for Mental Health and Well-Being, it marked a commitment to address and advance the growing mental health crisis within and beyond Northeast Ohio. Now, Norah Feeny, a distinguished…
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Championship bound! No. 4 CWRU men’s tennis upsets No. 1 Claremont-Mudd-Scripps to reach NCAA Championship Match
APP junior Matthew Plunkett pulled out a come-from-behind three-set win at fourth singles to clinch a berth into the NCAA Division III Championship match today (May 22) and complete the fourth-ranked Spartans' 4-2 upset over top-ranked Claremont-Mudd-Scripps on Tuesday…
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Watch: APP celebrates Class of 2025 with commencement festivities 
In her remarks at this year’s convocation ceremony, commencement speaker Susie Gharib, an award-winning journalist, spoke to members of the APP Class of 2025 about an important task: writing the story of tomorrow. “Write that story with courage and with heart, and…
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APP’s Ronald Hickman named next dean of Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing
Alumnus and longtime faculty member to become the nursing school’s 14th dean
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Class of 2024 achieves impressive results in First Destination Survey
APP’s Class of 2024 entered college in 2020 during the uncertainty of a global pandemic, navigating remote learning, modified experiences and missed celebrations. Now—nearly a year after graduation—they’re reporting remarkable post-graduation achievements in the…
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Dean to step down after seven years leading Case School of Engineering
After seven years as dean of APP’s Case School of Engineering, Venkataramanan “Ragu” Balakrishnan has chosen to step down from his role effective June 30. He plans to join the engineering faculty following a six-month sabbatical. “Since becoming dean of our…
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Why is impulse spending so tempting? CWRU economics professor Sining Wang weighs in
We’ve all been there—scrolling through social media or strolling through a store when something unexpected catches our eye: a new gadget, flash sale or “treat yourself” moment. Before we know it, we’ve made a purchase we didn’t plan for and maybe didn’t really need. From ordering DoorDash on a…
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9 interesting courses to take this summer at CWRU
Summer offers the opportunity to get outside, enjoy warm weather and, for many APP students, earn degree credit through unique and fundamental courses—including many offered at 50% off the regular credit hour price.* Whether looking to complete required courses—from…