CASE DAILY

Case Daily - Jul 02, 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:43:03 EST

Recent Graduate Wants to Make Her Mark in Cleveland, Contribute to Region

Emily Fox has no plans to leave Cleveland now that she has graduated from Case Western Reserve University.

After three years, she left campus with the Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Social Administration, and a certificate in nonprofit management.

The recent social work graduate wants to be part of the solution to rebuild the city instead of leaving.

Campus News

The university will be closed on Friday, July 3, to observe the Fourth of July holiday. Case Daily will resume publication on Monday, July 6.

The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is hosting an information session from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, at the Mandel School. The community is invited to learn about a social work degree from one of the highest-ranked graduate social work programs in the nation. The session will focus on the master's program, field education, and financial aid. Contact the admissions office at 368-2280 to register.

NetWellness, a free consumer Web health site sponsored and operated by Case Western Reserve University, Ohio State University, and the University of Cincinnati, allows users to ask medical questions of experts from the universities.

For Faculty and Staff

Faculty members are invited to apply to become fall 2009 University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education Learning Fellows. The program promotes collaboration with teachers from across the university. The application deadline is July 6. Learn more.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

IngenuityFest, Cleveland's annual showcase of arts and technology, will take place July 10-12 in downtown Cleveland. Boltz, coordinated by Case School of Engineering alumnus Ian Charnas, will feature the Tesla Orchestra transforming "lightning bolts" emitted from a tall aerial into musical sounds. Case Western Reserve faculty, staff, students and alumni can use the promo code CASE when calling to purchase tickets through Playhouse Square (216-241-6000) or at the gate any day of the festival to receive a 50 percent discount.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

July 2, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Medications' shelf life vs. expiration date: a NetWellness column

The Plain Dealer, July 1, 2009
Darrell Hulisz, associate professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, explains the difference between shelf life and the expiration date of medications.

Teenagers are building their own job engine

New York Times, June 27, 2009
Unemployment for 16- to 19-year-olds is at its highest rate since 1992. That is causing some teenagers to rethink their notion of work and to embrace entrepreneurship. Scott Shane, professor of entrepreneurial studies at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Dead money and cap ballast

ESPN.com, June 30, 2009
ESPN counts down the Summer of 2009's Top 15 Dead Money Players and Cap-Killing Contracts. The article references Jamaal Tinsley of the Indiana Pacers. When Tinsley received no counter to his buyout proposal, he proceeded with a grievance in which he will argue before arbitrator Calvin Sharpe. Sharpe is professor of law and director of the Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Conflict and Dispute Resolution at Case Western Reserve University.

Betting blind on ACES

National Review Online, June 29, 2009
Jonathan Adler, professor law at Case Western Reserve University, writes a column about the American Clean Energy and Security Act.

Higher Ed News

New commission on graduate school formed

Diverse Issues in Higher Education, July 2, 2009
The Council of Graduate Schools and the Educational Testing Service have announced the formation of a Commission on the Future of Graduate Education in the United States.

Case Daily - Jul 01, 2009

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:19:36 EST

Campus Community Has Opportunity to Brush Up on Skills With Summer Classes at KSL

Although summer seems like a good time to wind down, it's actually a great time to brush up on skills with a CaseLearns class at Kelvin Smith Library.

Summer opportunities await the campus community via free classes. Learn how to maximize online meetings, work with digital texts, get the most out of library databases, and more.

A calendar of classes and registration information is available online. Learn more.

Campus News

Effective Monday, July 6, the S10 gate between parking lots S10 and 1B will be secured at all times, as the Euclid Corridor is now open. Contact Access Services at parking@case.edu or (216) 368-2273 for questions.

The campus community is invited to sign up to receive e-mail alerts regarding Human Capital Management (HCM) system maintenance and updated functionality. Go online and click "subscribe" on the left side of the screen.

For Faculty and Staff

The University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education (UCITE) is hosting a discussion on "Case Western Reserve University's World of Second Life" from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday, July 2, in the Allen Memorial Medical Library's Herrick Room. Since the university began its venture into Second Life more than two years ago, it has been on the cutting edge of research and experimentation, supporting health care, bioethics, civic engagement and a coalition of government, medical facilities, libraries and schools in the community. Sue Shick of ITAC (Instructional Technology and Academic Computing) will share what exactly new development is all about. Come learn about this exciting new development and what it means for our community. Pizza and beverages will be served. RSVP by email to UCITE.

The Department of Human Resources will host a session on "Becoming an Effective Team Member" from 1 to 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July 2, in Nord Hall 310A. Participants will learn the essential skills necessary to develop and maintain highly effective teams. Whether the participant is a team member or a team leader they will gain the skills necessary for effective team performance. Register online.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

Curt Moll, retiring chairman and CEO of MTD Products, Inc., will visit campus Monday, July 6. Under Moll's leadership, MTD—a global manufacturing corporation, which produces outdoor power equipment and appliance components—has challenged its U.S. workers to participate in developing strategies to produce top-quality, cost-effective products to position the company against offshore competitors with significantly lower labor costs, and still meet the just-in-time needs of large-volume retailers such as Wal-Mart, Home Depot and Sears. Moll will share his insights with students in TiME's Materials Manufacturing class.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

July 1, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Ruling in firefighters case fuels critics of Sotomayor

Los Angeles Times, June 30, 2009
The Supreme Court's reversal Monday of a discrimination ruling involving a group of white Connecticut firefighters has provided critics of high court nominee Sonia Sotomayor with some fresh ammunition. Jonathan Adler, a professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, comments.

How Europe began flexing financial-regulation muscle

BusinessWeek, June 30, 2009
The European Union's financial regulations are shaping up to be a big deal for companies based in the U.S. and elsewhere—even beyond their European operations. History suggests Europe's regulatory boldness won't end with this financial crisis and global recession. Indeed, research by Elliot Posner, a Case Western Reserve University political scientist, suggest it was already stirring before the crash, and is likely to linger.

A new business on the horizon

CoolCleveland, July 1, 2009
How do businesses get started in Northeast Ohio? Well, this one got started by accident using clay and water. That's way too simple you are thinking. Add a freeze dryer and some polymers and you've got the new clay aerogel composite material developed by David Schiraldi, associate professor of engineering at Case Western Reserve University, and his research group.

Renewed Cornell Road Bridge to reopen after being closed for four and a half years

The Plain Dealer, July 1, 2009
There will be no fireworks but lots of celebrating on Thursday when the Cornell Road bridge, a vital link between Little Italy and University Circle, reopens to traffic. Dick Jamieson, vice president for campus services at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Higher Ed News

Paying college tuition with credit card gets costlier

USA TODAY, July 1, 2009
Across the nation, a growing number of universities are making it harder—and costlier—for students to use credit cards.

Case Daily - Jun 30, 2009

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:40:20 EST

Case Western Reserve Receives $5M
from Third Frontier Commission for the
Center For Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine

The Center for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine (CSCRM), comprised of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and Athersys, Inc., has received $5 million from Ohio's Third Frontier Commission under the Research Commercialization Program. The funding will help support new and innovative stem cell technologies including two commercial, four emerging and three pilot projects. This funding will be matched by each of the projects to create a $10 million grant benefiting stem cell and regenerative medicine in Ohio.

"This funding provides CSCRM the support it needs to continue to aggressively move new technologies from academic labs towards commercial development," said Stan Gerson, director of the Center for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine.

The continued research efforts will result in efficient clinical applications and commercialization of stem cells to benefit patients throughout Ohio. Read more.

U.S. Supreme Court Cites Law Professor's Work

In the recent Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts ruling, the United States Supreme Court recently cited Paul Giannelli's work. He is a professor of law.

This is the seventh time his work has been cited by the Court. Both the majority and the dissent cited his text, Scientific Evidence. Read more.

Campus News

The university's book club is currently reading The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield. Those interested in discussing the book are invited to attend the group's next meeting from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, in Crawford Hall 720. Contact Susan Benedict for details.

The summer barbecue season continues Wednesday, July 1, with an All American Barbecue theme and music by Megan Slankard. There will be different menus and musical styles from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Crawford Deck every Wednesday through July 8. The events are open to the public. Each barbecue event costs $7.75 per person, and includes a full menu, beverage and dessert, as well as a front row seat to the entertainment. CaseCharge, CaseCash and cash accepted. Go online for more information.

For Faculty and Staff

The Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) reminds researchers about the July 1 quarterly competition for small pilot funding of up to $10,000 to support activities provided by any of the CTSC Core facilities. The program is being supported by Case Western Reserve, University Hospitals of Cleveland and MetroHealth Medical Center, and investigators whose primary appointments are based at these sites are eligible. Investigators at the Cleveland Clinic have access to internal pilot funds for clinical and translational research through the RPC Program. Additional details are available online.

The Department of Human Resources, in collaboration with TIAA-CREF, is offering an onsite Investor Education Series. All interested staff and faculty are eligible to attend. Whether you currently have investments with TIAA-CREF, another investment firm or no firm at all, this series of workshops will prove timely and informative. The next session, "How Am I Doing?: Understanding and Achieving Your Long-Term Financial Goals," will meet from noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, in Crawford Hall 209. Go online to register and learn more about the series.

For Students

The Women in Science and Engineering Roundtable will present a summer fiesta from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, July 9, at the Village at 115 courtyard between Houses 1-3 (rain location: House 2 Great room). The event is open to all women undergraduates on campus.

Events

Joseph C. LaManna, professor of physiology and biophysics, neurology and neurosciences, announces that the Annual Meeting of the International Society on Oxygen Transport to Tissue (ISOTT) will be held for the first time in Cleveland July 5-9. ISOTT is an interdisciplinary society featuring international members. LaManna is the organization's president. The annual meeting brings together scientists, engineers, clinicians, and mathematicians in a unique forum for the exchange of information and knowledge, the updating of participants on latest developments and techniques, and the discussion of controversial issues within the field of oxygen transport to tissue. The featured presenter will be Jay Dean on "Oxygen and the World War II Aviator." Go online for additional details or to register.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 30, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

High court's bias ruling may reshape employer policies

The Online NewsHour (PBS), June 29, 2009
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that a group of white firefighters was unfairly denied promotions because of their race. Analysts examine the impact on future labor policy. Jonathan Adler, professor of law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, offers insight on the ruling.

Case Western Reserve University School of Law professor Paul Giannelli's research used by Supreme

The Plain Dealer, June 30, 2009
The U.S. Supreme Court drew on the research of Paul Giannelli, professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, in ruling that defendants in criminal trials have a constitutional right to cross-examine lab analysts who prepare reports on drugs and other research used at trial.

CHA mixed-income building has class clash

The Chicago Tribune, June 30, 2009
Low-income apartment dwellers and middle-class condo owners have shared Westhaven Park Tower since the building opened in 2006—an innovative setup that the city hoped would unite residents and exemplify Chicago's $1.6 billion overhaul of public housing. Mark Joseph, assistant professor at Case Western Reserve University's Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, said results of the effort are mixed in Chicago and nationally.

Auto struggles drive parts makers down

American Public Media, June 29, 2009
Chrysler is reopening several U.S. assembly plants, but it may be too late for some parts suppliers. Susan Helper, professor of economics at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, comments.

Top 10 gangster films hit their marks

The Plain Dealer, June 29, 2009
Al Capone had Congress to thank for Prohibition, creating bootlegging millionaires who controlled large chunks of American cities in the 1920s. And Hollywood has Capone to thank for a brazen personality that inspired legions of films. Lou Giannetti, film professor emeritus at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

How BioEnterprise helps a startup

The Plain Dealer, June 28, 2009
To build a business, you need talent to lead it and money to seed it. That's BioEnterprise's mission. The company works closely with researchers at Case Western Reserve University.

Higher Ed News

New plan ties reduced college loan payments to income

New York Times, June 29, 2009
Starting Wednesday, the federal Education Department will begin offering a repayment plan that lets graduates reduce their loan payments, based on their income.

Case Daily - Jun 29, 2009

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:03:11 EST

Case Western Reserve University Announces Leadership Change in Enrollment

New York University has named Vice President of Enrollment Randall C. Deike its inaugural Vice President of Enrollment Management. He begins his new position September 1.

"My wife Jan and I leave this exceptional university and community with great difficulty," Deike said. We only leave Case Western Reserve University to take advantage of a very unique opportunity at NYU."

"New York University is an outstanding institution that will become even better with Randy's arrival," President Barbara R. Snyder said. "We wish him the very best."

Provost Bud Baeslack also announced today that Robert McCullough, the university's director of undergraduate admissions, has agreed to serve as the interim Vice President of Enrollment when Deike departs. Read more.

Campus News

Printing Services will be closed for year-end inventory today and June 30. Leave a message at 368-2550 for printing emergencies.

The university's Sustainability Web site provides information on all things sustainable at the university, including recycling, energy conservation, Adopt a Building, Energy Ambassadors and more. Refer to the site for tips on recycling and energy conservation both on and off campus.

Outdoor yoga on the quad meets every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. through July 16. Free and open to the campus community. Rain site: Nord Hall 310B. Refer to the summer yoga Web site for more information, or send an e-mail to Marcia Camino. Coupons good toward the purchase of a medium hot or iced tea for only $1 at the SAGES Café will be distributed after each yoga class. In addition, participants who bring a friend new to outdoor yoga can enter themselves and their friends in a drawing to be held the last week of yoga. The top prize (winner must be present to win) is a free lunch at the SAGES Café.

For Faculty and Staff

The Office of Finance and Administration, in partnership with the ERP Project, recently introduced a certification program, Case Western Reserve University's Administrative Professional Series (CAPS). The program blends university financial policy with procedure, and is composed of 15 courses, including Purchasing at Case from A to Z, Running and Interpreting Financials Reports, Purchasing at Case from A to Z and Proposal to Award—Pre-Award Services. Go online for classes and dates. Send an e-mail to caps@case.edu

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

Refer to the University Circle Inc. calendar for a list of events and activities taking place in the community.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 29, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Media Moment

The Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities has posted several of its programs and guest speakers online. Campus community members can watch the videos or listen to podcasts.

Case in the News

Cuts to Cuyahoga County's mental health funding will cost more in the long run

The Plain Dealer, June 28, 2009
The Ohio Department of Mental Health has announced a new funding formula that will reduce state mental health funding to the new, combined Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board of Cuyahoga County by $13 million dollars. David Biegel, Henry Zucker Professor of Social Work Practice, and Mark Singer, Leonard W. Mayo Professor of Family and Child Welfare at the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University, explain in an op-ed piece why these proposed cuts could cost more in the long run.

Who needs Harry and Louise?

MedPage Today, June 25, 2009
A columnist writes that healthcare reform is once again a topic on the minds of millions. The article cites Robert H. Binstock, professor of bioethics and aging, health, and society at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Dangerous confusion on Medicare cost control

Health Affairs Blog, June 5, 2009
Joseph White, Luxenberg Family Professor of Public Policy and director of the Center for Policy Studies at Case Western Reserve University, offers insight about Medicare control.

Baiju Shah leads a BioEnterprise team helping build Northeast Ohio's biomedical industry

The Plain Dealer, June 28, 2009
Baiju Shah, the CEO of BioEnterprise, is profiled in a news article. BioEnterprise was launched by Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals in 2002.

Higher Ed News

Promoting 'netiquette' in the classroom

Chronicle of Higher Education News Blog, June 26, 2009
To help professors keep students concentrated on class work, several colleges have offered guidelines and suggestions for curbing misuse of computers in class and setting "netiquette" standards, like turning off the computer's volume before class begins.

Case Daily - Jun 26, 2009

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:01:31 EST

Faculty Members Encouraged to Apply for
UCITE Learning Fellowships

Faculty members are invited to apply to become fall 2009 University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education Learning Fellows.

The program promotes collaboration with teachers from across the university. Faculty will discuss research on learning, and ways to translate that knowledge into practical classroom strategies for students.

Upon completion, an academic grant of $2,500 will be available for each participant to use during the following fiscal year. Funding is provided by the Office of the Provost.

The application deadline is July 6. More.

Campus News

An Executive M.B.A. Open House will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, June 29, at the George S. Dively Building. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet faculty, current students and alumni to learn first-hand about what makes this program unique. Learn more.

The new issue of art/sci, a semi-annual publication of the College of Arts and Sciences, is now available online.

For Faculty and Staff

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

Refer to the University Circle Inc. calendar for a list of events and activities taking place in the community.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

Et al

More than 70 people—including CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric—attended a recent School of Medicine Research Event in New York City. The reception presented Sanford Markowitz's quest to reduce colon cancer death to Case Western Reserve University and School of Medicine alumni and friends, and updated and educated attendees about initiatives and other cutting edge research at the School of Medicine. Couric is an active proponent for colon cancer awareness, screening and research after losing her husband, Jay Monahan, to the disease in 1998. In 2000, she directly impacted Markowitz’s research efforts by inviting Today Show viewers to participate in his colon cancer family study. With help from Couric and families across America, Markowitz identified the specific genes that cause colon cancer and developed a simple, noninvasive stool-sample test currently marketed as ColoSure and produced by Laboratory Corporation of America. He is also working to develop a blood test as an even simpler way to detect the disease.

Prevent Blindness America recently announced recipients of the 2009 Investigator Awards. Case Western Reserve's Loretta B. Szczotka-Flynn, and co-investigator Mahmoud Ghannoum, received an award for their research project entitled, "Prevention of Soft Contact Lens Associated Fusarium Biofilms." Szczotka-Flynn is associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual SciencesGhannoum is director of the Center for Medical Mycology, Department of Dermatology. The study will utilize a model of soft contact lens biofilms to assess the efficacy of contact lens solutions against them and test mechanisms of their prevention.

Jason Chao, professor in the Department of Family Medicine, was one of only five in the country to receive the 2009 President's Award from the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM). He received this award for his work on the fmCASES project, a project designed to teach and create the family medicine curriculum to medical students through computer assisted simulation. Chao played a pivotal role when outlining content and learning objectives of the individual classes, and identifying case authors and determining the project schedule for the computer assisted simulation.

June 26, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

NIH to fund $2.9 million cataract, Alzheimer's study

MedCity News, June 25, 2009
A multi-institutional team of researchers, led by the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University, will begin a five-year, $2.9 million National Institutes of Health-funded study. They will examine the lives of patients with both cataracts and Alzheimer's disease to document how restored vision improves everyday life for people with dementia.

Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Clinic researchers benefit from grant on biodefense and infectious diseases: Communities

The Plain Dealer, June 26, 2009
The National Institutes of Health awarded a $37 million five-year research grant to the St. Louis-based Midwest Regional Center for Excellence in Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases. Researchers for the center, who come from Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Clinic, among other institutions in the Midwest, focus their efforts on developing new or improved ways to respond to infectious diseases and bioterrorism threats.

Competition and health care costs

Health Care Cost Monitor (The Hastings Institute), May 29, 2009
Joseph White, chair of political science, Luxenberg Family Professor of Public Policy, and Director of the Center for Policy Studies at Case Western Reserve University, writes about health care costs and reform.

Public health plan, mandate to buy insurance, may help solve disruptions in medical care

MedCity News, June 25, 2009
Many people in Northeast Ohio who lose their jobs in the ongoing economic recession also lose their health insurance, according to Better Health Greater Cleveland's third community report. Randall Cebul, director of Better Health Greater Cleveland who also directs the Case Western Reserve University Center for Health Care Research and Policy at MetroHealth, comments.

Bullying top issue for school safety chief

Education Week, June 25, 2009
The selection last month of Kevin Jennings as the assistant deputy secretary in the Department of Education's office of safe and drug-free schools sends an important signal, experts in school safety and student mental health say, that safety is about more than keeping guns and knives out of schools. Stephen Sroka, a health education consultant and adjunct assistant professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, comments.

Higher Ed News

Help wanted for new graduates

Inside Higher Ed, June 26, 2009
As difficult as it may be for some to pay to enroll in college these days, it may be more difficult to graduate...without a job. Groups representing the generation of students and graduates facing that prospect announced on Thursday a policy agenda for their group, 80 Million Strong For Young American Jobs, a collaborative organization fighting for legislation to create and sustain new jobs.

Case Daily - Jun 25, 2009

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:29:09 EST

University Offers Floating Holiday

In recognition of the diverse needs of employees, Case Western Reserve University will offer a floating holiday in lieu of the fixed day off previously known as the spring holiday.

The goal is to provide employees increased flexibility. The change is effective July 1, 2009.

The floating holiday allows employees to use a day to observe religious holidays or other days of personal significance. The day may be taken between July 1, 2009, and June 30, 2010. Employees must obtain approval from their supervisors to minimize gaps in coverage.

For details regarding eligibility, please review the University Closings for Holidays and Other Events policy, Policy II-13 in the HR Policy Manual.

Campus News

Printing Services will be closed for year-end inventory June 29 and 30. Leave a message at 368-2550 for printing emergencies.

Information Technology Services (ITS) will perform a live test of the new redundant Internet connection from 3 a.m., Monday, June 29, to 3 a.m., Wednesday, July 1. ITS will send all Internet traffic through a new secondary connection. Most Internet activity will not experience any disruption. However, the following are exceptions: Multicast will not be available; music on hold may not be available; and off campus video conferencing may be not be available. Internet 2 connectivity will be rerouted through the commodity Internet and National Lambda Rail, so no impact should be experienced. Adobe Connect will not be impacted. This test will enable the gathering of live experience in order to plan for the use of the connection in the event of an emergency situation resulting in the loss of the primary connection. The opportunity will also be used to perform maintenance on the primary connection to prevent future outages. Please send questions and concerns to margaret.nelson@case.edu.

During the summer months, the Case Club at Severance Hall is closed on Fridays. The regular schedule will resume Friday, August 21. Special note: the Musical Arts Association will celebrate the July 4 holiday on Monday, July 6; the Case Club will be closed that day.

For Faculty and Staff

The Staff Advisory Council is currently accepting nominations for representatives through Friday, June 26. Eligibility for membership on the council is defined as all regular, full or part-time, exempt and non-exempt, non-faculty employees with at least six months of service with the university. Representatives are elected for a two-year term. Terms of membership begin on the third Monday of September of every year. The following management centers will be filling positions this term: the School of Dental Medicine, the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Academic Administration, and University Administration. Eligible employees also are encouraged to nominate themselves. Send all nominations to Robin Kramer via e-mail with the subject line "SAC Elections Committee." Questions can be directed to Kramer by e-mail or by phone at 368-5942.

Faculty and staff are invited to board Lolly the Trolley for a free two-hour tour of University Circle neighborhoods from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, June 26. The tour will include food and beverages. As part of the Greater Circle Living Initiative, employees can receive up to $15,000 if they purchase a home in one of the neighborhoods near campus. The boarding time for Case Western Reserve employees will be 5:30 p.m. RSVP to Wyonette Cheairs at Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation at (216) 361-8400.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

The Center for Science and Mathematics Education is co-sponsoring Friday Family Fun Night at Cleveland Lakefront State Park from 7 to 9 p.m. on June 26. This free family event engages participants of all ages in hands-on science focusing on Robert Ballard's "Immersion Presents: Ocean Exploration" program. Participants will compass their navigational skills, create tools of an explorer, participate in a scavenger hunt, and simulate a remote search for a shipwreck. Reservations are requested by calling (216) 881-8141 x3001.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 25, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Making faces: Latest transplant operations include one double hand replacement

Modern Medicine, June 1, 2009
Ethicists continue to express reservations regarding the long-term risks associated with face transplants. Sharona Hoffman, professor of law and bioethics and co-director of Case Western Reserve University's Law-Medicine Center, comments.

Political balance is shifting against health care reform—unless business weighs in

Roll Call, June 24, 2009
Joseph White, Luxenberg Family Professor of Public Policy and director of the
Center for Policy Studies at Case Western Reserve University, writes an op-ed piece about shifting attitudes toward a national health care policy.

Try to relax

Babble, June 23, 2009
Each year, an estimated 700,000—or one in five—pregnant women in the United States are placed on bed rest for just about every obstetric complication imaginable. For what purpose? None, according to Judith Maloni, associate professor at Case Western Reserve University's Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing.

Celebrating the cream of local arts crop

Ohio.com, June 24, 2009
Northeast Ohio will celebrate creative artists whose work has made the region a more exciting place to live at the annual Cleveland Arts Prize event. Thrity Umrigar, associate professor of English at Case Western Reserve University, is one of the honorees.

Higher Ed News

New plans will free up the 'Free Application' for student aid

USA TODAY, June 24, 2009
Education Secretary Arne Duncan announced plans Wednesday to simplify the application process for federal student aid.

Case Daily - Jun 24, 2009

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:26:28 EST

School of Law Hosts
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Legal Academy

High School students interested in law careers are getting a head start as part of the 5th Annual Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Legal Academy. The program, hosted by the Case Western Reserve University School of Law, runs through Friday, June 26.

The academy offers an intensive law school experience to select students at Cleveland, parochial and suburban schools. The nominated students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

The goal of the program is reduce the racial inequity in membership of the local bar and bench by introducing multicultural students to their potential to succeed in college and law school. Read more.

Campus News

A reminder to the campus community: Courtesy parking stamps may not be used to validate parking for faculty, staff or students whose work or study is on the Case Western Reserve campus or property. Go online for details on the appropriate use of the courtesy parking stamps.

Case Western Reserve has signed an agreement with CDI Corporation to provide Call Center support for the university for a period of three years beginning Aug. 1, 2009. In addition, CDI will manage the content of http://help.case.edu, a self-help Web site. Also beginning Aug. 1, the Bellflower and Sears Walk-in Centers and the Telephone Services Office will be staffed by Case Western Reserve employees. It is anticipated that the new Call Center vendor—in conjunction with the university employees at the Walk-in Centers and on the ITS staff—will together provide excellent customer service to the campus community. Any questions concerning the Help Desk Transition should be sent to helpdesktransition@case.edu.

For Faculty and Staff

The Staff Advisory Council's (SAC) Staff Training and Development committee invites all SAC members to join in the planning and preparation of the inaugural wellness walk, to be held in September. A meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 25, at the SAGES Café lobby.

For Students

Students who are in town this summer are invited to learn more about Cleveland by volunteering with the Summer Saturday of Service program Saturday, June 27. Register online today. Sponsored by the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning.

Events

WOW!: Wade Oval Wednesdays, an evening of free concerts in University Circle, takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. each Wednesday through August 26. This evening's event will feature the Jim Miller Band; they specialize in American roots and jam music. WOW! also will feature food from local restaurants and artwork by local artisans. Rain site: The large tent on Wade Oval.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 24, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

White House task force on middle class families holds meeting on American manufacturing in the 21st century

WebNewswire, June 24, 2009
As part of the administration's commitment to support manufacturing communities and workers, Vice President Joe Biden today chaired the fifth meeting of the White House Task Force on Middle Class Families. Susan Helper, professor of economics at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, was part of the panel discussion.

Recession generation? Young adults brace for simpler lifestyle

USA TODAY, June 23, 2009
The Millennial generation, or Gen Y, ranges from people in their 20s to those still in grade school. But what they all have in common is the knowledge that the recession has in some way shattered the world they thought they knew. And, depending upon how long the downturn lasts, historians, economists and psychologists say it could shape Millennials' values and attitudes in much the same way the Depression shaped the attitudes of those growing up in the 1930s. Anthony Durr, a student at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Higher Ed News

Feds reach out to universities targeted in massive spam operation

Chronicle of Higher Education News Blog, June 23, 2009
Prosecutors are reaching out to universities that may have been victims of spammers who allegedly culled e-mail addresses from more than 2,000 colleges and bombarded students with messages.

Case Daily - Jun 23, 2009

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:41:56 EST

Thrity Umrigar to Receive
Cleveland Arts Prize

Since her first novel, Bombay Time, landed on bookshelves in 2001, Thrity Umrigar has received critical acclaim for her vivid portrayal of the diverse relationships, cultures and lifestyles related to India. Four books and one memoir later, Umrigar will be a recipient of a 2009 Cleveland Arts Prize on Thursday, June 25.

According to its Web site, the Cleveland Arts Prize "identifies, selects and publicly honors those creative artists whose original work has made Northeast Ohio a more exciting place to live, and whose accomplishments have set a standard of excellence to which other artists can aspire."

Umrigar, associate professor of English at Case Western Reserve University, will receive the Mid Career Award. Prior to joining the ranks of academia in 2002—where she has taught courses in fiction and non-fiction, journalism, creative writing, and African-American and 20th century literature—she spent 17 years as a reporter. Umrigar said she made the transition to teaching and writing novels because she was interested in new challenges. Read more.

Campus News

There will be an American Red Cross blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, in Thwing Center's ballroom. There is a critical blood shortage during the summer months. Donors can make an appointment online by entering sponsor code "CaseWestern." Free T-shirts will be given to all donors.

The summer barbecue season continues Wednesday, June 24, with a Jamaican theme and music by Walkin' Cane. There will be different menus and musical styles from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Crawford Deck every Wednesday through July 8. The events are open to the public. Each barbecue event costs $7.75 per person, and includes a full menu, beverage and dessert, as well as a front row seat to the entertainment. CaseCharge, CaseCash and cash accepted. Go online for more information.

The Center for Science and Mathematics Education is co-sponsoring the "Great Lakes Maritime Transportation Education Program: Great Lakes Shipping Education Chest" from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, at the Cleveland Lakefront State Park headquarters. The session is for K-8 educators, and will include tools to deliver an educational program about commerce on the Great Lakes. Learn more.

For Faculty and Staff

The University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education (UCITE) is hosting a discussion on "Identifying and Selecting Course Goals" from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday, June 25, in the Allen Memorial Medical Library's Herrick Room. The discussion will center on how the most important step in planning a course is to boil down content goals into three major ideas or concepts. The session will help professors identify the three major conceptual categories. Pizza and beverages will be served. RSVP by email to UCITE.

For Students

The Case Western Reserve Ice Hockey club is currently in the process of recruiting players for the upcoming season. Students interested in playing should contact Joseph Timpona for more information.

Events

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June 23, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Work begins on world's deepest underground lab

The Associated Press, June 23, 2009
Far below the Black Hills of South Dakota, crews are building the world's deepest underground science lab at a depth equivalent to more than six Empire State buildings—a place uniquely suited to scientists' quest for mysterious particles known as dark matter. Tom Shutt, associate professor of physics at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Case Western Reserve University researchers tie sleep apnea to heart problems

The Plain Dealer, June 23, 2009
Sleep-related breathing problems common in older men were linked to irregular heartbeats in a new study led by Cleveland researchers. Sleep specialists at Case Western Reserve University reported Monday that obstructive sleep apnea—breathing interruptions caused by a blocked airway—is associated with a potentially deadly rhythm disturbance of the heart's lower chambers. The School of Medicine's Reena Mehra, who led the study, comments.

Collaborative solutions to meeting community needs can be found in NE Ohio's own back yard

The Plain Dealer, June 23, 2009
David Crampton, associate professor at Case Western Reserve University's Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, writes a letter to the editor on how collaborative solutions can meet community needs in Northeast Ohio.

Manufacturers urged to adapt to defense

Crain's Cleveland Business, June 22, 2009
Note: Register now for a free yearlong digital subscription to Crain's Cleveland Business Many of the manufacturers still doing well in Northeast Ohio can claim that status because they make things for the military, often from steel, polymers or composite materials. More companies could do the same—if they'd learn to work with titanium and other advanced metals, according to the U.S. Department of Defense. James McGuffin-Cawley, chair of materials science and engineering at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Scholarship program extends help to local students heading to college

The Plain Dealer, June 23, 2009
The Cleveland Scholarship Program will help more than 1,750 students this year by giving out $2.5 million in college assistance. One of those students is Grace Elliott, who is headed to Case Western Reserve University.

Higher Ed News

Colleges must alter their business models, some presidents say

Chronicle of Higher Education News Blog, June 22, 2009
College leaders urged their colleagues to change how they do business in light of the recession. Panelists warned that unless colleges reformed their business models, higher education could face the same fate as the housing and banking industries.

Case Daily - Jun 22, 2009

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:59:30 EST

Case Daily - Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve Hosts High School Boys in Achievement Program

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a group of male high school students from Cleveland's Martin Luther King Jr. and Glenville High Schools get a taste of college life on the campus of Case Western Reserve University. One of the objectives of the program is to help the young men complete high school so that the prospect of attending college becomes a viable option.

The young men - more than a dozen from each high school - are participants in Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland's Closing the Achievement Gap program, which aims to increase the graduation rate for all male students, with a special focus on African Americans.

The Case Western Reserve community is a key partner in the program, which ends June 30. Read more.

Campus News

Regionally Speaking 2009, a virtual symposium hosted by Gladys Haddad, director of the Western Reserve Studies Symposium, continues its dialogue with “Economic Inclusion and Community Wealth.” In the first of two sessions, a panel of speakers discusses the topics of sustainability and green neighborhoods, and the second session of speakers addresses land use, Greater Circle living and neighborhood issues. To listen to this conversation, visit http://blog.case.edu/wrss.

The web address for the School of Medicine’s Pathology Department has changed. Please visit case.edu/med/pathology.

For Faculty and Staff

The deadline to submit claims for reimbursement from 2008 Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) is June 30. Claims must be for eligible health care and/or dependent care expenses that were incurred in 2008 between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31. Completed claim forms and proper expense documentation should be mailed to: Meritain Health, 19800 Detroit Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44116-1816. Health care FSA claim forms and dependent care FSA claim forms are available online, as is information about the spending account programs. Call Benefits Administration at 368.6781 or Meritain Health at 877.801.1500 with questions.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

Save the Date! Please be advised a new date has been scheduled for U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge’s inaugural State of the District Town Hall meeting. It will be held on Aug. 12 at Case Western Reserve’s Ford Auditorium from 6 to 8 p.m. President Barbara R. Snyder will provide the welcome on behalf of the university, and Detroit Representative John Conyers Jr. will introduce Congresswoman Fudge. This event is sponsored by the Congressional Black Caucus.

The University Homecoming and Alumni Weekend committee is recruiting faculty, staff and students who currently own vintage or historic vehicles to participate in the annual Homecoming Parade. Convertibles also are needed. The parade, which runs through the North Residential Village, is scheduled for Oct. 24 beginning at 10:30 a.m. If you are interested in participating, contact Colleen Barker-Williamson at colleen.barker-williamson@case.edu.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 22, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Cleveland Arts Prize: Thrity Umrigar

Cleveland Plain Dealer, June 20, 2009.

Thrity Umrigar, who has just sold her sixth book to HarperCollins, wears her acclaim lightly. She made tenure two years ago at Case Western Reserve University, has won a midcareer award from the Cleveland Arts Prize and will lecture at the Chautauqua Institution next month.

From the Ashes of ’69, a River Reborn

The New York Times, June 21, 2009.

Monday is the 40th anniversary of the Cuyahoga River fire of 1969, when oil-soaked debris floating on the river’s surface was ignited, most likely by sparks from a passing train. The fire was extinguished in 30 minutes and caused just $50,000 in damage. But it became a galvanizing symbol for the environmental movement, one of a handful of disasters that led to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency and to the passage of the Clean Water Act. Jonathan Adler, an environmental law professor at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Growing pains

Crains Cleveland Business, June 22, 2009.

Note: Register now for a free yearlong digital subscription to Crain's Cleveland Business. The first phase of the $200 million retirement community in Bainbridge Township called South Franklin Circle is nearing completion, though a weak economy means it won't be the sell-out that its operator had expected when it opens in September. Case Western Reserve University, which is in talks with Judson to begin offering distance learning classes when the community opens, is mentioned.

Akron parks to sound with symphony music

Akron Beacon Journal, June 20, 2009.

An ''American Roots'' concert will be at 7:30 p.m. July 5 at Lock 3 downtown, with a different program featuring jazz trumpet player Jack Schantz. He'll play a mix of jazz selections, including the premiere of arranger Paul Ferguson's Porgy and Bess medley. Ferguson is director of jazz studies at Case Western Reserve University.

Higher Ed News

The Jack Welch MBA Coming to Web

WSJ.com, June 20, 2009.

Former General Electric Co. Chief Executive Jack Welch is putting his name and money behind a little-known educational entrepreneur, injecting some star power into the budding industry of online education. Mr. Welch is paying more than $2 million for a 12% stake in Chancellor University System LLC, which is converting formerly bankrupt Myers University in Cleveland into Chancellor University. It plans to offer most courses online. Chancellor will name its Master of Business Administration program The Jack Welch Institute.

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Case Daily - June 19, 2009 - Jun 19, 2009

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:30:13 EST

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Case Western Reserve University Hosts Dozens of Budding Artists

Dozens of young actors, dancers, musicians, photographers and visual artists will be on campus through July 30 as part of the ArtWorks program, sponsored by Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio.

ArtWorks is the only arts-based job training program for Northeast Ohio high school students. The program is designed to provide training in the arts while developing skills for the workplace. ArtWorks apprentices--who are sophomore, junior and senior high school students--create visual and performing art while earning an hourly wage.

Case Western Reserve University is offering several services to the ArtWorks apprentices. For instance, they will use computer labs to do Internet research and type their artist statements and resumes. The apprentices also will utilize resources at Kelvin Smith Library to research works of art. And in July, up to 100 apprentices will tour the campus, courtesy of the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

“It is not unusual to see local high school students exploring and utilizing the vast resources and services on our campus each day. We enjoy creating opportunities that enable community organizations to visit the campus of Case Western Reserve University, particularly organizations that service young people. Hosting young people at Case helps us plant a seed and sends a subliminal message to envision themselves as a successful college student in the future,” said Latisha James, director of the Center for Community Partnerships.

The ArtWorks apprentices will showcase their artistic skills via performances and exhibitions that are open to the entire community. Learn more.

Campus News

Case Western Reserve University has signed an agreement with CDI Corporation to provide call center support for the university for a period of three years, beginning August 1. In addition, CDI will manage the content of http://help.case.edu, a self-help Web site. Also beginning Aug. 1, the Bellflower and Sears walk-in centers and the telephone services office will be staffed by Case Western Reserve employees. The university anticipates that the new call center vendor, in conjunction with the university employees at the walk-in centers and on the ITS staff, will together provide excellent customer service to the campus. Any questions concerning the Help Desk transition should be sent to helpdesktransition@case.edu.

The Great Lakes Institute for Energy Innovation recently shortened its name to the Great Lakes Energy Institute. The campus community is encouraged to use the new name when referring to the institute. Go online for more information about the Great Lakes Energy Institute.

For Faculty and Staff

Case Western Reserve University recently launched a faculty and staff campaign to encourage support of the Annual Fund. Contributions will support general operations in the current fiscal year, enhancing the lives of students and supporting faculty research and facilities maintenance and improvement. Faculty and staff may also choose to designate their gift to the school of their choice or any number of university funds. Check the Annual Fund giving page for other options. Gifts can be made online, by calling the Office of the Annual Fund at 368-5288 or e-mailing at annualfund@case.edu, or filling out an automatic payroll deduction form available online. A gift of any amount is welcome.

For Students

The Graduate Student Senate, after its May 7 vote, elected its executive committee for the 2009-2010 academic year.

Congratulations to the following officers: President Samantha Schartman, Vice President Tim Franke, Information Officer Quentin Jamieson, Secretary Feng Li Laughlin and Treasurer Patrick Laughlin. Nine additional school executives and Graduate Student Senate committee chairs also were elected. A full list of the newly elected executive committee can be viewed here.

The Graduate Student Senate is a forum of graduate students whose focus is to meet, discuss and take action on academic, social and professional affairs.

The Graduate Student Senate actively represents students' individual and collective interests by pledging to lobby faculty and university administrators on their behalf. Become a leader today and join Graduate Student Senate. All graduate students can join, and no experience is necessary. Contact gssinfo@case.edu or visit the website.

Events

An American Red Cross blood drive is set for Wednesday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Thwing Ballroom in the Thwing Student Center. All donors will receive a free t-shirt. Donors can make appointments at www.givelife.org by entering sponsor code "CaseWestern." The Red Cross asks you to consider donating at this time of critical need.

Join students and faculty for the CWRU Summer Session BBQ on Wednesday, June 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will take place outside Crawford or inside Tomlinson, depending on weather. A $7.75 ticket inclues meal, beverage and front row seating to great music performers. Meals include entree, salads, dessert and beverage. CaseCharge, CaseCash, and Cash are accepted. Contact summer@case.edu with questions or comments.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

Et al

James Swain, assistant professor of nutrition and director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics, recently received both the Research Dietitian Award and the Outstanding Dietetic Educator Award from the Ohio Dietetic Association. The Research Dietitian Award recognizes the commitment and contributions of practitioners to the field of dietetics through research. The Outstanding Dietetic Educator Award recognizes a faculty member with leadership activities, innovative teaching skills, techniques and mentoring, as well as community service, scientific and professional presentations and publications.

Vanessa Hildebrand, visiting lecturer in anthropology, is the recipient of the 2009 Richard A. Bloom Award for Distinguished Teaching in the Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship (SAGES) program. She was nominated by her students.

Carolyn Hodges, instructor of nutrition, received the Ohio Dietetic Association's Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year Award. The honor recognizes dietitians 35 years of age or younger who have made significant contributions to the dietetic profession, including active participation in associations and professional activities, and who promote optimal health and nutritional status of the population.

Lourdes Ramirez was awarded the 2009 Graduate Student Presentation Award from the Midwest Art History Society for her paper "Francisco de Zurbaran: Nazareth in the New World." The paper was based on her project for ARTH 495, Methodologies of Art History, and focuses on The Holy House of Nazareth, a painting by Zurburan.

Allison Paetz, a music education major, received the Case Western Reserve University Women's Club 2008-09 Award for Exemplary Intellectual Contributions in First Seminar. The award is given to students in the SAGES program.

Katherine Hagen was the winner of the 2009 Outstanding Capstone Project from the Executive Board of the Case Western Reserve University Women's Club. Her capstone was entitled "Analysis of Viola Vibrato Waveforms." Hagen is a double degree student majoring at Case Western Reserve and the Cleveland Institute of Music.

June 19, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

NCSC students engineer solar ovens for cooks in Africa

Mansfield News Journal, June 19, 2009

CollegeNow students at North Central State College spent their last day in class completing solar-powered cookers they designed - 50 of which are headed to Malawi this month to assist families. The CollegeNow engineering program involves Pioneer Career and Technology Center, North Central College Prep and North Central State College. One of the participating students, Valoryn Whitelock, will study mechanical engineering at Case Western Reserve University this fall.

Entrepreneurs hope to beat economic odds

The Vancouver Sun, June 19, 2009

Statistics show that small and entrepreneurial businesses are suffering at record rates in the recession. But struggling as they may be, many entrepreneurs say they prefer working on their own, launching a small business or promoting an original idea. Scott Shane, the A. Malachi Mixon III Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Is There Hope When The Streets Are Your Home?

KIROTV.com, June 18, 2009

An in-depth look at who street kids are and how they became homeless at such a young age explores the potential dangers they face on the streets and the possibilities they could have in the future. Among the success stories is a young man who was homeless before going to college. He eventually earned a masters degree from Case Western Reserve University and is back on the streets, this time helping those whose lives he knows all too well.

Higher Ed News

Is Higher Education the Next Big Bubble?

WSJ.com, June 19, 2009

As the recession swells the demand for higher education, you’d think universities and colleges would be fretting about overcrowding. But many, especially private institutions, have exactly the opposite concern, i.e., that cash-strapped Americans will soon turn their backs on a four year degree and flock to community colleges.

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Case Daily - Jun 18, 2009

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:14:45 EST

2009 President's Award for Distinguished Service: The last in a three-part series

Donald Chenelle Receives
President's Award for Distinguished Service

Donald Chenelle has spent his career making a Case Western Reserve University education a reality for a countless number of students.

"He has championed the need for affordable undergraduate education at Case and provided the opportunity for tens of thousands of students to attend and graduate in his almost 36 years of service," wrote a nominator who recommended that he be a recipient of the President's Award for Distinguished Service. Chenelle, director of financial aid, received the award during the Staff Service Awards Brunch last week. The program was a collaborative effort between the Department of Human Resources, the Staff Advisory Council and the Office of the President.

He arrived at Case Western Reserve more than 35 years ago ready to help students find ways to pay for school. To achieve this, another nominator wrote about Chenelle's commitment to securing endowed scholarships and grants from alumni, the business community and friends of the university. He has spearheaded efforts such as the Ohio Leadership Awards Program, and has been instrumental in developing a partnership with Cleveland Scholarship Programs. Read more.

Campus News

For Faculty and Staff

For Students

Students who are staying on campus or in the area during the summer are invited to learn more about Cleveland by volunteering with the Summer Saturday of Service program. Sponsored by the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning (CCEL), volunteer projects scheduled for Saturday, June 27, include sorting food and donations at the Cleveland Foodbank; working on a mural or other community projects with Case Cares About Cleveland; and working at a Habitat for Humanity construction site. Register online by Wednesday, June 24.

Events

Michiko Watanabe, professor of pediatrics, and Mukesh Jain, professor of medicine and founding director of the university's Cardiovascular Research Institute, are scheduled to be presenters at Vasculata 2009, taking place July 28-31 at the Cleveland Clinic. Vasculata is a national summer course that promotes the study of vascular biology. The workshop is designed to present an overview of the field and future areas of active research. Scholarships are available for students.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 18, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Adult stem cell drugs and therapies are the next big market

Seeking Alpha, June 18, 2009
According to a new report, marketable therapies emerging from work in the adult stem space could be the next multi-billion dollar market. Research on adult stem cells has generated a great deal of excitement. Adult stem cells have already been used successfully with patients to treat cartilage defects in children; restore vision to patients who were legally blind; relieve systemic lupus, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis; and to serve as an aid in numerous cancer treatments. Debra Grega, executive director of the Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine at Case Western Reserve University, comments. Related article.

Popular Alzheimer's theory may be false trail

Science Daily, June 16, 2009
The idea that anti-inflammatory drugs might protect people struggling with dementia from Alzheimer's disease has received a blow with the online release of a study of human brain tissue in Acta Neuropathologica. Mark A. Smith, professor of pathology at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Higher Ed News

Colleges strive to ensure intellectual diversity

USA TODAY, June 18, 2009
Dozens of public and private colleges have taken steps to ensure their students are exposed to a range of intellectual views on campus, and to ensure that students can freely express their views, says a report being released today.

Case Daily - Jun 17, 2009

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:07:17 EST

2009 President's Award for Distinguished Service: The second in a three-part series

Denise Douglas Receives
President's Award for Distinguished Service

Denise Douglas readily admits that she loves the atmosphere of college campuses. She even makes it a point to visit colleges while on vacation in order to study the local architecture and history of different colleges and universities.

So it should come as no surprise that Douglas—who always knew that she wanted a career that would allow her to help people—ended up working on a college campus in higher education administration.

Douglas, associate dean of graduate studies, was recently awarded the President's Award for Distinguished Service during the annual Staff Service Awards Brunch. The program was a collaborative effort between the Department of Human Resources, the Staff Advisory Council and the Office of the President.

She enjoys more than just the campus itself. More importantly, Douglas is inspired by the people who make up the university family. That's why she has taken it upon herself to serve as a mentor. Read more.

Campus News

The SAGES Café is serving the annual Anniversary Blend this week. The campus community is invited to stop by to try this once-a-year blend.

Applications are being accepted for the Environmental Heroes After School Program, a collaboration between the Cleveland Metroparks at the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation-Canalway Center and the Center for Science and Mathematics Education. The free program is for 12 to 15 year olds. Self-motivated participants will engage in real research with naturalists and scientists on Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. They will collect and analyze environmental data, and help develop plans to solve environmental problems. Serious Environmental Heroes willing to make a commitment of two to three years are encouraged to apply. Youths will be selected in a competitive process, and will spend August 10-14 actively developing their investigative skills.

For Faculty and Staff

The Department of Human Resources, in collaboration with TIAA-CREF, is offering an onsite Investor Education Series. All interested staff and faculty are eligible to attend. Whether you currently have investments with TIAA-CREF, another investment firm or no firm at all, this series of workshops will prove timely and informative. The next session, "How Am I Doing?: Understanding and Achieving Your Long-Term Financial Goals," will meet from noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, in Crawford Hall 209. Go online to register and learn more about the series.

The University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education (UCITE) is hosting a discussion on "Making Teaching Easier Using Advance Planning" from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday, June 18, in the Allen Memorial Medical Library's Herrick Room. The discussion will focus on preparing for classes. Pizza and beverages will be served. RSVP by email to UCITE.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

WOW!: Wade Oval Wednesdays, an evening of free concerts in University Circle, takes place each Wednesday through August 26. This evening's event, which runs from 6 to 9 p.m., will feature the family-friendly sounds of Revolutionary Pie. The band will perform songs from the Beatles. WOW! will also feature food from local restaurants and artwork by local artisans. In the event of rain, the concert will move into the large tent on Wade Oval.

Students, faculty and staff from the School of Law are hosting the "Friends of Stephanie Unick Celebrity Bartending Event" from 7:30 to 10 p.m., Saturday, June 20, at the Screaming Rooster in Lakewood, Ohio. Unick is a recent law school graduate who suffered a brain hemorrhage in April. Proceeds from the event will go toward her medical bills. Learn more.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 17, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Case Western Reserve University's dental school wins $9.5 million NIH grant to research oral health defense systems against invading bacteria

The Plain Dealer, June 16, 2009
Case Western Reserve University's School of Dental Medicine has received its largest ever one-time grant of $9.5 million, which will fund four research projects over the next five years. The federal grant is from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research and will fund researchers while they study how our bodies use the mucus membranes of the mouth, nose, ears and stomach to repel invading germs. Aaron Weinberg, chair of the department of biological sciences at the dental school, is the lead investigator for the project.

Introducing: You're the Boss

The New York Times, June 16, 2009
The New York Times is introducing a new column, You're the Boss, about small business and entrepreneurship. Scott A. Shane, professor of entrepreneurial studies at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, will be a contributor.

Tide is turning for property rights

Property and Environment Research Center, June 2009
Jonathan Adler, professor of law and director of the Center for Business Law & Regulation at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, writes a column on how the tide is turning for property rights.

Higher Ed News

Getting to the finish line

Inside Higher Ed, June 17, 2009
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on Tuesday announced more than $6.4 million in grants to national policy organizations for efforts to identify why so many young Americans drop out of college.

Case Daily - Jun 16, 2009

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:05:15 EST

2009 President's Award for Distinguished Service: The first in a three-part series

Janice Eatman Williams Receives
President's Award for Distinguished Service

Janice Eatman Williams wants Case Western Reserve University students to not only become familiar with their academic lessons, but also the cultural classroom that surrounds the university.

"We have all of this," she says while pointing out different museums and resources in University Circle. To help students who will be spending several years as part of the campus community become familiar with the area, she leads walking heritage tours of the University Circle, Glenville and Hough neighborhoods.

Eatman Williams, assistant director of the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning, is a recipient of the President's Award for Distinguished Service. She received the award during the annual Staff Service Awards Brunch last week. The awards program was a collaborative effort between the Department of Human Resources, the Staff Advisory Council and the Office of the President. Read more.

Campus News

The summer barbecue season continues Wednesday, June 17, with a Mediterranean theme and music by Kris Koch. There will be different menus and musical styles from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Crawford Deck every Wednesday through July 8. The events are open to the public. Each barbecue event costs $7.75 per person (including a beverage), or $35 for a book of five tickets. Go online for more information.

The campus community is invited to join Janice Eatman Williams, assistant director of the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning, for a scavenger hunt activity on Wednesday, June 17. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the unique history and culture of the Glenville neighborhood. After the scavenger hunt, the group will stop by Wade Oval to enjoy the free Wade Oval Wednesday concert featuring the band Revolution Pie. The group will meet in front of the campus bookstore in Thwing Center at 5:30 p.m. Go online for more details.

The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is hosting an information session from noon to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, at the Mandel School. The community is invited to learn about a social work degree from one of the highest-ranked graduate social work programs in the nation. The session will focus on the master's degree program, field education and financial aid. Contact the admissions office at 368-2280 to register. Go to the school's Web site for more details.

The Ohio Collaborative Conference on Bioinformatics continues on campus through June 17. There will be several conferences, keynote speakers and research presentations. The conference is co-sponsored by the Case School of Engineering and the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. Go online for more details.

For Faculty and Staff

The Writing Resource Center can work with faculty to develop and present in-class writing workshops to cover a variety of topics, including research and documentation, the writing process (planning-drafting-revising-editing), audience awareness, and strategies for selecting and narrowing topics. Workshops can be designed to fit the specific content and assignments for your courses, and can range in length from 30 minutes to two hours. Contact Hazel Emery to schedule a meeting on how to help students become better academic writers.

For Students

The Chess Club meets from 8 to 10 p.m. on Thursdays in Guilford House. Contact Erica Wieser for more information.

Events

Faculty and staff of the Mandel Center for Nonprofit Organizations invite the Case Western Reserve community to share in a farewell celebration for outgoing Executive Director Susan L. Eagan. The reception is in recognition of her nearly eight years at the helm of the Mandel Center, as well as her exemplary leadership in the nonprofit sector. The reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, at the Mandel Center. The program will begin at 5 p.m. Contact Nicole Rothstein by e-mail or by phone at 368-5367. Parking options include the Cleveland Botanical Garden parking garage; Severance Hall parking garage; the metered parking lot at the corner of Euclid Avenue and Ford Road; and limited free and metered street parking around campus.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 16, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Get out of town! More college grads leaving Ohio than ever

FOX 8 Cleveland, June 15, 2009
A new study by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute found that 58 percent of college grads plan on leaving the Buckeye State. Reaction was mixed. Thomas Matthews, director of Case Western Reserve University's Career Center, disagreed with the report.

Study: 60 percent of Ohio's college grads expect to leave the state

The Plain Dealer, June 15, 2009, 2009
A new study of 800 Ohio college students found that most don't plan to stay in the state after graduation unless a good job keeps them here. The study, released Monday by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, was just the latest to show that Ohio has a hard time making itself a dream destination for college graduates. Researchers asked about the post-graduation plans of sophomores, juniors and seniors at Case Western Reserve, Kent State, Miami, Ohio State and Ohio universities, the University of Dayton and Oberlin College. They used a random, online sampling of students.

Both parties in state budget debate fear decisions that could leave them liable to campaign attacks

The Plain Dealer, June 15, 2009
How state lawmakers and Gov. Ted Strickland balance the 2010-11 budget by the end of the month will influence more than the next fiscal cycle. Facing a $3.2 billion revenue shortfall, Democrats and Republicans have to pick from unpopular fixes, including raising taxes, deeply cutting social programs and expanding gambling. Alexander Lamis, associate professor of political science at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Congress backs tobacco clampdown

BBC News, June 15, 2009, 2009
The U.S. House of Representatives has backed a bill introducing tough new curbs on the tobacco industry. The article cites a column written by Jonathan Adler, professor of law at Case Western Reserve University.

Online startup is finding its groove

Crain's Cleveland Business, June 15, 2009
Citizen Groove LLC, which aims to use the Internet to help artists market their music, was founded by Case Western Reserve University students. The company has received a $30,000 grant from the Civic Innovation Lab.

Higher Ed News

How to pay for student health care

Inside Higher Ed, June 16, 2009
As colleges try to get a handle on the cost pressures associated with providing health care to students, health officials, college administrators and even legislators are weighing in with ideas.

Case Daily - Jun 15, 2009

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:27:21 EST

NIH Funds $9.5 Million for Research on HIV and the Human Innate Immune System

Studying how the mouth wards off diseases will have implications for understanding overall how people stay healthy. The Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine will use a five-year, $9.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research—the largest grant ever in the dental school's 117-year history—to study oral health as one of the human body's frontline defenses against infections.

Under the direction of lead investigator Aaron Weinberg, professor and chair of the Department of Biological Sciences at the dental school, a team of 22 researchers will unravel changes in the human body's innate immune system in HIV-infected people on anti-retroviral therapies to provide new insights into how the body keeps us healthy.

"New evidence surfaces repeatedly that oral health plays an important and integral role in general health," says Jerold Goldberg, dean of the dental school. "The award from the NIH demonstrates the importance of working across disciplines and professions to answer complex questions."

A multidisciplinary team from dentistry and medicine will discover why HIV-infected humans receiving the class of drugs referred to as highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART) have increased the incidence of oral complications, such as a quadrupled rate of contracting human papillomavirus (HPV). Read more.

Campus News

The Ohio Collaborative Conference on Bioinformatics will be held on campus today through June 17. There will be several conferences, keynote speakers and research presentations. The conference is co-sponsored by the Case School of Engineering and the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. Go online for more details.

The American Cancer Society's Third Annual Pan Ohio Hope Ride will take place July 30 through August 2. The event will take bicyclists across the state to raise awareness and money to support the operations of the Hope Lodges in Cleveland and Cincinnati, and a future one in Columbus. Riders will be staying on the Case Western Reserve campus the night of July 29, and there are multiple opportunities to volunteer for activities on campus and at the Hope Lodge for the ride's kickoff celebration. Hope Lodge provides free housing for cancer patients and their families while undergoing treatment away from home. Contact Paul Purdy at 888-227-6446 extension 1222 or by e-mail at panohioinfo@cancer.org if interested in volunteering.

The Weatherhead School of Management's Master of Science in Positive Organizational Development program is continuing to host free online workshops and open houses. Faculty and alumni will explore leadership and organizational change. Join David and Alice Kolb from 4 to 6 p.m. today for "Team Learning." The workshop will be followed by an online open house about the master's program in organization development with Harlow Cohen, program director. Learn more.

For Faculty and Staff

In an effort to support the university's sustainability program, Distribution Services is no longer offering FedEx paper airbills to customers. The department has established online shipping with FedEx, which will enable the processing of shipments online, completing customs documents, and downloading shipment reports. Departments interested in obtaining FedEx online shipping abilities should call Darlene Hall at 368-2565 or Crystal Campbell at 368-1354.

A limited number of slots remain for the Travelport training session scheduled for 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 16. Interested travelers and travel arrangers can learn about this useful online booking tool by signing up online.

For Students

The Writing Resource Center (WRC) is open for summer sessions through July 26. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All appointments will be held in Bellflower Hall 104. Go online to make an appointment, or send an e-mail to writingcenter@case.edu with questions.

Events

Case Western Reserve University's LGBT Task Force is marching in the Cleveland Pride Parade on Saturday, June 20. The group will meet at 11 a.m. on the corners of West 3rd Street and Rockwell Avenue in downtown Cleveland to assemble for the march. If interested in participating, contact Jennifer Lhotsky via e-mail, or by phone at 368-0705.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

June 15, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Media Moment

The campus community is invited to watch a video on the university's YouTube channel featuring Marc A. Stefanski and Sharon Milligan on "The Impact of Housing on Financial Markets and Urban Families." Stefanski is the chairman and CEO of Third Federal Savings and Loan; Milligan is associate dean for academic affairs at the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. The discussion—which took place during spring semester—was sponsored by the Office of the President.

Case in the News

Case Western Reserve dental school receives $9.5M federal grant

Crain's Cleveland Business, June 15, 2009
The Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine has received a five-year, $9.5 million grant—the largest grant in its 117-year history—from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research.

Cleveland residency requirement's strike down could be final blow to home rule in Ohio cities

The Plain Dealer, June 15, 2009, 2009
Ohio municipalities no longer can require their employees to live within their boundaries, as a result of an Ohio Supreme Court ruling last week. To those who had been watching, the ruling came as little surprise. For several years, the Ohio Constitution provision that allowed Cleveland and other cities to make their own laws had taken hits. Jonathan Entin, a constitutional-law professor at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Exhibit on Darwin comes to Great Lakes Science Center

Hudsonhubtimes.com, June 14, 2009
"Darwin," an in-depth exhibition dedicated to the highly original naturalist, Charles Darwin, opens at the Great Lakes Science Center June 27 and runs through Sept. 19. The Science Center is collaborating with several organizations, including Case Western Reserve University.

Cleveland manufacturing companies seek to shift to biomedical industry

The Plain Dealer, June 13, 2009, 2009
With the U.S. construction industry in the dumps, auto manufacturing on the ropes and consumer product sales stunted by recession, Cleveland Vibrator Co. and other established manufacturing companies are clamoring to cultivate new markets. Manufacturing experts here see the biomedical industry as a path to more area jobs and greater prosperity. Jeffrey Duerk, chair of the department of biomedical engineering at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

Higher Ed News

The Kindle factor

Inside Higher Ed, June 15, 2009
Recent announcements of a series of new experiments with Amazon's Kindle reader have prompted much discussion about how it can be used to help students learn and, perhaps, save money at the same time. A professor who is already using the technology offers his perspective.

Case Daily - Jun 12, 2009

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:01:23 EST

More Than 100 Honored
During Annual Staff Service Awards Brunch

Case Western Reserve University recently honored more than 100 staff members for their long-term years of service. Those who have been with the university for 10, 25, 35 and 45 years received certificates, as well as special gifts or proclamations during Wednesday's Staff Service Awards Brunch.

The awards program was a collaborative effort between the Department of Human Resources, the Staff Advisory Council and the Office of the President.

"This celebration recognizes that the work you've done at Case Western Reserve University is very special, said Carolyn Gregory, vice president for human resources.

"Everything we achieve depends on your passion and commitment," Case Western Reserve President Barbara R. Snyder told the awardees. Read more.

Campus News

A reminder to the campus community: Courtesy parking stamps may not be used to validate parking for faculty, staff, or students whose work or study is on the Case Western Reserve campus or property. Go online for details on the appropriate use of the courtesy parking stamps.

The SAGES Cafe will be serving the annual Anniversary Blend during the week of June 15. The campus community is invited to stop by the cafe and try this once-a-year blend.

The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences is hosting an information session from noon to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, at the Mandel School. The community is invited to learn about a social work degree from one of the highest-ranked graduate social work programs in the nation. The session will focus on the master's degree program, field education, and financial aid. Contact the admissions office at 368-2280 to register. Go to the school's Web site for more details.

A start date has been set for the renovation project taking place in the School of Medicine Garage (Lot 55). Lot 55 will shutdown at midnight, Sunday, June 14, and remain closed for the duration of the project, which is expected to last six to eight weeks. All vehicles must be moved out of Lot 55 by midnight on Sunday. Construction will begin the morning of Monday, June 15. All Lot 55 permit holders will be temporarily displaced to the Veale Center Garage (Lot 53) for the duration of construction. Individuals driving university or service vehicles, courtesy parking pass holders, and those with after hours access for Lot 55 will need to seek alternative parking arrangements during the renovation period. Parking permit holders are advised to check their e-mail for information and updates. Questions or concerns should be addressed to Access Services by e-mail at parking@case.edu.

For Faculty and Staff

The Clinical & Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) provides a variety of services for researchers, including pilot study funding for innovative translational research; the centralization of support for grant development through the Research Concierge; the matching of core resources to research study needs; and individual guidance to researchers on regulatory requirements, as well as data and safety monitoring. Contact Carolyn Apperson-Hansen, director of the Research Concierge, or Ginny Petrie, executive director, for more information.

The deadline to submit claims for reimbursement from 2008 Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) is June 30. Claims must be for eligible health care and/or dependent care expenses that were incurred between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2008. Completed claim forms and proper expense documentation should be mailed to: Meritain Health, 19800 Detroit Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44116-1816. Health care FSA claim forms and dependent care FSA claim forms are available online, as well as information about the spending account programs. Call Benefits Administration at 368-6781 or Meritain Health at (877) 801-1500 with questions.

For Students

This section will be updated occasionally during the summer. Refer to the "Campus News" section for general information.

Events

Parade the Circle & Circle Village 2009 will take place Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Wade Oval. This free celebration features a parade and Circle Village. The parade, which begins at noon, incorporates the drama and artistry of colorful floats, puppets, costumes, dancers, and musicians. Circle Village invites visitors onto Wade Oval for an afternoon of activities, live music, and delectable food. Learn more.

The views and opinions of those invited to speak on campus do not necessarily reflect the views of the university administration or any other segment of the university community.

Et al

Brian Cobb, assistant professor of pathology, received the 2009 Pfizer-Showell Travel Award at the annual meeting of the American Association of Immunologists in May. The award recognizes the professional promise of an early career investigator, and a single award is made each year. Award decisions are based on career progress and the submission of an outstanding abstract selected for presentation at the annual meeting. Cobb is the director of the AAI-John H. Wallace Program for Middle and High School Science Teachers, the 2005 scholar in the Mt. Sinai Health Care Foundation Scholars Program in the Basic Sciences, and a recipient of a 2008 New Innovator Award from the Office of the Director of the NIH. Learn more.

A revised and updated second edition of the book Elasticity, Theory and Applications—written by Adel S. Saada, professor of civil engineering—has just been published by Ross Publishing. The first edition was published in 1974.

During the spring semester, members of the Beta Eta Chapter of the Sigma Chi Fraternity adopted the Cleveland Foodbank as one of its main service programs. The fraternity's foodbank volunteers included Jeremy Couch, Tim Coan, Eric Street, Matt Richards, Matt Viau, Taylor Lorenz, Phil Keefe, Eric Gobuty, Clay Hurley, Brendan Jones, and Rob Jensen.

Harriet Mupere Babikako, a doctoral student in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, recently won the prestigious $20,000 International Scholarship Award for a doctoral fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) for the academic year 2009-2010. The AAUW Educational Foundation has a long and distinguished history of advancing educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe.

June 12, 2009

A daily newsletter published by the Office of Marketing & Communications, Case Western Reserve University. Submit items for inclusion to: case-daily@case.edu.

Case in the News

Barbara R. Snyder, president of Case Western Reserve University, joins board of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation: Honored

The Plain Dealer, June 12, 2009, 2009
Barbara R. Snyder, president of Case Western Reserve University, has been elected for three years to the board of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, which promotes high standards at its 3,000 colleges and universities.

Cleveland schools CEO Eugene Sanders passes up contract extension

The Plain Dealer, June 11, 2009
Cleveland schools Chief Executive Officer Eugene Sanders says he wants to stay in the job until at least 2016, but for the second time he has passed on a contract extension that could move him closer to that goal. David Carney, associate professor at the Case Western Reserve University School of Law, comments.

How creatures fly: Greatest pilots that travel over the Earth aren't human, so science is having to unlock their secrets

Winston-Salem Journal, June 12, 2009, 2009
A hawk moth can fly fast, slow, up, down, sideways, even backward. It can hover. It can easily position itself at an open flower swaying in the breeze. Its entire life is an aerial show. Human engineers would love to make a tiny flying device, a little robot insect, if you will, with even a fraction of the flying prowess of a hawk moth, a hummingbird, a bat or a fruit fly. Mark Willis, who studies the neurobiology of animal flight at Case Western Reserve University, comments.

She's no Rosie the Robot: ViKY helps surgeon do single-incision hysterectomy by himself

MedCity News, June 11, 2009
Surgical robots enable surgeons to go places inside the body where their hands and hand-held instruments don't fit. Kevin Stepp, assistant professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, recently performed a surgery using a a robotic system called ViKY

Higher Ed News

New coalition will work to bring broadband Internet access to the public

The Chronicle of Higher Education News Blog, June 11, 2009
A group of education, health, and library advocates has formed a new coalition to expand broadband Internet access. It will focus on how to most efficiently bring access to the public by using community institutions—including community colleges and other higher-education institutions—as a base.

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Case Daily - Jul 02, 2009

Recent Graduate Wants to Make Her Mark in Cleveland, Contribute to Region

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July 2, 2009

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Campus Community Has Opportunity to Brush Up on Skills With Summer Classes at KSL

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July 1, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 30, 2009

Case Western Reserve Receives $5M from Third Frontier Commission for the Center For Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine

U.S. Supreme Court Cites Law Professor's Work

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June 30, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 29, 2009

Case Western Reserve University Announces Leadership Change in Enrollment

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June 29, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 26, 2009

Faculty Members Encouraged to Apply for UCITE Learning Fellowships

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June 26, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 25, 2009

University Offers Floating Holiday

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June 25, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 24, 2009

School of Law Hosts Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Legal Academy

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June 24, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 23, 2009

Thrity Umrigar to Receive Cleveland Arts Prize

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June 23, 2009

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Case Daily - Jun 22, 2009

Case Western Reserve Hosts High School Boys in Achievement Program

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For Faculty and Staff

Case Western Reserve Receives $5M
from Third Frontier Commission for the
Center For Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine

Faculty Members Encouraged to Apply for
UCITE Learning Fellowships

School of Law Hosts
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Legal Academy

Thrity Umrigar to Receive
Cleveland Arts Prize