Blog@Case Topics: Eventshttp://blog.case.edu/topics/EventsCatherine Simonsoncatherine.simonsonshick@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/slRobert Guyrobert.guy@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/robert.guyTheresa Bembnistertheresa.bembnister@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/gahaAshley Solomonashley.solomon@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/CPSConnectionPaula Baughnpaula.baughn@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsAmy Raufmanamy.raufman@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/supportKimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsGrayden MacLennangrayden.maclennan@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/pathologyLisa Chiulisa.chiu@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/ifsHeidi Coolheidi.cool@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsLinda Robson Aiellolinda.robson@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/ifsMarsha Braggmarsha.myhand@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsJohn Ruhljohn.ruhl@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/ifsKimberly Gallagherkimberly.gallagher@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/psych_residency_trainingKevin Adamskevin.adams@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news2005-10-10T08:20:15ZStudents, Organizations Observe Spirit of Thanksgiving with Special Dinners, Community Outreachhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/19/thanksgiving20092009-11-19T17:57:12Z2009-11-20T14:54:03ZThanksgiving is right around the corner, which means most students, faculty and staff are planning to spend the holiday with loved ones. While most people will leave to enjoy a meal with family and friends, several groups are planning to mark the spirit of the holiday right here on campus.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means most students, faculty and staff are planning to spend the holiday with loved ones. While most people will leave to enjoy a meal with family and friends, several groups are planning to mark the spirit of the holiday right here on campus.

The International Club, along with International Student Services (ISS), will host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Friday, Nov. 20, in Nord Hall 310. The following day, LL.M. (Master of Law) students will share a meal at the Triangle Apartments. And on the evening of Thanksgiving, Juniper Community Council will host an international Thanksgiving potluck for students in the Juniper community unable to make it home for the holiday.

In addition to the special meals, the Office of Multicultural Affairs is accepting donations for its Eighth Annual Turkey Drive, which benefits needy families and shelters in the local community.

Learn more about the special dinners taking place on campus and the turkey drive program:

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsSarah Rich, editor of <em>Dwell</em> Magazine, to Discuss How Sustainability Can Meet Designhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/17/sarahrich2009-11-17T17:04:48Z2009-11-17T17:29:01ZSarah Rich, editor of Dwell: At Home in the Modern World magazine, will give a talk on innovative and sustainable inventions in design, architecture, art, food and urbanism. Sponsored by the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities and The Cleveland Institute of Art, this free, public talk begins at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov.19, in The Cleveland Institute of Art's Aitken Auditorium.

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Sarah Rich, editor of Dwell: At Home in the Modern World magazine, will give a talk on innovative and sustainable inventions in design, architecture, art, food and urbanism. Sponsored by the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities and The Cleveland Institute of Art, this free, public talk begins at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov.19, in The Cleveland Institute of Art's Aitken Auditorium (Gund Building, 11141 East Blvd.). Reception will follow in the lobby outside the gallery.

Before joining Dwell, Rich was managing editor of Worldchanging, a sustainable solutions site covering tools, models and ideas for building a better future. She co-authored the bestselling book, Worldchanging: A User's Guide for the 21st Century. This 600-page compendium to the blog contains innovative solutions, ideas and inventions to enhance costumer consciousness, promote effective philanthropy and create a new vision for a sustainable, “bright, green, free and tough†future.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsCampus Community Can Learn More about Ardi During Free Talk on Nov. 18http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/16/ardidiscussion2009-11-16T18:44:18Z2009-11-17T17:24:04ZCharles Darwin knew humans evolved, but it's possible even he couldn't have imagined finding a transitional form like the recently discovered Ardipithecus ramidus fossil Ardi, which was discovered by Cleveland-area scientists. The scientists will discuss their findings in a free talk on November 18.

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Charles Darwin knew humans evolved, but it's possible even he couldn't have imagined finding a transitional form like the recently discovered Ardipithecus ramidus fossil ( Ardi), which was discovered by Cleveland-area scientists.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsFriday, November 13 GREEN URBANISM 7:30 pmhttp://blog.case.edu/ifs/2009/11/12/friday_november_13_green_urbanism_730_pm2009-11-13T01:49:45Z2009-11-13T02:56:24Z
Head across the Circle to the Museum of Natural History to hear Dr. Timothy Beatley's lecture on Green Urbanism: The Global Shift Towards Sustainable and Resilient Cities. Beatley is the Teresa Heinz Professor of Sustainable Communities, in the Department of Urban and Environmental Planning, School of Architecture at the University of Virginia. Beatley promotes green urbanism, a creative urban planning and design strategy that brings nature back into city neighborhoods, supports locally produced renewable energy and encourages growing food close to urban communities. He will present examples of innovative green projects and policies adapted by cities in Europe and North America that could be implemented in Northeast Ohio. After the lecture, meet Dr. Beatley during a book-signing session. Registration for members: $8 for adults /$7 for students and seniors. Registration for nonmembers: $10 for adults / $9 for students and seniors For more information please call (216) 231-1177 or 800-317-9155, ext. 3279
Linda Robson Aiellolinda.robson@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/ifsCase Western Reserve Pays Tribute to Those Who Have Served on Veterans Dayhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/10/veteransday2009-11-10T18:41:31Z2009-11-11T14:28:24ZIn honor of the men and women who've served the United States through military service, the Binary Walkway, which serves as the gateway to the Case Western Reserve University campus at Euclid Avenue and Adelbert Road, will be lined with flags and signs on Veterans Day, Wednesday. Nov. 11.

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In honor of the men and women who've served the United States through military service, the Binary Walkway, which serves as the gateway to the Case Western Reserve University campus at Euclid Avenue and Adelbert Road, will be lined with flags and signs on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11.

The university's tribute will include a display of American flags, as well as flags representing each branch of the U.S. military—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and the Coast Guard. There also will be POW-MIA flags paying tribute to the men and women who were either Prisoners of War or Missing in Action during military conflicts. In addition to the flags, the walkway will be lined with signs featuring statistics about America’s veterans.

"We hope that members of our campus community will pause to remember the men and women who have served our country," says James Eller, associate director of academic resources in the Educational Services for Students. Eller and a team of people are coordinating the university's Veterans Day tribute on the Binary Walkway. "We hope the display reminds all of us to take a minute to call our family and friends, or to visit faculty, staff or students who have served in the military and thank them for their service."

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsStephen Post to Share Reasons Why Good Things Happen to Good People on Nov. 13http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/06/stephenposttalk2009-11-06T18:49:13Z2009-11-06T18:56:15ZStephen Post, author of "Why Good Things Happen to Good People," will share his philosophy about why doing good deeds results in good karma during a talk on campus next week.

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Stephen Post, author of "Why Good Things Happen to Good People," will share his philosophy about why doing good deeds results in good karma during a talk on campus next week.

" An Evening with Stephen Post" will take place at 6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 13, at Amasa Stone Chapel. Tickets are $20 per person and $5 with a student ID, with proceeds supporting emergency relief programs for global communities in need that are sponsored by International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) and Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF).

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsRock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Case Western Reserve University Plan Series of Events for 2009 American Music Masters® Tributehttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/05/amm20092009-11-05T13:00:39Z2009-11-05T15:59:02Z The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities at Case Western Reserve University will celebrate Janis Joplin--one of rock and roll's most passionate and influential artists--during the 14th annual American Music Masters® series Kozmic Blues: The Life and Music of Janis Joplin November 9-14.

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Kozmic Blues: The Life and Music of Janis Joplin to Take Place Nov. 9-14

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities at Case Western Reserve University will celebrate Janis Joplin--one of rock and roll's most passionate and influential artists--during the 14th annual American Music Masters® series Kozmic Blues: The Life and Music of Janis Joplin November 9-14.

Events will be held at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, on the campus of Case Western Reserve University and at other venues around the city. The campus events are:

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsWhite House Advisor Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel Looks Ahead to Health Care Reform and Evolving Physician-Patient Relationshipshttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/04/ezekielemanuel2009-11-04T21:23:54Z2009-11-04T22:11:00ZThe Law-Medicine Center at Case Western Reserve University School of Law on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m. presents Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D., Ph.D., special advisor for health policy to the director of the Office of Management and Budget, White House Office of Management and Budget. His brother is Rahm Emanuel, White House chief of staff.

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The Law-Medicine Center at Case Western Reserve University School of Law on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m. presents Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D., Ph.D., special advisor for health policy to the director of the Office of Management and Budget, White House Office of Management and Budget. His brother is Rahm Emanuel, White House chief of staff.

The event will take place in the Moot Courtroom (A59).

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsCollecting Relics from Turkish Hillsides Provide Introduction to Archaeological Work as Participants in Antiquities Projecthttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/04/isparta2009-11-04T18:25:15Z2009-11-05T14:00:46ZThe rugged terrain of Turkey's Taurus Mountains served as a site last summer for two Case Western Reserve University faculty members from the classics department to introduce four students to archaeological field work.

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The rugged terrain of Turkey's Taurus Mountains served as a site last summer for two Case Western Reserve University faculty members from the classics department to introduce four students to archaeological field work.

Working alongside Assistant Professor Paul Iversen and former Visiting Assistant Professor Andrea De Giorgi (now at Rutgers University), Nathan Bensing, Jeremy Ondo, Philip Trochowski and Anna Wieser gathered antiquities left by ancient inhabitants and settlers on the land's surface for their course work in "Landscape Archaeology and Epigraphy."

The Case Western Reserve team also was a member of an interdisciplinary and multinational team of the Isparta Archaeological Survey (IAS) project.

The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism granted a research permit in 2008 for the past summer's field work under the direction of Assistant Professor Bilge Hürmüzlü from the department of archaeology at Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi (SDÜ) in Isparta.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsIran Nuclear Proliferation, Other Issues Draw Experts for Scholars for Peace in the Middle East Conferencehttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/11/04/peacemideastconference2009-11-04T13:41:50Z2009-11-04T17:47:23ZIssues surrounding Iran have made headlines, and Scholars for Peace in the Middle East will discuss concerns about the developments of nuclear proliferation and other events in Iran when they meet in Cleveland for their two-day conference. "The Islamic Republic of Iran: Multidisciplinary Analyses of its Theocracy, Nationalism, and Assertion of Power," will be held on November 8-10 at the Marriott Downtown at Key Center in Cleveland. The Case Western Reserve University Judaic Studies Program is hosting the event.

Issues surrounding Iran have made headlines, and Scholars for Peace in the Middle East will discuss concerns about the developments of nuclear proliferation and other events in Iran when they meet in Cleveland for their two-day conference. "The Islamic Republic of Iran: Multidisciplinary Analyses of its Theocracy, Nationalism, and Assertion of Power," will be held on November 8-10 at the Marriott Downtown at Key Center in Cleveland. The Case Western Reserve University Judaic Studies Program is hosting the event.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsInaugural LGBT Alumni Reunion Emphasizes Case Western Reserve's Commitment to Diversityhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/22/lgbtareunion2009-10-22T17:56:56Z2009-10-22T18:02:11ZThis year's Alumni Weekend will mark the beginning of a new alumni gathering: The inaugural LGBTA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Ally) Alumni Reunion.

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Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2009 will feature alumni from different class years, schools and programs as they reminisce about the past, enjoy the present and gain insight into the future direction of Case Western Reserve University.

This year's Alumni Weekend will also mark the beginning of a new alumni gathering: The inaugural LGBTA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Ally) Alumni Reunion.

"It is the first one in the history of the university and we are expanding the concept of 'reunion' to include alumni, faculty, staff, current students and the Case Western Reserve University community to participate," says Nicole Ingram, director of marketing and communications for University Alumni Relations.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsStudents to Present Cutting-edge Research in Celebration of BME's 40th Anniversaryhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/21/studentbmepresentations2009-10-21T13:38:56Z2009-10-21T18:06:47ZStudents will present cutting-edge research as part of the Department of Biomedical Engineering's 40th Anniversary celebration tomorrow.

Students will present cutting-edge research as part of the Department of Biomedical Engineering's 40th Anniversary celebration tomorrow.

Graduate students Melissa Krebs, D. Michael Ackermann, Christine P. Fleming and Prasad Oruganti will discuss their works on bone regeneration technology, designing electrodes to block neuropathic pain and spasms, using new imagery techniques to guide heart ablation, and determining if cancer cells use intracellular transport as a mechanism to survive lethal drugs. Their discussions begin at 8:45 a.m. in Nord Hall.

During two BME open houses, poster sessions featuring student researchers will be held in the hallways of Wickenden Hall, at 10 a.m. and again at 3 p.m. The research ranges from imaging embryonic development of the heart to a microscopic device that can deliver drugs and fluorescent dyes to single breast cancer cells; developing a variety of technologies enabling amputees and the paralyzed to control prostheses and gain movement to engineering bone, cardiovascular tissues and more.

The full schedule of the day's events can be found online.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsA Brief Encounter, A Foot in the Doorhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/20/bmespeednetworking2009-10-20T17:31:19Z2009-10-20T18:34:51ZIn honor of the 40th anniversary of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the department will host the inaugural speed networking session in Nord Hall at 2 p.m. Oct. 22.
Case Western Reserve University Biomedical Engineering students try speed networking in a rough economy

Leave it to engineers to mould a dating strategy into a job-finding mechanism.

In an age of instant information and an economy that continually cries "Faster!," approximately 80 Case Western Reserve University biomedical engineering students, alumni and industry partners will meet one-on-one in the briefest of face time, called a speed networking session.

Speed networking is based on speed dating—minutes-long pairings of potential lovers which have led to lip locks to wedding bells.

Over matters of the heart, studies show men and women know within seconds whether they'd like to meet again.

Do the same speedy perceptions work over matters of the mind and wallet? Well, this is Case School of Engineering's first try.

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the department will host the inaugural speed networking session in Nord Hall at 2 p.m. Oct. 22.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsCase Western Reserve, CIM, CIA Students Plan to Get Creative on Lennon Bushttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/19/lennonbus2009-10-19T18:15:54Z2009-10-19T22:29:52ZDozens of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) and Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) students will have a unique opportunity to put what they are learning in the classroom to the test on Thursday, Oct. 22, and Friday, Oct. 23. In addition, the campus communities are invited to take 20-minute tours
Campus Community Can Take Educational Tour, Play Beatles Rockband

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Dozens of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) and Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) students will have a unique opportunity to put what they are learning in the classroom to the test on Thursday, Oct. 22, and Friday, Oct. 23.

A pre-selected group will have an opportunity to create studio-quality music, videos and photography when the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus rolls onto campus for a two-day stay in front of the Silver Spartan Diner.

The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus is a nonprofit, state-of-the-art mobile recording studio dedicated to providing thousands of students with free, hands-on opportunities to make music and produce video projects spanning numerous genres. The Bus is currently scheduled to make only a few stops in the Midwest. The Case Western Reserve/CIM/CIA session is the only campus stop in Ohio.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsSeveral Alumni Events Open to Entire Campus Community During Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2009http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/19/alumnihomecomingwknd2009-10-19T16:55:05Z2009-10-19T19:34:56ZSeveral Alumni Weekend events sponsored are open to the campus community. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to join in the fun, mingle with alumni and celebrate the university community.

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Hundreds of alumni will return to campus October 22-25 to enjoy the festive and scholarly events that make Alumni Weekend and Homecoming so memorable.

Alumni from diverse class years, schools and programs will have an opportunity to reminisce about the past, enjoy the present and gain insight into the future direction of Case Western Reserve University.

Several events sponsored by University Alumni Relations are open to the campus community. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to join in the fun, mingle with alumni and celebrate the university community at the following events:

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news40 Years on the Leading Edgehttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/16/bmeanniversary2009-10-16T17:18:16Z2009-10-16T19:54:00ZThe Department of Biomedical Engineering celebrates its 40th anniversary with a day of events including a talk by the leader of the world's largest medical technology company, an open house and reflections by past chairs, Thursday, Oct. 22.
Biomedical Engineering Department Commemorates Achievement, Looks to Future

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The Department of Biomedical Engineering celebrates its 40th anniversary with a day of events including a talk by the leader of the world's largest medical technology company, an open house and reflections by past chairs, Thursday, Oct. 22.

William A. Hawkins, chairman and chief executive officer of Medtronic, Inc., is the featured speaker for the Allen H. and Constance T. Ford Distinguished Lecture, at the Wolstein Research Building Thursday, 2103 Cornell Road, at 4:30 p.m.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsFriday, October 23 Panel Discussion: Sustainabilityhttp://blog.case.edu/ifs/2009/10/15/friday_october_23_panel_discussion_sustainability2009-10-15T22:55:18Z2009-10-21T01:39:33Z
What is the path to a green, prosperous, sustainable future and how is the university leading the way? Join us for a discussion featuring an interdisciplinary panel of campus experts, moderated by John Ruhl, physics professor and director of the Institute for Sustainability. Featured Panelists: -- Linda Robson University Sustainability Coordinator -- Dorr Dearborn Professor and Chair of the Environmental Health Sciences Department, School of Medicine -- Bev Saylor Associate Professor of Geology, College of Arts and Sciences -- Gary Murphy Professor of Economics, Weatherhead School of Management -- Trevor Allen Physics student, Student Sustainability Council Date: Friday, October 23, 2009 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Location: Inamori Center, Crawford Hall Cost: Free To register and for more info, please call 1(800) 360-5308 or email contact-cas@cwru.edu
Lisa Chiulisa.chiu@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/ifsBaker-Nord Center for Humanities Focuses on "Green" For 2009 Humanities Weekhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/14/andrewlighthumanitiesweek2009-10-14T19:13:15Z2009-10-14T20:16:28ZAndrew Light, the author of Environmental Values and an internationally recognized expert on environmental policy and ethics, will give the keynote address for Humanities Week 2009, sponsored by the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities at Case Western Reserve University. His free, public talk begins at 6 p.m., Thursday, October 22, in Amasa Stone Chapel.
Climate change expert Andrew Light gives the keynote address, October 22

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Andrew Light, the author of Environmental Values and an internationally recognized expert on environmental policy and ethics, will give the keynote address for Humanities Week 2009, sponsored by the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities at Case Western Reserve University. His free, public talk begins at 6 p.m., Thursday, October 22, in Amasa Stone Chapel. Because seating is limited, online registration is required.

The week continues the humanities center's yearlong theme of "Culture of Green: Nature and the Environment" through numerous activities, films and special events, October 22-28.

Light serves as the director of the Center for Global Ethics at George Mason University where he is also an associate professor of philosophy and environmental policy. He carries on his environmental work as a Senior Fellow at the think tank American Progress, which explores national policy issues, such as global warming, that impact the quality of American citizens' lives.

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsHomecoming and Alumni Weekend 2009http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/09/homecoming20092009-10-09T14:08:07Z2009-10-09T19:12:37ZHomecoming and Alumni Weekend 2009</a>, October 21-25, promises to be an exciting weekend with something for everyone. There are several ways the campus community can get involved.

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Homecoming and Alumni Weekend 2009, October 21-25, promises to be an exciting weekend with something for everyone. There are several ways the campus community can get involved:

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-newsCase Western Reserve Gears Up for GreenFest 2009http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2009/10/07/greenfest092009-10-07T18:43:24Z2009-10-07T19:04:25ZMark your calendars to learn more about going green. Case Western Reserve University campus members are invited to GreenFest 2009, Friday, Oct. 9, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., in Thwing Center.

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Mark your calendars to learn more about going green. Case Western Reserve University campus members are invited to GreenFest 2009, Friday, Oct. 9, from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Faculty, staff and students can learn about sustainability topics during the fun, interactive event in the Thwing Center atrium (the event has been moved from the Case Quad due to the possibility of inclement weather).

"Our main goals are to increase overall awareness, to inspire the Case Western Reserve community, and to make recycling cool and attractive," says Dan Niedzwiecki, a fourth-year chemistry major, who is working on a campus-wide sustainability program. "We want to provide tools and information for the campus community to help them make the decision to live a little greener both on campus and at home."

Kimyette Finleykimyette.finley@case.eduhttp://blog.case.edu/case-news