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Welcome to "AlumNews," the monthly electronic newsletter designed to keep you informed about alumni events and happenings on campus and in the greater university community. Visit http://www.case.edu/alumni for complete details about these and other alumni-related events, programs, and services.
IN THIS ISSUE:
NEWS (back to top)
CASE IMPROVING CLIMATE FOR WOMEN FACULTY WITH HELP FROM NSF GRANT
Case has received a 5 year, $3.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation for a program to increase the number of tenure-track women teaching in the sciences and engineering fields. “Hiring more women in the sciences and engineering is not just a matter of fairness, but affects the university's standing in the academic world” says Lynn T. Singer deputy provost and vice president for academic affairs.
Full story at http://www.case.edu/news/2004/11-04/aces.htm
 CHARLES E. ROZEK NAMED NEW DEAN OF GRADUATE STUDIES
President Hundert has named Charles E. Rozek, associate professor and associate chair of biology at Case Western Reserve University, dean of the School of Graduate Studies at Case Western Reserve University. “I welcome the opportunity to bring my experience at Case and the College of Arts and Sciences to the challenge of continuing to make the office of graduate studies responsive to both the needs of the students and the faculty in facilitating the educational process,” Rozek said.
Full story at http://www.case.edu/news/2004/11-04/rozek_gradstudies.htm
CASE ALUM DESIGNS WILLIAM J. CLINTON PRESIDENTIAL CENTER
James Polshek, a 1973 Case graduate, was one of two lead architect designers for the recently completed William J. Clinton Presidential Center. In the process, Polshek was awarded a National Design Award for excellence in architecture. Among the most notable projects for the Polshek Partnership are the Rose Center for Earth and Space at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, the Center for the Arts Theater at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco, and the new Newseum, a museum of journalism, scheduled to open in 2006 in Washington, D.C.
After a nationally televised celebration, the $165 million William J. Clinton Presidential Center is now open. The structure, designed to feel airy and inviting, also mimics six industrial bridges that span the river and contribute to the city's aesthetic.
Clinton said in a statement that he was very appreciative of Polshek and his architecture crew. "Their many outstanding architectural achievements have enriched all our lives, and I am especially grateful for their work on my presidential library," he said. "This honor is well-deserved."
RACE AT CASE: CAUSE AND EFFECT 
After the Vice Presidential debate had ended, and the newscrews have all packed up their cameras, it was easy to see the positive impact this event has had on the University. The nationally broadcast event marked a new milestone in Case's path towards becoming the "World's Greatest Learning Environment." Edwards and Cheney faced increased pressure to perform well one week after the first Presidential Debate which had tightened most national polls that followed. After months of preparation and organization, Case University was well posed to serve as the perfect battleground for these contenders. President Hundert put it best when he said, "In the past we've talked about the synergy and success that can be achieved as One Great University. The national impact of the Race at Case helps us all fully understand the remarkable potential being unleashed as we come together in so many important ways."
Read More at http://www.case.edu/vpdebate
EVENTS (back to top)
//NOVEMBER 2004//
CASE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM SERIES (Washington, DC)
The Washington, D.C. Case Beyond the Classroom Event: The International Effect scheduled for NOVEMBER 21 has been cancelled. For additional information about other events in this series, visit http://www.case.edu/alumni/classroom.
//DECEMBER 2004//
CASE CLEVELAND WINE EVENT
SAVE THE DATE! Case Cleveland invites you to TINY BUBBLES - A Wine Tasting on Wednesday, DECEMBER 8, 2004. Join fellow Cleveland alumni at Market Avenue Wine Bar for the final installment of our wine tasting series. More details coming soon to http://www.case.edu/alumni. Visit the site often for updates.
//JANUARY 2005//
RECEPTION HONORING DR. DONALD A. THOMAS, CIT'77 (Houston, TX)
On JANUARY 10, join President Edward M. Hundert and fellow alumni as Case Western Reserve University honors Donald A. Thomas, Ph.D., CIT ‘77 with the Distinguished Alumni Award. Register to participate in this event at http://www.case.edu/alumni/events.
CASE DETROIT PRESENTS THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW (Detroit, MI)
On JANUARY 22, join fellow Case Western Reserve University alumni at the Detroit Auto Show featuring the Case Formula SAE car. More details coming soon to http://www.case.edu/alumni. Visit the site often for updates.
//FEBRUARY 2005//
FORE! CASE ALUMNI AND FRIENDS GOLF OUTING (West Palm Beach, FL)
On FEBRUARY 7, join fellow alumni for a great round of golf at the Emerald Dunes Golf Club in West Palm Beach - voted one of the top 10 public courses in the country. Lunch, practice range and reception are included in this special golf outing. Alumni golfers will also be invited to a special reception with President Edward M. Hundert Sunday night! For more information, call 800.866.6280.
TASK FORCE UPDATE (back to top)
The Alumni Forum held at the end of July brought more than 100 alumni, along with undergraduate and graduate students and university staff members, together for two days of in-depth discussion about their aspirations for what a bold, new alumni organization ought to do for alumni, for students, and for the university. The participants were notable for their dedication to the university and their diversity - coming from across the country and representing 21 different schools and affinity groups, more than five decades of graduation years, and a wide range of ethnic backgrounds. Visit http://www.case.edu/alumni/forum to learn more about the feedback received from the forum participants and to receive the latest update from the Task Force Communicator, Laura J. Nosek,
Ph.D., R.N., NUR ‘61, '81, GRS '86.
REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS (back to top)
Whether you remained in Cleveland after graduation, moved across the country, or even across the globe, we encourage you to keep in touch with the Case community via events in our alumni chapters, associations, and organizations. Please use the following links to learn about regional Case alumni programs and events:
Cleveland - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/cleveland.html
Houston - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/houston.html
Japan - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/japan.html
San Diego - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/sandiego.html
GET INVOLVED, STAY CONNECTED (back to top)
CASE TO HOST NEW NETWORKING PROGRAM 
Are you a Case Student looking to Network with Case Alumni? Are you a Case Graduate Looking to Guide Future Case Alumni? If so, come to the January Networking Nights and interact with current Case students and alumni while they are home for winter break. January 4th, 5th, and 6th, find and share professional and career-related advice thanks in part to our sponsors Accenture, Lockheed Martin, and WNET - Channel 13.
Learn more at http://www.case.edu/alumni/network/
SUPPORT CASE (back to top)
ANNUAL FUND JOINS IN CELEBRATING OUR PAST AND EMBRACING OUR FUTURE
The proud traditions of Case Western Reserve University have been built on the strong support of our alumni and friends. You can help lay the foundation for our future by contributing to the Annual Fund, which supports student scholarships, facilities, research, libraries and athletics. Make your Annual Fund gift online today by visiting http://giving.case.edu, or learn more at http://www.case.edu/development/annual/. Thank you in advance for your support.
CASE WEB WATCH (back to top)
Louis Stokes Leadership Symposium: http://www.case.edu/events/stokes
Alumni Relations: http://www.case.edu/alumni
Case Magazine: http://www.case.edu/pubs/casemagazine/index.html
Envisioning a New Case: http://www.case.edu/vision/
The Observer: http://www.case.edu/orgs/observer/
Class Notes: http://www.case.edu/pubs/cwrumag/fall2004/aj/index.html
SAGES: http://www.case.edu/sages/
HEARD ON CAMPUS (back to top)
“Sometimes I wonder if men and women really suit each other. Perhaps they should live next door and just visit now and then,” Sue Hinze, Professor, Sociology 112, during a class lecture about interpersonal communication.
KEEP IN TOUCH (back to top)
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BACK ISSUES (back to top)
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