CASE CONCERT CELEBRATION
February 21, 2007
6:15 p.m. - Reception
8:00 p.m. - Concert
Severance Hall
Please join us for an exclusive celebration with one of the world's most-revered symphonic ensembles, The Cleveland Orchestra. With imaginative programming and performing excellence, the concert is sure to captivate your mind and heart. This special concert is sponsored by The Payne Fund.
Cost for university alumni, faculty, staff, and friends is $10 and $5 for students. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis through the Severance Hall ticket office. To reserve your tickets, call Severance Hall at 216.231.1111.
For more information on this event, visit www.case.edu/events/ccc.
Case Western Reserve News
University Highlights & News
Norman Tien named new dean of Case School of Engineering
President provides third update on issues of importance to the university Bruce Loessin to lead university relations and development at Case Western Reserve University Combining medical and dental education
Swagelok Company and Case Western Reserve University awarded $5.5 million third frontier grant for the commercialization of breakthrough materials technology
Case Western Reserve University trustees contribute nearly $20 million to university

Alumni Watch
Alumni Accomplishments & Accolades
Michael Ater begins as Ross County prosecutor
SunTrust Mortgage Names Denis McLaughlin Senior Vice President and Chief Credit Officer
Jim Petro Joins Waite, Schneider, Bayless & Chesley
AK Steel names Brinzo to board
The Contenders: Dennis Kucinich
Tax incentives take a role in expansion of e-Play kiosks
Surprise victory no shock to those that know Brown
 Breakthrough Research
Latest Faculty, Students & Staff Findings & Research
District to pay $100 for Good Performance on State Exams
You want it and you want it now
Biological robotics: Working out the bugs
Does the iPhone hit the spot?
Young science sleuths to seek answers in UCI institutions
Fairmount Minerals Chair in Social Entrepreneurship at Weatherhead School of Management established
Bagpiper jazz CD set produced by Case Western Reserve University music professor

Alumni Association
of Case Western Reserve University
Show your pride and get involved with your Alma Mater! Become a volunteer for YOUR Alumni Association today!
The Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University exists to connect, engage, and serve the university's diverse alumni and students. Become an active partner in a vibrant, relevant organization that contributes to the growth of the university and to your own professional and personal development!
If you are interested in serving on a committee of the Alumni Association or would like more information about the organization, contact Dan Clancy, LAW'62, at dtc2@case.edu.

School Spotlight
Updates from the schools and colleges
SCHOOL OF LAW
lawalumni@case.edu
800-492-3308 or 216-368-3308
The Office of Development and Public Affairs is your connection to the law school once you graduate. Learn about the latest research, receive updates on your school, and stay connected to your alma mater by attending University events. You will find chances to meet with fellow alumni and former professors, and to make new friends too.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
February 20: Alumni Reception in West Palm Beach, FL
March 13: Alumni Reception in New York, NY
May 15: Alumni Reception in Philadelphia, PA
For details about these and other events, please visit
http://law.cwru.edu/alumni/regional_alumni_events.asp.
MOCK INTERVIEW VOLUNTEERS:
The Career Services Office would like to invite our Cleveland area law alumni to serve as practice interviewers for our law students the week of February 12, 2007. If you are interested in participating, visit the Career Services Office web site for more information and to register.

Support Case
Continue our proud tradition by making an Annual Fund gift today!
College of Arts & Sciences
As I transition into my permanent role as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, I want to thank all of you for your support and encouragement over the last six months. I am looking forward to continuing my work with the College's remarkable faculty, staff, students, and alumni to further research and teaching in the humanities, arts, and sciences at Case Western Reserve University.
The College of Art and Sciences is built upon the grand traditions of our past. Our predecessor institutions – Flora Stone Mather, Adelbert, Cleveland, and Western Reserve Colleges, and Case Institute of Technology - laid the foundation for the College’s current innovative learning environment.
Please join me in honoring and building upon the strengths of our past with your gift to the College’s Annual Fund today!
Best,
Cyrus C. Taylor
Dean and Albert A. Michelson Professor in Physics
College of Arts and Sciences
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Plan to Attend
Campus
Events
February 1: Tactical Preventions of Suicide Bombings in Israel
Suicide bombings targeting Israeli civilians were once the favored tactic of Palestinian terrorists. This talk will present an evaluation of the impact of various countermeasures on suicide bombing rates with an eye towards understanding the decline in successful suicide bombings in Israel. This event is free and open to the public. CLE Credit: 1 hour of CLE credit available, pending approval. For more information, contact the School of Law at http://law.case.edu.
Alumni Chapter Events
Find an event near you!
February 2-4: Basketball Throwback Weekend
February 3: School of Dental Medicine Festive Dinner and Wine Tasting Gala
February 18: Celebrate the Chinese New Year with Washington, D.C. alumni
February 18:
San Francisco Alumni Reception and Performance at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre
February 22: Minnesota Alumni Networking & Social
February 28: President's Reception honoring our Ohio State Legislators in Columbus, Ohio
SAVE THESE DATES:
March 20: The 2007 Distinguished Lecture will bring world-renowned physicist Lisa Randall to the campus. Randall is the author of the best-selling Warped Passages: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Universe's Hidden Dimensions. The lecture will take place at 5:30 p.m. on March 20, in Severance Hall.
April 11-12: Research ShowCASE
April 15-20: Humanities Week
April 27: Case Reserve Athletic Club - Hall of Fame Dinner
May 19: 113th Annual Flora Stone Mather Alumnae Association Meeting and Brunch
June 1: School of Law's Golden and Silver Barristers Receptions in honor of the Classes of 1957 and 1982
June 8-9: CAA Reunion
June 11: Spartan Open
June 15: International Law Alumni Reunion in Rome, Italy
Life at Case
Student Spotlight
Record-setting Case swimmer Preyss glad to be home
Business, banking and basketball drive Case Western Reserve University forward Cannan
Benefits
View alumni benefits and services Liberty Mutual - Insurance Offer for Alumni
Case Western Reserve University has teamed up with Liberty Mutual to offer our alumni Group Savings Plus®. This unique program allows you to purchase high-quality auto, home and renters insurance at low group rates through the convenience of automatic checking account deductions.
Explore the World
View upcoming trips through Case's Alumni Travel Program
July 28 - August 5
Nottingham and York: A Family Learning Adventure in the Heart of England
Delve into the mysterious and
romantic world of Robin Hood,
step back in time to encounter
the sights and sounds of England in the
Middle Ages, and uncover Gothic legend and
magic. This adventure is certain to be
enjoyable and stimulating for all—grandparents, parents and children alike!
View complete brochure and trip itinerary.
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