Summer reading selection, Convocation speaker reflect campus Darwin Celebration 
Case Western Reserve University's common reading selection—and its annual Fall Convocation speaker—for 2008 will help kick off the university's yearlong celebration of Charles Darwin.
To mark the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth (February 12, 1809)—and the 150th anniversary of the publication (November 24, 1859) of his influential book On the Origin of Species—the university will pay tribute to the British naturalist with a university-wide celebration from fall 2008 to summer 2009.
In keeping with this theme, the 2008 Common Reading Selection Committee has chosen The Reluctant Mr. Darwin: An Intimate Portrait of Charles Darwin and the Making of His Theory of Evolution by David Quammen as the assigned summer reading for all new undergraduate students.
Quammen also will be the featured speakers at the university's Fall Convocation, the first, formal celebration to kick off the new academic year, on August 28 in Severance Hall.
Alumnus makes final "cheer" for Case with $1.1 million bequest
John Oshchypok made a final cheer for his alma mater when he made a bequest of $1.1 million gift to advance energy-related research in the chemistry department. Oshchypok, as a young chemistry major at the former Case Institute of Technology, raised school spirit as the "A" on the Case cheering squad and urged the Rough Riders down the field for touchdowns in the early 1950's.
Oshchypok's generous gift will enable the College of Arts and Sciences to create the John Oshchypok Professor of Chemistry for 10 years. The new faculty position will be devoted to developing energy-related materials. In addition, the gift will support the start-up costs of establishing a lab, equipment and staffing research.
"Energy is a critical area for research, both in training students and in making a difference in our future," said Cyrus Taylor, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. "Our chemistry faculty has the capacity to contribute to groundbreaking, foundational research that will advance the frontier of energy innovation, and this new position will allow Case Western Reserve to bring additional resources to this effort."
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University Highlights & News
Case Western Reserve University, industry partner to debut break-through mobile technology.
Most university professors would frown upon the idea of students using cell phones in the classroom, but at Case Western Reserve University, chemistry professor Mike Kenney is actually encouraging college kids to bring their phones to class. Beginning February 1, students, faculty and staff at Case Western Reserve's Cleveland, Ohio, campus will be participating in the nation's first trial of "2D codes"—commonly referred to as "QR Codes"—by bringing the cell phone technology to campus.
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Case research spin off ventures draw record $130 million investment
President Snyder proclaims Women's Heart
Health Month
CWRU launches provost search
CWRU dental school to open clinic in Shanghai
Alumni Watch
Alumni Accomplishments & Accolades
Administrator Receives Physician of the Year Award
Case Graduate Publishes Her Second Murder Mystery
Key Names Jane Grebenc Executive Vice President for Wealth Management Group
CWRU Alum Helps Facilitate Change at DOJ
Bennett administration taking reins of city
Baker Chosen to Ohio Super Lawyers 2008
Alcoa Names Tony Thene Vice President and Controller
IBC Appoints New Board Directors and Senior Executives
Breakthrough Research
Latest Faculty, Students & Staff Findings & Research
Asian Pacific Fund names engineering dean
Norman C. Tien as a recipient of educational
leadership award
Case Western Reserve School of Medicine Professor receives Genetics Education Excellence Award
Case Western Reserve University researchers announce
breakthrough in anti-HIV gel for women
Scott Shane shows bloggers the truth about entrepreneurship
Scientists disprove mRNA theory
Alumni Association
of Case Western Reserve University
Mystery Bus Tours: A partnership dedicated to
enhancing the 2nd year student experience
 Three times a year, a group of 25 sophomores at CWRU expectantly gather to take a mystery outing. Their destination is secret, known only by Kathleen Norman, Assistant Director of Student Outreach in University Alumni Relations, and her partners in Residential Life.
The Mystery Bus program, now in its third year, is an outgrowth of the CWRU Alumni Association Academic and Student Committee. Hoping to increase opportunities for meaningful interaction between alumni and students the committee reached out to The Second Year Cohort committee.
 The second year experience is largely focused on the theme of exploration. The Mystery Bus Program supports that tenet by providing students with the opportunity to network with alumni and participate in regional programs the general public cannot always access. Past trips have included locations such as Browns Stadium, Progressive Field and a private reception hosted by University Alumni Relations and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
If you are interested in becoming a Mystery Bus alumni host, please contact University Alumni Relations at 800-866-6280 or e-mail Kathleen.Norman@case.edu.
School Spotlight
Updates from the schools and colleges
The College of Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences houses educational and research programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, physical and biological sciences, and mathematics. The College's curricular offerings are enhanced by its affiliations with other University Circle institutions, including the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, the Cleveland Institute of Music, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Institute of Art, and the Cleveland Play House. The College itself offers many arts presentations, lecture series, and symposia, both within academic departments and through its Office of Interdisciplinary Programs and Centers.
The college is proud of its rich educational heritage and its more than 30,000 graduates.
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The Alumni House
Become an Alumni House Docent
The Alumni House hosts both university and alumni driven events throughout the year. These events provide visitors an opportunity to explore the history of the Alumni House and the vision for its future.
As a CWRU alum your personal story is interwoven with the alumni who have come before and after you. Share your unique perspective while helping educate other alumni and community members about The Alumni House by volunteering as a docent.
The Alumni House Docent program strives to ensure that all visitors to the house are provided an interactive educational experience with alumni and students. Docents are able to share in the fun of educating visitors while enjoying networking opportunities.
If you are interested in exploring the possibility of becoming an Alumni Docent please contact Amber Oxley at 216-368-0939 or via e-mail at amber.oxley@case.edu
2008 Alumni Weekend and Homecoming
2008 African American Alumni Reunion
The 2008 Alumni Weekend and Homecoming will see a special return to campus this year with African American Alumni Reunion. While African American alumni of the university have been hosting their reunions in different cities, in order to provide fellow alumni an opportunity to experience different regions across the country, this year they are hosting their reunion on campus during Homecoming. The university is pleased to welcome the A.A.A. back to the Cleveland area and to campus for the 2008 Alumni and Homecoming weekend.
Currently scheduled events include:
Friday, October 3 at 5:00 p.m.
A.A.A. Welcome Reception at The Alumni House
Saturday, October 4 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
A.A.A Reunion Event at the Alumni House
Saturday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m.
A.A.A Dinner and Dance at the InterContinental Hotel
Sunday, October 5 at 9:00 a.m.
A.A.A. Reunion Prayer Breakfast at the InterContinental Hotel
If you are an African American alumni and not currently in contact with the A.A.A but would like find out more information about the association, please contact Sharon Jordan-Davis, at 216-368-6913 or e-mail alumniweekend@case.edu.
All alumni are welcome to attend any of the events.
Keep Up-To-Date on All the 2008
Homecoming News!
University Alumni Relations has posted a new page
in the quick links directory dedicated to keeping you informed about
the activities planned for the October 2-5 Homecoming and
Alumni Weekend. Check in often as new events are
being added all the time!
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School of Dental Medicine
 Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine is known as a national leader in dental education. As our students progress through dental school their exposure to practice management, community outreach, and overall patient care health assessment is second to none. Through educational and outreach initiatives like Give Kids A Smile, the Healthy Smiles Sealant program, and community research, CWRU dental students are seeing patients throughout their schooling.
Your gift will directly impact the lives of students and the future of education by funding needed scholarships, updating clinical space that reflects our new curriculum and expanding research facilities.
If you would like to get involved at the School of Dental Medicine, contact us at 877-468-1436 or click here to support the Annual Fund today!
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February 14, 2008
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Acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee to
keynote
March 28 Unity Banquet
Critically acclaimed film director, writer,
producer and actor Spike Lee will keynote
Case Western Reserve University's
Office of Multicultural Affairs signature event—
the Annual Unity Banquet & Scholarship Benefit—on March 28. The dinner and talk will be held at
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven,
6111 Landerhaven Drive
in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.
Seating begins at
6:30 p.m.
February 16
Third Annual Roc 4 Doc
February 29: Case Concert Celebration
Alumni Chapter Events
Find an event near you!
February 19: New York
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Alumni Reception in New York City. To register call
1-800-492-3308 or
via
e-mail at lawalumni@case.edu
February 23: Ohio
2008 Cleveland Auto Show and Alumni Lunch.
February 26: Ohio
General Assembly Reception & President’s Reception
February 27:Ohio
Introduction of President Snyder Alumni Reception
February 28:Washington
Tour of the Microsoft Home
March 4: Pennsylvania
Introduction of President Snyder Alumni Reception
Spartans on the Road
Support the CWRU varsity basketball teams in a town near you!
SAVE THESE DATES:
March 18
Case Western Reserve's Distinguished Lecturer explores creativity and madness
April 7
Third annual Samuel M. Savin SAGES Lecture
Life at Case
Student Spotlight
Ester Erb and David Manoogian awarded UAA Student of Week
Brandon Bradford continues impressive voyage in his final season
Case Western Reserve's Engineers Without Borders to Design, Build Water System in Dominican Republic
Case Western Reserve University dental medicine student helps relieve children's pain in Guatemala
Benefits
View alumni benefits and services
When we change our clocks…Daylight Saving Time begins this year at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9th.
Please remember to “Spring Ahead” one hour! Did you know that the change to Daylight Saving Time is a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide alarms? Changing the batteries twice a year will make sure that they will be working in case there is a fire or a CO leak. Our affinity partner, Liberty Mutual, has been dedicated to helping people lead safer, more secures lives for over 90 years. They want you to know that your family’s personal safety is very important to them. For more information about our affinity partnership with Liberty Mutual and how it can benefit you, visit the Alumni Benefits
web site.
SatCo
SatCo offers unique non-credit, no-tuition courses which are held for one weekend during each academic semester. The courses are open to all Case alumni, students, faculty, staff, as well as community members. Previous Courses have included:
Skydiving
West Side Market Trip
Community Service
Cooking Classes
Rock Climbing
And More!
Most courses offered do not have a participation fee, however, programs such as skydiving or a luncheon have required a participation fee in the past .
Reminder:
The 2008 Case Western Reserve University Alumni Directory will be available in March.
Explore the World
View upcoming trips through Case's Alumni Travel Program
April 11-14
The Masters
Witness history-in-the-making as the world’s finest players battle their way across one of the most storied courses in golf. A limited number
of tickets are
available through the
Alumni Travel Program to witness the 2008 Masters Tournament,golf’s most prestigious event, for Saturday’s round of play. Spend Saturday walking alongside the best golfers in the world as they pursue the coveted green jacket. Digest the day in the shelter of an exclusive VIP Hospitality Suite, then retire to the luxurious Chateau Elan Winery & Resort to re-live the highlights over a nightcap. Book this dream golf vacation today!
July 22-30
Africa -Chagga Safari
Explore Africa the way it was meant to be experienced; through the eyes of its people. In partnership with the Kilimanjaro Chagga Tribe, Another Land travel offers the discerning traveler a rare opportunity to learn about and participate in the culture of Chagga tribe. With the assistance of expert guides, travelers will hear the stories that shaped the history of the tribe, visit the scared waterfall, and learn about daily life as a tribe member. In addition to learning about the people who shaped the land, travelers will enjoy a unique safari experience to view the scenery and wildlife of the Serengeti. Don't miss the adventure of a lifetime!
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