Friday, October 4
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Keynote Address: David K. Shipler
Amasa Stone Chapel
The Common Reading Selection Committee has selected The Working Poor: Invisible in America by David K. Shipler as the assigned summer reading for all new undergraduate students. In the book, Shipler, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, profiles the lives of Americans unable to share in America's economic prosperity and examines the causes and consequences of poverty in our society. Alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends of the university are invited to join us for a special public lecture in Amasa Stone Chapel.
This event is cosponsored by University Programs and Events, University Alumni Relations, The Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities, College Scholars, and the Hallinan Project.
Campus Master Plan Tour
Friday, October 5
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lolly the Trolley will pick up guests outside of Thwing Student Center, Euclid Avenue entrance
Ride Lolly the Trolley and learn about the future of the Case Western Reserve University campus. Pre-registration is required to participate in this tour. Space is limited.
Beyond E-mail, A Primer on Putting the Internet to Work for You
Friday, October 5
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Two hours of CEU credit is available for $18.00
Many of us still don't use the vast resource of websites or libraries on-line to problem solve social work issues. Whether you don't know how to use electronic resources beyond e-mail, or are clueless about what is available out there, this workshop is for you. The Mandel School's Harris Library staff will show you how to access various library systems and proficiency, bring your questions with you. Class size is limited so reserve soon.
Please contact Pamela Carson at pamela.carson@case.edu for more details regarding this event.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES presents Flora Stone Mather: Daughter of Cleveland's Euclid Avenue and Ohio's Western Reserve
Friday, October 5
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Guilford House
Flora Stone Mather was at the center of many charities and organizations that addressed the physical, intellectual, cultural, and spiritual needs of Clevelanders during the late 19th century, especially the poor, women and children She gave generously to promote women’s education at Western Reserve University. Rich with regional history, this biography of an influential Cleveland woman will be important reading for students of women’s studies and the history of philanthropy as well as those interested in Ohio’s Western Reserve and its people.
Gladys Haddad is professor of American studies at Case Western Reserve University, director of the Western Reserve Studies Symposia, and professor emerita of American Studies at Lake Erie College. Her other publications include Anthology of Western Reserve Literature (Kent State University Press, 1992) with David Anderson, and Ohio’s Western Reserve (Kent State University Press, 1988), with Harry Lupold.
Back to Class Lecture Series
Saturday, October 6
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hosted by Laura J. Nosek, Ph.D., R.N., NUR'61, '81, GRS'86, Board Member, Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University
Various Locations on Campus
Don't miss these educational lectures and panel discussions by Case Western Reserve University's finest professors, alumni, and guests. No tests or textbooks required! Course schedule is coming soon! Registration is required. Space is limited.Click here to register for these exciting courses!
Alumni Wine Tasting
Saturday, October 6
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Hosted by Ken Roberts, GRS'85, Board Member, Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University
The Alumni House
Educate your palate and network with fellow alumni of Case Western Reserve University. Join us for an entertaining, educational experience where participants learn about wines from around the world. This wine tasting event will help you experience a wide array of flavors and discover new favorite wines. Registration is required. Space is limited.
Free Alumni Health Screening, Gym Access and Chair Massage
Thursday, October 4 - Sunday October 7
One to One Fitness Center
Community Hour Public Lecture
