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Joy K. Ward is the Provost of Case Western Reserve University

Known for her creativity, strategic mindset and emphasis on students’ experiences, she is also a professor of biology in the College of Arts and Sciences.

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  • CWRU faculty members explore tariffs from legal, economic and historical perspectives
    September 22, 2025
    Tariffs have been a fixture of the news cycle in 2025, as the Trump administration has moved to implement taxes on imported goods. A matter of foreign and economic importance, tariffs have a range of effects on the economy as a whole and for the average American consumer. Beyond the economic market…
  • Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Provost Joy K. Ward this fall
    September 17, 2025
    Case Western Reserve University students seeking guidance are encouraged to participate in one-on-one meetings with Joy K. Ward, provost and executive vice president, this fall. Scheduled in 10-minute increments, these meetings offer students the opportunity to discuss important topics, seek advice…
  • Submit nominations for honorary degrees
    September 12, 2025
    Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to nominate individuals who exemplify the highest ideals and standards of excellence in scholarship, public service, performing arts and other aspects of human endeavor. Current faculty (including those of the special faculty),…
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