IN THIS ISSUE
- Academic Related News
- Additional Opportunities and Programs
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Upcoming Campus Events
Academic Related News
Summer Information Fair
Announcing the third annual SUMMER INFORMATION FAIR. YEA!!!!! Come learn about the summer session and the new May Term. Enter a raffle to win a $100 gift card to Barnes & Noble. Giveaways include fabulously groovy drawstring backpacks and flexible flyers. Tuesday and Wednesday, March 25 and March 26. 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. SAGES Cafe. Questions? Email summer@case.edu. Visit the summer website.
Important Financial Aid Information
You Must Apply for Financial Aid Each Year!
Apply by May 15th, 2008
In order to receive need-based financial aid (grants and/or loans), you must apply for financial aid each year. If you are currently receiving need-based financial aid, or if you would like to be considered for need-based financial aid for academic year 2008-2009, you must apply for financial aid by May 15th, 2008 in order to receive the best possible Case Western Reserve University financial aid package.
The application process can be reviewed at the Office of University Financial Aid website. Please be certain to apply for financial aid by May 15th, 2008. Help us provide the best financial assistance possible.
You will be expected to submit the following document:
1. Renewal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online
2. Copies of the student’s and parent’s 2007 Federal Income Tax Returns and W-2’s
3. Complete the Case Financial Aid Form online
Retaining Your Scholarship
The retention standards for merit based (Full tuition, Trustee's, President's and Provost's) scholarships are different from the first year.
At the end of each academic year (June), the records of all scholarship recipients are reviewed. To have a scholarship renewed for the following academic year, a recipient is expected to satisfy two requirements:
- A minimum number of hours earned after enrolling at Case. For second year students the requirement is 54 hours by the end of the second year. This does not include AP/IB/transfer or Pre-College Scholar credit earned prior to enrollment at Case.
- A minimum cumulative scholarship gpa of 3.00. If you have used the repeat option remember your scholarship gpa will include both grades;your cumulative gpa does not include both grades.
If you have a Provost's Special Scholarship, you must maintain academic good standing.
For complete scholarship retention information, is on page A-83 of the 2006-2007 Student Handbook.
Maintaining Academic Good Standing
As the semester progresses and you consider dropping a course, please consult the standards for academic good standing. Remember that there is a gpa and credit hour component to maintaining academic good standing. Following the first year, the requirements for good standing for full-time students are:
- a semester grade point average of 2.00 or higher and
- a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher and
- a minimum of nine credit hours earned each semester and
- at least 24 credit hours earned at Case over two consecutive semesters of full time enrollment
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNIES AND PROGRAMS
Scholarships available for Second Year Students
There are various scholarships and research grants for which second year students can apply including
Peter Witt Scholarship
Are you involved in the community? Do you perform community service work in Cleveland or the greater Cleveland area? Are you interested in city planning or social work? The Peter Witt Scholarship recognizes students in the College of Arts and Science who are active members of their community. The scholarship can provide up to $5000 or more to deserving students to use towards tuition in their third year.
Visit the Undergraduate Studies scholarship web page to see biographies of past winners, see the eligibility requirements and to download an application. The due date is March 7, 2007
Merit Based Scholarships for Current Case Students
Case will award a limited number of scholarships for 2008-2009 and subsequent years for students who are currently enrolled at Case and who have completed a record of achievement, participation and leadership that distinguishes them from their peers.
What will be awarded:
- One Trustees' Scholarship
- Two President's Scholarships
- Four Provost Scholarships
Eligibility requirements include
- Applicants must be US citizens or Permanent Residents
- Applicants must be a first, second or third year student in 2007-2008 who have not previously received a Trustees, President's, Provost's, FPB Scholarship or similar scholarship.
- Students who entered as first year students in the fall 2007 will need to have earned a cumulative gpa of at least 3.75 and at least 30 credit hours at Case in the 2007-2008 academic year (AP, IB and transfer credit hours will not be considered).
- Students who entered Case in the fall 2005 or 2006 will need to have earned a cumulative gpa of at least 3.75 and averaged at least 15 credit hours for each semester since enrollment at Case.
Full eligibility requirements can be found on the application. Applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Studies in Sears 357, the Office of Financial Aid in Yost 417A or can be downloaded from the Undergraduate Studies web site. Applications due April 28.
Nominate a Student or Organization
Do you know an outstanding student leader on campus? Have you seen a student organization do great things this year? Does your group have a fantastic advisor? Then nominate them for a Dorothy M. Pijan Student Leadership Award. Over 20 different awards are available to recognize students, advisors and organizations. Don't wait, nominate someone today. The deadline for nominations is Tuesday, March 18th!
Make a Difference. Be a Leader. Apply to be a Member of the Academic Integrity Board
Are you committed to upholding standards of academic integrity? Would you like to work with other students in designing and presenting programs to students and faculty to encourage academic integrity? Do you want to help students understand their academic and ethical obligations as college students? If so, please consider applying for membership on the Academic Integrity Board. For more information please visit the AIB website.
Applications are due by March 19, 2008 at 5pm, 2008 and are available online or in the office of Undergraduate Studies (Sears 357), the Office of Student Affairs (Adelbert 110), Leutner and Fribley, and the residence halls starting on Monday, March 3.
For more information, please contact any of the following board members:
Joe Pieri, Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Stephanie Ash, Student Chair of the Board
Perry Evangelista, Student Member of the Board
SOURCE- Funding Still Available for the Summer
SOURCE has GREAT news for all procrastinators or those of you who only yesterday decided that you want to work on an undergraduate research project this summer. The Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine has a new outstanding undergraduate research program! The deadline is March 31, 2008.
Check it out: http://www.case.edu/provost/source/opp/oncampus.htm
(scroll down to Formal Summer Programs)
Present Your Research or Creative Endeavor Project
Have you participated in undergraduate research, a creative project, and/or a capstone experience during the past 12 months? We want you to present your work at Intersections: SOURCE Symposium & Poster session on April 18.
The deadline to register and submit your abstract is March 21st. You are eligible to present (in fact we encourage you to) if your work was completed off campus (another REU site, etc.). To register visit the SOURCE website.
Become An Orientation Leader!
Join the FUN and apply for one of the most exciting and memorable leadership positions! We’re looking for energetic, dedicated, and thoughtful students!
Visit the Orientation web site for more information!
If you are interested in learning more about the Orientation Leader position or Case Venture Leader position, please join us at one of the Information Session:
- Thursday, March 6, 11:30am - 12:30am, Sears 372
- Thursday, March 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm, Sears 372
- Thursday, March 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm, Sears 372
You are not required to attend an information session. However, you'll learn more about the position, interview process, and resources to be successful in a group interview! There is no registration for an information session, just show up!
The Leadership Journey Series 
The Student Leadership Journey Council and Office of Student Activities & Leadership is proud to announce a new opportunity for you to expand your leadership skills. The Leadership Journey Series consists of presentations and workshops for the emerging, engaged, and experienced leader. Participation in the series is free of charge and registration is not required. Each semester a new series of lectures, presentations, and workshops will be offered to respond to the changing needs of a student leader. A calendar of events is available here.
Career Center Opportunities
Career Peers Coffee Hours
 Introducing Career Peer Coffee Hours!
During Career Peer Coffee Hours, Career Peers can give you a basic overview of the Credential Files System, review the "look" of your resume, show you how to navigate the Career Center's resources, and answer questions about upcoming programs and Career Center services.
The Coffee Hour is held in the Thwing Atrium, Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m.
Sign-up for a Career Peer Newsletter!
In order to keep you informed of programs, job opportunities, and employment news, our Career Peers maintain e-mail distribution lists. We are very careful to title our subject lines carefully so that you can delete any mail that is not relevant to your needs. Click here to sign-up!
Apply Now to Become a Career Peer!
Career Peers are advisors who educate Case students about career opportunities and services. Career peers work 8-10 hours per week, assisting students with accessing resources, planning and presenting Career Center programs, and promoting the Career Center via student outreach. Career peers also advise Career Center staff about student needs and expectations.
Click here for more information. Deadline to apply is March 7.
Internships! Internships! Internships!
 Summer on the Cuyahoga (SOTC) is a unique summer internship program open to students of Case, Colgate, Princeton, Smith and Yale. The program brings together 75-90 students for an intensive summer immersion program designed to help interns explore the professional, civic, and social offerings of the Cleveland area. SOTC offers students challenging internships, community introductions, alumni connections, and group housing for the summer. http://www.summeronthecuyahoga.com/.
Find northeast Ohio internships posted by 17 colleges and universities. Register, upload a resume, and apply for internship positions! http://www.clevelandintern.net/content/.
Internships-USA provides comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding internships with over 2,500 organizations nationwide. Internship descriptions, application procedures, contacts, preferred majors, salary, and semesters available are all included! http://studentaffairs.case.edu/careers/student/experience/.
Don’t miss the final INTERNSHIP SEARCH STRATEGIES workshop of the semester:
Friday, March 28, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. in 400 Nord Hall. Register today!
Important Upcoming Dates
| Classes Begin |
January 14 |
| Late Registration and Drop/Add End |
January 25 |
| Midterm Grades Dues |
March 10 |
| Spring Break |
March 10-14 |
| Deadline for Removal of Fall 2007 "I" grades |
March 28 |
| Deadline for Class Withdrawal (non first-year students) |
March 28 |
| Academic Advising for Fall 2008 Begins |
End of March |
| Last Day to Submit Pass/No Pass Form online 5pm |
April 28 |
| Last Day of Classes |
April 28 |
| Reading Days |
April 29 and 30 |
| Final Exams Begin |
May 1 |
| Final Exams End |
May 8 |
| Final Grades Due |
May 10 |
| University Commencement |
May 18 |
Click here fore a complete 5 year academic calendar.
UPCOMING CAMPUS EVENTS
Mind Body Connection
Collegiate Behavioral Health has just released the February issue of the Mind Body Connection.
UCS is sponsoring a number of new groups for the semester including groups for students who are experiencing bereavement Coping with Grief and Loss, and managing stress to name a few. A complete listing of the groups for the spring are list on the UCS web page.
Community Hour Programming
Every Friday, 12:30pm - 2pm
Various Events and Locations!
The University Community Hour facilitates student and faculty attendance at campus-wide gatherings and special events, especially those that foster community building at Case Western Reserve University. For more information, visit the Community Hour homepage.
Support your fellow student athletes
From basketball to swimming to baseball, many of your friends are competing on varsity athletic teams. Show your Spartan spirit and come out and cheer for them! Check out the Athletics web site for a complete listing of schedules.
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