Schedule of Events
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Amasa Stone Chapel Open House
Amasa Stone Chapel has been a standard of Case Western Reserve University's campus since 1907. The Chapel has been reserved for self-led tours and will be open throughout Homecoming weekend. Please stop in and visit this piece of Cleveland history.
Amasa Stone Chapel open house hours:
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily, November 14-17
Weatherhead Student/Recent Alumni Networking Lunch
What advice do new alumni have for students as they plan on beginning their careers after graduation? Attend the lunch and learn from some of our most recent alumni representing a variety of career paths.
School of Dental Medicine Alumni Spotlight Lecture
Hear from Thomas O. Marxen, DDS, MSD (DEN ‘83) as he presents "Dental infections can kill you! Periodontal Infection Control: Case Studies and Insights." Lunch will follow.
Spartans Step Up LIVE- Wade Park Community Engagement Center
Join The Alumni Association for a live and in-person episode of Spartans Step Up at the new Wade Park Community Engagement Center. Featuring Julian Rodgers and other CWRU community members, learn more about the new Wade Park Community Engagement Center, the Neighborhood Advisory Council, and CWRU's ties to the local community.
Department of Physics Reunion Welcome Reception
Join physics alumni, faculty and students for a casual reception to kick off the weekend.
CWRU Campus Tour (Thursday)
The Office of Undergraduate Admission offers a special tour for our returning Spartans during Homecoming weekend! You will learn about the updates to campus and fascinating trivia and fun facts while reminiscing with old friends.
**Please note that these tours are not for prospective students. Please visit here to register for a student tour.
Department of Physics Research Slam
Join us for a collection of brief, lively research presentations from the Department of Physics faculty.
School of Medicine Dean's Distinguished Lecture, Graduate Education - IN PERSON
This event celebrates extraordinary and esteemed careers of alumni and friends of the School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Woychik (GRS'84), will present this year’s Dean’s Distinguished Lecture.
Department of Political Science Chair's Welcome Reception
Chair, Elliot Posner will welcome alumni and share an update on the Department of Political Science.
Department of Political Science Student Capstone Presentations
Political science seniors will share their exciting capstone projects.
Graduate Education MedConnect Mentoring and Networking Dinner
A time just for PhD and Master’s alumni to get to know our current Graduate Education students: Mix, mingle and mentor current CWRU PhD and master's students while enjoying dinner. Learn the latest updates on MedConnect, our mentoring and networking website, and how you can make an impact on the future graduates of your School of Medicine.
Wisdom of Practice Lecture
Becoming the kind of clinician you want to be: Meeting patient, practitioner, and community needs through private practice innovation. The third annual Wisdom of Practice Lecture will be delivered this year by Dr Johanna Lynch, an Australian family doctor who used the platform of private practice to respond to the needs of her patients, the wider community, her own family, and herself. Johanna will take us on a journey through the various iterations of her clinical practice and research and inspire us to remember what we value and why we did medicine. She will use her own journey to reflect on the personal struggle each patient-oriented clinician encounters as they seek to remain relational and personalised in the care they offer within fragmented systems. She will inspire us all, in Bradley Lewis’s words, to develop “better, truer, richer, and more generous stories and case formulations in the service of healing and coping."
Wisdom of Practice Lecture- VIRTUAL
Becoming the kind of clinician you want to be: Meeting patient, practitioner, and community needs through private practice innovation. The third annual Wisdom of Practice Lecture will be delivered this year by Dr Johanna Lynch, an Australian family doctor who used the platform of private practice to respond to the needs of her patients, the wider community, her own family, and herself. Johanna will take us on a journey through the various iterations of her clinical practice and research and inspire us to remember what we value and why we did medicine. She will use her own journey to reflect on the personal struggle each patient-oriented clinician encounters as they seek to remain relational and personalised in the care they offer within fragmented systems. She will inspire us all, in Bradley Lewis’s words, to develop “better, truer, richer, and more generous stories and case formulations in the service of healing and coping."
Department of Political Science Capstone Buffet Dinner
Join faculty and students for an informal buffet dinner following the research presentations.
Blue Bash
Join the campus community as we kick off Homecoming Weekend and celebrate the innovation and talents of our students, staff, faculty and alumni with food and fun. Festive blue attire is encouraged.
A Day in the Life of a Medical Student
Join us for an enriching event where we explore the invaluable pathways forged between healthcare and the wider world. Discover how our School of Medicine's pathway programs offer students unparalleled opportunities for growth and connection. With nine distinct concentrations to explore, our programs empower students and faculty alike to embark on transformative journeys of discovery and impact.
Don't miss out on this chance to learn more and reconnect with your alma mater!
- Urban Health (Community Health, Healthcare Disparities)
- Humanities (History of Medicine, the Arts, Social Medicine)
- Joseph, Jack and Morton Mandel Wellness & Preventive Care (Nutrition, Wellbeing and Resilience, Integrative Medicine)
- Dr. Edward J. and Nancy M. Mueller Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Business of Medicine, Translation, Leadership)
- Andrew B. Kaufman, MD World Medicine (Global Health, Healthcare Systems, International) Advocacy and Public Health (Supporting Social/Economic/Political Change toward Improved Health Outcomes)
- Climate and Health (Effects of climate change on health, Sustainability)
- Medical Education Scholars (Engaging and training the next generation, Best Practices in Med Ed)
- Addiction Medicine (Addiction Medicine, Opioid Epidemic Response)
Cleveland Clinic P1 Parking Garage Passes will be provided.
School of Dental Medicine Welcome Back Breakfast
Find your classmates, meet members of the Alumni Association, and enjoy a continental breakfast while overlooking the beautiful Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion.
Dean’s Reception and Toast to the Class of 1974
The dean of the college will raise a glass for the Class of 1974 and welcome back all reunion years with a mimosa toast and continental breakfast reception.
Dean’s Reception and Toast to the Class of 1974 - VIRTUAL
The dean of the college will raise a glass for the Class of 1974 and welcome back all reunion years with a mimosa toast and continental breakfast reception.
School of Medicine SIM Center Tour
This year, we will feature and give tours of our Zubizarreta Immersive Learning Suite and further (new this year) AI technology in the Simulation Center. If you choose to participate in these tours, please select which time slot works best for you when registering. Space is limited.
Update on The Office of Interprofessional and Interdisciplinary Education and Research
During this event, faculty and staff from the Office of Interprofessional and Interdisciplinary Education and Research will provide an update on the undergraduate and graduate coursework offered through the office and discuss their collaborations with the academic health centers in Cleveland. Attendees will also be able to participate in a short, team challenge and debrief to experience how the office teaches teamwork mindsets, knowledge, and skills.
All-Alumni Meeting
You are welcome to attend the all-alumni meeting of the Alumni Association of CWRU Board of Directors. Board leadership will share priorities and upcoming initiatives for the year ahead. Additionally, you will participate in the confirmation of new board members. |
The Women of the University Farm
In 1919 Andrew Squire provided in his will that his Valleevue Farm should be "held in perpetuity for the use and benefit of the teachers and students of the women's college of the Western Reserve University." The farm’s rustic cottage, the Pink Pig, became a special place of gathering and sisterhood for Case Western Reserve University Women, then Mather College. Join us for a short presentation on the history of women at the farm by Dr. Jody Kunk-Czaplicki and coffee and pastry reception at the University Farm. Transportation provided.
9:15am Shuttle Leaves TVUC
9:45am Arrive University Farm
10:00-10:45am 20 Minute Presentation and Reception
11:00am Shuttle Leaves University Farm
11:30am Arrive TVUC
This event is hosted by the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women.
Flora Stone Mather Center for Women Open House
The Flora Stone Mather Center for Women will host an Open House during Homecoming. Attendees can drop in to enjoy refreshments, tour the space at their leisure, meet Mather Center staff, and learn about resources and programs upon request.
Cleveland Starts Here! Tour and Carousel Ride
This docent-led, indoor tour at the Western Reserve Historical Society explores Cleveland and Northeast Ohio's rich history.
Participants can use the latest technologies to interact with rarely seen documents and artifacts. From the first Cleveland map and early survey tools to a lunar descent engine and LeBron James' championship shoes, Cleveland Starts Here® tells the stories of the triumphs and tragedies that define Cleveland.
Discover why Cleveland Starts Here®, Cleveland starts with you! Tour includes a ride on the original Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel! Guests are invited to stay after the tour and take a deeper dive into any of the museum galleries.
Discover the World with CWRU's Alumni Travel Program
Are you ready to embark on your next adventure with CWRU faculty, alumni and friends? Join us for a presentation featuring Sarah Doody of Engaging Journeys to see where CWRU is headed next, hear about recent trips, and learn how you can get involved. Enjoy snacks and beverages from around the globe, and enter our raffle to win a travel-lovers gift basket!
State of the College of Arts and Sciences
Interim Dean Peter Whiting will share an update on college priorities, highlight faculty and student successes, and answer your questions.
State of the College of Arts and Sciences - VIRTUAL
Interim Dean Peter Whiting will share an update on college priorities, highlight faculty and student successes, and answer your questions.
Homecoming Alumni Awards Luncheon - IN PERSON
President Kaler will share the state of the university with alumni and the campus community. Enjoy lunch as the 2024 recipients of The Alumni Association Awards are recognized. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Remarks and lunch begin at noon.
Seating is assigned, so you must register and check in in advance. Complimentary valet parking is provided and the drive-up location is on Bellflower Road.
Homecoming Alumni Awards Luncheon - VIRTUAL
President Kaler will share the state of the university with alumni, parents, students, and other guests. The 2024 recipients of The Alumni Association Awards are recognized.
Remarks begin at noon.
WRUW Tour #1
WRUW-FM, the campus radio station, allows students and community volunteers to broadcast and webstream to the world! Stop by to see where the magic happens. Learn more here: https://wruw.org/
A Lasting Impact Dessert Reception
Join us for a post-lunch dessert reception and enjoy the stories of how CWRU graduates have created A Lasting Impact for the future of our university and our students.
Case Western Reserve University alumni have helped change the landscape of our global community, leaving a lasting legacy for future students. Please join our Strategic Initiatives team as we meet to share stories of some remarkable alumni who used their personal CWRU experiences to make a difference. You’ll hear the incredible story of an alumnus who overcame personal discrimination and created a scholarship for the inclusion of others, and how siblings came together from across the country to honor the single mother who raised them. Alumni like you not only change the world through your work, but you change CWRU through your continued engagement and generosity of time and philanthropy, one impactful story at a time. Join us as we share some of the most heartwarming and impactful ways Spartans came together to make A LASTING IMPACT, and we hope you will bring your own stories to share too!
Space is limited so please RSVP early for this reception.
Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing: Alzheimer’s Disease & Caregiving-IN PERSON
In recognition of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, nursing faculty will share their expertise about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Special guest Gail Neustadt, author of the charming picture book “Traveling Our Road,” will share insights on helping children when visiting a loved one with Alzheimer’s. This program is eligible for Continuing Education Credit.
Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing: Alzheimer’s Disease & Caregiving-VIRTUAL
In recognition of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, nursing faculty will share their expertise about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Special guest Gail Neustadt, author of the charming picture book “Traveling Our Road,” will share insights on helping children when visiting a loved one with Alzheimer’s. This program is eligible for Continuing Education Credit.
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #1
Explore Sears think[box], the university's center of innovation and entrepreneurship. A seven-story, 50,000 square-foot facility, think[box] offers free, open-access maker spaces to draft, design, fabricate, market and realize ideas. Participants begin on Floor 1: Community, where guests will watch a short introductory video about think[box]. After the video, guests will receive a guidebook to help them explore floors two through six. Visitors can also complete an optional scavenger hunt activity for think[box] themed prizes!
CWRU Historical Presentation
The College of Arts and Sciences and The Alumni Association are excited to offer a special CWRU history presentation from Janice Gerda (CWR '89), PhD, Associate Vice President, Student Engagement & Learning, Division of Student Affairs! You will learn about the fascinating history of our campus and its impact on the Cleveland area while reminiscing with old friends.
Department of Political Science Panel and Discussion
Join us for the Department of Political Science reunion alumni panel. Reception to follow.
Hay-McKinney Mansion Tour and Carousel Ride
The Hay-McKinney Mansion is 20,000 square foot, Italian Renaissance Revival home located in the fashionable Wade Allotment (now University Circle).
Join this docent-led tour to learn about this living museum once briefly inhabited, which tells the stories of Mrs. Clara Hay, the McKinney family, and prominent Clevelanders who built a city through savvy entrepreneurship and generous philanthropy.
The home is now furnished with period artifacts from the WRHS collections; each room is laid out as it might have been in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The mansion is a picture of a city’s rise and the men and women who shaped it.
Guests are invited to stay after the tour, take a deeper dive into any museum galleries, and ride the original Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel.
Physics and Beyond Panel Discussion
Join us for the Department of Physics reunion alumni panel. Reception to follow.
State of the Weatherhead School
How does the Weatherhead School of Management measure up? Where do future opportunities lie? Learn all about Weatherhead today in this session by Dean Andrew Medvedev.
WRUW Tour #2
WRUW-FM, the campus radio station, allows students and community volunteers to broadcast and webstream to the world! Stop by to see where the magic happens. Learn more here: https://wruw.org/
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #2
Explore Sears think[box], the university's center of innovation and entrepreneurship. A seven-story, 50,000 square-foot facility, think[box] offers free, open-access maker spaces to draft, design, fabricate, market and realize ideas. Participants begin on Floor 1: Community, where guests will watch a short introductory video about think[box]. After the video, guests will receive a guidebook to help them explore floors two through six. Visitors can also complete an optional scavenger hunt activity for think[box] themed prizes!
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #3
Explore Sears think[box], the university's center of innovation and entrepreneurship. A seven-story, 50,000 square-foot facility, think[box] offers free, open-access maker spaces to draft, design, fabricate, market and realize ideas. Participants begin on Floor 1: Community, where guests will watch a short introductory video about think[box]. After the video, guests will receive a guidebook to help them explore floors two through six. Visitors can also complete an optional scavenger hunt activity for think[box] themed prizes!
College of Arts and Sciences Alumni and Student Reception
Join us for a casual networking reception with refreshments and snacks following the Department of Physics and Political Science alumni panels.
Peter B. Lewis Building Tour
Considered one of the most architecturally interesting business schools in the world, the Peter B. Lewis building was designed by famous architect Frank Gehry. Discover all the building offers to support cross-disciplined learning, creativity and innovation.
School of Dental Medicine Highlight Tour of the Cleveland Museum of Art
Dental alumni are invited to gather at the Cleveland Museum of Art for small docent-led highlights tours of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
School of Medicine Dean's Distinguished Lecture - IN PERSON
This event celebrates extraordinary and esteemed careers of alumni and friends of the School of Medicine. Dr. Gary Beven (MED'89), will present this year’s Dean’s Distinguished Lecture.
School of Medicine Dean's Distinguished Lecture- VIRTUAL
This event celebrates extraordinary and esteemed careers of alumni and friends of the School of Medicine. Dr. Gary Beven (MED'89), will present this year’s Dean’s Distinguished Lecture.
WRUW Tour #3
WRUW-FM, the campus radio station, allows students and community volunteers to broadcast and webstream to the world! Stop by to see where the magic happens. Learn more here: https://wruw.org/
Amazing Facets of Civil Engineering
Civil and environmental engineering are dynamic fields ripe with innovation. To prepare our students to become leaders in the fields, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering offers an array of labs and research resources. Join a tour that will introduce you to the department and its new Geotechnical Laboratories, our infrastructure research facilities, the environmental engineering labs, and the only university-based Concrete Lab in Ohio. Following the tour you are invited to stay for the department happy hour from 4-5 pm.
Celebrating Case Women in STEM
Discussion with accomplished Case Alumnae led by current student leaders. You will have an opportunity to meet alumnae, who are helping to advance the mission of STEM in their careers.
FPB School of Nursing Alumni Board Community Meeting and Dean's State of the School
All School of Nursing alumni, friends, students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend.
Learn about the wonderful initiatives your FPB Alumni Association Board is undertaking and how you can get involved. Then hear from Dean Carol Musil about goals and priorities for the School of Nursing as well as exciting updates about faculty, programs, and students. Q & A will follow.
Join us and help make the FPB Alumni Association all you want it to be!
Parking passes for the Cleveland Clinic P1 Parking Garage will be provided.
FPB School of Nursing Alumni Board Community Meeting and Dean's State of the School -VIRTUAL
All School of Nursing alumni, friends, students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend.
Learn about the wonderful initiatives your FPB Alumni Association Board is undertaking and how you can get involved. Then hear from Dean Carol Musil about goals and priorities for the School of Nursing as well as exciting updates about faculty, programs, and students. Q & A will follow.
Join us and help make the FPB Alumni Association all you want it to be!
Welcome Reception for CWRU Graduates of Distinction (private event for undergraduate 50th Reunion)
Great Lakes Energy Institute Open House and Tours
Celebrate Great Lakes Energy Institute (GLEI) 16 years of energy innovation and education. GLEI is an interdisciplinary research institute seeking breakthroughs in energy innovation and sustainability. Do you know about the ThinkEnergy Fellows program for CWRU students? You will have an opportunity to meet some current and former ThinkEnergy Fellows, who are helping to advance the mission of GLEI on campus and in their careers. Tours of the SDLE Research Center, an interdisciplinary lab focused on advancing energy research through groundbreaking Materials Data Science. Refreshments will be served. https://engineering.case.edu/research/institutes/great-lakes-energy/about-great-lakes-energy
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #4
Explore Sears think[box], the university's center of innovation and entrepreneurship. A seven-story, 50,000 square-foot facility, think[box] offers free, open-access maker spaces to draft, design, fabricate, market and realize ideas. Participants begin on Floor 1: Community, where guests will watch a short introductory video about think[box]. After the video, guests will receive a guidebook to help them explore floors two through six. Visitors can also complete an optional scavenger hunt activity for think[box] themed prizes!
CWRU Campus Tour (Friday)
The Office of Undergraduate Admission offers a special tour for our returning Spartans during Homecoming weekend! You will learn about the updates to campus and fascinating trivia and fun facts while reminiscing with old friends.
**Please note that these tours are not for prospective students. Please visit here to register for a student tour.
WRUW Tour #4
WRUW-FM, the campus radio station, allows students and community volunteers to broadcast and webstream to the world! Stop by to see where the magic happens. Learn more here: https://wruw.org/
Weatherhead Alumni Mixer- Reunion for Classes ending in 4s and 9s
Calling all alumni whose graduation years end in 4 or 9 - this mixer is for you! Reconnect with old friends and make some new ones at this special gathering of reunion attendees.
Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing: Dean’s Reception w/Alumni Awards- In Person
Dean’s Reception with Alumni Awards Ceremony and Grand Classes Toast
Gather with us to connect with FPB leadership, classmates, and friends while enjoying delicious hors d'oeuvres and drinks at a celebration of this year’s nursing Alumni Award winners. We will also be honoring our Grand Classes with a champagne toast.
Parking passes for the Cleveland Clinic P1 Parking Garage will be provided.
Case School of Engineering Dean's Reception
Dean Balakrishnan invites Case School of Engineering Alumni and their guests to reconnect with classmates at the Dean’s Reception, where beer, wine, and appetizers will be served.
Afterward, walk over to Strosacker Auditorium for the 139th All-Class Awards Program of the Case Alumni Association.
We Are a Family: LGBTQ at CWRU Open House
Visit the LGBT Center to explore the space, meet the staff, and connect with fellow LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.
Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing: Alumni Awards Ceremony - RECORDING REQUEST
Please register for this event to request a recording of the 2024 Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing Alumni Awards ceremony.
Pre-Shabbat Reception at Cleveland Hillel
A pre-Shabbat reception is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and meet new friends—it’s a great experience for students and alumni.
IGNITE: A Celebration of Leadership and Philanthropy
This special evening is our way of thanking our generous supporters and honoring our accomplished alumni. Join Interim Dean Whiting as we recognize our Distinguished Alumni Award winners and the 50th reunion of the Class of 1974.
Mandel School Alumni Awards and Reunion Celebration: In-Person
Join Dean Voisin for an update on the state of the school as we present the Mandel School Alumni Awards and celebrate reunions for the classes of 1974, 1984, 1994, 1999, 2014 and 2019. Free to attend and includes complimentary parking and hors d'oeuvres.
2024 Mandel School Alumni Association Award winners:
Distinguished Alumna Award
Jill L. Dickie, PhD (SAS '74)
Professional Achievement Award
Lisa McDuffie (SAS '93)
Nonprofit Leadership Award
Sherri Brandon (SAS ‘00, MNO '18)
Louis Stokes Community Service Leadership Award
Sharyse N. Jones (SAS '08)
Early Career Success Award
Malcolm D. Burton (SAS '17)
Questions?
Email: mandelalumni@case.edu
Mandel School Alumni Awards and Reunion Celebration: Virtual
Join Dean Voisin for an update on the state of the school as we present the Mandel School Alumni Awards and celebrate reunions for the classes of 1974, 1984, 1994, 1999, 2014 and 2019. Livestream link will be sent closer to event date.
2024 Mandel School Alumni Association Award winners:
Distinguished Alumna Award
Jill L. Dickie, PhD (SAS '74)
Professional Achievement Award
Lisa McDuffie (SAS '93)
Nonprofit Leadership Award
Sherri Brandon (SAS ‘00, MNO '18)
Louis Stokes Community Service Leadership Award
Sharyse N. Jones (SAS '08)
Early Career Success Award
Malcolm D. Burton (SAS '17)
Questions?
Email: mandelalumni@case.edu
CWRU Pride Alumni Network Awards Celebration
Join us in celebrating our LGBTQ+ alumni! Enjoy inspiring stories and engage in meaningful conversations. Light refreshments will be provided.
Case Alumni Association 139th Awards Ceremony - IN PERSON
Our signature Homecoming event is a tribute to our alumni award winners, who bring honor to Case through their achievements and serve as role models to our students.
All alumni and students are invited to attend this event.
Case Alumni Association 139th Awards Ceremony - VIRTUAL
Our signature Homecoming event is a tribute to our alumni award winners, who bring honor to Case through their achievements and serve as role models to our students.
All alumni and students are invited to attend this event.
CWRU Women's Basketball vs John Carroll
The CWRU Women's Basketball team will be playing John Carroll November 15th @ 6pm in Horsburgh gym. The game is free to attend.
Weatherhead Alumni Awards Reception and Program
Join us as we recognize and celebrate alumni for their professional achievements, civic contributions, and commitment to CWRU. All alumni and friends are invited.
School of Medicine Dean's Welcome Back Reunion Soiree- IN PERSON
Join Dean Stan Gerson, MD for a welcome back cocktail reception and dinner as we honor our Grand Classes, reunion classes, leadership donors, and scholarship supporters and present the 2024 Medical Alumni Awards.
You won’t want to miss this evening of memories and merriment! Cocktail attire.
Complimentary valet parking will be provided at HEC/Samson Pavilion on East 100th.
School of Medicine Dean's Welcome Back Reunion Soiree- VIRTUAL
Join Dean Stan Gerson, MD virtually for a welcome back cocktail reception and dinner as we honor our Grand Classes, reunion classes, leadership donors, and scholarship supporters and present the 2024 Medical Alumni Awards.
You won’t want to miss this evening of memories and merriment!
School of Dental Medicine Welcome Reception at Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Catch up with classmates and enjoy special exhibits and live music from Tom Leatherman, DDS (DEN '85) and his band Cloud9CLE. Heavy appetizers and cocktails will be served.
Candlelight Vigil and AAAA Mixer
Gather with friends and get reacquainted while reminiscing about your time at CWRU. There will be a special remembrance for alumna Stephanie Tubbs Jones (FSM ’71; LAW ’74). Following the remembrance, the game night begins with an opportunity to enjoy friendly competition. Choose from a selection of games or bring your own game to share with the group. It promises to be a night of fun and a chance to connect with fellow alumni and students.
Latine Game Night and Mixer
Stay connected with old friends and meet new ones while reminiscing about your time at CWRU! Join us for Game Night, where friendly competition awaits. Choose from a variety of games or bring your favorite to share with the group. It promises to be a fun-filled evening and a great opportunity to connect with fellow alumni and students.
CWRU Department of Music Homecoming Concert
Celebrate homecoming with a concert featuring university ensembles, including Symphonic Winds, Case/University Circle Orchestra, Case Camerata Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band and Case Concert Choir.
The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie
Popcorn and a Movie: Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) Rated G Showing #1
Popcorn and a Movie: Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) Rated G Showing #2
Based on the Wallace and Gromit short film series. The film follows eccentric inventor Wallace (voiced by Peter Sallis) and his silent and intelligent dog, Gromit, as they come to the rescue of the residents of a village which is being plagued by a mutant rabbit before an annual vegetable competition.
This event is sponsored by the CWRU Film Society.
Popcorn and a Movie: Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) Rated G Showing #3
Based on the Wallace and Gromit short film series. The film follows eccentric inventor Wallace (voiced by Peter Sallis) and his silent and intelligent dog, Gromit, as they come to the rescue of the residents of a village which is being plagued by a mutant rabbit before an annual vegetable competition.
This event is sponsored by the CWRU Film Society.
Graduates of Distinction Induction Breakfast (private event for undergraduate 50th Reunion)
Breakfast will be provided.
School of Dental Medicine Technology Tour and Breakfast
Grab breakfast at 8:30am in The Cosgrove Courtyard before taking this guided highlight tour at 9:00am of our HoloLens classroom, simulation clinics, and the dental clinic.
School of Medicine SIM Center Tour and Breakfast
This year, we will feature and give tours of our Zubizarreta Immersive Learning Suite and further (new this year) AI technology in the Simulation Center. If you choose to participate in these tours, please select which time slot works best for you when registering. Space is limited.
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - AM SESSION - IN PERSON
Three-hour continuing education opportunity includes breakfast and features:
Catherine Flaitz, DDS, MS, “You Own the Gums: Encounters Galore of Oral Lesions in Children at This Site” from 9 to 11 a.m.
David L. Rothman, DDS, “Pros vs. Cons on Frenuloplasty” from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - ALL DAY SESSION - IN PERSON
6-hour continuing education opportunity includes breakfast and lunch and features:
- Catherine Flaitz, DDS, MS, “You Own the Gums: Encounters Galore of Oral Lesions in Children at This Site” from 9 to 11 a.m.
- David L. Rothman, DDS, “Pros vs. Cons on Frenuloplasty” from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
- Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, “2024 Post-Pandemic Pediatric Dental Challenges - LCC, Erosion, Pediatric Periodontal Problems, Eruption Problems” from 1 to 3 p.m.
- Jed Best, DDS, MS, “Tekno (K)notes for Clinical Practice” from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Medical Education MedConnect Mentoring and Networking Breakfast
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - AM SESSION - VIRTUAL
3-hour continuing education opportunity features
Catherine Flaitz, DDS, MS, “You Own the Gums: Encounters Galore of Oral Lesions in Children at This Site” from 9 to 11 a.m.
David L. Rothman, DDS, “Pros vs. Cons on Frenuloplasty” from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Suggested donation $125
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - ALL DAY SESSION - VIRTUAL
6-hour continuing education opportunity features
Catherine Flaitz, DDS, MS, “You Own the Gums: Encounters Galore of Oral Lesions in Children at This Site” from 9 to 11 a.m.
David L. Rothman, DDS, “Pros vs. Cons on Frenuloplasty” from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, “2024 Post-Pandemic Pediatric Dental Challenges - LCC, Erosion, Pediatric Periodontal Problems, Eruption Problems” from 1 to 3 p.m.
Jed Best, DDS, MS, “Tekno (K)notes for Clinical Practice” from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Suggested donation $225
School of Nursing Tour & Breakfast
Take a student-led tour to see School of Nursing learning spaces and hear fun facts about the Health Education Campus. Did you know the Samson Pavilion was the location of the first 2020 presidential debate?
Breakfast available starting at 8 a.m.
Tours intermitently between 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Parking passes available for the Cleveland Clinic P1 Parking Garage
African American Alumni Association Annual Meeting - IN PERSON
Your presence and participation at the annual meeting are vital as we gather to vote on the executive slate for the association. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future direction of the organization. We encourage you to attend this meeting to share your thoughts on programming for the upcoming year and help elect the leadership that will guide our association forward. A light breakfast will be available.
African American Alumni Association Annual Meeting - VIRTUAL
Your presence and participation at the annual meeting are vital as we gather to vote on the executive slate for the association. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future direction of the organization. We encourage you to attend this meeting to share your thoughts on programming for the upcoming year and help elect the leadership that will guide our association forward.
A Zoom link will be provided.
Case Amateur Radio Station Open House
Case Amateur Radio Club will be on the air. Tours of the amateur radio station will also be available. To learn more about the group, click here.
This event is open to all alumni, parents, and students!
Department of Physics Tours and Buffet Brunch
Event will feature:
- Buffet brunch
- Rockefeller open house
- History materials
- Slideshows of research posters
- Faculty "Office Hours"
- Student-led lab tours
Spartan Alumni Marching Band
Dust off that instrument and play along with the Spartan Marching Band during Homecoming festivities! Members of the Alumni Marching Band will perform at the Spartan Tailgate and throughout the Homecoming Football Game. Participants will receive a flip folder of stand tunes prior to the Spartan Tailgate. The SMB can provide a limited number of larger instruments. Please contact Dr. Helton with any questions or to confirm the availability of school instruments: bch51@case.edu
Latinx Alumni Association Annual Meeting - IN PERSON
Join us for the annual meeting of the Latinx Alumni Association to help develop our plans for the upcoming year! Your ideas and participation are essential for the growth and direction of the association. A light breakfast will be available.
School of Law: Black Law Students Association Induction Ceremony Brunch
Enjoy a morning of celebration as we induct incoming members to the Black Law Student Association (BLSA).
Coffee and Chat with Dean “Ragu” Balakrishnan
The Case School of Engineering is attracting students in record numbers. Join Dean Balakrishnan as he shares the state of the school and answers your questions. Followed by an optional tour of Sears think[box].
All alumni, parents, and students are invited to attend this event.
Health Sciences Collaborative: Role of Healthcare Providers in the Age of AI - VIRTUAL
Listen to a panel of alumni from the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Dental Medicine share insights about how AI is emerging in healthcare and the ways it could impact providers. Lunch will follow in The Cosgrove Courtyard. One hour continuing education credit is available.
Latinx Alumni Association Annual Meeting - VIRTUAL
Join us for the annual meeting of the Latinx Alumni Association to help develop our plans for the upcoming year! Your ideas and participation are essential for the growth and direction of the association.
A Zoom link will be provided.
Dittrick Museum of Medical History Open House
The Dittrick is both a museum and an interdisciplinary study center. See the evolution of medical instruments and technology while learning about doctor-patient relationships throughout history.
Health Sciences Collaborative: Role of Healthcare Providers in the Age of AI - IN PERSON
Listen to a panel of alumni from the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Dental Medicine share insights about how AI is emerging in healthcare and the ways it could impact providers. Lunch will follow in The Cosgrove Courtyard.
Spartan Tailgate
Join the Spartan community as everyone gets ready for the football game! This reinvented pregame event is being held in partnership with student organizations and the Student Activities and Leadership team. Get ready for a street fair vibe including food trucks, a beer garden, student performances and much more! In true tailgate fashion, this outdoor event will take place rain or shine. Don't miss this opportunity to mingle with fellow alumni, students, the CWRU community, and of course, Spartie!
Be sure to check in for Homecoming Weekend before the tailgate to pick up your name tag and CWRU-branded scarf!
CIT 1974 50th Reunion Lunch
We invite all alumni who graduated from the Case Institute of Technology in 1974 to reconnect with classmates and friends at a special reception and luncheon. Relive the good times, catch up and enjoy nostalgic memorabilia and photographs.
CIT All-Class Lunch Reunion
We invite all alumni who graduated from the Case Institute of Technology to reconnect with classmates and friends at a special reception and luncheon. Relive the good times, catch up and enjoy nostalgic memorabilia and photographs.
Silver Spartans Class of 1999 25th Reunion
All undergraduate alumni from the Class of ’99 are encouraged to join us at their special Silver Spartans 25th Reunion tent at the Spartan Tailgate. Let's celebrate this milestone and party like it’s 1999! Food and drinks will be provided by the Jolly Scholar, and Class of '99 members will receive a Silver Spartans commemorative gift to take home.
Case School of Engineering All-Class Reunion Lunch
Alumni, students, and their families are invited to the Case School of Engineering All-Class Lunch in Tomlinson Hall.
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - PM SESSION - IN PERSON
3-hour continuing education opportunity includes lunch and features:
Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, “2024 Post-Pandemic Pediatric Dental Challenges - LCC, Erosion, Pediatric Periodontal Problems, Eruption Problems” from 1 to 3 p.m.
Jed Best, DDS, MS, “Tekno (K)notes for Clinical Practice” from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #5
Sears think[box] Open House Exploration #6
Explore Sears think[box], the university's center of innovation and entrepreneurship. A seven-story, 50,000 square-foot facility, think[box] offers free, open-access maker spaces to draft, design, fabricate, market and realize ideas. Participants begin on Floor 1: Community, where guests will watch a short introductory video about think[box]. After the video, guests will receive a guidebook to help them explore floors two through six. Visitors can also complete an optional scavenger hunt activity for think[box] themed prizes!
Pediatric Dentistry Symposium - PM SESSION - VIRTUAL
3-hour continuing education opportunity features:
Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, “2024 Post-Pandemic Pediatric Dental Challenges - LCC, Erosion, Pediatric Periodontal Problems, Eruption Problems” from 1 to 3 p.m.
Jed Best, DDS, MS, “Tekno (K)notes for Clinical Practice” from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Suggested donation $125
Homecoming Football Game and Celebration of Homecoming Court
Come cheer on the CWRU Spartans as they take on the Carnegie Mellon University Tartans! (Does the rhyming add to the rivalry? We think so.)
- Kickoff is at 1:30 p.m.
- See the Homecoming Court at halftime!
- Admission is free if you register here
College of Arts and Sciences Class of 1974 50th Reunion Gathering
Join your fellow Class of 1974 classmates at a casual gathering in Crawford Hall to rekindle friendships and share memories.
Student-Led Tour of the Cleveland Museum of Art
Graduate students from the Department of Art History will lead tours that highlight their favorite pieces in the museum and showcase their expertise.
Emeriti Faculty Reception
For the first time ever, the Alumni Association of CWRU will sponsor a reception with the university's Emeriti Faculty. You are welcome to spend some time with this illustrious group. In September, we'll include a list of faculty who are slated to attend.
Campus location TBD, but more to come soon!
CWRU Campus Tour (Saturday)
The Office of Undergraduate Admission offers a special tour for our returning Spartans during Homecoming weekend! You will learn about the updates to campus and fascinating trivia and fun facts while reminiscing with old friends.
**Please note that these tours are not for prospective students. Please visit here to register for a student tour.
Department of Political Science Cocktail Hour
Join alumni and faculty for cocktails at a local private residence.
Mandel School | 2024 Grace Longwell Coyle Lecture and Chairs Celebration: In-person
Hear from Professors Sharon Milligan and Robert Fischer on the power of non-governmental organizations and social work linkages (pending approval, social work credits will be offered for attendees in the state of Ohio) followed by a celebration of the Grace Longwell Coyle Professorship appointments of Drs. Milligan and Fischer.
The event is open to all and free to attend (refreshments, hors d'oeuvres and complimentary parking available).
Social work Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for in-person attendees from the state of Ohio—pending approval.
CEUs are not available for livestream attendees.
Grace Longwell Coyle made a profound impact on group work study and its practice. Her books and classroom presentations were landmark additions to the field of group work education, contributing to the critical analysis of group leadership, group behavior and the professional education of social workers.
Mandel School | 2024 Grace Longwell Coyle Lecture and Chairs Celebration: Virtual
Hear from Professors Sharon Milligan and Robert Fischer on the power of non-governmental organizations and social work linkages (pending approval, social work credits will be offered for attendees in the state of Ohio) followed by a celebration of the Grace Longwell Coyle Professorship appointments of Drs. Milligan and Fischer.
CEUs are not available for livestream attendees.
Grace Longwell Coyle made a profound impact on group work study and its practice. Her books and classroom presentations were landmark additions to the field of group work education, contributing to the critical analysis of group leadership, group behavior and the professional education of social workers.
School of Law Multi-Class Reunion- Years Ending in 4 and 9
Gather with classmates and friends as we recognize classes ending in four and nine and enjoy selections from some of the restaurants alumni visited as students. This multi-class event will have tables for each class year. Tickets are $20 per person, and include dinner, drinks and dessert.
Fun in the Flats with Special Recognition of Reunion Years ending in 4 & 9
Alumni and friends of the School of Nursing are invited for a night on the town with Dean Carol Musil, faculty and staff. What’s in store? Socializing over delicious drinks, a hot meal with southern comfort food items, bowling, shuffleboard, karaoke, and more.
School of Law Class of 1974 50th Reunion Class Dinner
Members of the Class of 1974 and their guests are invited to commemorate their 50th reunion just up the hill from their alma mater at the Cleveland Skating Club, located around the corner from historic Shaker Square. Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner, drinks and dessert.
African American Alumni Association Awards Celebration and Dance
AAAA is proud to honor exceptional graduates during the Awards Celebration and Dance. The awards recognize the significant contributions of our alumni to their alma mater, their profession, and their community. The dinner and awards celebration is followed by a dance party.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1959
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1964
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1969
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1974
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
Complimentary valet parking will be provided.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1979
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1984
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1989
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1994
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 1999
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 2004
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 2009
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - Class of 2014
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates. Retreat with your classmates to catch up and enjoy a private class dinner. For many alumni, these dinners are the highlight of reunion weekend! Professional class photos will be taken during your class dinner.
School of Medicine Dinner - GRS
This is the perfect ending to a wonderful weekend of reminiscing with your classmates and connecting with fellow alumni. Join us for a special Graduate Education alumni dinner and meet some of the program’s student leaders.
School of Dental Medicine Night of Celebration with Class Dinners & Alumni Awards
Enjoy a cocktail reception, dinner with your class, and dancing while honoring:
André Mickel, DDS, MSD, MDiv, DMin (DEN ’91, ’94) - Distinguished Alumnus
T. Roma Jasinevicius, DDS, MEd (DEN ’74, ’76) - Special Recognition
Nicholas Nutile, DMD (DEN ’17) - Outstanding New Dentist
Cost is $75 per person, complimentary to our grand classes of 1974 and older.
Latine Alumni Happy Hour
Join the Latinx Alumni Association at our Alumni Happy Hour. This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and forge new connections! Delicious food will be provided. Attendees are responsible for the purchase of their beverages.
School of Dental Medicine Alumni Awards Presentation - Virtual Only
Watch a livestream of Dean Kenneth Chance present the State of the School followed by the 2024 Alumni Association Awards honoring André K. Mickel (DEN ’91, ’94), Distinguished Alumnus T. Roma Jasinevicius (DEN ’74, ’76), Special Recognition Nicholas A. Nutile (DEN ’17), Outstanding New Dentist
Popcorn and a Movie: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988) PG Showing #1
It's 1947 Hollywood, and Eddie Valiant (Bob Hoskins), a down-on-his-luck detective, is hired to find proof that Marvin Acme, gag factory mogul and owner of Toontown, is playing hanky-panky with femme fatale Jessica Rabbit, wife of Maroon Cartoon superstar Roger Rabbit. When Acme is found murdered, all fingers point to Roger, and the sinister, power-hungry Judge Doom (Christopher Lloyd) is on a mission to bring Roger to justice. Roger begs the Toon-hating Valiant to find the real evildoer and the plot thickens as Eddie uncovers scandal after scandal and realizes the very existence of Toontown is at stake! WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT is deliciously outrageous fun the whole family will enjoy.
This event is sponsored by the CWRU Film Society.
Homecoming Student ShowCASE
Join us at the Maltz Performing Arts Center for a free, all student showcase presenting some of the talented student performance groups on campus. Taking place on Saturday, November 16 at 7:30pm, the showCASE will feature: Case In Point, Undivided, Solstice A Cappella, Dhamakapella, Klover, CWRU Nritya, Spartan Tappers, Case CobRAAS, and the Case Glee Club!
Popcorn and a Movie: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988) PG Showing #2
It's 1947 Hollywood, and Eddie Valiant (Bob Hoskins), a down-on-his-luck detective, is hired to find proof that Marvin Acme, gag factory mogul and owner of Toontown, is playing hanky-panky with femme fatale Jessica Rabbit, wife of Maroon Cartoon superstar Roger Rabbit. When Acme is found murdered, all fingers point to Roger, and the sinister, power-hungry Judge Doom (Christopher Lloyd) is on a mission to bring Roger to justice. Roger begs the Toon-hating Valiant to find the real evildoer and the plot thickens as Eddie uncovers scandal after scandal and realizes the very existence of Toontown is at stake! WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT is deliciously outrageous fun the whole family will enjoy.
This event is sponsored by the CWRU Film Society.
First Generation Breakfast
The Alumni Association of CWRU and student org, First CWRU, welcome first generation alumni to a breakfast event during Homecoming weekend. Meet fellow alumni and connect with students, as well as alumni board members and Emerti board members.
This event has a cost of $8, all of which will go towards the First CWRU student organization's operating fund.
Simply put, being first-generation means that you are the first in your family to attend college... To narrow this definition a little, people are considered first-generation college students when their parents have received none to some college education (meaning earned an associate's degree or less) and/or their parent received a college education outside of the US. (source: First CWRU website)
SNMA & LMSA Mentoring Breakfast
On behalf of the CWRU Student National Medical Association (SNMA) and Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA), we would like to invite all alumni who identify as underrepresented in medicine, to a networking breakfast with current students. Learning from those that came before us, forming connections and growing our community are ideals we uphold in our organization's mission. We would love the opportunity to meet with URIM alumni and foster connectedness between current student and alumni.
African American Alumni Association Inspirational Breakfast
Join us for an inspiring morning with alumni and friends including breakfast, an uplifting program and a keynote speaker.
CWRU EMS 20th Anniversary Brunch
CWRU EMS is celebrating it's 20th Anniversary and cordially invites all alumni of the organization to a brunch celebration on Sunday, November 17, 2024. We will feature a keynote speaker and silent auction to raise funds for updated medical equipment.
Food and beverages will be provided. We're looking forward to celebrating this milestone with current and former CWRU EMS members!
School of Law Barristers Golden Brunch
Please join us as we welcome the Case Western Reserve University School of Law Class of 1974 into the Barristers Golden Circle. This event is complimentary, and open to alumni from the grand classes (1974 and earlier) and one guest.
Business attire.
Playhouse Square - "Some Like it Hot"
Join us for an afternoon at Playhouse Square, one of the nation's largest premier arts districts outside of Broadway, to see the national tour of Some Like It Hot!
Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, Some Like It Hot is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime. Winner of 4 Tony Awards® (Best Actor, Best Costumes, Best Orchestrations, and Best Choreography), the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle.
We only have 25 tickets available, so don't wait! Sit with fellow CWRU alumni, and avoid paying service fees on your tickets!
This event is self-parking, no shuttle will be provided.