Dear Graduate Student,
From now on, you will receive this newsletter every Tuesday (except when there is a university holiday on that Tuesday). As of now, some graduate and professional students may not yet be receiving this newsletter, so please forward it to anyone who might be interested in our events and other information. We thank you in advance!
For more information, you can also visit the GSC website (gsc.case.edu), follow us on Instagram at @cwrugsc, and contact us at gscinfo@case.edu. If you want to publicize your event or share any news with graduate and professional students, fill out the form at the bottom of this newsletter.
![\"\"](\"https://community.case.edu/upload/cwru/2025/flyer_image_upload_4904684_IMG_5025_42201429.jpg\") Hudson Relays
the GSC invites you to join the 115th Annual Hudson Relays, set to take place on April 26, 10am-1pm at the Case Quad (in front of Adelbert Hall)! The Hudson Relays stands as a testament to CWRU's rich history, dating back to 1910, when it marked the relocation of our campus to the vibrant University Circle area. Today, it remains a cherished event eagerly anticipated by students and alumni alike. It’s an incredible opportunity to showcase our class spirit and contribute to this long-standing tradition.
To represent the move, the race among classes is 26 miles long, the distance from Hudson, OH, (where the former campus was located) to University Circle. Each runner runs 0.5-mile legs, passing the baton to the next runner.
The grad students team is still recruiting runners and volunteers for the race. As a runner or volunteer, you’ll receive a Hudson Relays T-shirt, water bottle, small breakfast, and lunch! Imagine the pride of seeing “CWRU Grads” engraved on the rock outside Adelbert Hall this year!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to represent our class and make lasting memories. Please fill out this form to sign up as a runner or volunteer.
Check out this page for more history on the Hudson Relays!
![\"\"](\"https://community.case.edu/upload/cwru/2025/flyer_image_upload_1784536_Orange_Retro_Chic_Happy_Hour_Flyer_4710211.png\") GSC Happy Hour
Join GSC for the April Happy Hour on Friday, April 11, 7-9pm, at Jolly Scholar! The first drink is on us for the first 100 grad students to show up!
You can use your drink ticket to buy alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, for example, a soda or milkshake.
Sign up: https://cglink.me/2cS/r2267793
PS. Drink tickets will be distributed as people join; registration for the event doesn't guarantee a drink ticket.
![\"\"](\"https://community.case.edu/upload/cwru/2025/flyer_image_upload_1784536_image_upload_4126187_Sandbag_Relay_Placeholderjpg_227142926_331143046.jpeg\") CWRU Lift Sandbag Relay
Join CWRU Lift for a weighted sandbag relay on the Freiberger Field next to KSL & Tinkham Veale on April 11, from 12-3pm! Compete in a test of strength and speed against your friends and fellow community members in either a solo or team relay. Sign up through CampusGroups to RSVP your team(s)!
https://cglink.me/2cS/r2266567
![](\"https://static-prod-us-east-1.campusgroups.com/upload/cwru/2025/image_4004243_PiNO_flyer_1_f4c260d1-c4b0-4486-9b8b-5f7203bb66fd_4219820.png\") Polymer Initiative Of Northeast Ohio (PiNO) Conference
PiNO is a dynamic one-day conference designed to bridge academia and industry in polymers. This event provides a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, network with industry professionals, and explore career pathways in the ever-evolving world of polymers. We are proud to welcome representatives from top-tier companies such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, SPE, Owens Corning, Bridgestone, Saint-Gobain, CSA Group, Peak Nano and Parker, who will share their expertise and insights into the future of polymer technology. Throughout the day, attendees can immerse themselves in a range of enriching experiences, including poster presentations, mock interviews, and insightful talks from distinguished guest speakers. Join us as we shape the next generation of advancements in soft materials and polymer innovation!
When: Monday, April 14, 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Tinkham Veale University Center
https://www.pinoconference.com/grad-registration/
![](\"https://static-prod-us-east-1.campusgroups.com/upload/cwru/2025/image_4826341_April_20_2025_300_to_800PM_7963d511-7284-4012-bed9-048be54938d9_4214495.png\") Bangladeshi Cultural Fest
Bangladeshi cultural fest is a celebration with Bangladeshi movie, food, cultural performance and raffle draw. This is happening on Sunday, April 20,3-8 pm, at Thwing Excelsior Ballroom.
https://cglink.me/2cS/r2267160
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National Lawyers Guild's Food Collection Drive
NLG is co-hosting a Food Collection Drive for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank from Monday, April 7, through Thursday, April 10. This event aligns with their annual Harvest for Hunger fundraiser, and we need your help to ensure its success!
https://support.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org/site/TR/HarvestforHunger/General?px=3123277&pg=personal&fr_id=1262
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Mental Health Survey
Students from CWRU are working on an interdisciplinary project with The Village of Healing Center, a Black-led healthcare center. The project aims to reduce the stigma around mental health care in Black communities, particularly for Black men. Your responses will help us improve outreach efforts and services. Responses are confidential and used only by the team. This survey is part of the team’s Collaborative Practice I project. We are truly grateful for your participation. Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGHwvYf64jtKmFy4He_o3MhnVYDUkUUTYcbkcrUSiRBwee6g/viewform
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Unsung Heroes of CWRU Poster Series
From April 21-26, CWRU will be celebrating Legacy Week. This is a week-long celebration of the unique history of Case Western Reserve University. It allows each university department, school, and student organization to celebrate their own unique history within the CWRU historical timeline. One initiative the University Spirit Committee is implementing is a poster series that recognizes the great work CWRU community members are doing. Throughout the week, the Spirit Committee will be setting up posters in Tinkham Veale University Center that display contributions past and present faculty, staff, and students have made to CWRU and the surrounding community. We want to recognize CWRU's unsung heroes; those who have made an impact that others might not know about. Do you know any colleagues or students who have made an impact, whether here at CWRU or to their community? Submit this form by Monday, April 14th with a description of their impact to potentially have them recognized in our poster series! Submit Poster Series Nomination Here:
https://cglink.me/2cS/s94675
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Jane Austen's Bookshelf presented by Rebecca Romney
Kelvin Smith Library is joining a worldwide celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday! Rebecca Romney, author, and rare book dealer, will present based on her recently-released book "Jane Austen's Bookshelf: A Rare Book Collector's Quest to Find the Women Writers Who Shaped a Legend." In this book, Rebecca explores the lives and works of Austen’s favorite women writers, how they faded into obscurity, and deserve to be recognized. KSL also features a special exhibit to accompany the event, showcasing 18th and 19th-century books and manuscripts from the library’s extensive rare book collection. Attendees will see early editions and other significant works from her theoretical library– what would likely have appeared on Jane Austen’s bookshelf. Join us on Tuesday, April 22, 4pm, in person or via live stream! Register here: https://cglink.me/2cS/r2264576
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Church of Covenant: Spiritual Storytelling through Visual Art
This flyer promotes a two-day project showcase for the Collaborative Practice course, featuring an evening of reflection, creativity, and community through storytelling and visual art. The event highlights excerpts from the spiritual journeys of Church of the Covenant members, offering a deeper exploration of faith, spirituality, and personal growth. As part of this showcase, excerpts from a spiritual assessment have been transformed into artistic expressions, providing a unique perspective on personal and collective experiences. The event will take place at Church of the Covenant, located at 11205 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106, on April 9th and April 16th, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
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GCAS Professional Development Week 2025: April 7–10, 2025
Excitement is in the air as we gear up for Professional Development Week! We've curated a dynamic lineup of events to help you grow professionally, build community, and explore new opportunities. Mark your calendars and spread the word to your departments!
🌍 How to Find a Job as an International Student
📅 Wednesday, April 9, 2025
🕘 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 Tinkham Veale University Center (TVUC), Senior Class Conference Room
👤 With Emily Weaver, International Student Career Specialist
Learn practical strategies for job and internship searching as an international student.
☕ Free coffee and donuts provided!
🔗 Register here: https://community.case.edu/GCAS/rsvp_boot?id=2267736
🎨 The Life of a Feminist Poet and Artist
📅 Wednesday, April 9, 2025
🕠 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Flora Stone Mather Center for Women Join Fatima Matar—a bilingual poet, artist, and former law professor who sought asylum in the U.S. after political persecution in Kuwait—for a powerful workshop on truth-telling through art, poetry, and storytelling.
🌯 Free Chipotle provided!
🔗 Register here: https://community.case.edu/GCAS/rsvp_boot?id=2267745
🏳️🌈 Pronouns Workshop
📅 Thursday, April 10, 2025
🕘 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 Kelvin Smith Library, Room 215
👤 Led by Mailey Lorio (they/them), Assistant Director, LGBT Center Build awareness, learn inclusive language, and foster respectful communication in a supportive space.
☕ Free coffee and donuts provided!
🔗 Register here: https://community.case.edu/GCAS/rsvp_boot?id=2267737
Get to Know MNO: Happy Hour Edition
Curious about the nonprofit sector? Thinking about a career in leadership? Join the Mandel School for its Get to Know MNO: Happy Hour Edition on April 10, 5:30-7:30pm and discover what makes our Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and Certificate in Nonprofit Management (CNM) programs unique. Expect a relaxed environment where you can:
✅ Meet faculty, alumni, and current students
✅ Learn how the MNO program empowers nonprofit leaders
✅ Gain insights on fundraising from our guest speakers
✅ Enjoy drinks and light refreshments while expanding your network
Secure your spot today! 🎟️
https://applygrad.case.edu/register/mno_2025
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UCITE Friday: The Academic Job Search
To all graduate students and postdocs: Are you considering a future career in academia? Join UCITE and Aysegul Keskin Zeren from the CWRU Career Center for an interactive session on preparing for the academic job search. We'll begin with an exercise to help you clarify your career goals and explore the diverse landscape of higher education institutions (HEIs) in the U.S. This session will subsequently cover the research and teaching expectations across different HEIs, and provide strategies to make your job application stand out to future employers in the higher education sector. This session is designed for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars interested in careers in higher education—whether in research, teaching, or leadership. Come with your questions and gain insights to navigate the academic job market with confidence!
Date: 18 April, 2025.
Venue: Herrick Room, Allan Memorial Medical Library
Time: 11:40am - 12:30pm
https://cglink.me/2cS/r2267195
Management Consulting 101: With Dr. Goulder
Join us for an exclusive consulting insights event featuring Professor Dr. Goulder, who brings decades of experience in the consulting industry. Gain valuable strategies and tips on how to successfully approach case interviews!
https://community.case.edu/consulting/rsvp_boot?id=2267663
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Fill out GSC's Insurance Survey
GSC wants your opinion on the CWRU Student Health Insurance! Please fill out this survey to let us know your thoughts on the plan. The survey is completely anonymous, email addresses and names are not collected. If you have any questions please reach out to ecr41@case.edu or gscinfo@case.edu.
https://forms.gle/tnf3RG1W9nHP8nbh8
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