In this issue:
 James Strawser will be our new Facilities Coordinator as of July 15, 2019. You may recognize him from his temporary assignment in our Office of Advancement where he has been since March. James' desk will be in the Finance & Administration Suite (315), but expect to see him frequently around both buildings.
On the Move - Promotions
 Kristen Kirchgesler has been promoted to Librarian 3, with a focus on web services. She now leads the Harris Library's effort to enhance its virtual spaces, working closely with library staff to develop and expand online library services to improve social workers' information literacy and their ability to use information resources in their social work practice.
 Dr. LaShon Sawyer has been promoted to Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, Digital & Online Learning as of July 1, 2019. LaShon will focus on online and digital learning at the Mandel School, ensuring initiatives are sound, compliant and consistent with school values and principles.
 Amy Korsch-Williams has been promoted to Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, Field Education & Instruction as of July 1, 2019. Amy oversees the training and practicum experiences of over 600 graduate social work students annually, both locally and nationally through the Mandel School virtual program.
On the Move
 Dr. Patrick Boyle has served as CEBP's Director of Implementation Services since its inception in 1999. On July 1, 2019, he transitioned to a consulting director role that he will fulfill until his retirement in December.
 Richard Kruszynski became CEBP's new Managing Director as of July 1, 2019. In this role, Ric will oversee implementation of the CEBP vision, product service development, staff supervision, and budget management. He will continue to provide program consultation, clinical consultation and training to the Ohio Department of Medicaid as well as numerous community-based service organizations.
 Deborah Myers became CEBP's Associate Managing Director, effective July 1, 2019. She will supervise its customer implementation efforts and continuous quality improvement mechanisms, in collaboration with CEBP's Managing Director. She also oversees account management and provides technical assistance to service systems and organizations.
 Dr. Jennifer Collins-Lakner is the new Director of Program Evaluation, effective July 1, 2019. She manages and conducts analyses for fidelity reviews and other evaluation projects conducted by the Center and its Ohio Coordinating Center of Excellence Initiatives.
Don't miss the next All-Staff Meeting - this Friday, July 19, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Noble Commons (Mandel Building). Our agenda is:
- Icebreaker
- Staff Working Group Update
- On-line Program Transition (2U) and Curriculum Changes
- What's New and Good in the Departments
- School News & Announcements
Case Western Reserve University's International Friendship Program helps students transition to life in the U.S., offers hosts the unique opportunity to learn about diverse nationalities and cultures, and serves as a springboard for friendships that last beyond a student's time at CWRU. Each year, faculty, staff and alumni hosts are matched with international students. Hosts and students get together several times over the school year to enjoy home-cooked meals, events on campus and outings in Cleveland. This is a great way to develop friendships and support our international community at Case Western Reserve University. Many international students will arrive in Cleveland this fall and hosts are needed to make them feel welcome. Please learn more about the program and apply to be a host. Kim McFarlin is also available to answer any questions.
Come join all faculty, staff, and students at the University's annual Party on the Quad. Invite your buddy! Drag your co-workers! It will be held on the CWRU Quad (main campus, south of Euclid Avenue) on Wednesday, July 24th from 2 - 5 p.m. It includes a free barbeque lunch, games and a chance to win prizes. Be sure to bring your CWRU ID (and maybe your camera).
Offered through CWRU's employee assistance program via IMPACT Solutions: We all have unconscious beliefs or preconceived ideas. While this is normal, it's important to recognize that they can negatively impact our behavior and relationships, both on a personal and professional level. This webinar will show you how to tune in and bring these unconscious beliefs to the surface so that they don't get in your way. This webinar is available on demand during July, 2019. To access:
- Navigate to www.myimpactsolutions.com
- Click on "go to member login" box and log in with company code "CWRU"
- Click on the blue "webinar" box
- Choose July webinar (either green button)
The BlueLink shuttle can pick you up right across the street from the Mandel Building (in front of the Peter B. Lewis Building), and can take you all the way up Mayfield Road, through the Little Italy and Coventry neighborhoods. Gather a group of colleagues and get a free, convenient ride to a number of Italian eateries in Little Italy, or Coventry restaurants like BD's Mongolian Barbeque, Tommy's, Pacific East, among others. Or, check out the shops - bookstores, art shops, and more. What a great way to spend your lunch hour!
The shuttle is free and stops at Ford and Bellflower every half hour - at approximately 10 after and 20 til each hour (e.g., 11:10, 11:40, 12:10). You can also download the app on your phone - "TransLoc" in the App Store - to see exactly when the shuttle will arrive.
July 19, 2019: All-Staff Meeting, Noble Commons, 11 a.m. - 12 noon.
July 24, 2019: Party on the Quad, CWRU Quadrangle, 2 - 5 p.m.
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10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106-7164
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