From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: January 21
Subject: January 21, 2026 - WSOM Graduate Programs Newsletter



About the Grad Programs Newsletter

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You're receiving this newsletter because you're part of our MBA or Specialty Master's community. Each week, we'll share important deadlines, upcoming events, engagement opportunities, and ways to connect—whether across Cleveland, CWRU, WSOM, with fellow students, or with our alumni network.

SPRING 2026 TUITION DEADLINE

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Spring 2026 billing statement dated Jan 13th is now available. Please check your My Financial Aid portal to confirm your aid has been accepted and that all required documents have been received. The due date for Spring 2026 is Jan 23, 2026. Learn more about the billing statement or how to view online.

STUDENT ID REMINDERSpartie ID Card


As a follow-up to CWRU's Friday, January 9th email about CWRU building access 
(Accessing CWRU Buildings as of Mon, Jan 12, 2026), Weatherhead School of Management is working to ensure that all enrolled students have an active CWRU ID.


Please remember to carry your CWRU campus ID with you at all times. 

Your ID may be required for access to campus buildings, including Peter B. Lewis and the Tinkham Veale Student Center. These measures are in place to support the safety and well-being of our campus community.

**PLEASE NOTE: Students without their CWRU campus ID may be asked to sign-in at security. Please plan accordingly and contact your Program Director if you have issues with or have lost your CWRU ID.
May 2026 Graduates!
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 Musto Spring Virtual Career Fair
  • On Fri, Feb 20 the Musto Careers team is hosting a virtual recruiting event designed to connect top graduate candidates with the employers that hire them. Like other Musto events, this event will feature dozens of open internships and full-time positions from employers who target master’s degree candidates in business, analytics, and technology.
  • Registered candidates can research company information, review and apply for internships and full-time positions, and chat with participating recruiters.
  • After registering, please review preparation emails sent in advance of the event to know what to expect and how to be successful.
Case Western is sponsoring this event, which includes complimentary access for Weatherhead students. 
📌REGISTER HERE! use WSOM coupon code: WEATHERHEAD2526
Questions? Email Musto@MustoCareers.com

*Open to students enrolled in the full-time MBA and Specialty Masters programs.
Learning Support & Zoom Facilitation Assistant

BE AWARE OF HIRING SCAMS!

Sadly, recruitment season seems to bring out the scammers who reach out to you appearing to be from legitimate companies with legitimate offers. When in doubt, please reach out to the Center for Career Success or Weatherhead Career Management Office and we will be more than happy to do research to help assure your offer is legitimate. You can always reach us at: careers@case.edu or wsom-cmo@case.edu

Identifying a scam job offer or posting is crucial to protecting yourself from fraud. Please review THIS DOCUMENT for red flags to watch out for and how to protect yourself!

2026 IMPACT INVESTINGFowler Impact Investing COMPETITION

The Fowler Center is excited to announce the seventh annual Impact Investing Competition, taking place on February 20th, 2026, from 12:00 to 6:30 PM EST in the Peter B Lewis Building, Rooms 201 & 203. This event is open to all Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) students.

The competition offers students valuable opportunities to learn, network with experienced professionals, and collaborate to demonstrate their skills and innovative ideas. Participants will tackle real-world challenges, applying business skills while deepening their understanding of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Teams of three to five CWRU undergraduate or graduate students are invited to participate. Cash prizes will be awarded to top placing teams. 

To be eligible, students must complete and submit the ðŸ“Œregistration application by 11:59 PM EST on Monday, January 26th, 2026.

We look forward to your participation!

WWIB Career Fair PrepCareer Fair Prep with Women in Business

 

Wed, Jan 28 | 4 - 5:30 pm

Prepare for the upcoming Career Fair with Weatherhead Women in Business. Join us for practical tips on what to wear, what to bring, how to craft your elevator pitch, and speed resume reviews designed to help you make a confident first impression!

📌REGISTER HERE! 
https://cglink.me/2cS/r2275525 

FINANCE PATHWAY NETWORKING

Finance Networking Event


Fri, Feb 6 | 12 - 2:30 PM


This signature event brings together industry professionals, alumni, and students to explore career paths across corporate finance, banking, investments, fintech, and more.


It will be an incredible opportunity to gain real-world insights and build meaningful relationships.


📌REGISTER BY SCANNING THE QR CODE or CLICKING HERE!

Wednesday, January 21
1:00pm 4:00pm Mindful Activity Hour: Mini Canvas Painting Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 7:00pm HackCWRU: Engineering Registration Sears think[box]
4:00pm 5:00pm Let's Talk Drop-in Consultation Private Location (sign in to display)
5:00pm 6:00pm Pitch Playground Private Location (sign in to display)
5:30pm 6:30pm Spring 2026 Business for World Benefit Clinic- Info Session Online Event
6:00pm 7:00pm think[box] Application/Hiring Info Session Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Presentation Area
Thursday, January 22
2:00pm 3:00pm Let's Talk Drop-in Consultation Online Event
4:00pm 5:00pm Credit Scores & Reports: Understanding & Improving Your Score - Presented by PNC Online Event
5:00pm 6:00pm Harnessing Generative AI with Rockwell Automation Private Location (sign in to display)
Friday, January 23
12:45pm 2:00pm Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation, Featuring Anthony Jack - Think Forum Private Location (sign in to display)
1:00pm 2:00pm think[box] Application/Hiring Info Session Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Presentation Area
1:00pm 1:45pm Acquiring the Arts and Entertainment Floor 6 Large Conference Room, Sears think[box]
2:15pm 3:45pm SELP Conversation Hour Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 4:00pm Game Night Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm HackCWRU: Software Registration Private Location (sign in to display)
7:00pm 8:00pm HackCWRU: Opening Ceremony/ Kickoff! Private Location (sign in to display)
8:00pm 8:00pm Concert in a Day Private Location (sign in to display)
Saturday, January 24
12:00pm 1:00pm Introduction to Brain Computer Interfaces with NeurEx! Private Location (sign in to display)
1:30pm 3:30pm Moreland Connect Networking & Prompt Engineering Workshop Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm think[box] Application/Hiring Info Session Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Presentation Area
Monday, January 26
9:00am 9:00pm Spring Student Activities Fair 2026 TBD
4:00pm 5:00pm Exploratory Data Analysis in R Online Event
Tuesday, January 27
8:00am 11:30am WSOM Center for Family Business Program: Driving Sustainable Innovation for Future Generations - Tinkham Veale University Center - Ballroom
4:00pm 5:00pm RESCHEDULED: Advanced Prompt Engineering Online Event
6:00pm 7:00pm think[box] Application/Hiring Info Session Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Presentation Area
Wednesday, January 28
12:45pm 1:45pm English Conversation Hour Sears 315
2:00pm 3:00pm Wellness Wednesday: SNAP Benefits 101 Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:30pm WWIB Preparation for Career Fair Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm Let's Talk Drop-in Consultation Private Location (sign in to display)
6:00pm 7:00pm Sweet Treat Social Private Location (sign in to display)
Thursday, January 29
12:00pm 1:00pm Mental Health Ally Training Private Location (sign in to display)
12:00pm 12:50pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Online Conversation Hour through Zoom Online Event
4:30pm 5:30pm From Reaction to Resilience: A New Vision for Corporate Ethics & Compliance Private Location (sign in to display)
Friday, January 30
12:30pm 2:00pm OCEE Welcome Back Student Mixer Private Location (sign in to display)
1:00pm 1:45pm From Cleveland to the Pitch: Investing in an English Football Club Floor 6 Large Conference Room, Sears think[box]


INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS GRADUATING IN MAY 2026

Please complete the following form to submit your visa letter request for guests traveling to Cleveland for Commencement: 
📌2026 Visa Letter Request - Google Forms

Once submitted, you should receive your letter within 48 hours.

A separate form must be completed for each guest.

MEET THE REGISTRAR: Wendy Jelinek, MNO

Weatherhead graduate students are invited to contact the Weatherhead Registrar's Office for questions related to registration, course offerings and academic policies.


Director of Registrar Services
Registrar's Office
150 Peter B. Lewis Building
waj2@case.edu

 

SP26 Drop/Add Deadlines

  • Full-semester courses (“Regular Academic Session”) –
    1/23/26

  • Partial semester courses (“Dynamically Dated Session”) –
    Day before the first class meeting date

  • Virtual courses (“Virtual Session 1,” “Virtual Session 2,” or “Virtual Regular Session”)
    See deadlines posted in Online MBA Academic Calendar

Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar

Full-time MBA and Specialty Master's Programs follow the "Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar". 3-credit hour courses also follow this calendar.

Online & Professional MBA Academic Calendar

Weatherhead's Online and Part-Time/Professional MBA programs follow the "Online MBA Academic Calendar". This is a different academic calendar than the "Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar" above and may apply to 3-credit hour courses.

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