From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: February 4
Subject: February 4, 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.

May 2026 Graduates!


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.

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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
Interstride
Interstride Student Tickets

It’s time! Registration is officially open — and Interstride partner schools get free tickets.

The International Student Career Summit 2026 brings together students and alumni, career professionals, and employers for a full day of virtual sessions focused on U.S. job search strategies, visa and immigration options, and global opportunities.

Must register with a .edu email to claim a free ticket. ðŸ™Œ
 

📌Get My Free Career Summit Ticket

GRADUATE STAFF POSITIONS IN CWRU RESIDENCE LIFE

CWRU Residence Life

The Office of Residence Life at Case Western Reserve University is still accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Graduate Staff positions until February 11th!

Our Graduate Staff positions offer hands-on experience in managing residential communities, crisis response, program development, and student support. 

To learn more about the ARCD and GRD roles, please visit: https://case.edu/studentlife/residence/join-our-team/graduate-opportunities.

📌Applications & Recommendations due by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

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!

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!

WWIB’s Dates with Exec is Happening!Dates with Execs


With most of our exec board graduating this spring, your era could be next. Come hang out, ask questions, and learn how you can get involved as a student leader. Positions are open to both graduate and undergraduate students!
 

Join us on Feb 8th from 5–7 PM in Guilford House Dining Parlor. Come solo or bring your bestie because there will also be friendship bracelet making as well as a Photo Booth.
 

📌Register Here: 
https://cglink.me/2cS/r2276676 

Apply for the GBSA Executive Board!

GBSA Exec Board ApplicationsWant leadership experience and access to important networking opportunities? Apply to be on the 2026-2027 GBSA Executive Board!

Applicants are expected to review the GBSA Executive Board Roles and Responsibilities document prior to applying and understand the responsibilities and time commitment associated with each role.

President and Executive Vice President candidates will run together as a ticket.

As outlined in GBSA governance guidelines, all applicants are required to meet with the current position holder prior to applying. See the roles and responsibilities for the current exec's emails. 

📌Applications are due February 13th!

Case Concert Choir Choral Spectrum Concert

Fri, Feb 20th | 7:30pm | Maltz Performing Arts Center

Choral Spectrum Concert

Wednesday, February 4
Start End   Event         Location
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)
5:30pm 7:00pm GSC General Assembly Private Location (sign in to display)
6:00pm 7:00pm Chamber Music in the Atrium: Baroque Chamber Ensembles Private Location (sign in to display)
Thursday, February 5
12:00pm 12:50pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Online Conversation Hour through Zoom Online Event
1:00pm 2:00pm Individual Development Plan Workshop - Part 1 Private Location (sign in to display)
2:00pm 4:00pm Hands-Only CPR Course Veale Center, 2nd floor Multipurpose Room
Friday, February 6
12:00pm 2:30pm Finance Pathways Networking Event Private Location (sign in to display)
1:00pm 1:45pm From think[box] to Y Combinator: A Case Western Reserve Startup Journey Floor 6 Large Conference Room, Sears think[box]
2:15pm 3:45pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Friday Conversation Hour Private Location (sign in to display)
Saturday, February 7
12:00pm 3:00pm Bicentennial Birthday Party Tinkham Veale University Center
Monday, February 9
5:00pm 6:00pm ENTP THINKFast Private Location (sign in to display)
6:00pm 7:00pm Q+A with Controller of Eaton (Adam Wadecki) Private Location (sign in to display)
Tuesday, February 10
9:00am 11:00am Hands-Only CPR Course Tinkham Veale University Center, Senior Classroom, Room 134
12:00pm 1:00pm Mental Health Ally Training Private Location (sign in to display)
7:00pm 9:30pm Salsa & Bachata Lessons Spring '26 Private Location (sign in to display)
Wednesday, February 11
9:00am 11:30am Small Business Vendor Workshop Tinkham Veale University Center- Senior Classroom
11:30am 1:30pm Engage Cleveland! Lunch with Leaders Private Location (sign in to display)
12:00pm 6:00pm Small Business Expo Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 5:00pm Adults & Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED Tinkham Veale University Center, Student Organization Center

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”) –
    Deadline was 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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