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1. This is Cleveland
2. Job & Internship Opportunities
3. Career Management Office
4. Fowler Center - ThinkImpact Applications Open!
5. Fall 2026 Electives Updates - NEW ELECTIVES ADDED!
6. MBA Program Updates - Wednesday Night Parking
7. CWRU Campus Groups Calendar of Events
8. Registrar's Office & WSOM Academic Calendar
9. Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar
10. Online & Professional MBA Academic Calendar
11. CWRU Student Resources
12. Newsletter Archives
13. Newsletter Submissions

Weatherhead Women in Business empowers local high school students through leadership symposium

The event brought together approximately 100 high school students for a day focused on leadership, confidence and future career pathways. During the symposium, the executive team from Weatherhead Women in Business led a senior session designed to support students as they prepare for college and begin considering their professional goals. 

“Our session focused on confidence, academic success, personal growth and navigating the transition from high school to college,” said Jules Dotson, president of the organization and a part-time MBA student at Case Western Reserve University. 

Throughout the session, the students shared personal experiences and practical advice about leadership, involvement on campus and building confidence in professional spaces. The event also gave local students an opportunity to ask questions about college life and connect directly with women pursuing careers and education in business. 

According to Dotson, the symposium aligned closely with the organization’s mission to support and empower women in leadership while creating meaningful connections within the broader Cleveland community. 

Members of the organization also created custom Weatherhead Women in Business stickers featuring both Weatherhead School of Management and university branding for attendees to take home as a reminder of the experience and their connection to the university. 

For the members involved, the event was equally impactful. By mentoring younger students and sharing their own journeys, the Women in Business team strengthened their own leadership and communication skills while demonstrating the importance of community engagement. 

The partnership highlighted Weatherhead’s continued commitment to supporting young women as they prepare for college, leadership opportunities and future careers. Through events like the Women’s Leadership Symposium, students are able to create lasting connections while encouraging the next generation to pursue their ambitions with confidence.

3 things to do in Cleveland in June

There’s something special about summer in Cleveland. The city comes alive for those lucky enough to experience it. From weekly gatherings such as Wade Oval Wednesdays to local festivals, summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors here in the CLE.

For  Case Western Reserve University students who have remained on campus for summer—and for faculty and staff—we’ve pulled together a few ideas of how to make the most of the month of June in the city.

This is just the start, though. Check the Destination Cleveland website for more ways to fill your summer nights.

Parade the Circle and Circle Village

June 13

One of Cleveland’s most iconic summer events takes place just steps from campus. On June 13, head over to Wade Oval to watch a vibrant display of creativity during Parade the Circle. During this event hosted by the Cleveland Museum of Art, members of the local community show their artistic talents by creating costumes, puppets and masks. 

This year’s theme is “momentum” and is a nod to the museum’s special exhibition, “American Printed Silks, 1927–1947.” The free parade will begin at noon. Learn more about what to expect at Parade the Circle.

The parade will coincide with University Circle’s Circle Village, which will begin at 10 a.m. It will feature interactive activities from local organizations.

Juneteenth Observance Celebration

June 22

Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to participate in Juneteenth Observance activities on campus Monday, June 22. Featuring food, music, performances, a marketplace and raffles, this event will honor the day in 1865 in which emancipation was fully realized in the United States.

All members of the campus community are invited to stop by the event from 12:30 to 4 p.m. in the Thwing Center ballroom.

This event will be hosted by the Office for Campus Enrichment and Engagement, along with the Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Division of Student Affairs, The Department of Human Resources and the School of Medicine.

View the CampusGroups event.

GRADUATE ASSISTANT for
GRADUATE ENGAGEMENT &
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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!

MGMT 495: Value Proposition Design & Market Judgment (3 credits)

FORMERLY TITLED "AMES Business Model"
Launching a startup is daunting. Creating a new business within an existing company can be just as difficult. In either case, succeeding takes vision, grit, and luck. However, innovators who can clearly describe how their business model is meant to create value, and test their assumptions, can significantly improve their chances of success. Value Proposition Design & Market Judgment is a hands-on course that teaches students how to build viable, durable early-stage ventures. Through experiential learning, students will break down the elements of value creation, identify and test the assumptions that distinguish success from failure, and apply market judgement to evaluate and accelerate promising innovations. Students will engage directly with innovators, entrepreneurs, and domain experts who will help bring key concepts to life. As the centerpiece of the course, students will advise and support entrepreneurs participating in an accelerator program - a partnership among Creative Destruction Labs, CWRU, and University Hospitals. Whether students aim to launch a startup or innovate within an existing organization, this course provinces a practical foundation for designing impactful, sustainable businesses.

PROFESSOR: Brandon Cornuke, Director of Innovation, University Hospitals Ventures

DAYS/DATES: Wednesdays | August 26 - December 2, 2026

TIME: 6:25 - 8:55 PM

ON-CAMPUS LOCATION: Peter B. Lewis 106

VIEW SYLLABUS HERE

*Non-MBA students interested in this class should speak with their Program Director to determine if this course is an approved elective for your program.

ORBH 462: Leadership and Winning: How Sports Teams are the Model for Family Business Success (1.5 credits)

Family businesses sit at the intersection of personal identity, family dynamics, and organizational performance. Effective leadership in these environments requires more than technical skill--it demands self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build strong teams and cultures across overlapping family and business systems. This course explores leadership in family enterprises by integrating core leadership competencies with an understanding of family systems to drive high-performing teams. Informed by the instructor's firsthand experience in multigenerational succession within a family business in the sports and entertainment industry, as well as his academic background and published work, the course blends theory with applied insight. Through case studies, assessments, and experiential exercises, students examine leadership styles, team dynamics, and culture as a long-term competitive advantage, with real-world examples from high-performing family-based organizations. Offered as ORBH 362 and ORBH 462.

PROFESSOR: Jim Rooney, Pittsburgh Steelers

DAYS/DATES: Thursdays | August 27 - October 8, 2026

TIME: 6:00 - 8:30 PM

ON-CAMPUS LOCATION: Peter B. Lewis  501

VIEW SYLLABUS HERE

*Non-MBA students interested in this class should speak with their Program Director to determine if this course is an approved elective for your program.

DESN 461: Building, Managing and Preserving Multi-Generational Wealth in the Family Business (1.5 credits)

This course provides family business owners, future leaders, and advisors with a comprehensive roadmap for ensuring the successful transition, stewardship, and unity of family enterprises across generations. Participants will explore the essentials of shareholder transition planning, estate and trust structures, and the impact of taxes on family wealth. The curriculum goes beyond technical knowledge, delving into the critical "family glue" factors--traditions, shared experiences, and communication--that sustain family harmony and commitment to the enterprise. Offered as DESN 361 and DESN 461.

PROFESSOR: Cindy Steeb, CLS Legacy Team

DAYS/DATES: Thursdays | October 15 - December 3, 2026

TIME: 6:00 - 8:30 PM

ON-CAMPUS LOCATION: Peter B. Lewis 501

*Non-MBA students interested in this class should speak with their Program Director to determine if this course is an approved elective for your program.

WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays Returns to University Circle for its 20th Anniversary!

For 20 years, Wade Oval has been the heartbeat of Cleveland summers. This year, University Circle Inc. (UCI) celebrates that milestone as WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays returns for its 20th Anniversary Season, bringing free live music, community, and celebration back to University Circle from June 17 through August 19, every Wednesday evening from 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Given the proximity of Wade Oval Circle to the Peter B. Lewis building, MBA students taking Wednesday night on-campus summer classes should plan accordingly for parking. This weekly event draws hundreds of community members and street parking will be difficult to find after 5:30 pm.

Here are a list of paid parking lots and garages that are within a short walk of PBL:

Lot 52A - Mistletoe Road Lot

Lot 79 - Undergraduate Admissions Visitor Lot

Lot 87 - Coffeehouse Visitor Lot

Lot 54 - Ford Drive Lot

Lot 41 - East 115/Euclid Lot

Lot 29 - Severance Hall

Students can also visit the CWRU Parking Services website to get more information about paid parking on-campus, including a summer parking permit.

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

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.