College of Arts and Sciences
Interdisciplinary research, collaboratives and achievements define the ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ ’ community—across countless disciplines. From literary awards and scientific discoveries to stories of social impact and student innovation, the College of Arts and Sciences is where bold ideas become newsworthy moments.
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Frogs use day length to cue winter prep even when temperatures don’t get colder, according to new research from ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ
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October 08, 2025
Frogs use day length to cue winter prep even when temperatures don’t get colder, according to new research from ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ
October 07, 2025
The University Program Board (UPB) brings large-scale events such as the Back to School Bash to life each year, with a team of students making it all happen. One such student is Harini Ganapathy, a fourth-year student double-majoring in neuroscience and psychology and vice president of…
October 03, 2025
When you consider abstract art, your mind likely conjures images of works by Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Piet Mondrian: bold shapes, swaths of vibrant colors and innovative techniques. However, an international team of art historians is challenging that perception with their research on…
October 01, 2025
Emilia Sanz-Rios Fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in Biology and Sociology at CWRU Undergraduate Research Student at Atit Lab Area of Focus: Skin Fibrosis A chance encounter during a first-year biology laboratory course opened up a world of opportunities for Emilia…
September 30, 2025
Malcolm Miller came to ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ with a clear vision of what he wanted to accomplish: making a difference through social justice. As he begins his final year as an undergraduate on campus, he’s already done just that—and is equipped with the experiences and skills to continue…
September 29, 2025
As inaugural executive director of the Sara and Curt Moll Institute for Mental Health and Well-Being, Norah Feeny hopes to establish the institute as a world-class program to address the growing mental health crisis, particularly within and beyond Northeast Ohio. Through innovative research,…
September 26, 2025
From working in nursing at Cleveland Clinic to studying the impact of violence among youth, individuals of Hispanic heritage are engaged with countless facets of ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ. In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place annually from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15,…
September 22, 2025
Tariffs have been a fixture of the news cycle in 2025, as the Trump administration has moved to implement taxes on imported goods. A matter of foreign and economic importance, tariffs have a range of effects on the economy as a whole and for the average American consumer. Beyond the economic…
September 16, 2025
Dhoopshikha Basgeet arrived at ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ in the fall of 2022 from Mauritius, a small island country in the Indian Ocean, unsure of how she would be able to adjust to the unfamiliar environment. Initially drawn to CWRU for its strong interdisciplinary opportunities that…
September 15, 2025
Are you a faculty member who is curious about personal and professional growth? Do you want to deepen your connections with others across campus? Those at ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ are invited to participate in Gestalt Experience Weekend, an opportunity to foster interpersonal connections…