Alaina Bartel

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As director of university communications, Alaina Bartel leads a team responsible for driving impactful university-wide communications at CWRU. 

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September in Cleveland is a time when the city begins to shift into fall. The air feels fresher, the trees start to change color, and the pace of the city invites you to step outside and explore.  Whether you’re looking to take a break from studying, enjoy a weekend adventure, or…
The semester may just be getting started, but Clevelanders know what’s coming: lake-effect snow, icy winds and the kind of cold that makes you rethink leaving your bed. Before winter takes over, savor the best flavors and outdoor vibes the city has to offer.  From seasonal scoops to…
Shrine to the Blessed Carlo Acutis Yesterday (Sept. 7) at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV officially canonized Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old computer enthusiast from Italy who died in 2006 and has since become known as the “patron saint of the…
Gap’s latest campaign starring the TikTok-born group Katseye and American Eagle’s denim ads with actress Sydney Sweeney may seem like they’re sending two very different messages—the latter incorporating a controversial message playing on the word “genes,” while the former leans into a TikTok…
With the fall semester now in motion, members of ӰƵ’s undergraduate Class of 2029 are settling into their new college lives. Before reaching this milestone, they spent a week preparing—unpacking in residence halls, joining the community at welcome events and…
There’s a new way to keep up with what’s happening at ӰƵ: the CWRU Newsroom. Created by University Marketing and Communications (UMC), the CWRU Newsroom brings together the latest stories from across campus in one central hub. From groundbreaking research…
From rooftop patios to hiking trails, members of the ӰƵ community have no shortage of favorite spots to soak in Cleveland’s best views.  In honor of World Photography Day (Aug. 19), we asked students, faculty and staff to share the places—both on and off…, The sun sets gently over the Solstice Steps in nearby Lakewood. Photo by Lex Ehrenschwender…
Whether you’re moving in this weekend and getting to know your new home, returning to ӰƵ for the fall semester or simply looking for fresh ideas as a faculty or staff member, Cleveland has plenty to offer—without draining your wallet.  From sandy shores and…
Associate Professor, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Case School of Engineering Member, Cancer Imaging Program, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center Area of Focus: Developing advanced materials and processes to separate f-elements (lanthanides and actinides) with…
Moving to college is more than just unpacking boxes—it’s the start of a whole new chapter. At ӰƵ, this year’s incoming students will fill campus with a mix of excitement and nerves as they arrive for move-in Aug. 17–18.  Few people know that energy better…