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For generations, Black Americans have stood at the forefront of shaping history, breaking barriers and driving progress in every facet of society—from civil rights and politics to science and the arts. And throughout February, individuals are encouraged to recognize the achievements, resilience and…

Melody Stewart, JD, PhD (GRS '08, social welfare), will become a member of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections after winning 64% of the vote from the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party’s executive committee. She is expected to begin her term on March 5, following final approval from Secretary of…

Across our campus, women working and studying in science are responsible for groundbreaking research, innovative discoveries and transformative education. In areas as diverse as engineering, cognitive science, healthcare and patent law, these role models are pushing boundaries and inspiring the…

Meechie Poston, a PhD student in social welfare, will present their poster at the 41st annual National Organization of Forensic Social Work (NOFSW) annual conference this spring. Poston will give a poster presentation on a literature review of the available research regarding housing modality…

Super Bowl commercials have long been a cultural phenomenon, sparking conversations, laughter and even debate on social media in real time. But as technology and consumer habits evolve, so too do advertisers’ strategies. On Sunday (Feb. 9), this tradition will continue as millions worldwide tune in…

Each year, �Ӱ���Ƶ honors Martin Luther King Jr.—the holiday, the man, the legend—with a celebration that includes a range of activities: workshops, films, panel discussions and acclaimed speakers. All members of the university and the community at large are invited to…

Happy February! February is traditionally Black History Month in the United States, and while naming specific months to focus on the history of discrete populations is wrought with conflict, I feel like we benefit as a whole from recognizing that we (humans) have constructed race as well as other…

A formative experience in field education Scott Wilkes called his field director from a phone booth on Broadway Avenue in uptown New York, not far from the Columbia University campus where he was getting his MSW. He was struggling in his field placement at Misericordia Hospital in the Bronx.…

Vera Tobin Whether solving a crossword, tackling a Sudoku or completing a jigsaw puzzle, engaging with brain teasers allows many to sharpen their minds by challenging them to think critically, solve problems and recognize patterns. To piece together some cognitive impacts of puzzles, The…

Splitting his time between the court and the classroom, Christian McDaniel is a graduate student-athlete chasing victories in both basketball and social work, driven by a passion for teamwork and community impact. 🏀 Learn more about McDaniel's experience as a Spartan in this segment from CWRU…