Physics and Political Science Department Reunions 2024

The College of Arts and Science will host Physics and Political Science alumni at the second Specialty Department Reunion during Case Western Reserve University’s 2024
Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Nov. 14–17! We look forward
to celebrating the many accomplishments of the departments’ faculty, alumni, students, and friends. 

Below are the events for the Departments of Physics and Political Science. For your convenience, we have created a printer-friendly schedule of events for Physics and Political Science.

Thursday, November 14th

Physics Department Welcome Reception | Rockefeller 2nd Floor – AA Michelson Lounge & Conference Room (Rock 219) and the Leslie L. Foldy Conference Room (Rock 221), 3-4 pm
Join physics alumni, faculty & students for a casual reception to kick off the weekend.

Physics Department Research “Slam” |Rockefeller 301, 4-5 pm
Join us for a collection of brief, lively research presentations from the Department of Physics faculty.

Blue Bash |Thwing Center, 7-9 pm
Join the university-wide celebration the marks the start of homecoming weekend.

Friday, November 15th

State of the College of Arts and Sciences | Tinkham Veale University Center, Senior Classroom, 10-11 am
Interim Dean Peter Whiting will share an update on the college and future plans.

Alumni Association Luncheon | Tinkham Veale University Center, Ballroom, 11:30-1 pm
University-wide luncheon honoring this year’s CWRU alumni award winners.

Physics and Beyond Panel and Discussion | Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Community Studies Center, 2-3 pm
Join a lively talk on all the places a degree in physics has taken our alumni.

Alumni and Student Reception | George S. Dively Building, 3-4 pm
Keep the conversation going during a reception with students and fellow alumni.

Celebrating Case Women in STEM |Sears think[box], 3-5 pm
Women in STEM from CWRU and its predecessor schools will share their experiences.

IGNITE: A Celebration of Leadership and Philanthropy at the College of Arts and Sciences | Glidden House, Juniper Room, 5:30-7:30 pm
An evening to celebrate our donors and alumni who make the college all that it is. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, music, and friends, and a chance to celebrate this year’s College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

Saturday, November 16th

Physics Department Tours and Buffet Brunch | Rockefeller Building, 10-12 am
An open house of Rockefeller that will include historical photos and materials, research posters, student-led lab tours, and of course faculty “office hours.”

Case Alumni Association All-Class Reunion Lunch | Tomlinson Hall, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Case Alumni Association welcomes Physics grads for lunch ahead of the big game.

Sears think[box] Open House | Richey Mixon Building (enter Veale Center), 12:30-1 pm
Sign up to get a tour of the Sears think[box] and see the seven-story innovation center and cutting-edge makerspace.

Homecoming Football Game | DiSanto Field, 1:30 pm
Cheer on the CWRU Spartans as they take on the Carnegie Mellon University Tartans.

Student-led tours of the Cleveland Museum of Art | Cleveland Museum of Art, 3-4 pm
Graduate art students will offer curated tours of this world-class art museum and CWRU partner institution.

Explore all that CLE has to offer, Evening
We’ll share a list of restaurants and attractions to round out your weekend in town.

 

Thursday, November 14th

Chair’s Welcome and Department Reception | George S. Dively Building, 4-5:15 pm
Join fellow alumni and faculty to kick off the weekend’s events and hear from Department Chair Elliot Posner about what’s new in the department.

Student Senior Capstone Project Presentations | George S. Dively Building, 5:30-6:30 pm
Political Science students present their capstone research projects.

Capstone Celebration Buffet Dinner |George S. Dively Building, 6:30-7:30 pm
Join faculty and students for an informal buffet dinner to celebrate the completion of their capstones.

Blue Bash |Thwing Center, 7-9 pm
Join the university-wide celebration the marks the start of homecoming weekend.

Friday, November 15th

State of the College of Arts and Sciences | Tinkham Veale University Center, Senior Classroom, 10-11 am
Interim Dean Peter Whiting will share an update on the college and future plans.

Alumni Association Luncheon | Tinkham Veale University Center, Ballroom, 11:30-1 pm
University-wide luncheon honoring this year’s CWRU alumni award winners.

Political Science Panel and Discussion | George S. Dively Building, 2-3 pm
Join fellow alumni, students and faculty to talk about the politics of the day.

Alumni and Student Reception | George S. Dively Building, 3-4 pm
Keep the conversation going during a reception with students and fellow alumni.

IGNITE: A Celebration of Leadership and Philanthropy at the College of Arts and Sciences | Glidden House, Juniper Room, 5:30-7:30 pm
An evening to celebrate our donors and alumni who make the college all that it is. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, music, and friends, and a chance to celebrate this year’s College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

Saturday, November 16th

Explore all that CLE has to offer, Morning
We’ll share a list of restaurants and attractions to round out your weekend in town.

Homecoming Football Game | DiSanto Field, 1:30 pm
Cheer on the CWRU Spartans as they take on the Carnegie Mellon University Tartans.

Student-led tours of the Cleveland Museum of Art | Cleveland Museum of Art, 3-4 pm
Graduate art students will offer curated tours of this world-class art museum and CWRU partner institution.

Cocktail Party | Private residence, address provided after registration, 4-6 pm
Join faculty and fellow alumni to toast the department and its future!

Questions? Email collegesupport@cwru.edu.