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Fall 2020

BW alum and entrepreneur launches unique eye makeup company

Kerri Butcher '05 launched Miné Stencils, a health-conscious, environmentally friendly beauty company.

This trifecta of BW grads is amazing

From undergraduate and graduate degrees to teaching, these sisters achieve goals in triplicate.

Innovation thrives among BW students

From phone cases to life-saving bracelets, BW's Center for Innovation and Growth (CIG) and LaunchNET provide support for student entrepreneurs.

BW Community Arts School earns national recognition for out-of-the-box arts education

A national grant award recognizes five innovative arts education programs across the country in the wake of pandemic restrictions.

Virtual Conferring of Degrees ceremony celebrates fall 2020 BW graduates

Every graduate was recognized by name during two live-streamed ceremonies on Saturday, December 12.

Pediatric cancer patient to nurse … BW alumnus returns to his second home

BW nursing alumnus Cody Shearrow '19 went from pediatric patient to becoming an RN at the same hospital that treated him 20-plus years ago.

BW grad earns fellowship with world-renowned NYC Medical Examiner's Office

It's the latest in a growing list of achievements for Dr. Kara Gawelik '14, a first generation BW graduate from Brunswick, Ohio.

Creativity, connection at heart of BW arts

BW's arts community is forging ahead with innovative and engaging student experiences that follow health safety protocols while showcasing...

New 'Yellow Jackets Java' is rocket fuel for BW seniors with financial need

A community partnership with Berea's Red Cedar Coffee Co. will benefit the "YJ4th Year Scholarship" fund.

BW entrepreneurs stand out in regional ideaLabs competition

Lesley Rudin '21 and Andrew Furio '20 won an award for designing a website that helps students find music schools that match their...

Anchoring local news is perfect job for BW broadcasting alumna

With skills gained from BW's student-run radio station and a Fox 8 internship, Madeline Carter '19 is anchoring NBC's KNDU Wake Up...

Man's best friend? BW research shows pet rejection can sting like human rebuff

Dr. Stephanie Rothman and her psychology students studied the phenomenon, and the findings were recently published.

BW Hive Design Group gives students real-world experience

The paid student-employees are part of the end-to-end process with clients from initial consultation to finished product.

Baldwin Wallace movement spurs increased campus election engagement

Jackets Engaged is not only working to boost voter participation but challenging students to stage engaged in civic life.

Polling connects BW faculty, students to worldwide election coverage

The BW Great Lakes Poll attracted international media attention and gave BW students a front-row seat to democracy in action.

Photography and film pave the way for BW grad's success

Cameron Dunbar '14 credits his stop motion film success to an array of opportunities at BW.

Baldwin Wallace MBA grad recognized for service and dedication

Delta Zeta sorority honored Corinne Saliba '14, MBA '18, with their 35 Under 35 award.

BW research into respiratory illness could lead to life-saving interventions

In the latest top-tier journal research, BW public health faculty conducted pioneering work that predicts hotspots for lower respiratory illness in...

Virtual production of 'Spring Awakening' breaks new ground at Baldwin Wallace

The show, shot guerrilla film-style on iPhones at more than 40 Northeast Ohio locations, begins streaming November 19.

Swiping out hunger is BW senior's goal

Erin Neff '21 is working with BW's Brain Center and Dining Services to bring the Swipe Out Hunger program to BW this fall.

BW awarded AmeriCorps grant to promote food security in Cleveland

BW students will support the effort and gain paid, hands-on experience in a public health community partnership.

New Poll: Swing states Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin lean Biden; Ohio a toss-up

BW Great Lakes Poll offers insights into voter sentiment in four key Midwest swing states.

From Brazil to BW to Broadway — her reach extends 4,800 miles

Though Isabella Schiavon '21 is taking classes remotely this semester from Brazil, the savvy student is still making her mark in a big way.

BW adds four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing major

BW's new undergraduate nursing major builds on the success of its post-baccalaureate BSN program with intensive coursework and clinical...

BW Alumni Merit Awards honor five for career and community accomplishments

The Alumni Merit Awards celebrate professional achievements and leadership as well as community and campus involvement.

Virtual NASA internship gives BW student extraordinary engagement

Computer science major Lucas Shalkhauser '21 spent the summer plotting outlines of communication between locations in the solar system.

BW in the glow of the prestigious Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards

Both speech-language pathology professor Chisomo Selemani and English major Ashtyn Morris '21 are featured in the 2020 celebration.

BW Poll: Biden leads Michigan and Wisconsin; tied with Trump in Ohio and Pennsylvania

The Baldwin Wallace University Great Lakes Poll surveyed likely voters on a variety of topics that may factor into the November election.

Stock highs eclipse lows for BW students managing real portfolio

The pandemic-fueled stock crash and rebound presented an opportunity to learn about the unpredictable nature of the markets.

US News Ranks BW Among the Best in the Midwest, Tops for Teaching, Social Mobility

For the 27th straight year, BW is among U.S. News & World Report's best colleges.

BW librarian earns statewide recognition for leadership and service

Laura D'Amato '93 is the recipient of two noteworthy awards in Ohio academic librarianship in 2020.

BW, an All Steinway School, now has a Steinway Artist

Steinway and Sons has bestowed upon keyboard professor Dr. Sungeun Kim the coveted title of "Steinway Artist."

BW business, health care MBA alumnus named CFO at Ohio hospice provider

Jeff Kovacs '99, MBA '10, was promoted from director of finance to CFO at Hospice of the Western Reserve.

BW cybersecurity professor named IT Educator of the Year

Professor Kenneth Atchinson was named IT Educator of the Year at the annual Greater Cleveland Partnership Best of Tech Awards.

BW begins an exciting new year

A time of BW tradition and excitement, Week of Welcome brought 670 first-year students and 110 transfer students to campus.

BW welcomes 2020 new faculty

One returning and five new full-time faculty members are joining the BW community this fall.

BW drops standardized test score requirement for merit scholarships

New approach gives applicants simplicity and certainty by basing merit scholarships solely on high school GPA.

BW coffee connoisseurs start venture with help from LaunchNET

A pair of BW grads have launched an entrepreneurial venture that delivers fresh coffee from local U.S. roasters right to your door.

Clock winds down, anticipation ramps up on countdown to fall 2020 at BW

With "BW Be Safe" plans and protocols in place, the fall 2020 semester is about to begin.

Under new management: Changes coming to BW campus stores

BW has entered into a management contract with Follett, one of the nation's largest operators of campus bookstores.

It's game-on for BW students to have fun, socialize this semester

BW has diverse and exciting co-curricular activities awaiting students this fall that combine fun with health safety protocols.

Union Home Mortgage supports new BW 'Career Studio' and Peer Career Mentors

The inaugural class of BW Peer Career Advisors will be trained and ready to hold office hours when the fall semester starts.

BW Voices: Faculty and staff offer expertise and insights during the pandemic

Outside the classroom, BW professors are widely quoted sources in news stories and commentary.

BW wins federal IDEAS grant to support innovative study abroad initiative

The grant will help support a multi-year, international service-learning partnership with Mission Guatemala's medical clinic.

Spring 2020

Knowlton STEM Center construction on track for early 2021 opening at BW

BW meets the growing demand in fields like data science and applied mathematics, computer and network security, and engineering.

Baldwin Wallace University launches new MBA in Sport Management

Recognizing the climate of challenge and change in the business of sport, BW offers an MBA in Sport Management starting in fall 2020.

BW chemistry grad, green clean advocate among 2020 Crain's Women of Note

In honoring Dr. Rebecca Korwin '95, the business weekly also highlighted the early influence of a BW chemistry professor.

Financial aid checkup: 4 questions framed by the pandemic

A BW expert offers advice for families to maximize financial aid, especially in the midst of change and uncertainty.

Summer internships bring BW students closer to career goals

Whether working remotely or on-site, BW students found ways this summer to intern and participate in programs that gave them important career skills.

Ingenuity brings new initiatives to BW arts

The Conservatory of Music and theatre are using creativity to combine health safety with outstanding learning and performance opportunities.

BW health advisory committee at forefront of safe return to campus

A group of BW leaders and medical experts has put together a comprehensive plan that focuses on a safe and successful return to campus.

BWcares: Extraordinary response to an unusual campaign

An outpouring of generosity resulted in final totals beyond original goals.

Baldwin Wallace and partners awarded national grant to advance health equity

As COVID-19 spotlights health disparities, a BW-led team is one of 20 nationwide to receive a 2020 Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge grant.

Charting the Path Forward on Racial Equity

A new Racial Equity Task Force begins work with the goal of creating a more inclusive, safe and respectful campus environment.

BW first in NEO with combined BS, master's program in speech-language pathology

BW's new integrated speech-language pathology program provides a seamless track for students to earn bachelor's and master's degrees...

BW Summer Scholars excel

Though COVID-19 brought a twist to this year's Summer Scholars program, the students involved found creative and scholarly ways to do their...

Baldwin Wallace names new dean of graduate studies and research

Dr. Swagata Banik will be responsible for the University's growing portfolio of graduate programs and sponsored research.

BW professor, students find trees talk at Cleveland Metroparks forest

With social distancing protocols in place, BW students conducted important field and lab research with BW biology professor Dr. Kathryn Flinn.

BW's student-run media earns regional and national recognition

Both The Exponent, BW's student-run newspaper, and WBWC 88.3 FM The STING earned national kudos this year.

Signs of the times: BW prepares campus for responsible return

Signs, plexiglass shields and a large supply of gold masks are part of preparations to resume on-campus living and learning in August.

New BW partnership certifies students in exercise oncology for cancer patients

The first university partnership with Maple Tree Cancer Alliance is expected to continue in the fall.

BW MBA alum's public art initiative helps create Black Lives Matter street mural

The latest graffiti art project led by Stamy Paul's nonprofit attracted dozens of artists, including another BW grad.

COVID-19 risk research by BW professor and student published in top-tier journals

The leading-edge study of risk modeling has already been cited by pandemic researchers around the world.

BW announces plans for fall return to campus; classes to start August 24

The framework prioritizes the safety of the BW community, while providing a quality campus learning and living experience.

Former BW Yellow Jacket pitcher Danny Cody '19 awaits return of MLB

While waiting to see if baseball will come back to the masses, Cody is navigating his way through his upended professional baseball career.

BW grad tackles pandemic-fueled food insecurity in NE Ohio

Kristen Glazer '10 and her colleagues at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank have seen exponential growth in need.

Five-way flexibility puts graduate business students in the driver's seat at BW

New options in course delivery, credentialing and more have transformed BW's MBA and graduate certificate programs.

'Start Something Summer Grind' inspires BW students to make a difference

The innovative program engages students in work that will not only build their resumes but also prepare them for the future.

BW students aim to flatten the COVID-19 curve

BW foreign language students provided valuable translation services to help Cleveland public health officials assist the Hispanic community.

BW grad 'builds' philanthropy on a large scale

Through his custom home building business, Jeff Crawford '96 helps kids in need locally and nationally.

Take a bow: BW celebrates 2019-20 student achievement

In and out of the classroom, from first-year students to graduating seniors, the BW learning community did noteworthy work in the 2019-20 academic...

Two BW grads awarded a Fulbright

Study abroad and other BW experiential learning opportunities helped Klementyna Pozniak and Jessica Villacres become Fulbright recipients.

BW student transfer process adds free course initiative, garners national praise

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society applauds BW's robust and meaningful support for transfer students, including free summer courses.

BW salutes more health care heroes

Across Northeast Ohio and beyond, BW alumni are in the fight to save lives and care for individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Life is more than straight A's for BW Class of 2020 top academic achiever

The 2020 winner of the Milton T. Baldwin Prize, BW's equivalent of valedictorian, did not travel an easy path to straight A's.

Celebrating the BW Class of 2020: Live stream ceremony confers degrees

BW's 170th Commencement ceremonies may be delayed, but graduates were recognized and celebrated online.

BW maker and marketer apply entrepreneurship skills to pandemic pivot

A business student and an arts management grad apply marketing and entrepreneurship skills to meet pandemic needs.

BW Poll: Ohioans trust Governor over White House, are cautious about lifting COVID-19 restrictions

New statewide Ohio survey shows 70% of Ohioans prioritize public health over the economy.

Billboard magazine names BW a top music business school

BW is featured on Billboard's "2020 Top Music Business Schools" list, citing BW's innovative courses, industry connections and...

BW health care programs at center of COVID-19

BW's nursing, physician assistant and public health programs are bringing leadership and expertise to Northeast Ohio's health care...

BW students create and pitch winning ideas for new 'STEM Femme Startup Week'

The program focused on the hard and soft professional skills female undergraduates need for internships and careers at STEM startups.

Baldwin Wallace community steps up to help neighbors in need

BW students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends work to make a difference in the communities they call home.

Round the clock crisis counselors now available to BW Students via ProtoCall

One of the nation's leading providers of behavioral health services by telephone offers crisis counseling 24/7.

Baldwin Wallace commended for excellence in inclusion, completion and outcomes

Strive for College applauds BW support for first-generation students with new recognition program.

New platform leverages BW community for career networking and mentoring

The Yellow Jackets Career Connections Network, powered by Wisr, is now open to all alumni, students, faculty and staff.

BW community at forefront of meeting COVID-19 health care needs

Master of Public Health student Sonja Kennick is one of many BW health care heroes at the front line of combating COVID-19.

Distance not disconnected: BW carries on with huge pivot to digital delivery

Campus community works to deliver online programs with BW's hallmark personal touch.

Strong support system helps BW alumna secure dream career

Gabriella Drago '19 was featured on the Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities' "OOD Works" podcast.

BW Survey Shows Midwest Voters with High Anxiety About Pandemic, High Approval For Governors Handling Crisis

New BW Great Lakes Poll surveys four key Midwest states in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

BW Master of Accountancy students top ethics competition for third straight year

Graduate accounting students demonstrate winning ethical and critical thinking under pressure.

BW adds music industry, music theatre direction majors

BW's Conservatory of Music is launching new majors in music industry and music theatre direction to prepare students for exciting careers in...

BW women's basketball advances to NCAA Sweet 16

A game-winning three-pointer brought sweet victory to the Yellow Jackets, who are heading to the next round of the NCAA tournament on March 13.

Baldwin Wallace maps out 2023 Strategic Plan with an eye on partnership

New strategic direction prepares students for excellence and positions BW as an essential partner in the economic growth of the region.

In a first, the 88th annual BW Bach Festival takes a new stage

Audiences will have the chance to experience the oldest collegiate Bach festival in the nation in a new light and on a new stage April 24-26.

BW alumnus discovers two 'lost' Ohio plant species

Local invasive species specialist Mark Warman '13 surprised local botanists with some major discoveries in Northeast Ohio.

Love was in the air at BW

On this Valentine's Day 2020, we celebrate the more than 2,000 alumni couples. Here are a few stories from YJ4Ls who found love at BW.

BW Cybersecurity Team earns top spot in CCDC Ohio Qualifier

The team will compete in the Midwest Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) in March.

Sports spectacle serves as BW sport management classroom

Super Bowl LIV in Miami offered students a learning experience like no other.

BW celebrates, strengthens ties with Fortune 500 employer Sherwin-Williams

More than 275 BW graduates are employed at the Cleveland headquarters of the global coatings industry giant.

BW alumna leads LGBTQ center, named a 2020 Most Interesting Person

LGBTQ advocate Phyllis "Seven" Harris '01 drives inclusion within the Cleveland nonprofit sector.

BW alumna is youngest business intelligence analyst at American Greetings

Coding knowledge and critical thinking skills helped Helen Nguyen '18 secure a position at one of the world's largest greeting card...

BW physics grad with an appetite for learning flourishes as a quality engineer

Kaitlin Sweany '13 credits skills gained at BW for her senior quality engineer position at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

Eye-opening results in new BW survey of voters in four key Midwest states

New Baldwin Wallace University Great Lakes Poll offers intriguing snapshot of voter views in Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

State announces new scholarship support for BW computer science students

Ohio is investing $725,000 in scholarships for BW students in a range of majors from cybersecurity to business information systems.

Baldwin Wallace launches 2020 poll to survey voters in four key Midwest states

The Great Lakes Poll will target Ohio and three Midwest states that were decided by tiny margins in the 2016 presidential election.

Critics and media heap more praise on BW Music Theatre

BW Music Theatre keeps racking up the recognition, including a raft of critics' awards for the staging of "Once."