A key to your success as a Case Western Reserve student is the team of people surrounding you. You will have several people designated to be a resource to you, not only as you begin your experience, but throughout your time at Case Â鶹ӳ».
The Office of International Student Resources and Engagement (OISRE) at Case Â鶹ӳ» is here to assist with your needs and help make connections to your campus community. Specifically as an exchange student, Yassine Echcherki, associate director of the Office of International Student Resources and Engagement, is your main point of contact both prior to your arrival and during your time at CWRU.
Your library advisor: Your library advisor can guide you through library services, keep you informed Â鶹ӳ» resources and programs, answer questions Â鶹ӳ» library policies and procedures, provide research assistance and develop search strategies, all throughout the year.
Your orientation leaders: During Discover Week—your Case Western Reserve orientation—you will meet many orientation leaders (OLs), who will be your specific guides throughout orientation and beyond. Orientation leaders are a welcoming group of current Case Western Reserve students ready to be a resource, guide and friend as you start your experience.
Your residential community director: Your residential community director (RCD) is a trained professional, living in your residential community, available to you 24/7 for personal and academic assistance. Your RCD provides comprehensive leadership and support for your residential community and actively manages the learning experience at both the community and individual level, monitoring and supporting your academic, social and personal development throughout your first year.
Your resident assistant: Resident assistants (RAs) are Case Western Reserve students who live in the residential communities and work in teams to provide support. The primary focus of an RA is to promote a community that feels safe, is focused on learning, and is inclusive and respectful of all members.