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Shanghai - Port of Last Resort
Friday, May 8th from 10 - 11:30 am
Join Siegal Lifelong Learning for a lecture with Eric Kisch From the mid-1930s to 1941, the city of Shanghai became a last refuge for thousands of Jews fleeing Nazi terror. It was the only port in the world that did not require an entry visa. Approximately 20,000 European refugees found shelter there and survived the Holocaust, among them Eric Kisch and his parents. Drawing on family documents and photographs, Eric illuminates a dramatic and, until recently, little-known chapter of Jewish history—a time of profound despair for adults, yet an unexpectedly formative and even adventurous experience for many who lived through it as children and adolescents.
CITY CLUB OF CLEVELAND Strengthening the Transatlantic Partnership in Turbulent Times
May 8th from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
CCWA is proud to be a community partner for the City Club of Cleveland's upcoming forum featuring Dr. Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer, President and CEO of the German Marshall Fund (GMF). The GMF is a nonpartisan organization that for over five decades has worked to strengthen the transatlantic partnership and prepare it for the challenges of the 21st century. Dr. Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer will share how her expertise has shaped governments, businesses, and international institutions across the Atlantic approach defense, diplomacy, and geoeconomics.
Call for Submissions for Jewish American Heritage Month
Submit by Friday, May 8th
Case Western Reserve University is home to incredible Jewish American students, faculty and staff—each with their own inspiring story to tell. Jewish American Heritage Month is celebrated annually in May. As in past years, we want to put a spotlight on members of the university community who are of Jewish American heritage.
CANADA-UNITED STATES LAW INSTITUTE Anniversary Conference: The Future of Canada-United States Relations
Monday, May 11th from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
The Canada – United States relationship has come under stress recently and there are numerous opinions and perspectives on where it is headed. As a result, the Canada – United States Law Institute, which is celebrating 50 years of insight and analysis of the policy and legal issues facing Canada and the United States, will dedicate its annual conference to exploring The Future of Canada-United States Relations.
Latine Celebration
Sat., May 16th from 5 - 7 pm in Thwing Ballroom
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! La Alianza will be hosting our Latine Celebration once again this year, and we would love to see you all there. Guest tickets are free, while graduates may purchase a $20 ticket to cover the cost of the stole and shipping. After purchasing a graduate ticket, you will soon receive a form that must be completed in order to participate as a graduate and select your stole information. We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with you! Food Provided.
Tipping the Scales: An Emergent India on the World Stage
Wed., May 20th at 6:00 pm
DR RAJ AND KAREN AGGARWAL FOREIGN POLICY FORUM: How will South Asia’s dominant power position themselves on the world stage as they rise to prominence? What should we expect from U.S.-India relations moving forward, particularly as it relates to the great power competition with China? Akriti Kalyankar will share her analysis surrounding India's foreign policy.
Young Professionals Spring Social Networking Opportunity
Thursday, May 21st starting at 5:30 pm
CCWA’s Carter E. Strang Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC) invites you to join us for an evening of networking with other globally-minded young professionals! This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your network and learn more about the opportunities that CCWA has for young professionals.
Cleveland Council on World Affairs:Navigating Trade Policy
Registration closes Tues., May 26th
CCWA is partnering with world-renowned think tank and executive education provider, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), to provide a 1 ½ day in-person executive education opportunity in Cleveland June 25-26, 2026.
Young Professionals Advisory Committee (PAC) Applications
Application submissions due by Sunday, May 31st
YPAC provides young professionals in Cleveland with the opportunity to grow their understanding of world events and U.S. foreign policy, develop relationships with subject matter experts and leaders in the Cleveland community, and network with other young professionals with similar interests. YPAC members also advise the CCWA team on programming and priorities, including outreach to other young professionals in Northeast Ohio, and serve as community ambassadors for CCWA and its programs.
YPAC is open to young professionals and students aged 21-35 based in Northeast Ohio. Each YPAC term is for two years, and members can renew until they reach 35. YPAC members must become a Global Citizen or student member of CCWA; commit to attending YPAC meetings and events; and be ready to represent CCWA at other events and in the community. Click here to learn more about the program and how to apply. Selection of the YPAC class of 2026-2028 will be announced in June 2026.
Global Ambassadors Debrief and Impact Session
Tuesday, June 23rd at 5:30 pm
CCWA invites you to join the Global Ambassadors Debrief and Impact Session in June. As this year’s program wraps up, the 2025-2026 Global Ambassadors look forward to sharing the program's impact on their work, leadership development, and inspiration they have gained as a part of this program. This event is free of charge, but advance registration is required.
Great Institutions of Cleveland: Debate, Discussion & Free Speech
Wed., July 15th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Case Western Reserve University
Join the Cleveland Council on Work Affairs Marti Flacks and other leaders from Cleveland’s treasured Debate, Discussion & Free Speech organizations. Moderated by John Grabowski, each session will explore the founding purpose of these organizations, their impact on the community, and how their missions and programming have evolved to meet the interests of today’s audiences.
Remote Summer Art History Course
Summer 2026
ARTH 101 Art History will be offered remotely from June 1st - July 7th with instructor Samantha Truman. An introductory course exploring the visual cultures of the ancient and medieval Mediterranean, Mesoamerica, Africa, and Asia up to 1400.
Virtual Summer Spanish Course
Summer 2026
Do you want to brush up on Spanish? Or get a head start in your Spanish studies? Consider taking SPAN 101 this summer. The class will meet virtually Mondays through Thursdays 10:30 am -1:25 pm, starting July 8th - August 4th. For additional information please contact Clara Lipszyc at cgl12@case.edu.
Learn Portuguese
Fall 2026
Portuguese is the 5th most spoken language in the world and Fall of 2026 two PORT courses are being offered: PORT 101 (for beginners) and PORT 201 (Intermediate Portuguese). These courses emphasize conversation skills as students learn about the culture, history, traditions, geography, and politics of lusophone countries. For more information please contact Clara Lipszyc at cgl12@case.edu.
Russian Course
Fall 2026
The Russian language is the primary language of the 150 million citizens of the Russian Federation and is the native language of approximately 30 million people in the world. It is a key that opens one of the most important economic, political, and cultural areas of the world.
Silver, Gold, and Gems: A Spotlight on Jewelry Across Africa
Now through Sunday, December 6th, 2026 at the Cleveland Museum of Art
For the first time, view a permanent display of gold and silver jewelry from across the African continent on view in the collection galleries of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Admire a selection of glittering ornaments from the Akan states of West Africa, shimmering gemstones from the Maghreb region, hair accessories from ancient Egypt in Northern Africa, and the bold silver of five recently gifted Ethiopian necklaces from East Africa. Spanning thousands of years, these works testify to the depth of African creativity, the skill of jewelers on the continent, and the eternal human desire for adornment.
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