Case Western Reserve University - African American Alumni Association

08/22/2026

Classes start on Monday!

08/18/2026

Much success to you and your kingdom!

This week marks the 5th anniversary of the coronation of double CWRU alumnus Ogiamẹ Atuwatse III- The Olu of Warri—king of the Itsekiri people in Delta State, Nigeria.

In honor of the celebration, take a look back at his story about his time on campus, from CWRU Men's Soccer to taking the throne: https://brnw.ch/21x51gc

(Photo by Big H Studios)

07/31/2026

Join AAAA for these events at Homecoming ~ Oct 8-11
10.9 ~ Candlelight Vigil and Game Night
10.10 ~ Annual Planning Meeting (in-person or virtual)
10.10 ~ Awards Celebration
10.11 ~ Inspirational Breakfast
10.11 ~ Ebony Ball
Register at https://case.edu/alumni/events/homecoming

07/26/2026

The deadline is rapidly approaching. Who do you know who is committed to community, excellence, innovation, scholarship, and legacy? Maybe it's you!

AAAA will hold elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Directors-at-Large at its biennial membership meeting on Oct. 10. Please help us identify future leaders by making nominations, including self-nominations. Nominations must be received by July 30.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5qnBKYTjt-rNuUoU6YxQ-vCmSzxQ2UV8P8xJ6VMxGgc0T2Q/viewform

07/25/2026

So exciting for these young people. Staff member Matt Geis walked 56 miles in 24 hours—one mile for every year of NYSP—to raise the funds.

07/05/2026

Reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate. Join us for the African American Alumni Association events during Homecoming Weekend! This is the time to catch up with fellow CWRU Black alums.
When: Thurs-Sun, Oct. 8–11
Visit our website: https://case.edu/events/featured-events/homecoming to find out more information and to register.

06/30/2026

Please take a moment to nominate that rising star or dedicated servant for an African American Alumni Association award. The deadline is 11:59pm tonight.
https://case.edu/alumni/stay-involved/affinity-groups/african-american-alumni-association

06/24/2026

Please join us as we close out Black Music Month with Music on the Journey, Part II. You can register here for this free event.
https://community.case.edu/gcrelations/rsvp_boot?id=2280426

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

Celebrate freedom, resilience, and the enduring contributions of alumni by catching up on the latest African American Alumni Association newsletter. Inside this issue, you'll find a special message celebrating the Class of 2026, alumni updates, upcoming programs, and highlights from across our community.

Take a moment to read, reconnect, and stay engaged with all that's happening through AAAA. Be sure to request the recently released AAAA Business Directory so you support businesses owned by alumni.

https://view.communications.case.edu/?vawpToken=KA52XR4U2R6EBOZ45ER3O5UWBQ.100226