Dean’s Message

Dear alumni and friends of the Case School of Engineering,

There is much to celebrate this fall. Personally, I’m marking my first year as dean of the Case School of Engineering. And as an institution, we’re getting ready for one of the most exciting weekends on any academic calendar — homecoming.

I may have been new to campus when I attended my first Case Western Reserve homecoming last year, but I already felt like a warmly welcomed part of this incredible community of innovators. I’m honored to have the opportunity to once again invite you back to campus to celebrate our achievements and explore today’s Case School of Engineering.

Meeting and talking with our fascinating alumni is a highlight of my job as dean. It’s been my pleasure and privilege to get to know many of you over the last year, and your stories about your experiences at Case Western Reserve have helped me get to know the campus even better. Understanding our institution’s rich history is a key part in building its future, and I’m eager to keep listening.

I’m looking forward to kicking off this year’s homecoming festivities with more of these great conversations at the annual Coffee and Chat with the Dean on the morning of Oct. 11, and continuing them throughout the weekend. You’ve made me feel so welcome as dean, and I’m pleased to welcome you back to Case Western Reserve to celebrate this October.

Best Regards, Venkataramanan “Ragu” Balakrishnan Charles H. Phipps Dean, Case School of Engineering