About Thwing Center
Thwing Center, the student union of Case Western Reserve University, is located in the heart of campus. The award-winning facility represents many years of proud service to Case Western Reserve University students, faculty, alumni, and guests.
Thwing Center is named for Charles Franklin Thwing, a great advocate for students who served as President of Western Reserve University from 1890-1921. The building is a mixture of several architectural styles, including:
- The historic, home-like Thwing West. Formerly known as Hitchcock Hall, this section of Thwing was built in 1897.
- Thwing East, which features the historic Thwing Ballroom. Formerly known as Thwing Hall, this section was built in 1908.
- A modern atrium, which adjoined the two buildings in 1980
Student offices housed in Thwing Center include The Athenian (humor magazine), Case Reserve Review (literary magazine), Discussions (undergraduate research journal), Engineering and Science Review, The Observer (student newspaper), Retrospect (yearbook), Ignite Television, Media Board, Rock Bottom Commuter Lounge, University Program Board, and Undergraduate Student Government.
In addition, several university departments are located in Thwing, including the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning, the Flora Stone Mather Center for Women, the Student Activities and Leadership Office, Thwing Center Administrative Office, and University Printing Services.
The staff of Thwing Center strives to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment. The building is reserved by members of the Case community for meetings, conferences, dinners, lectures, weddings, and other special events.