But the real emphasis for the future of engineering will be in research. Therefore, a comprehensive review of the undergraduate and graduate programs was recently completed and steps are being taken to ensure that the School has resources that demonstrate the highest level of commitment for its research and educational programs. The Case School of Engineering has the framework from which to work. Departments such as biomedical engineering are nationally ranked. The average research dollars raised per faculty member are among the highest in the nation.
Case is on the cutting edge of new technologies in areas like microelectromechanical systems.
And with an inspiring new Dean, a vision statement has been created. The necessity for a fund raising campaign for The Case School of Engineering can be demonstrated through a review of School's new vision statement. This vision was created through a department by department review, therefore providing a grassroots ownership. It has been approved by CWRU's Board of Trustees and senior administration, CSE's Visiting Committee and faculty and by the Executive Committee of the Case Alumni Association. At the heart of this statement are two objectives.