Alumni News
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 280,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
Golden Flashes Skate the Night Away in Downtown ºìÐÓÊÓƵ
Feb. 1, 2023
What a night it was at this winter wonderland! Sparkling lights lit up the ice rink as alumni and friends glided by. An acapella group and the spirit of Golden Flashes added to the magic of this winter night.
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New Year, New Alumni Events!
Jan. 3, 2023
As the holidays come to an end and you settle back into your daily routine, you may be looking for fun in the coming months.
Read More »Marvin L. Logan Jr., ’15
Dec. 21, 2022
Marvin L. Logan Jr., ’15, knew at 13 years old that he wanted to run a nonprofit that would change lives and make communities stronger. As a ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State student, he developed his leadership skills as president of Undergraduate Student Government and Black United Students,…
Read More »Kathryn Tschiegg, ’92
Nov. 28, 2022
Kathryn Tschiegg, ’92, is the founder and executive director of Central American Medical Outreach (CAMO), a nondenominational, Christian-based, humanitarian organization that brings medical services, education and community development to Central America.
Read More »Julianna Medina Politsky, ’02
Oct. 31, 2022
Julianna Medina Politsky, ’02, harnesses Midwest grit to make a name for herself - and space for other women - in Hollywood
Read More »2022 Distinguished Teaching Award Recipients Celebrated at Oct. 21 Ceremony
Oct. 25, 2022
The Distinguished Teaching Award, sponsored by the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State Alumni Association, is presented to three faculty members who demonstrate extraordinary teaching in the classroom and a commitment to impacting the lives of students. This year marks the 56th class of Distinguished…
Read More »Brandon Lazenko, ’16
Oct. 3, 2022
Brandon Lazenko, ’16, found a way to provide an unusual opportunity for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State film students to learn outside of the classroom through his upcoming project, He and fellow ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State graduate Shelby…
Read More »Black Alumni Chapter Spotlight - Willard Jenkins, ’73
Sept. 26, 2022
A Lifelong Love of JazzºìÐÓÊÓƵ State graduate serves as artistic director of DC jazzfestSince his days as an undergraduate student at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ, one might say jazz has been the soundtrack of Willard Jenkins’, ’73, life.
Read More »The ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Association Inc. Announces the Following New Members for Its National Alumni Board of Directors
Aug. 31, 2022
The following new members have been appointed to serve on the National Alumni Board of Directors for a three-year term commencing July 1, 2022: Dennis Check, '85 Dennis Check, of Wadsworth, Ohio, is owner and president of Hasenstab Architects. He earned a Bachelor of…
Read More »Alexander Evans, BBA ’14, BS ’14, MBA ’15, M.GISc ’19
July 28, 2022
After more than two years of a global pandemic, most everyone knows what an epidemiologist does. Alexander (Alex) Evans, BBA ’14, BS ’14, MBA ’15, M.GISc ’19, an epidemiologist at Franklin County Public Health, spent the first 18 months of the pandemic on call, working seven-day…
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