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Leader's Fight With Imposter Syndrome Continues Even After Success
First-generation graduate reflects on obstacles, successes as his leadership journey comes full circle.
Honors College Students Utilize the Academic Success Center
College can be a stressful time for students, and some even feel like they are on their own when navigating their grades and schoolwork. The Academic Success Center (ASC) at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ is a resource for students seeking the tools necessary to reach their academic goals. All ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State Uni…
IN A FLASH: A Community of Explorers
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State's University College helps students decide on the degree program — and career path — that's right for them.
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State and KeyBank Foundation to Continue Key Connections Program for Underserved Students
KeyBank Foundation has awarded a new $200,000 gift to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ to continue KeyBank Foundation’s support for the successful Key Connections program offered by University College at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State. The Key Connections program will continue to support student success initiatives for underserved students, including first-generation students and students from limited income backgrounds who will enroll in Fall Semester 2022.
Team LeBron Will Play for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s I Promise Scholars in 2022 NBA All-Star Game
Team LeBron will be playing for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s I Promise Scholars, a program that provides higher education opportunities for underserved students in Northeast Ohio.
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Reaches Record Graduation Rate, Boasting Highest Graduation Rate in Northern Ohio
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s current graduation rate is the highest among public universities in Northeast Ohio and fifth highest among all of Ohio’s public universities, behind Ohio State, Miami, the University of Cincinnati and Ohio University. In northern Ohio, the graduation rates of other public universities range from 40 to 55 percent.
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s Exploratory Program Receives National Recognition
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Exploratory Program in University College has been awarded two prestigious national awards for its work with exploratory students.
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Recognized Nationally for Programs to Assist Students First in Their Families to Attend College
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ has been designated as a First-gen Forward Institution by the Center for First-generation Student Success for its commitment to improving the experiences and advancing outcomes of those who are first in their families to attend college.
Changing Families and Futures: ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State Receives Five-Year Grant Renewal for TRIO Student Support Services Program
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded ºìÐÓÊÓƵ a $2.6 million, five-year TRIO Student Support Services program grant. The program serves students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds and students with diverse learning and physical abilities.
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State Holds Flashes Fight Hunger Contactless Food Drive on Aug. 26
Among the festivities marking the beginning of this unconventional semester, one ºìÐÓÊÓƵ office is partnering with Portage County social service agencies to host a contactless food drive to collect items that will support members of campus and local communities. The Flashes Fighting Hunger Contactless Food Drive, organized by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s Community Engaged Learning, will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 4-8 p.m.