Alumni
U.S. Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, ’07, Strives to Deliver Meaningful, Bipartisan Results for the People of Ohio’s 13th District
In 2022, U.S. Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, ’07, became the first Black person elected to represent Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. For eight years, Sykes served as the state representative for House District 34, including three years as the leader of the Ohio House Democratic Caucus. Now serv…
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Soundly Surpasses Fundraising Goal for Student Scholarship Support Within Its Comprehensive Campaign
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University will be equipped to offer more financial assistance to students in need thanks to donors to a key area of the university’s ongoing comprehensive fundraising campaign. The Forever Brighter campaign includes a scholarship-support component, Prioritizing Student Success, that now stands at $142 million, surpassing the $100 million goal set at the campaign’s outset in October 2021.
A Match Made in Honors
Abigail Wilsbacher just began her freshman year at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University this past fall, but she has been immersed in Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State nearly her entire life. In 1997, her parents met as Honors College students at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State and now in 2023, Abigail continues the legacy as an Honors student. Abig…
Golden Flashes Skate the Night Away in Downtown Ñý¼§Ö±²¥
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.
IN A FLASH: Flashes on Ice
Flashes can enjoy a number of fun, winter activities in January and February.
New Year, New Alumni Events!
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.
Marvin L. Logan Jr., ’15
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 Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State student, he developed his leadership skills as president of Undergraduate Student Government and Black United Students, competed as a student-athlete and honed his storytelling craft through student media. Seven years after graduating, he’s living his childhood dream and inspiring other children to dream big as well.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies
The Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University alumni family grew by more than 2,500 new graduates as the university held its fall Commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2022 were recognized with in-person ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 17.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises $3.6 Million for Scholarships and Programs
This November, members of the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University community joined together to shine their light on philanthropy. During the November campaign, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Giving Tuesday raised $3.6 million, marking the sixth year it has brought in more than $1 million to support scholarships and programs across Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s eight-campus system.
Kathryn Tschiegg, ’92
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.
