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Education Abroad Galapagos Islands.

IN A FLASH: Chasing Darwin

This summer, a group of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State students enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime education-abroad experience in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. 

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Fashion designer Christian Siriano meets with Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State School of Fashion students.

Christian Siriano: ‘Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Interns Are Always Amazing’

Acclaimed New York fashion designer Christian Siriano told Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University School of Fashion students to practice their craft with dedication, accept criticism and learn from it, but to remember that they will never please everyone.

Tags: Student Life , Nationally Distinctive , School of Fashion , Arts & Culture

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A new Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University graduate smiles as she holds her diploma during her commencement ceremony. (Photo credit: Bob Christy, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University)

Cheers to the Summer Class of 2025: Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Celebrates New Graduates

The Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates from its eight-campus system across Ohio as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2025 will be recognized with a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9. 

Tags: University News , Commencement , Student Life

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The fountain at the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Student Memorial Garden.

IN A FLASH: A Place of Quiet Contemplation

Dedicated in April 2015, The Student Memorial Garden on Manchester Field was created as a place of reflection and remembrance of all Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State students who have died. 

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Copley High School senior Grant Hyne used his Eagle Service Project to add a Hammock Hangout to campus.

Eagle Scout Project Provides Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Students a Place to Hang Out

Copley High School senior Grant Hyne developed Hammock Hangout on the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ Campus as part of an Eagle Scout service project.

Tags: Student Life , Community & Society

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ESDRI Research Showcase

IN A FLASH: The Halls of Science

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Annual Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase offers an opportunity for student researchers to present posters showcasing their explorations and findings in all areas of environmental research and design. 

Tags: Environmental Science and Design Research Institute , Department of Biological Sciences , Research & Science , Earth Day , Student Life , In a Flash

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Ethan Wenk, senior engineering technology major in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, had the opportunity to participate in the SURE program.

Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Prepares Students for Their Future Careers

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience is a great opportunity for undergraduate researchers such as Ethan Wenk to work directly with a faculty mentor, gain valuable experience to clarify career and educational goals, enhance research skills and gain academic insight.

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The Top Names in the Golden Flashes Class of 2025

Find out which first names were repeated most frequently at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s spring commencement ceremonies in 2025 and which names topped the list against national trends. 

Tags: Student Life , Community Impact , Commencement

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International Student and Scholar Services Summer Luncheon

IN A FLASH: Coming Together From Around The World

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's International Student and Scholar Services, with the Office of Global Education, invited the university's international students and their families to come together at summer luncheon on campus. 

Tags: Global Education , Global Education , Student Life , Global Reach , In a Flash

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John Comi graduated from Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State in May 2025 with a degree in emerging media and technology.

Honors College Offered Recent Graduate Financial Assistance and a Sense of Community

Honors College helped recent graduate John Comi build a sense of community as well as meet his financial obligations. 

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