Students First

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Youth Winds Performs in Nation's Capital
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Youth Winds had the unique opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. this spring, giving meaningful performances alongside famous monuments and making lasting connections with renowned musicians.