University News
Alfreda Brown, Trailblazing Leader of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, to Retire After More Than a Decade of Leadership
For nearly 11 years, Alfreda Brown, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University’s vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion, has been a powerful voice for making sure no one in the university’s wide-reaching system is marginalized, discriminated against or left behind.
Flashes of Inspiration: During a Pandemic We Can Celebrate Nature
Today’s Flashes of Inspiration features David Hassler, director of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Wick Poetry Center, who is sharing the poem, “Thank You, Tree.â€
Political Science Professor Advocates for Public Banking
In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, the United States would benefit from a public banking system, says Mark K. Cassell, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University professor of political science.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Planes Are Back in the Air
On May 21, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering received approval from the university to restart flight operations, making May 22 the first day since mid-March that instructors or students have been permitted to fly due to COVID-19 restrictions.
All for Patrick! Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Police Surprise Toddler Crime Fighter
Patrick Tomaswick wants to be a police officer, but not just any member of law enforcement. He wants to be a Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University police officer.
COVID-19 Provides Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Nursing Students Unparalleled Experience
During the COVID-19 pandemic, students in Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University’s College of Nursing have been employed in hospitals throughout Northeast Ohio, where they have honed their skills and observed healthcare professionals on the front lines.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State President Todd Diacon Announces 2020 Faculty Excellence Award Recipients
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University President Todd Diacon recently presented six Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State faculty members with the 2020 President’s Faculty Excellence Award, which recognizes exceptional performance that leads to the achievement of national or international recognition in the faculty member’s discipline.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State to Celebrate Its Newest Graduates With Virtual Commencement on May 9
The Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University alumni family will grow by nearly 5,300 new graduates as the university holds its spring commencement.
Lamar R. Hylton Named Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Vice President for Student Affairs, Amoaba Gooden Appointed Interim Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University President Todd Diacon announced Thursday that Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., has been selected to serve as vice president for student affairs, effective May 1, 2020. In addition, Diacon has appointed Amoaba Gooden, Ph.D., as the interim vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion, effective June 1, 2020.
Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Board of Trustees Approves Measures to Ensure University’s Financial Future
The Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University Board of Trustees approved three important budgetary measures to counter expected revenue reductions due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic during a special Board meeting held May 6.