University News
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, ½ÄÏÌåÓý professor of political science.
½ÄÏÌåÓý State Planes Are Back in the Air
On May 21, ½ÄÏÌåÓý 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! ½ÄÏÌåÓý 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 ½ÄÏÌåÓý police officer.
COVID-19 Provides ½ÄÏÌåÓý State Nursing Students Unparalleled Experience
During the COVID-19 pandemic, students in ½ÄÏÌåÓý’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.
½ÄÏÌåÓý State President Todd Diacon Announces 2020 Faculty Excellence Award Recipients
½ÄÏÌåÓý President Todd Diacon recently presented six ½ÄÏÌåÓý 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.
½ÄÏÌåÓý State to Celebrate Its Newest Graduates With Virtual Commencement on May 9
The ½ÄÏÌåÓý alumni family will grow by nearly 5,300 new graduates as the university holds its spring commencement.
Lamar R. Hylton Named ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s Vice President for Student Affairs, Amoaba Gooden Appointed Interim Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
½ÄÏÌåÓý 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.
½ÄÏÌåÓý State Board of Trustees Approves Measures to Ensure University’s Financial Future
The ½ÄÏÌåÓý 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.
Flashes of Inspiration: Poetry to honor front line workers
½ÄÏÌåÓý is launching a series of videos showcasing the talents of our faculty and staff aimed at providing an uplifting respite from the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic.
½ÄÏÌåÓý Holds Virtual May 4 50th Commemoration, Occurring May 1-4
Beginning Friday, May, visitors to the will be able to view a variety of special videos, online exhibits and interactive tours, all designed to honor and remember Allison Krause, Jeffrey Miller, Sandra Scheuer and William Schroeder, the ½ÄÏÌåÓý State students who lost their lives 50 years ago on the ½ÄÏÌåÓý State campus.