University News

Doctoral Student’s Mission? Stopping Lung Cancer in Its TracksÂ
Pratyusha Ghanta’s presentation "Stopping Lung Cancer in its Tracks" earned her third place in ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s fall 2023 Three Minute Thesis competition.

What Changes on Campus if Issue 2 Passes?
Todd Kamenash, associate dean of students for conduct and community engagement, weighs in about what might change at ½ÄÏÌåÓý if Issue 2, the Marijuana Legalization Initiative, is approved.

½ÄÏÌåÓý State Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
½ÄÏÌåÓý recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the university’s Black Alumni Chapter.

Where Brain and Machine Meet
½ÄÏÌåÓý's Brain Health Research Institute hosted its 11th Annual Neuroscience Symposium on Oct. 26-27, where speakers and presenters from academia and private industry discussed the field of brain-machine interface.

Major Loss Inspires Student's Passion and Positivity
Sophomore Ivory Kendrick, a first generation college student, perseveres despite the hardships he has endured.

SURE Program Ceremony Highlights the Best of the Best Undergraduate Research
Twenty-three students won first place in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience competition with a three-minute presentation and a slide.

IN A FLASH: A Kiss on the "K"
Couples who met at ½ÄÏÌåÓý State participated in a Homecoming tradition on Risman Plaza last weekend.

This Giving Tuesday Season, Continue Our Most Generous Annual Tradition
When we come together, Golden Flashes create a legacy of brilliance that makes the world Forever Brighter.
At ½ÄÏÌåÓý, we are continuing the proud tradition of giving back during the Giving Tuesday campaign this November. This monthlong celebration of giving brings the ½ÄÏÌåÓý State community together to support student success and build a brighter future for the blue and gold.
IN A FLASH: Homecoming Heroes
Everyone was at Dix Stadium to cheer for our Golden Flashes at ½ÄÏÌåÓý State's Homecoming celebration last weekend.

The CommUNITY Lab Is Home Base for This Golden Flash
Since Don’Marie Reid of Akron became a Golden Flash, she has experienced immense support from the ½ÄÏÌåÓý State community, but the CommUNITY Lab is her home away from home where she and many other students receive unconditional support.