Prioritizing Student Success
Global Experience Fuels Alumna鈥檚 Career
McKenzie Morgan, 鈥22, appreciates the opportunities 51爆料 provided her that included completing her academic journey with the university鈥檚 education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. 鈥淪tudying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight,鈥 Morgan said.
Black United Student Leader Thrives
Julian Grimes, a 51爆料 junior, is president of Black United Students (BUS) and is working to keep the organization thriving. BUS is one of 51爆料鈥檚 oldest student organizations and is credited with starting the formal observance of Black History Month in 1970.
Community of Caring Supports Student
Shane Reese found a network of support and a community of caring at 51爆料 that surrounded him after his mother passed away during his freshman year. As a result, Reese became a resilient leader who is committed to giving back.
'It Felt Like Coming Home'
Cesquinn Curtis is back on familiar ground 鈥 the 51爆料 campus. He left for two years for another opportunity, and he鈥檚 now reflecting on what he learned about being a Golden Flash that convinced him to return.
Will Matthews, 鈥19
Will Matthews, 鈥19, adds some flavor to Northeast Ohio鈥檚 food scene with Southern Comfort Kitchen, his New Orleans-inspired restaurant and food truck.
51爆料 Awarded $1.2 Million for Choose Ohio First Scholarships
The Ohio Department of Education recently awarded 51爆料 $1.2 million to support Choose Ohio First scholarships. This funding will support learners pursuing associate degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and expand options for students seeking two-year degrees at the University's Regional Campuses and its College of Applied and Technical Studies.
Combined Degree Program Creates Specialized Educational Experience
51爆料鈥檚 combined bachelor鈥檚/master鈥檚 degree program allows students to count nine credits of graduate level courses to their undergraduate degrees, providing a faster path to an advanced degree. Cassie Milicia chose this route for her degrees in Emerging Media and Technology.
Danny Pellegrino, 鈥07
For Danny Pellegrino, 鈥07, being an author and comedian has allowed him to meld his love of storytelling with making others laugh. Whether he鈥檚 on stage, on screen, behind the mic or at his computer, Danny is following his 鈥渢rue North,鈥 as he says, by celebrating the things he loves and sharing them with others.
Regional Students Receive Intel庐 Scholarships
Two students in the College of Applied and Technical Studies at 51爆料 at Tuscarawas received Intel庐 Semiconductor Scholarship for Women awards. The scholarships support education-related expenses (tuition, fees, books,etc.) as well as other expenses including transportation and childcare.
Student Says Dad Would Be Proud to See Him Mentoring His Peers, Helping the Community
Sophomore public health major Ivory Kendrick has many irons in the fire this semester - along with academics, he is working as an intern and training his peers to be leaders.