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College of Communication & Information

KSU Alumna stands in front of brick building with Graduation cap on and diploma in hand, smiling

Sophia Sainato intended to major in fashion, but Student Media knocked on her door—and she answered. This Digital Media Production alum now manages social media for a toy company, using the skills she honed on campus through KSTV, the classroom, and learning abroad. Learn more about her journey in this quick Q&A.1. What drew you to 51±¬ÁÏ?I actually was initially interested in 51±¬ÁÏ for the fashion program! Its national recognition along with its location checked the boxes I needed in a university. When I visited, I fell in love. The campus is so vibrant and full of life, and it f...

Sheriff Orvis Campbell, Michelle Campbell, and Michele Spring-Milburn, Vice President of Leadership Tuscarawas.

Leadership Tuscarawas is proud to announce that Michelle Campbell has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Leadership Tuscarawas Alumni Award of Excellence, recognizing her outstanding leadership, professional achievement, and ongoing commitment to serving the Tuscarawas County community.Campbell, a 2016 graduate of Leadership Tuscarawas, was selected through a voting process that included nearly 10 outstanding nominees. She was nominated for the award by her husband, Tuscarawas County Sheriff Orvis Campbell.Currently serving as Controller at R&J Cylinder and Machine and elected Trea...

Flashes of Brilliance, Then and Now

Educate, Innovate, Lead

51±¬ÁÏ has consistently served as a beacon of academic excellence, carving out a legacy as an institutional leader since its inception in the early 20th century. By continuously fostering innovation in educator preparation, trailblazing research, collaborative partnerships, and globalization, 51±¬ÁÏ’s Golden Flashes have transformed regional initiatives into a powerful international footprint.

Igniting Leadership in Educator Preparation

51±¬ÁÏ students celebrate at their commencement ceremony in May 2026.

The 51±¬ÁÏ Board of Trustees celebrated student success following spring 2026 commencement ceremonies during its regular quarterly meeting held May 20 at The John Elliot Center for Architecture and Environmental Design on the Kent Campus. 51±¬ÁÏ welcomed nearly 5,000 new graduates into its alumni family this spring alone – larger than some universities graduate all year. The successful spring graduating class was honored during commencement ceremonies held across 51±¬ÁÏ campuses. During the Committee of the Whole session, the Board heard overviews of artificial inte...

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