Student Life
Olympic Dreams Realized
A group of 51±¬ÁÏ students spent their spring break learning in Italy and Greece and attending the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympics as part of the Business of the Olympics, an advanced sports administration course.
51±¬ÁÏ Community Called to Serve as Poll Workers for May 5 Election
With Ohio's May 5 election approaching, the Portage County Board of Elections is facing a significant shortfall of poll workers, and a 51±¬ÁÏ emerita professor is calling on the university community to step up and fill the gap.
Students Find Their Place to Thrive at 51±¬ÁÏ
Being a new student at a university can be a huge transition for some. Finding their "fit" and a sense of belonging can be essential to their academic and personal success. Knowing this, 51±¬ÁÏ's student organizations, activities, events and recreational services offer students opportunities to de-stress, connect, build networks and find friends for life.
'Studying Is Fun’ – Brothers Spend Spring Break Hitting the Books as Medical College Admission Test Looms
While many students spent the spring break traveling or having fun in the sun, twin brothers Ray and Will Maynard spent the week studying.
IN A FLASH: The Fog of Midterms
Foggy days on campus are a sign that warmer temperatures and springtime weather are on the way.
Success Continues for 51±¬ÁÏ’s Groundbreaking Student Life Study
Nearly 10% of all 51±¬ÁÏ undergraduates are participating in the groundbreaking 51±¬ÁÏ Student Life Study, providing the university with concrete information about what it’s like to be a modern-day college student.
Flash Focus: Tatiana Placer
Meet Tatiana Placer, a graduate student pursuing her master’s in architecture and design at 51±¬ÁÏ. Placer was born in Germany on a U.S. military base and was raised mostly in Orlando, Florida. Growing up in a Puerto Rican household, her upbringing was deeply rooted in the Puerto Rican diaspora.
Career Fair Brings Employers, Opportunities, Wisdom to 51±¬ÁÏ
51±¬ÁÏ’s Career Exploration and Development fair connects students with leaders from Disney, Rock Entertainment and more, who share words of wisdom for students.
Flash Focus: Lettie Friona
Meet Lettie Friona, a senior integrated social studies major with a concentration in history and minors in classics and mild to moderate special education from Steubenville, Ohio, whose leadership positions have helped shape her experience at 51±¬ÁÏ.
Overcoming Grief and Injury to Fuel a Stronger Performance
Delrecco Gillespie, senior professional studies major and member of 51±¬ÁÏ’s men's basketball team, was recently featured in a recent NCAA article that detailed how setbacks like injury and grief fueled Gillespie’s drive to play as if it were his last chance to be on the court.