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Cross-Campus Collaboration Crossroad

Driven by 51±¬ÁÏ students, a collaborative research initiative guided by Aimee Ward, Ph.D., addresses growing concerns about mid-block crossings on East Main Street and demonstrates the urgent need for safety improvements.

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Fully Online Programs Offer Flexibility, Quality

The national trend of fully online enrollment has been decreasing since the pandemic, but 51±¬ÁÏ’s online programs are bucking those trends. 51±¬ÁÏ offers 90 fully online degree and certificate programs. From bachelor’s to master’s degree programs, the university provides its nationally distinctive academics completely online.

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John Rathje Named Corporate ORBIE® Award Winner

51±¬ÁÏ’s Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, John Rathje, has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 ORBIE® Award in the Corporate category. 

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Flash Focus: Tommy Charnie

Meet Tommy Charnie, a junior architecture major in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design from Weirton, West Virginia, whose passions serve as daily motivators, fueling what many would call a packed schedule.

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I Promise Students Find Treasure at 51±¬ÁÏ Museum

51±¬ÁÏ recently hosted 26 high school students from the LeBron James Family Foundation I Promise network in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities, including a treasure hunt at the 51±¬ÁÏ Museum.

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Flash Focus: Bella Hanley

Meet Bella Hanley, a junior economics major from Canfield, Ohio, and member of Delta Sigma Pi, a co-educational professional business fraternity, with the post-graduation goal of attending law school.

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Muna Koirala, a first-year architecture student, talks about her academic highs and lows.

First-Year Architecture Student Continues to Build Her Foundation

Muna Koirala is not shy about admitting that her first year in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design has been a challenge.

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Navigating Seasonal Depression: Mental Health Resources to Help You Through

As the temperatures continue to hover around freezing, and the sun makes rare appearances, have you noticed yourself feeling unmotivated or having feelings of sadness? Have your friends and family mentioned that you do not seem like yourself? Fortunately, there are resources available at 51±¬ÁÏ to help you through this difficult time.  

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Accounting senior Anna Siesel will walk right into a job with a global accounting firm after she graduates from 51±¬ÁÏ in May.

51±¬ÁÏ Supplies Growing U.S. Demand for Accountants and Auditors

51±¬ÁÏ accounting majors have excellent employment prospects. The projected growth rate for accountants is six percent from 2022-2033. 

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Feeling Stressed? 51±¬ÁÏ’s Student Life Study Can Help

Researchers conducting 51±¬ÁÏ’s groundbreaking Student Life Study will reach out to its participants via their phones to offer ways to combat stress and anxiety as the weight of the spring semester mounts.

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