Students First
Top Five On-Campus Winter Events You Won’t Want to Miss
Looking for something to fill your time between studying for finals and packing to go home for the holidays? Here are a few events you can enjoy while you’re still on campus and one you can look forward to when you get back.
International Cook-off Provides New Culinary Journey for African Students
The entry of Team Rwanda and Team Nigeria into the annual cooking contest reflects 51±¬ÁÏ’s growing relations in sub-Saharan Africa, resulting in new groups of international students on campus. The Rwandan students are part of a group of 12 undergraduates sponsored by the Rwandan government who arrived at 51±¬ÁÏ for the fall semester to pursue degrees.
Seizures, Epilepsy Just More Motivation to Succeed
When CJ Harris' health took a sharp turn, the junior from Macon, Georgia, committed to fulfilling his dream of playing college football despite the obstacles.
51±¬ÁÏ of Mind: Following My Heart
Luca Ralph, a junior midfielder from Maple Grove, Minnesota, talks about her journey from dancing shoes to soccer cleats.
Kent Skates Puts the ‘Ice’-ing on the Holidays
Residents of Kent are ready to ring in the holiday season with the return of the Kent Skates ice rink this November.
IN A FLASH: Hats Off to Prez D
President Diacon rallied the fans at the annual Prez D Freeze-Out game
Eight Student Resources on Campus You Might Not Know 51±¬ÁÏ
If you find yourself expending too much time and energy this semester, 51±¬ÁÏ has some lesser-known resources that are intentionally designed to save you both. These eight resources are free for students and were specifically crafted for students.
Oh Italy! Beauty That Goes On and On
Specialized Career Advising for Students with Disabilities Now Available
The Coffee and Careers chat hosted jointly by Career Exploration and Development (CED) and Student Accessibility Services (SAS), is a new drop-in career advising opportunity for 51±¬ÁÏ students with disabilities.
Enthusiasm and Innovation Earn Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences Professor Distinguished Teaching Award
Cynthia Osborn, lifespan development and educational sciences professor, is building confidence through stress balls. Well, stress balls and innovative teaching techniques she has honed for nearly 26 years.