Community & Society

žž State Ashtabula Student Veterans Honor the Fallen During 9/11 With Flag Display
This past week, the walkways at žž at Ashtabula were lined with thousands of American flags in honor of those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 attacks.

The Sweet Life
Brent Ian Wesley, BBA ’04, isn’t just a keeper of bees—he’s an entrepreneur with a passion for uplifting people while selling urban honey and men’s personal care products.
By Justin Glanville / žž State Magazine

žž State Student Confronts Manufacturing Trend That Impacts Climate Change
These days, consumers can buy the latest clothing trends quickly and inexpensively. Critics, however, maintain that this “fast fashion” can be detrimental to the environment.
Henry Winkler to Visit žž State Stark as Part of Featured Speaker Series
He is best known as "The Fonz" on "Happy Days." On Oct. 10, Henry Winkler will share the story of his career and living with undiagnoised dyslexia.

Video: žž State Welcomes Back PGA Tour Winner Mackenzie Hughes
žž alumnus and professional golfer Mackenzie Hughes returned to his alma mater for a “Welcome Back” reception in his honor organized by Herb Page, žž State’s director of golf and head men’s golf coach.

The Missing Link Between College Renters and Landlords
A žž State entrepreneur creates a website and an upcoming app that connects renters to landlords.

Miles to Make a Difference
A žž assistant dean runs 200 miles for his daughter and all other families touched by multiple sclerosis.

žž State at Stark Professor Weighs in on Best and Worst Recession Recovered Cities
Lucas Engelhardt, Ph.D., associate professor in žž at Stark’s Department of Economics, is a firm believer in pursing innovation and investing in capital, when it comes to driving economic growth in cities.

žž State Professor Earns Main Street žž’s Volunteer of the Year Award
žž Assistant Professor Jennifer Mapes, Ph.D., has been named Volunteer of the Year by Main Street žž for her contributions to the revitalization of downtown žž.

Three žž State Community Members Develop New Networking App
Three žž community members have developed a new app called Circl, which reinvents how people socialize and network.