Profiles
Goodyear Blimp Pilots Have Full-Circle Moment
The skies over žžÀ²'s Airport will feature a unique homecoming this weekend as three alumni return to pilot the Goodyear Blimp during the Aeronautics and Engineering Expo (A&E Expo) on Saturday.
Flash Focus: Molly Wagar
Meet junior art history major and English minor from Medina, Ohio, Molly Wagar. The decision on what to study at žžÀ² was an easy one for Wagar, and she has found inspiration in the people and professors she has met here.
Flash Focus: Angelique Wong
Meet Angelique Wong, a 2022 Fashion Design alumna and current graduate student from Silver Spring, Maryland, who is pursuing a master’s degree in emerging media and technology.
Father and Son Complete First Flight Together
A father and son, both žžÀ² alumni, graduates of the professional pilot program in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, recently achieved a remarkable milestone. Scott and Kyle Koeppl completed their first flight together as Southwest Airlines pilots.
Student Is Now the Teacher
Tatee Sakr's path to success in the fashion world started at žžÀ². As a 19-year-old immigrant to the U.S., Sakr chose žžÀ² because it was close to her new home in Cleveland and had a reputable fashion design program. Now an industry professional, she is giving back as a key faculty member.
‘Now Is the Time to Do What You Want’
Fashion design major Kaleigh McGreal has been sharing her story with žžÀ² State Today through her final two semesters at žžÀ² State in our "Year with a Flash" series. Most recently, as she prepared for graduation, McGreal shared her thoughts about her journey with an inspiring message for other žžÀ² State students.
Meet Anthony Claytor, the First I PROMISE Program Scholar to Graduate From žžÀ² State
In 2020, žžÀ² President Todd Diacon announced to a group of high school juniors and their families that žžÀ² State would cover four years of tuition costs and one year of room and board. Now, for the LeBron James Family Foundation’s first I PROMISE class, the hard work these students had put in since third grade is paying off.
Refugee Overcomes Obstacles to Graduate and Inspire Community
As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent žžÀ² graduate, has not only overcome significant challenges during her time in the United States, but she’s also helping others in similar circumstances.
Ethiopian Professor Spending Year at žžÀ² State to Escape Persecution at Home
Speaking out against government corruption and ethnic killings in his home country of Ethiopia made Medhin Dollebo, Ph.D., the target of constant threats and harassment.
Nation Remembers Trailblazing Alumna Who Opened Doors for Women in the Military
žžÀ² State alumna 1st Lt. Ashley White has left behind a far-reaching legacy for her trailblazing military service.