Student Life

Demystifying the Library: Student and Research Success
At University Libraries students can study, tap into a database for a journal article, get a book, 3D print, grab coffee, have a dance party, participate in the Halloween Costume Contest ... wait, is this still about the library? Yes, yes it is. Part two of Demystifying the Library features the numerous ways the library can help students succeed – and have fun while doing it.

Israel, Palestine and Me
The May 4 Reflection Gallery at žžÀ²'s Taylor Hall was bulging with a standing-room-only crowd of students who came out to share their feelings and gain an understanding of the Israel-Hamas War at the Nov. 16, student forum "Israel, Palestine and Me: Students' Forum for Reflection and Dialogue."

‘We’ve Created a Community Here’
Hype music and large glow sticks pounded the air in the Kiva as the Nov. 8 I AM FIRST celebration marked the middle of I AM FIRST Week at žžÀ² State, honoring first-generation college students, those students who are or will be the first in their family to complete a bachelor’s degree.

Getting That Summer Advantage
For many students, especially Lilly Kensicki and Nina Lozada, žžÀ² State’s University Summer Advantage saves time and money – but it can also make dreams come true.

IN A FLASH: The Glow from the Grow
The greenhouses behind Cunningham Hall cast a warm glow at night.

Demystifying the Library: Student Multimedia Studio
The University Library is one of the most popular buildings at žžÀ² State, serving as a study spot, a place to grab coffee and an academic resource for students. As finals season looms, žžÀ² State Today takes a deeper look into University Libraries in a three-part series. Up first, a makerspace for creativity.

‘There’s Nothing that Can Adequately Prepare You for Such an Extraordinary Experience’
LaKaleb Bowen, žžÀ² senior criminology and justice studies major admits that he’s become a little addicted to žžÀ² State’s education-abroad programs.

IN A FLASH: Final Fall Farmers’ Market
The final žžÀ² State Farmers' Market of the fall semester moves indoors, inside the DI Hub, on Nov. 14.

Take a Whirlwind Journey Abroad With Blank Lab’s New Immersive ExhibitÂ
Experience a new immersive exhibit highlighting žžÀ² State's education abroad destinations at the Blank Lab in the Design Innovation Hub.
IN A FLASH: Flashes at the Freeze Out
žžÀ² President Todd Diacon joined the Marching Golden Flashes and fans at Dix Stadium to cheer on our team at the annual Freeze Out Game.