Students First

IN A FLASH: Welcome Back, Architects!
žžÀ² State's College of Architecture and Environmental Design had an all-college welcome for new and returning students on Wednesday.

IN A FLASH: Underscoring the "K"
President Diacon added his support as the Class of 2027 formed the "K" on Centennial Field.

New 'Flashes First Thursday' welcomes students to explore our vibrant college town
The first "Flashes First Thursday" welcomes students to experience the shopping, dining, music and more that make downtown žžÀ² a fun place to visit.

Studying the Students: New Research Project Hopes to Follow 10,000 Golden Flashes
žžÀ² State researchers are looking for 10,000 students to participate in an ambitious Student Life Study launching this semester.

IN A FLASH: Back to Class
Classes for Fall Semester 2023 at žžÀ² State began on Monday.

‘That’s the žžÀ² State Way. Freedom of Speech. Kindness and Respect.’
President Todd Diacon welcomed the Class of 2027 during a colorful and festive Convocation celebration, encouraging students to embrace the spirit of the university’s core values. A relatively new tradition on the žžÀ² Campus, Convocation not only serves to get students excited for the start of their academic careers at žžÀ² State but also to introduce the students to the deans and faculty for each of the university’s colleges.

It's an Exciting and Bittersweet Time as Students Move Onto Campus
Move-in days create excitement and emotion in everyone on campus, ahead of the start of fall classes next week.
Summer Commencement Ceremonies Celebrate Newest Graduates
The žžÀ² alumni family grew by nearly 1,200 new graduates as the university held its summer commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2023 were recognized with outdoor commencement ceremonies on Aug. 19.

Using Creativity and Innovation to Boost Student Applications
žžÀ² State’s Office of Admissions is seeing its hard work, creativity and strategic planning pay off by way of increased engagement and an elevated level of interest in the university.

Math Camp for High Schoolers Seeks to Ready Future College Students for STEM Jobs in Ohio
žžÀ² State-sponsored math camp helps to prepare high school students for plentiful STEM jobs in Ohio.