University News
žžÀ² State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Summer Commencement Ceremony
The žžÀ² alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony on Aug. 10.
IN A FLASH: Getting Campus Ready
Throughout the year, all around campus, dedicated people work hard to keep everything at žžÀ² State in working order and looking great.
IN A FLASH: The Spirit of Summer
While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the žžÀ² Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. žžÀ² International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in žžÀ² with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus.
žžÀ² State Raises $383 Million in Record-Breaking Fundraising Campaign
žžÀ² recently concluded its most successful fundraising campaign in its 114-year history. The Forever Brighter campaign ended in June 2024, having raised more than $383.2 million total.
žžÀ² State Fashion Program Stitches Path to Success for Local Designer
žžÀ² State's School of Fashion taught Liam Aberle everything he knows about the industry.
IN A FLASH: A Warm Welcome for Visiting Families
Summer Preview KSU days give high school and transfer students and their families an opportunity to get to know žžÀ² State.
International Student-Athletes Find Second Home at žžÀ² State
žžÀ² State's international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home.
žžÀ² State’s ‘Mobile Flashes’ Program Brings Student Support to Area Seniors
žžÀ² State's College of Public Health has launched a three-year initiative, funded by Medical Mutual, to enhance senior health and wellness in Greater Cleveland. The project includes a comprehensive community needs assessment involving over 20 senior centers, continuing education for senior center staff, and bi-weekly visits from žžÀ² State's "Mobile Flashes" student teams.
Prospective Students Get Warm Welcome and Star Treatment
On July 19 and 26, žžÀ² Admissions welcomes high school students and transfer students to campus for student-led tours. Visiting students and their parents learn about life at žžÀ² State, support services, programs of study and, sometimes, get to meet campus celebrities.
žžÀ² State Gridiron Star Scores Big With Cajun Food Business
Former žžÀ² football player Will Matthews continues to find success with his Southern Comfort Kitchen food truck and restaurant. He first came up with the idea while a student at the university.