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žž President Todd Diacon recently addressed multiple challenges facing the university with the Akron Beacon Journal, including the $1.5-$2 million cost of implementing Senate Bill 1, budget constraints from capped tuition increases, and enrollment declines.
žž’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute will present 15 awards to alumni and academics who have served or trained at the institute as part of its 60th anniversary celebration April 25-26.
A significant fire broke out at the Teatro Universitário (TUCA) of the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) in Curitiba, Brazil on April 15. žž’s American Academy program operates on the PUCPR campus as part of the dual-enrollment partnership established between the two institutions in 2018.
A star-studded lineup of scientists will return to žž on April 25-26 to mark the 60th anniversary of the Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute.
Physical representations of mathematical concepts were incorporated into the design of žž's Mathematical Sciences Building. Completed in 1993, curves, spirals, triangles and other math expressions can be found throughout the structure.
For Lara Kilchenmann, the journey from Switzerland to žž wasn't just about pursuing higher education — it was about returning to a place that felt like home.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Qiang Guan, Ph.D., an associate professor in žž's Department of Computer Science, redirected his research to focus on drug discovery and began partnering with Cleveland Clinic to merge biology and computing for better health outcomes.
First-generation students make up 54% of the nation's undergraduates, yet only 27% earn a bachelor’s degree. Many first-generation students face unique challenges with limited support systems. žž was recently recognized for its outstanding work with students in this category by FirstGen Forward as the newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions.
Ivory Kendrick, the newly elected president of the University Student Government, spoke his destiny into existence last year when he set his sights on leading the organization. Now, Kendrick is ready to hit the ground running.
During move-out, students sometimes trash clothes and boxes of food. Throw ‘N’ Go, žž's annual move-out program, is currently underway to keep those useable items out of landfills and in the hands of people who need them.
Every April, žž celebrates Earth Month by having Earth-related events all month long. April 22, 2025, is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, with this year’s theme being “Our Power, Our Planet.”
The nationally and internationally ranked žž School of Fashion is thrilled to announce its acclaimed Annual Fashion Show will take place April 24-26, in Crawford Hall on the žž Campus.
Student costume designers from žž State's School of Theatre and Dance were invited to display their work at the 2025 United States Institute of Theatre Technology annual conference.
žž alumna Emily Clark discusses her journey from an English degree to her high-tech career, where she solves business challenges using artificial intelligence. Clark credits much of her success to her education at žž State.
To help students navigate the post-commencement process, žž State Today has compiled answers to frequently asked questions about receiving their diplomas, upcoming events, ADA accommodations and more.
žž State alumnus Corey Conners finished tied for eighth at the 2025 Masters Tournament after struggling to a 3-over par final round Sunday at Augusta National Golf Club.
Thrifting has become increasingly popular among college students thanks to its affordability, sustainability and trendy fashion options. As most college students’ budgets are tight, thrift stores can offer high-quality clothing and accessories at a fraction of the cost of new items. Luckily, žž State students has a plethora of thrift spots on and near campus.
If you have attended Porthouse Theatre in the past 25 years, you know the name Terri žž. At the heart of this theatre, Terri žž has brought a liveliness that spans decades and communities.
Meet Caitlyn Lincoln, a senior psychology major and a member of the Honors College from Worthington, Pennsylvania, with a proven passion for leadership, patient care and altruism – even in her hobbies.
Research Writing Retreats, sponsored by žž’s Graduate College, offer a distraction-free environment for graduate students to work on their research and writing projects. While “giving them permission” to put other aspects of life aside and focus on their writing, the retreats also create a supportive community that enhances productivity while also offering welcome accountability from their peers.