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IN A FLASH: Welcome Back to the SMC!

The E.Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center kicked off the semester with a Welcome Back Mixer. 

MEDIA ADVISORY: Dr. Michael Schwartz Celebration of Life to Be Livestreamed on Feb. 8

Cleveland State University and žž�� will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom (third floor of CSU’s Student Center). Doors will open to the public at 2:30 p.m. Those who wish to pay their respects but cannot attend in person are invited to view the event via livestream,

Snack-Sized Conversations

During the first full week of the spring semester, žž��’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering provided two events for students, staff and faculty in the building to mingle and get to know each other, as a fun way to kick off the academic term.  

Mock Trial Teams Host 10-Team Intercollegiate Regional Tournament

On January 20, žž�� welcomed over 120 college students from across the region to its “Golden Flash Legal Clash,” a two-day collegiate mock trial invitational held in the žž�� Student Center. Proceeds from the event helped to raise funds for future events that žž�� State’s Mock Trial teams plan to attend. The 10 student teams, including some from out-of-state, competed in four rounds. Teams from Case Western Reserve University finished first and second with third place going to a team from William & Mary. The opening and closing ceremonies were held in the žž�� State Governance Chambers. 

From a Ph.D. to International Pageant Winner

When you hear the word pageant, it likely conjures up images of tiaras, swimsuit competitions and ladies crying as they clutch an armful of roses on a brightly lit stage. But Lorain, Ohio, native and žž�� alumna Monica Burgett, Ph.D., has triumphed on a pageant circuit that doesn’t include sparkling tiaras or bathing suit competitions. This time, the pageant celebrated contestants for their brilliant minds.

Duck, Duck, Goose! How Waterfowl Impact the Health of Wetlands

žž�� State researchers are studying how the presence of waterfowl contributes to the health of wetland ecosystems. 

To Dupe or Not to Dupe?

If you have purchased a dupe, or a duplicate of a premium item for a lower price, you may be part of the newest Generation Z trend of “ballin’ on a budget.” žž�� State Today asked the students of žž�� State about their opinions on brands and dupes.

New FAFSA Form Poses Challenges, žž�� State Is Ready to Help

Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is always challenging for students and their parents, but this year’s process may be even more daunting. 

IN A FLASH - FLASHBACK: Views from Anuta, Solomon Islands

Professor Emeritus Richard Feinberg shared images from his research expeditions to the Polynesian island of Anuta.

žž�� State of Mind: The Influence of my Family

Growing up, basketball was always a huge part of my life. It all stemmed from watching my older cousin play. In high school, he was a highly recruited player, and every school in the nation wanted him. Watching him play and going to his tournaments made me want to pick up the game and do the same thing.

Crawford Hall's AV Design Will Vault Me From Classroom To Boardroom

Stepping onto the campus of žž�� as an international student, I felt a thrill course through me. Discovering the news about the upcoming business building, Crawford Hall, for the Ambassador Crawford College of Business, only amplified that excitement.

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