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Despite the Dangers, Early Humans Risked Life-Threatening Flintknapping Injuries

For most, the craft known as flintknapping is a skilled hobby or art form that was thought to occasionally require bandages or stitches. However, new research suggests flintknapping is far more dangerous than previously understood.

Filling Critical Need for More Pilots

Brian Neff, assistant dean of flight and operations at žž��’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering, was recently featured on Spectrum News 1 Ohio with a žž�� State aeronautics student, to shed light on the national pilot shortage and explain what žž�� State is doing to help fix this shortage.

IN A FLASH: Walking the Stage

Commencement ceremonies for žž��'s College of Podiatric Medicine's Class of 2023 were held on the university's žž�� Campus. 

Top Honors: žž�� State Recognized Among the Best Graduate Schools in 2023-2024 US News Rankings

U.S. News & World Report ranks 11 žž�� programs among the best in the nation in its recently released 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings.

'Full-Circle Moment' Leaves Lasting Impression on Admissions Leader

Mark Ledoux's work has made a difference with a lot of students. Make that, a lot of students. For more than a decade, he's been on the front lines in helping new students find what they need to afford their journey. Recently, a single interaction with a graduate left a lasting impression.

Precision Flight Team places Ninth in the Nation at 2023 SAFECON Competition

Congratulations are in order for the žž�� Precision Flight Team for another successful appearance at the , hosted by the . The team competed from May 8th through May 13th in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. 

Maternity Leave ‘Critical’ for Employees’ Work-Life Balance

As Kara Crissman’s maternity leave came to an end, she took to to reflect on the pros and cons of being home with a newborn. 

President Todd Diacon’s Commencement Speech Lauded

When žž�� President Todd Diacon used his May 13 commencement address to send a message to state officials who are challenging Ohio’s public universities as a bastion for the privileged, the reaction was swift and supportive from alumni and friends of the university. 

“There is in Ohio, among some state elected officials, a growing ivory tower accusation being leveled against our state’s public universities and against, quite frankly, žž��,” Diacon told thousands gathered for commencement. 

Victoria Humphreys, ’13

When Victoria Humphreys, ’13, started her undergraduate education at žž�� State, it was by no means her first experience on campus.

Alumna Supports MDJ Students Through Professional and Career Development

More than 40 years after her college graduation, alumna Delores Jones, ’76, has never wavered in her support of žž�� State School of Media and Journalism students.

As a student, she was a journalism major with a concentration in public relations and became very involved in the public relations curriculum, serving as vice president of žž�� State’s Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).

Victoria Humphreys, ’13

When Victoria Humphreys, ’13, started her undergraduate education at žž�� State, it was by no means her first experience on campus.

Professor Brings Documentary Storytelling, Environmental Research Expertise to žž�� State

Assistant Professor Kaatie Cooper, Ph.D., envisions a world where journalists and scientists work together to better inform the public about environmental issues. She’s working toward that vision through her research, which examines how mass media affects environmental issues, especially in documentary work.