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'Tis The Season For Phishing

During this holiday season while your virtual shopping carts are filled with care, beware of a not-so-jolly visitor among your devices. With the surge in online shopping throughout this time of year, opportunities lurk for a sneaky Grinch to step in and snatch your information and your holiday joy. It’s called PHISHING, and it can cause you a world of trouble.

“Phishing” is an internet scam that uses fraudulent emails, text messages, or phone calls that appear to come from a legitimate source to acquire and exploit sensitive information.

Realistic-looking links and messages are often used to trick you into giving away your personal information then hit you with ransomware and malware infections, financial loss, and even reputation damage. It is essential to be INFORMED and READY TO COMBAT phishing attacks during the holiday season.

VCD Alum Paul Sahre's Design Included in The New York Times "Best Book Covers of 2023"

Noted graphic designer and Visual Communication Design alum Paul Sahre, B.F.A. '87, M.F.A. '90, was recently recognized for his work in the New York Times article "The Best Book Covers of 2023. 

IN A FLASH: Think Your Finals are Tough?

Finals week can be challenging - both mentally and physically.  

‘I truly believe that what makes žž�� State great is the immediate and direct result of May 4, 1970’

"I'm as proud to say I'm a Golden Flash as I am to say I'm a Marine." Maureen McFarland, Ph.D., said her 20-plus years of service at žž�� have reinforced her decision to leave military service for higher education.

Solving Pre-WWII Mathematics Problems from the Scottish Cafe

Did you know that not one, but two of our Department of Mathematical Sciences faculty members have solved intriguing problems in the famo

Greeting the New Year in Golden Flashes Style

In a special meeting on Dec. 4, digital media production student Saida Lewis, was invited to meet with žž�� State President Todd Diacon to discuss the creative inspiration for her winning design selected in a recent holiday card design competition.

IN A FLASH: Flying Colors

An antique lens provides unique depth and detail to the photos it captures. 

Buy Flash-Made at The School of Art Holiday Sale

The School of Art Holiday Sale is Dec. 7 and 8 in the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery.

Morgan Appointed to Officer of the Order of the British Empire

Sandra Morgan, director of strategic partnerships and outreach for the College of Arts & Sciences at žž��, was recen

A Kindergarten Class That CARES

A student from žž�� State's Child Development Center inspired his class to donate to žž�� State's CARES Center. 

On Her Own, But Not Alone

Tipton has gone from student to employee to founder and owner of her own communication agency in just a few years. Tipton said her educational and career journeys from Michigan to Mississippi to Ohio have been heavily influenced by God.

žž�� State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies

The žž�� alumni family grew by more than 2,300 new graduates as the university held its fall commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized with in-person commencement ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 15-16.

Thanks to Industry Partners, Student Pilots Learn How to Recognize Hypoxia While in Flight

College of Aeronautics and Engineering students such as Isabella Hinz had the opportunity to experience the condition hypoxia in the Hypoxia Recognition Training/Portable Reduced Oxygen Training Enclosure that was available Dec. 6-9 at the FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center at žž�� State Airport. 

Student Spotlight - Jake Rabinowitz

IN A FLASH: Secrets of the Statehouse

žž�� State student interns received a private tour of Ohio's Capitol Building. 

Booking the Perfect Gift

Looking for holiday gifts for the avid reader on your list? 

žž�� Press, the book publishing arm of the university, may have just what you need.  

Fall 2023 Newsletter

žž�� State Board of Trustees Approves New Cybercriminology Major

The žž�� Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a new cybercriminology major within the Bachelor of Science degree at the Board’s regular quarterly meeting held Dec. 6. The new cybercriminology major will be offered fully online, in addition to a mostly online delivery at all žž�� State campuses.

‘I’m Going to Take a More Ethical Approach to Business Standards’

Senior business major says education-abroad trip to Kigali, Rwanda, provided a new view on seeing the humanity in others.

IN A FLASH: A View of The Capitol

Students participating in žž�� State's Columbus Program in State Issues received a private tour of the Ohio Statehouse. 

Flashes at the State Capitol

Immersive internship program puts žž�� State students to work inside the Ohio Statehouse.

Finding Confidence and Courage in Self-Defense

žž�� State alumnus helps students and members of the community find their confidence in learning self-defense.

33 žž�� State Faculty Members Named Among Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide 

žž�� State's top-notch research and R1 status are showcased in a study.

Mastering the Marimba

What makes a music major want to concentrate on such a unique instrument as the marimba? Senior Matt Nowak said showed žž�� State Today that there's a lot to love.

Graduate Turns Hobby and Love of Space Into a Full-Time Career as YouTube Sensation

Isaac Arthur began his collegiate journey at žž�� State Ashtabula, building on his mother’s Golden Flash legacy.

Young Brainiacs: I PROMISE Fourth Graders Have Fun Learning Science

žž��’s Brain Health Research Institute recently welcomed 94 fourth-grade students from the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities aimed at sparking their interest in science and technology.

Master of Music in Music Education Program Receives National Recognition

žž��’s Master of Music in Music Education (MMME) program has earned a place in Intelligent.com’s Best 40 Accredited Online Master’s in Music Education Programs.

IN A FLASH: Daring Mighty Things

An inspirational message welcomes visitors to the College of Aeronautics and Engineering's new expansion.

Rubble Busters SkyHack Team Creates a Lifesaving Drone on the Fly 

Rubble Busters' innovative autonomous search and report features won a first-place award in SkyHack 2023.   

Solutions for Challenges Around the World, Presented at žž�� State

International Fulbright scholars studying at žž�� State presented their plans addressing vital issues in their home countries. 

Tiny Insects Play a Big Role in Forest Recovery

žž�� State researchers are studying the ways that insects help in the recovery of forests. 

IN A FLASH: One World, United in Dance

“Dance ’23: One World” ran from Dec. 1-3 in the E.

Relationship With Local IT Company a Win-Win

For more than 10 years, žž�� at Ashtabula has built a partnership with the technology company ID Networks, giving information technology students real-life experience in their field and helping connect them to a potential employer.  

South African Students Embraced by Their 'Cousins' Upon Arrival at žž�� State

Sounds of joyful singing could be heard coming from Oscar Ritchie Hall, when a group of nine students and their professor from the University of Fort Hare in Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa, were welcomed to žž�� as part of an exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in South Africa. 

žž�� State of Mind: Callie Cunningham - Finding My Place

Between playing in two MAC Championships, being named to the 2023 MAC All-Tournament Team, and getting involved with student leadership programs on campus in the last few years, žž�� State is where I've truly come into my own as a player and person.

Curating a Diversified Collection – One Book at a Time

Libraries are an integral part of our communities and education. They provide resources for learning, study, entertainment and culture. It is important for libraries to house collections that are as diverse as the communities they serve. Here is how žž�� State works to do that.