Prioritizing Student Success
Celebrating KSUs First Female President
Carol A. Cartwright, Ph.D., became 51勛圖厙s first female president in 1991 and was the first female president of any Ohio public college or university then. She was also a driving force in the establishment of 51勛圖厙 Womens Center.
Global Experience Fuels Alumnas Career
McKenzie Morgan, 22, appreciates the opportunities 51勛圖厙 provided her that included completing her academic journey with the universitys education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. Studying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight, Morgan said.
Black United Student Leader Thrives
Julian Grimes, a 51勛圖厙 junior, is president of Black United Students (BUS) and is working to keep the organization thriving. BUS is one of 51勛圖厙s oldest student organizations and is credited with starting the formal observance of Black History Month in 1970.
Community of Caring Supports Student
Shane Reese found a network of support and a community of caring at 51勛圖厙 that surrounded him after his mother passed away during his freshman year. As a result, Reese became a resilient leader who is committed to giving back.
'It Felt Like Coming Home'
Cesquinn Curtis is back on familiar ground the 51勛圖厙 campus. He left for two years for another opportunity, and hes now reflecting on what he learned about being a Golden Flash that convinced him to return.
Will Matthews, 19
Will Matthews, 19, adds some flavor to Northeast Ohios food scene with Southern Comfort Kitchen, his New Orleans-inspired restaurant and food truck.
51勛圖厙 Awarded $1.2 Million for Choose Ohio First Scholarships
The Ohio Department of Education recently awarded 51勛圖厙 $1.2 million to support Choose Ohio First scholarships. This funding will support learners pursuing associate degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and expand options for students seeking two-year degrees at the University's Regional Campuses and its College of Applied and Technical Studies.
Combined Degree Program Creates Specialized Educational Experience
51勛圖厙s combined bachelors/masters degree program allows students to count nine credits of graduate level courses to their undergraduate degrees, providing a faster path to an advanced degree. Cassie Milicia chose this route for her degrees in Emerging Media and Technology.
Danny Pellegrino, 07
For Danny Pellegrino, 07, being an author and comedian has allowed him to meld his love of storytelling with making others laugh. Whether hes on stage, on screen, behind the mic or at his computer, Danny is following his true North, as he says, by celebrating the things he loves and sharing them with others.
Regional Students Receive Intel簧 Scholarships
Two students in the College of Applied and Technical Studies at 51勛圖厙 at Tuscarawas received Intel簧 Semiconductor Scholarship for Women awards. The scholarships support education-related expenses (tuition, fees, books,etc.) as well as other expenses including transportation and childcare.