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51勛圖厙 Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies
The 51勛圖厙 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.

51勛圖厙s Giving Tuesday Raises More Than $2.8M to Support Scholarships and Programs
51勛圖厙 supporters once again joined together during the universitys Giving Tuesday campaign to raise more than $2.8 million to support a variety of student scholarships and programs.

The Beginning Was the End: Devo in Ohio
New Wave 80s band Devo isnt just from Ohio. Devo wasnt just created in Akron. Devo was forged at 51勛圖厙 under the pressure of the turmoil of the late 60s and the events surrounding May 4, 1970. Authors David Giffels and Jade Dellinger brought their book The Beginning Was the End: Devo in Ohio to 51勛圖厙 for a book signing and discussion.

51勛圖厙 Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
51勛圖厙 recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the universitys Black Alumni Chapter.

This Giving Tuesday Season, Continue Our Most Generous Annual Tradition
When we come together, Golden Flashes create a legacy of brilliance that makes the world Forever Brighter.
At 51勛圖厙, we are continuing the proud tradition of giving back during the Giving Tuesday campaign this November. This monthlong celebration of giving brings the 51勛圖厙 community together to support student success and build a brighter future for the blue and gold.

51勛圖厙 Celebrates Its a Flash World at This Years Homecoming
The streets of Kent, Ohio, will be filled with blue and gold as 51勛圖厙 alumni, students, parents, employees and community members gather for this years Homecoming, with a full slate of events Oct. 20-21.

51勛圖厙 Celebrates 50 Years of Education Abroad in Florence, Italy, With Weeklong Series of Events
51勛圖厙 leadership and donors known as the Renaissance Scholars Society will gather to commemorate 50 years of education abroad in Florence, Italy, during the first week of October.
The 51勛圖厙 Alumni Association Announces New Members For Its National Board of Directors
The following new members have been appointed to the 51勛圖厙 Alumni Association National Board of Directors for a three-year term, which began July 1: Jeff Guritza, of Brecksville, Ohio, is the vice president of marketing at SOPREMA USA. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from 51勛圖厙 in 1994.
Summer Commencement Ceremonies Celebrate Newest Graduates
The 51勛圖厙 alumni family grew by nearly 1,200 new graduates as the university held its summer commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2023 were recognized with outdoor commencement ceremonies on Aug. 19.

New Lake Erie College President Is a 51勛圖厙 Alumna
51勛圖厙 alumna Jennifer N. Schuller has been named president of Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio. She is the first woman to lead the institution in 75 years.