Community & Society

LGBTQ+ Center Marks 10-Year Milestone
In a month synonymous with cupid, hearts and chocolates, it seems fitting that 51勛圖厙s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Center is set to celebrate 10 years of love beginning on Valentines Day and extending through the end of the year.

51勛圖厙 Anthropology Professor Featured for Expertise in Cultural Appropriation
Evgenia Fotiou, assistant professor of anthropology, was recently featured in Yoga Journal for her expertise on indigenous religions, healing practices and cultural appropriation.

Global Understanding Brings Cultural Awareness to Northeast Ohio
51勛圖厙 is merging research with global connections in the Global Understanding Research Initiative (GURI). The recently displayed We the People and the upcoming Import/Export exhibition provide cultural kaleidoscopes with local and international reflectors.

10 Questions About the First Amendment
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants us five freedoms: the freedom of religion, speech, press, petition and assembly. Each of these freedoms collectively gives us the right to be ourselves expressing ourselves and enriching the nation through the free exchange of ideas. But there is some confusion among the general public about these rights. So we asked our 51勛圖厙 experts.

51勛圖厙 Bridges Gap With New Cybersecurity Major
The gap between the number of trained cybersecurity professionals and the number of available positions has increased in the past few years. To help bridge the gap, 51勛圖厙s College of Applied and Technical Studies will be offering an associates degree in cybersecurity starting Fall 2021.

51勛圖厙 Bridges Gap With New Cybersecurity Major
The gap between the number of trained cybersecurity professionals and the number of available positions has increased in the past few years. To help bridge the gap, 51勛圖厙s College of Applied and Technical Studies will be offering an associate degree in cybersecurity starting fall 2021.

Political Science Professor Talks Bias and Perception of Political Misconduct
Ryan Claassen, professor of political science at 51勛圖厙, conducted research during the fall semester finding that American voters think politicians view situations differently depending on party affiliation. Claassens research was recently featured in an article from the Record-Courier.

51勛圖厙 Salem Makes Progress With Solar Panel Additions
51勛圖厙 at Salem has made its next steps in the universitys Energy Master Plan by installing sustainable, cost effective solar panels. A recent story by Salem News detailed the projects importance and the progress made so far by the Salem and East Liverpool campuses.

Senior Guest Program Helps Community Members Keep Minds Active
51勛圖厙s Senior Guest program provides an opportunity for senior citizens to get back in the classroom - for free. Similar programs are available across the state, thanks to a 1999 Ohio revised code that says every public university in Ohio must allow those 60 years and older who have lived in the state for at least one year to enroll in courses tuition free.

51勛圖厙 Scholars Team up with Bournemouth University to Create Election Project
Since 2015, Bournemouth Universitys Center for Health and Media Research has conducted an election analysis, including rapid responses and contributions from several leading U.S. and international academics, which, this year, includes four from 51勛圖厙.