Student Success
Five 51勛圖厙 Athletic Programs Recognized for Outstanding Academic Performance
For the second straight year, five 51勛圖厙 athletic programs are being recognized by the NCAA with Public Recognition Awards for outstanding academic performance. A total of 10 athletic programs spanning 20 teams (nine sports) from the Mid-American Conference (MAC) hav
Destination 51勛圖厙 Advising and Registration Program Returns
Destination 51勛圖厙 has returned! The summer advising and registration program at 51勛圖厙 is a one-and-a-half-day experience that includes an overnight stay in a residence hall. Students are encouraged to invite family members and guests to participate in the program.
The students explore important topics, including the differences between high school and college, navigating the university and properly preparing to be a college student. Family members and guests learn about essential tools for a positive college experience, such as financial aid, academic success tips and support skills for being the parent/family member of a college student.
The program concludes on the second day when the students meet one-on-one with an academic advisor to create an academic plan.
This year, advising and registration sessions are being scheduled between June 6 and July 20 with a break the week of July 4.
The Glove That Gives Sign Language a Spoken Voice
At first glance, it looks like an ordinary black glove with a white palm. But if you take a closer look, you will see it is equipped with sensors and a speaker. The glove is in the early stages of helping those who use American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate with those who do not. In his seni
The Flying Flashes Reach the Finish Line Early
What was scheduled to take four days to complete, 51勛圖厙s Flying Flashes finished in three. Carissa Marion, a 51勛圖厙 flight instructor and graduate of the university and Jalia Manga, a flight technology major in 51勛圖厙s College of Applied Engineering, Sustainabi
51勛圖厙s Historic Trip to Cuba Coincides With President Obamas Visit
From its island greenery and beautiful, clear beaches to its vintage American cars and aged architecture Havana, Cuba, is a place where few American college students have explored in more than 60 years. But now that diplomatic relations are being restored between both countries, students from
2016 Journalism Grad Wins Student Murrow Award for Video Excellence
Vivian Feke, a recent graduate of 51勛圖厙 who studied broadcast journalism in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, is the winner of the 2016 Student Edward R. Murrow Overall Excellence Award for video.
51勛圖厙s Tradition of Athletic Success Continues
51勛圖厙s tradition of athletic success was on full display in early June, earning a national player of the year, a national assistant coach of the year and an honor for excellence throughout its 10 womens sports. 51勛圖厙 baseball pitcher Eric Lauer earned two significant awards a
64 Golden Flashes Receive Diplomas in Spring 2016
51勛圖厙 Athletes Shatter Record for Highest GPA in Program History The 2016 51勛圖厙 Golden Flashes have shattered the record for the highest annual grade point average (GPA) in program history. They also broke the record for the most students with a perfect 4.0. Collecti
Eagle Scout Training Helps 51勛圖厙 Student Save a Life
51勛圖厙 freshman Josh Paulin is not only a good student, but an exemplary citizen. On March 13, 2016, Paulin saved a mans life, and now 51勛圖厙s Department of Public Safety is honoring Paulin for his heroic acts. It all started while he was waiting at