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A covering of snow blankets the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø campus.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2

51³Ô¹ÏÍø will be closed from Dec. 22, 2023, through Jan. 1, 2024. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2024. Spring classes begin on Jan. 16, 2024. To see a list of state-designated holidays and dates when the university is closed, please visit 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s Academic Calendar.

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Graduates and their loved ones celebrated at 2023 Fall Commencements

IN A FLASH: Overwhelming Pride

Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø welcomed its newest class of graduates. 

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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø School of Fashion grad Dara Broadous

Designing Her Own Wedding Dress Was as Simple as 1,2,3,4

51³Ô¹ÏÍø's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.

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Cybersecurity at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Stark

Be Cyber Safe: Cybersecurity Courses for 2024

Cybersecurity precautions can save you and your information from malware and other cyberattacks. Start your 2024 off right by becoming confident in your cybersecurity with the Division of Information Technology's new "Elevate Your Cyber IQ" modules to learn about viruses and malware, mobile device security, travel and more.

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A student works on a computer.

New 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Online Programs Aim to Help Fill Expected Workforce Needs of Cannabis Industry

Green Flower, an industry leader in cannabis education and training since 2014, is partnering with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to launch four new cannabis-related certificate programs to prepare students for the emerging industry in the state.

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Lewis and President Diacon

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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø President Todd Diacon to discuss the creative inspiration for her winning design selected in a recent holiday card design competition.

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Alumni and Giving

Student-made blown glass items at the School of Art Holiday Sale

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.

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CDC kindergarten class visiting the Giving Tree at the CARES Center

A Kindergarten Class That CARES

A student from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Child Development Center inspired his class to donate to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's CARES Center. 

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A new 51³Ô¹ÏÍø graduate smiles as she holds her diploma during her commencement ceremony.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies

The 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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.

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The FAA and the College of Aeronautics and Engineering held hypoxia recognition training

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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Airport. 

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