University News

Childhood Dream of Teaching Turns Into Distinguished Teaching Award
Julie Cremeans-Smith's, Ph.D., passion for educating isn’t new. The professor of Psychological Sciences at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø at Stark said she’s wanted to be a teacher since she was young. Her dreams came true and glowing nominations sent by students and faculty members earned Cremeans-Smith a 2021 Distinguished Teaching Award. This award is sponsored by the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association and is presented to three faculty members annually.

Leadership Update
51³Ô¹ÏÍø President Todd Diacon updated the university community on recent actions regarding the senior administration of the university.
Students: Starting the Spring Semester Safely
Faculty: Starting the Spring Semester Safely
Staff: Starting the Spring Semester Safely

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Approves 26 Named Spaces in New Crawford Hall in Recognition of $10.7 Million in Philanthropic Gifts
During its regular quarterly meeting held Wednesday, Dec. 15, the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Board of Trustees approved naming resolutions for 17 spaces to be located in the future Crawford Hall based on philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more. An additional nine named spaces were approved by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø President Todd Diacon that were below the required Board approval threshold.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Falls to Wyoming in Famous Idaho Potato Bowl
51³Ô¹ÏÍø jumped out to an early lead, but the Wyoming rushing attack was just too powerful as the Cowboys defeated the Golden Flashes 52-38.
