Alumni News
СƬƵ isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 280,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably СƬƵ — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
СƬƵ’s New President Todd Diacon to Serve as 2019 Homecoming Grand Marshal
Sept. 5, 2019
Last year, СƬƵ celebrated 100 years of Homecoming. This year, the university starts the next century of СƬƵ Homecoming celebrations with a new president leading the institution.
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СƬƵ to Gather for 49th Annual May 4 Commemoration, Host Renowned Journalist Bob Woodward
May 1, 2019
СƬƵ will hold the 49th commemoration of the historic events of May 4, 1970, where protesting students, observers and soldiers gathered on that fateful day when the Ohio National Guard shot and killed four students and wounded nine others on the Kent Campus…
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Flashes Make Global Impact During Biggest Service Day Yet
May 1, 2019
From New York to Brazil, alumni across the globe joined together to make a difference in their communities on Saturday, April 27. This year, 860 participants logged 2,383 volunteer hours at 45 different service sites, making it the largest in the event's 11-year history.…
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Chapter Spotlight: Southern California Alumni Chapter
April 30, 2019
The Southern California Alumni Chapter engages over 2,000 alumni in Southern California. From participating in Alumni Day of Service to watching the Anaheim Angels vs. the Cleveland Indians each summer, there is always something going on to connect alumni. We caught up…
Read More »Alumnus Earns Valuable Degree from Across the Country and Lands Unique Job at Sea
April 30, 2019
Thanks to Tim Novotny’s, ’14, master’s degree in public relations, which he earned online, he is now the Communications Manager for the Oregon Dungeness Crab Commission. The commission’s mission is to enhance the Dungeness crab industry’s image and offer profitable…
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СƬƵ’s May 4 Visitors Center Celebrates Life With “Bill: An All-American Boy” Exhibition
April 26, 2019
From April 22 to Aug. 1, СƬƵ’s May 4 Visitors Center will honor Bill Schroeder’s life with an exhibition titled “Bill: An All-American Boy.” Mr. Schroeder’s sister, Nancy Tuttle, and nephew, David Tuttle, helped create the exhibition by loaning some of his…
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Alumni Spotlight - Ali Salih ’05
April 10, 2019
Ali Salih ’05, IT consultant at Blue Chip Consulting Group.
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New Opportunities for Young Alumni
April 1, 2019
Under the age of 35 and looking to re-engage with your alma mater and fellow Flashes? Then some of the new events and programs developed specifically for СƬƵ young alumni may be for you.
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Chapter Spotlight: National Capital Alumni Chapter
March 26, 2019
The National Capital Alumni Chapter hosts events and programs that engage almost 3,000 alumni living in the greater Washington D.C. area. From private tours at museums to participating in Alumni Day of Service, there is always something going on in the D.C. area to connect…
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Chapter Spotlight: Greater Cleveland Alumni Chapter
Feb. 27, 2019
The Greater Cleveland Alumni Chapter hosts networking and alumni events for more than 25,000 СƬƵ alumni living in the Cleveland area. From fun gatherings at Cleveland hot spots to participating in Alumni Day of Service, there is always something going on in Cleveland to…
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