Students First

IN A FLASH: Late Night at The Library
Each year as part of KSU Kickoff, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State's University Library invites incoming students to get to know the library with games, giveaways and free pizza at Late Night at The Library.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Alumni Tell a Tale of Success for TRIO Student Support Services
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is celebrating another five years of federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program that helps propel first-generation college students, students from limited-income backgrounds and students with disabilities to academic success.

Movin’ on Up: Students Begin Arriving at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State for the 2025 Fall Semester
Filled-to-the-brim plastic totes, computers, desk lamps, excited students and harried parents – it’s the first day of move-in for ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµâ€™s 2025 Fall Semester. The annual arrival of students to their residence halls began on Wednesday, Aug. 13, on the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Campus.

‘I’m Looking Forward to It; Crossing the Stage as a Graduate, Instead of as a Planner'
After planning and supporting hundreds of ceremonies and events at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State, Lisa O'Connell, director of University Events and Protocol, got a graduate's-eye-view of summer commencement ceremonies as she walked the stage to receive her graduate degree as part of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State's Class of 2025.

IN A FLASH: Chasing Darwin
This summer, a group of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State students enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime education-abroad experience in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

Christian Siriano: ‘ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Interns Are Always Amazing’
Acclaimed New York fashion designer Christian Siriano told ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ School of Fashion students to practice their craft with dedication, accept criticism and learn from it, but to remember that they will never please everyone.

Cheers to the Summer Class of 2025: ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Celebrates New Graduates
The ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates from its eight-campus system across Ohio as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2025 will be recognized with a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9.

IN A FLASH: A Place of Quiet Contemplation
Dedicated in April 2015, The Student Memorial Garden on Manchester Field was created as a place of reflection and remembrance of all ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State students who have died.

Eagle Scout Project Provides ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Students a Place to Hang Out
Copley High School senior Grant Hyne developed Hammock Hangout on the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Campus as part of an Eagle Scout service project.

IN A FLASH: The Halls of Science
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State’s Annual Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase offers an opportunity for student researchers to present posters showcasing their explorations and findings in all areas of environmental research and design.