University News

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Summer Commencement Ceremony
The ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony on Aug. 10.

IN A FLASH: Getting Campus Ready
Throughout the year, all around campus, dedicated people work hard to keep everything at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State in working order and looking great.

IN A FLASH: The Spirit of Summer
While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Raises $383 Million in Record-Breaking Fundraising Campaign
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ recently concluded its most successful fundraising campaign in its 114-year history. The Forever Brighter campaign ended in June 2024, having raised more than $383.2 million total.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Fashion Program Stitches Path to Success for Local Designer
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State's School of Fashion taught Liam Aberle everything he knows about the industry.
IN A FLASH: A Warm Welcome for Visiting Families
Summer Preview KSU days give high school and transfer students and their families an opportunity to get to know ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State.

International Student-Athletes Find Second Home at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State's international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home.
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State’s ‘Mobile Flashes’ Program Brings Student Support to Area Seniors
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State's College of Public Health has launched a three-year initiative, funded by Medical Mutual, to enhance senior health and wellness in Greater Cleveland.

Prospective Students Get Warm Welcome and Star Treatment
On July 19 and 26, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Admissions welcomes high school students and transfer students to campus for student-led tours. Visiting students and their parents learn about life at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State, support services, programs of study and, sometimes, get to meet campus celebrities.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Gridiron Star Scores Big With Cajun Food Business
Former ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ football player Will Matthews continues to find success with his Southern Comfort Kitchen food truck and restaurant. He first came up with the idea while a student at the university.