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‘I Felt Like I Was Being Welcomed Into a Community’

Fostering Pathways for Bright Futures is an innovative program within ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's University Outreach and Engagement that provides academic, emotional and social support while connecting young people to opportunities in higher education. It's making a real impact for students.

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It's never too late to earn a ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì degree. Linda Putaturo celebrates earning her bachelor's degree in December 2025 after returning to college to finish a degree she started decades earlier.

Crossing the Degree Finish Line at Last

Every semester, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University reopens the door to a diploma for students who left college without finishing a degree.

A job opportunity, a family crisis, military service or running out of money – there are many reasons why students leave college without completing their studies.

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Flash Focus: Monica Fencil

Meet Monica Fencil, a junior exercise science major with a concentration in pre-physical therapy, from Butler, Pennsylvania. Fencil’s interest in the health field began early, shaped by being surrounded by family members who worked in healthcare.  

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Rick Sprague and son Tristen Sprague, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University police officers

Family Ties at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Police Services and Beyond

Meet the Sprague family and their unique tie to ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University. After retiring as an Ohio State Trooper, Rick Sprague accepted a position with the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì police services last year. His son, Officer Tristan Sprague, also joined the police department last year. In the fall, Rick Sprague’s two daughters enrolled at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì, making the family’s service to the campus community all the more meaningful.

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Flash Focus: Jordan Anamasi

Meet Jordan Anamasi, a senior environmental studies major with a minor in park management from Avon, Ohio, whose passions have grown for and through her experiences with nature.

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Convenience and Connection Drive Thriving Campus Life

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University is experiencing a healthy demand for on-campus housing as more students recognize the benefits of living in the heart of campus. For many students, it is not just about the proximity to campus and classes but also the connection. 

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KSU Mobile for Flashes on the Go

Keeping up with ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University's campus, classes and events can be a challenge. However, the updated ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University mobile app (KSU Mobile) has a new refreshing look that makes it more user-friendly and tailored to both student, faculty and staff needs.

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IN A FLASH: Keeping Campus Looking Great - and Safe!

During Winter Break and all throughout the year, in every season, the dedicated people of University Facilities Management work to keep all of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's campuses running smoothly and looking great.

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IN A FLASH: Scenes From a Semester - Fall 2025

Student photographers working in University Communications and Marketing helped capture the moments and memories of Fall Semester 2025.

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IN A FLASH: Scenes From Fall Commencement

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University conferred degrees to more than 2,400 new graduates in Fall Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 13 at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center.

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