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Lisa O'Connell at the MACC.

‘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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì, 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's Class of 2025. 

Tags: Summer Commencement, University News, Student Life, Students First

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Summer 2025 Commencement

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Celebrates Newest Graduates

The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University alumni family grew by more than 1,000 new graduates from its eight-campus system across Ohio as the university held its summer commencement ceremony. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2025 were recognized with a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9. 

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A new ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University graduate smiles as she holds her diploma during her commencement ceremony. (Photo credit: Bob Christy, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University)

Cheers to the Summer Class of 2025: ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Celebrates New Graduates

The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University 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. 

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Alumni Antonio Gates at the Pro Football Hall of Fame

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Alumni to Shine During Pro Football Hall of Fame Week

Two ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University alumni will be in the spotlight this week as the Pro Football Hall of Fame celebrates its Class of 2025, with Antonio Gates set for enshrinement Saturday and Mary Kay Cabot receiving prestigious recognition for her four decades of sports journalism excellence.

Tags: Sports, University News, Nationally Distinctive

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The fountain at the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Student Memorial Garden.

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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì students who have died. 

Tags: Students First, University News, Community & Society, University Facilities Management

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A rendering of upcoming construction on East Main Street.

In a Roundabout Way: East Main Street Construction to Begin on Kent Campus

Orange barrels will soon appear on a three-quarter-mile stretch of Ohio Route 59/East Main Street that runs through ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University’s Front Campus, marking the start of a three-year construction project to make the thoroughfare safer and more attractive.

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Ethan Wenk, senior engineering technology major in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, had the opportunity to participate in the SURE program.

Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Prepares Students for Their Future Careers

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience is a great opportunity for undergraduate researchers such as Ethan Wenk to work directly with a faculty mentor, gain valuable experience to clarify career and educational goals, enhance research skills and gain academic insight.

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The American flag flies on a flagpole on campus.

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Closed July 4 for Independence Day

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University will be closed July 4 to observe Independence Day. No classes are scheduled on the holiday, and university offices are closed. The university will resume normal operations on July 7.

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‘All Three Were Very Honorable, Good Men’

A Mantua woman who worked at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì in the Office of the President from 1951 to 1971 recently celebrated her 110th birthday. She recalls her time at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì and shares a few reflections from her long life. 

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Crawford Fountain

IN A FLASH: The Fountain Is ON!

Water flowed for the first time in the newly completed Crawford Fountain in the courtyard outside Crawford Hall, home of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship. 

Tags: University News, Community Impact, Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, University Facilities Management, Office of the University Architect

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