University News
As Nursing Salaries Surge, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Positions Graduates for Prosperity in Booming Healthcare Market
An Ohio nurse earning $95,000–$110,000 has comparable or better real purchasing power than a nurse earning $150,000 in California or New York, setting the stage for a measurable difference for ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì nursing graduates who stay in Ohio.
IN A FLASH: An End and a Beginning
Commencements as a foundational activity of a university are memorable days filled with emotions - some celebratory, some bittersweet.
Student Nominations Propel Jared Brown to Distinguished Advising Honor
Jared Brown doesn’t just build schedules; he builds confidence. His ability to turn academic stress into actionable solutions has made him more than just an advisor; it has made him the latest recipient of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University's Distinguished Advising Award.
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Celebrates Nearly 5,000 New Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University will honor nearly 5,000 graduates from its eight-campus system during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 7-9 and May 15. The ceremonies will be livestreamed on the commencement website.
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Marks 56th Anniversary of May 4, 1970, With Commemoration on the Commons
Fifty-six years after the Ohio National Guard opened fire on student protesters at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University, killing four and wounding nine, the university community gathered once again on the May 4 site at the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Commons to bear witness, reflect and reaffirm its commitment to preserving the legacy of that day.
May 4 Shooting Victim Inspires Students With Disabilities to Embrace Their Own
Dean Kahler is often quoted as saying he only had one bad day at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University.
That day was May 4, 1970, when an Ohio National Guardsman’s bullet struck Kahler as he stood under a tree watching, from what he thought was a safe distance, a student protest against the escalation of the War in Vietnam. When the National Guard fired on the students, a bullet pierced Kahler’s spine, leaving him paralyzed and wheelchair bound for the rest of his life.
A Growing Legacy for ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s 18th Year as a Tree Campus
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì marked Arbor Day with tree plantings at multiple locations across campus, bringing together students, staff and local children for a day focused on sustainability.
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Marks Earth Day with Campus Wide Celebration of Sustainability and Research
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University celebrated Earth Day with a campus-wide series of events that blended hands-on education, student research and community partnerships. From the Earth Fest on Risman Plaza to the scientific posters at the Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase and the Electric Vehicle Showcase, the day’s activities highlighted how sustainability is woven into academic life.
Protector of History: Alan Canfora Collection to be Dedicated at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University Libraries
The largest private collection of documents and materials relating to the May 4, 1970, shootings at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University, amassed by survivor Alan Canfora, will be formally dedicated by University Libraries’ Special Collections and Archives on May
From Hardship to the Gavel: Ivory Kendrick’s Journey as ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s USG President
A public health senior who once faced homelessness after losing his father is now leaving a lasting mark on student government — and preparing to continue his impact in graduate school.
