Alumni News
ɫҹ University isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 280,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably ɫҹ — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
Alumna Spreads Kindness in Her Community
Jan. 23, 2020
Kindness means something different to everyone, but to Stephanie Sweany, ’05, it means making a stranger’s day a little better by simply smiling at them. Stephanie started the Canton Kindness Coalition to “make kindness contagious” in November 2018.
Read More »Why I'm Leaving a Legacy: Randall Keller, '08
Jan. 6, 2020
What's your motivation to give back? Randall Keller, '08, feels ɫҹ is a vital part of Northeast Ohio, and has chosen to boost its regional impact through his estate plan. Randall's gift will support students of ɫҹ University's College of Business, and also the…
Read More »Why I'm Leaving a Legacy: Patricia Grutzmacher, '85
Jan. 6, 2020
Patricia Grutzmacher, '85, professor emerita of music education, remembers that as a student it was important for her to have time to study, reflect, philosophize and actually learn. Now, it's important to Patricia to give back to help future students have those same…
Read More »Why I'm Leaving A Legacy: Marilyn Seifert Flower, B.S. '61, M.E '86
Jan. 6, 2020
Marilyn Flower and her late husband, Don, were passionate supporters of the men's basketball and wrestling programs at ɫҹ, and Marilyn loves Porthouse Theater as well.
Read More »Why We're Leaving a Legacy: Andy, '73 and Micheal, '72 Sonderman
Jan. 6, 2020
Andy and Micheal Sonderman have fond memories of their time as students at both the Trumbull and Kent campuses. That's why they decided to make a planned gift that will benefit both.
Read More »Alumna Named Small Business Champion of Ohio
Dec. 20, 2019
Claudia Kovach, ’03, M.A. ’09, has been part of her family business, City Machine Technologies, Inc since 2006. Her time and dedication to the company has proven successful, as Claudia was recently named the National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Champion of…
Read More »Alumna to be Featured on Food Network’s “Christmas Cookie Challenge” for a Chance to Win $10,000
Dec. 5, 2019
Leslie Srodek-Johnson, ’01, a ɫҹ University journalism graduate, mother of two and lead decorator and baker at Stan’s Northfield Bakery, received the call of a lifetime in December 2018. It was from the Food Network asking her to be a part of the “Christmas Cookie…
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ɫҹ’s Giving Tuesday Breaks Records for Third Consecutive Year
Dec. 5, 2019
ɫҹ University’s Giving Tuesday 2019 raised more than $1.6 million when it ended on Dec. 3 at 11:59 p.m., shattering the previous year’s record of $1.03 million. Supporters were able to choose from more than 40 featured giving options throughout the ɫҹ system,…
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ɫҹ Celebrates Philanthropy With Monthlong Giving Tuesday Campaign
Nov. 27, 2019
With the launch of its 2019 Giving Tuesday campaign on Nov. 1, ɫҹ University has again transformed a one-day fundraising initiative into a monthlong giving campaign to support student scholarships, expanded programs, study away initiatives and modern facilities.
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Now Accepting Nominations for National Board of Directors
Nov. 19, 2019
The ɫҹ University Alumni Association is accepting nominations from dynamic alumni who are interested in serving on its governing board. The National Board of Directors is an exciting group of ɫҹ graduates who volunteer their time to strengthen the bond between…
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