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Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ graduate and Goodyear Blimp pilot Adam Basaran

How Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Prepares Pilots to Master the Skies … Even the Blimp!

Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering thoroughly prepares graduates for successful careers in aviation – whether that means piloting a fixed-wing airplane or one of America’s most beloved aircraft. 

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Antonio Gates at HOF

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Alumnus Antonio Gates Takes First Steps Toward Enshrinement

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University alumnus Antonio Gates has begun his journey to football immortality, recently visiting the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, to meet with officials and begin preparations for his enshrinement. The former basketball standout at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ will become just the second Golden Flash to earn a gold jacket, joining linebacker Jack Lambert who was enshrined in 1990.

Tags: University News , Sports , Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement , Alumni , Nationally Distinctive , Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Bertice Berry, Ph.D. at her desk

‘This Is an Aspect of Wanting to Share Black History in a Way That Is Hopeful’

Accomplished sociologist, TV host, podcaster, author Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumna Bertice Berry, Ph.D.,used her alma mater as a familiar setting for her book "BlackWorld," which explores a "unique corner of heaven" where the living can visit with and learn from the deceased. She also some of her memories of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ and personal insights into the university's place in history. 

Tags: Alumni , Department of Sociology and Criminology , Black History Month , Nationally Distinctive , Arts & Culture

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View from inside Rocket Arena

IN A FLASH: Photo Field Trip

A photo team from Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Tower of Snow statue in winter

What’s That Statue Near the Esplanade Arch?

A dramatic, 15-foot-tall bronze sculpture stands on the Lefton Esplanade near the intersection of East Main Street and Haymaker Parkway. It’s a gift from a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumnus and outstanding supporter of the university. 

Tags: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement , Alumni , Community Impact , Sculpture , Arts & Culture

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Biennial Alumni Exhibition 2025

IN A FLASH: Alumni Art Show Ends Friday

The inaugural Biennial Alumni Exhibition, currently on display in two galleries inside Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Center for the Visual Arts, opened on Jan. 17 and will end on Feb. 21. 

Tags: Center for the Visual Arts , Alumni , School of Art , Nationally Distinctive , Arts & Culture

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Pro Football Hall Of Fame

Former Golden Flashes Named Pro Football Hall of Fame Semifinalists

Antonio Gates and James Harrison, two Golden Flashes alumni who took drastically different paths to professional football stardom, now find themselves a step closer to football immortality as semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025.

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Several glass awards for the 2024 College of Aeronautics and Engineering Alumni Awards Ceremony

College of Aeronautics and Engineering Honors Excellence at Awards Ceremony

The College of Aeronautics and Engineering at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University celebrated outstanding achievement and dedication at its annual awards ceremony on Thursday, November 7, recognizing distinguished alumni, corporate partners, faculty, staff, and students.Tim ‘06 and Kris Palcho ’90, ’16 were both h…

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Montana Fassnacht

From Student to Mentor: A Passionate Journey in Music Education

Montana (Hollis) Fassnacht’s path from student to educator highlights the transformative power of passion and commitment. 

Tags: Music Education , School of Music , Alumni , Alumni Success Story , Hugh A. Glauser School of Music

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Jim Sebastian speaking at the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Alumni Association Awards ceremony after receiving the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Advocacy Award.

Alumni Spotlight - Jim Sebastian

Jim "SeaBass" Sebastian, a distinguished alumnus of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, has been awarded the 2024 Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Advocacy Award for his exceptional contributions to his alma mater and its students.

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