University News
Wanted: Environmental Health Specialists to Keep Our Air, Water and Food Safe
The shortage of environmental health specialists accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic but had begun well before the that, according to Matthew Stefanak, a semi-retired faculty member and a "public health ambassador" with the College of Public Health, which helps to create career-ready graduates for this in-demand field.
Cleveland State University and Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University to Honor Late Dr. Michael Schwartz on Feb. 8
Cleveland State University and Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom. Schwartz served as president of both universities.
IN A FLASH: Young Golden Flash Fans Pack the MACC
On a special field trip day, more than 1,500 students from local elementary schools cheered Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s women's basketball team to victory.
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Closed Jan. 15 for MLK Day, Spring Classes Begin Jan. 16
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University will be closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. University offices will reopen on Jan. 16, which is also the start of spring classes. Save the date: The university will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 1 in the Kent…
Engineering Professor Wins Farris Family Award for Pursuing Research Into Clean Energy Fuels
Dhruba Panthi, Ph.D., assistant professor of Engineering Technology at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University at Tuscarawas, is this year’s winner of the Farris Family Innovation Award. His research focuses on hydrogen fuel because its only byproduct is water, which is harmless to the environment, unlike other fuels that result in carbon dioxide emissions that pose a great environmental threat.
‘Only One Dr. Martin Luther King Comes Along in a Lifetime’
In a "lost" interview, former U.S. Congressman and civil rights leader Louis Stokes shares his thoughts on the role of students in shaping the future, the state of civil rights and his friendship with Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit
Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.
Happy Birthday, President McGilvrey!
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University forward today.
Michael Schwartz, Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Ninth President, Dies at 86
The Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University community is remembering the legacy of its ninth president, Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who died on Jan. 2, 2024, following a long illness. He was 86.
IN A FLASH: Views From Karamu
Members of the Fall Class of 2023 participated in the Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados pre-commencement ceremony.
