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A student takes part in the 2024 game creation challenge.

‘Let’s Make the Rules’ – Game Creation Challenge Set for DI HUB

Board games, card games and computer games are all fair game at the second annual Let’s Make the Rules: A Game Creation Experiencea design challenge open to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï students who have an idea for a new game.

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Flash Focus: Maura Dougherty

Meet Maura Dougherty, a senior theatre studies major with a focus on performance from Pittsburgh. From acting in elementary and high school productions to working at a theatre for young audiences for five years, Dougherty has consistently pursued her passion for the performing arts.

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Blast Off 2024

Take a Fresh Look at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Student Organizations on Jan. 17

Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.

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Winter 2024-2025

IN A FLASH: Back To Classes

Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.

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IN A FLASH: A Snowy Welcome

Significant snowfall in the last few days has given campus an extreme makeover from the way it looked before winter break.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive , Spring Semester , Student Life

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Attend January Events on Campus for a Chance to Win!

After winter break, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s Center for Student Involvement is welcoming students back to campus and on-campus events with a chance to win a ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State tumbler. 

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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Nursing Students at Walt Disney World

From Clinicals to Canines

Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues. 

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Student Success ‘My Greatest Joy’

Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Ciesla, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.

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Fall 2024 Move-In Days

IN A FLASH: Move-in Memories

Before students return to campus for Spring Semester, "In A Flash" takes a look back at Move-In Days last fall. 

Tags: Department of Residential Services , Housing , Student Life , Nationally Distinctive

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Karamu 2024

IN A FLASH: A Rite of Passage

Presented by ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center, Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is a pre-commencement ceremony celebrating diversity and the accomplishments of graduating seniors. 

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