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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Alumni Tell a Tale of Success for TRIO Student Support Services

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï is celebrating another five years of federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program that helps propel first-generation college students, students from limited-income backgrounds and students with disabilities to academic success.

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Student volunteers help new students move into their residence halls.

Movin’ on Up: Students Begin Arriving at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State for the 2025 Fall Semester

Filled-to-the-brim plastic totes, computers, desk lamps, excited students and harried parents – it’s the first day of move-in for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s 2025 Fall Semester. The annual arrival of students to their residence halls began on Wednesday, Aug. 13, on the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Campus.

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President Diacon Delivers Summer Commencement Address 2025

‘Think ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï the Plight of Others Even As You Encounter Your Own Difficulties’

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï President Todd Diacon offered graduates an unconventional yet powerful message during the August 2025 commencement ceremony, weaving together personal experiences, a global perspective and practical wisdom in an address focused on resilience, empathy and maintaining a healthy perspective throughout life.

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Lisa O'Connell Receives Her Degree at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's August 2025 Ceremony

‘I’m Looking Forward to It; Crossing the Stage as a Graduate, Instead of as a Planner'

After planning and supporting hundreds of ceremonies and events at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State, Lisa O'Connell, director of University Events and Protocol, got a graduate's-eye-view of summer commencement ceremonies as she walked the stage to receive her graduate degree as part of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's Class of 2025. 

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Summer 2025 Commencement

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Celebrates Newest Graduates

The ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï alumni family grew by more than 1,000 new graduates from its eight-campus system across Ohio as the university held its summer commencement ceremony. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2025 were recognized with a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9. 

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A new ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï graduate smiles as she holds her diploma during her commencement ceremony. (Photo credit: Bob Christy, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï)

Cheers to the Summer Class of 2025: ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Celebrates New Graduates

The ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates from its eight-campus system across Ohio as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2025 will be recognized with a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9. 

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Alumni Antonio Gates at the Pro Football Hall of Fame

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Alumni to Shine During Pro Football Hall of Fame Week

Two ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï alumni will be in the spotlight this week as the Pro Football Hall of Fame celebrates its Class of 2025, with Antonio Gates set for enshrinement Saturday and Mary Kay Cabot receiving prestigious recognition for her four decades of sports journalism excellence.

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The fountain at the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Student Memorial Garden.

IN A FLASH: A Place of Quiet Contemplation

Dedicated in April 2015, The Student Memorial Garden on Manchester Field was created as a place of reflection and remembrance of all ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State students who have died. 

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A rendering of upcoming construction on East Main Street.

In a Roundabout Way: East Main Street Construction to Begin on ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Campus

Orange barrels will soon appear on a three-quarter-mile stretch of Ohio Route 59/East Main Street that runs through ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s Front Campus, marking the start of a three-year construction project to make the thoroughfare safer and more attractive.

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Ethan Wenk, senior engineering technology major in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, had the opportunity to participate in the SURE program.

Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Prepares Students for Their Future Careers

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience is a great opportunity for undergraduate researchers such as Ethan Wenk to work directly with a faculty mentor, gain valuable experience to clarify career and educational goals, enhance research skills and gain academic insight.

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