University News
‘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
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’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!
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State'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 ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï forward today.
Michael Schwartz, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Ninth President, Dies at 86
The ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï 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.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Police Keep Community Safe While Engaging in Peaceful Discourse Â
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion.
President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.
IN A FLASH: All Dressed in White
Snowfall earlier this week covered the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Campus in a blanket of white.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï will be closed from Dec. 22, 2023, through Jan. 1, 2024. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2024. Spring classes begin on Jan. 16, 2024. To see a list of state-designated holidays and dates when the university is closed, please visit ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Academic Calendar.
IN A FLASH: Overwhelming Pride
Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State welcomed its newest class of graduates.