Community Impact

IN A FLASH: "These Hands Will Deliver Compassion"
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's ABSN program offers students who already hold one degree a path to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Sport Administration Junior Shares Bond With Mentor
Mentors can make a tremendous impact in the lives of their mentees. Just ask Jamir Kennedy.

Brains on Tap: Researchers Head to Brewery for Parkinson’s Talk
Grab a cold one, pull up a chair and learn about brain health research in a relaxed format – that’s the idea behind Brains on Tap, a series of discussions hosted by ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Brain Health Research Institute and other partners.

Fly the Flag! City of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Seeks Input on New Flag Designs
In June 2022, the city of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï formed a flag committee to choose the new design for the city’s official flag. Of the 68 unique designs submitted by community members, the final choices have been narrowed down to three, and the city wants your input.

Women of the House: Betty Sutton and Emilia Sykes
In 2006, Betty Sutton became the first ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State alumna to serve in the U.S. Congress, when she was elected to represent Ohio’s 13th District in the House of Representatives. Sixteen years later, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State alumna Emilia Sykes, a native of Akron, Ohio, was elected to represent the same district, making her the first Black ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State alum to serve in the House of Representatives.

Looking Into the Future of Technology at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State
In today’s world, technology is essential, and the demand for technological advancements is ever-growing. ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State is no exception.

Psych! Getting Schooled by the Skoolies
The Skoolies, inspired by the bands of the 80s and onward, kicked off their career at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through socially distanced jam sessions, this band of university professors produced their debut album, Darker Rhymes.

IN A FLASH: Leveling Up
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State at Stark offers unique learning experiences for students.

Dr. Spake Reads Dr. Seuss
The ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Bookstore celebrated "Dr. Seuss Day" on Thursday.

New Business Continues to Grow in the City of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï
Businesses open, businesses close, new businesses take their place. In the past three years (and counting) more than 20 new businesses have opened their doors in ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, Ohio. But who is coming and why?