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Alex Newnes

First-Year Student Finds Her Path Through ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Exploratory Program

When Alex Newnes arrived at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï this fall, she wasn't sure what career path she wanted to pursue. But unlike many undecided students, Newnes saw this uncertainty not as a drawback, but as an opportunity – one that led her specifically to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's Exploratory program.

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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Today

I AM FIRST Week 2024

IN A FLASH: I Am First Week

"I Am First Week" at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï honors the challenges and accomplishments of first-generation students.

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Anthony Claytor raises his diploma during his Commencement ceremony at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï.

Meet Anthony Claytor, the First I PROMISE Program Scholar to Graduate From ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State

In 2020, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï President Todd Diacon announced to a group of high school juniors and their families that ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State would cover four years of tuition costs and one year of room and board. Now, for the LeBron James Family Foundation’s first I PROMISE class, the hard work these students had put in since third grade is paying off. 

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Eboni Pringle Speaks at President Diacon's Inauguration in 2019

'Practice What We Preach!' Pringle Focused as 'Student Warrior' Dedicated to Removing Obstacles

Spend five minutes with Eboni Pringle, Ph.D., and you'll quickly be convinced of her unwavering drive for student success. 

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Adam Cinderich

Leader's Fight With Imposter Syndrome Continues Even After Success

First-generation graduate reflects on obstacles, successes as his leadership journey comes full circle.

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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Today

The Center for Undergraduate Excellence is the home of University College.

IN A FLASH: A Community of Explorers

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's University College helps students decide on the degree program — and career path — that's right for them.

Tags: Student Life, University College, Students First, Nationally Distinctive

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Representatives from KeyBank Foundation visit with University College staff and Key Connections alumni and students at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï.

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State and KeyBank Foundation to Continue Key Connections Program for Underserved Students

KeyBank Foundation has awarded a new $200,000 gift to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï to continue KeyBank Foundation’s support for the successful Key Connections program offered by University College at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State. The Key Connections program will continue to support student success initiatives for underserved students, including first-generation students and students from limited income backgrounds who will enroll in Fall Semester 2022.

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Team LeBron will be playing for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s I Promise Scholars

Team LeBron Will Play for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s I Promise Scholars in 2022 NBA All-Star Game

Team LeBron will be playing for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s I Promise Scholars, a program that provides higher education opportunities for underserved students in Northeast Ohio.

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Graduates Celebrate Together at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's 2020 Commencement Ceremony

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Reaches Record Graduation Rate, Boasting Highest Graduation Rate in Northern Ohio

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s current graduation rate is the highest among public universities in Northeast Ohio and fifth highest among all of Ohio’s public universities, behind Ohio State, Miami, the University of Cincinnati and Ohio University. In northern Ohio, the graduation rates of other public universities range from 40 to 55 percent.

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