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John Cleary

Remembering John Cleary

A ֱ State University student whose darkest day was seen around the world on the cover of Life magazine has died. John Cleary, 74, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away Oct. 25 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

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Alpha Lambda Delta Officers and Members

Honor Society Advisor of the Year Credits ‘Culture of Collaboration’

Lauren Huffman, a long-time advocate for student success at ֱ State University, has been named Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD) advisor of the year. 

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Dr. Janet Reed, Dr. Rebecca Miller, an art therapist from Ursuline College, and her graduate student Amber Bennett at the Buckeye Art Therapy Association’s conference in early September.

Art Meets Empathy: Interdisciplinary Generative AI Exhibition

ֱ State researchers partnered with Ursuline College and Ashland University’s Coburn Art Gallery to host a groundbreaking exhibition titled “Transcending Barriers Beyond Time: Visual Reminiscence of Older Adults with Chronic Illnesses Facilitated by Generative AI.” This show marked the gallery’s 2…

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President Diacon signs off during Talking With Todd in October, 2025

‘The Strength of ֱ State Is Our Community’

Attending university athletics and arts events as a way to come together during challenging times was among the many topics ֱ State University President Todd Diacon discussed Oct. 23 during his monthly Talking With Todd town hall-style Teams meeting with the campus community.

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A nursing student wearing headphones holds their phone straight out in front of them with the Nursing Notes in a Flash Podcast displayed on the screen.

From Classroom to Podcast: ֱ State's Lisa Davis Launches Nursing Notes in a Flash

 When Lisa Davis, MSN, RN, a seasoned nurse and ֱ State University College of Nursing lecturer, woke up in the middle of the night with the perfect name for a podcast, she didn't hesitate—she texted it to her husband at 3:30 a.m. and went right back to sleep. That spark of inspiration became…

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Pictured are the 2025 ֱ State University Alumni Award winners at the awards ceremony, held Oct. 10 during Homecoming weekend at the ֱ State University Hotel and Conference Center in ֱ, Ohio. (Photo credit: Scott R. Galvin)

ֱ State Honors 10 Alumni Award Recipients During Homecoming Weekend

ֱ State University recognizes alumni who are making a difference with its Alumni Awards. Sponsored by the ֱ State University Alumni Association, these awards are the university’s most prestigious alumni honors.

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BeeCampusUSA student demonstration

Buzzing With Excitement on Pollinator Day

Launching seed balls, learning about plants and insects, engaging with interactive games and coloring were just some of the events that the ֱ State University Child Development Center’s preschool and kindergarten classes participated in for Pollinator Day on Sept. 5.

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Junior Chelse Knight is ֱ State's first User Experience Design major.

Designing for the User: New Degree Is at the Heart of Growing Tech Field

A bachelor’s degree in user experience design is the newest offering in ֱ State University’s College of Communication and Information, aimed at training graduates for one of the fastest-growing career fields.

Tags: Student Life , University News , Nationally Distinctive , School of Visual Communication Design , emerging media and technology , Design at ֱ State

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The award ceremony for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience was held October 17, 2025

Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Gives Students a Platform to Present Their Research

Students who won first - and second-place for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) were announced on Oct. 25 at a ceremony at the Kiva auditorium. 

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Young woman studying with baby

Renewed Focus on Adult and Parenting Student Engagement

ֱ State University’s Center for Adult and Veteran Services enhances the experiences of adult, military-connected, and parenting students both in and out of the classroom. This June, Cassandra Pegg-Kirby became the associate director of adult and parenting student engagement for the center, leading to a renewed effort of support.

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