Alumni News
ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ University isnβt just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio β itβs where more than 280,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ β where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
Scolin MacLean, β90, Turns His Love of Athletics into Philanthropy
Aug. 16, 2023
βI look at ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ as a family member β everyone collectively β that I am connected to and plan to be for as long as I possibly can. I have family members that I want to take care of, and I want to do the same for ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ.β Scolin MacLeanβs, β90, passion for ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμβ¦
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Personal Obstacles Inspire Alumnus to Champion Future Researchers
Aug. 16, 2023
The experiences Earl K. Miller, β85, Ph.D., had at ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ inspired him to give back. As a first-generation college student, Earl K. Miller, β85, Ph.D., struggled to fund his education, and this experience motivated him to help students at ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ University who faceβ¦
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ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ Celebrates Philanthropy Through Scholarships, Students Vote to Support Fellow Flashes in Need
May 30, 2023
In honor of ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ Universityβs 113th birthday, ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ launched its second annual Day of Giving May 19. This Day of Giving, the blue and gold community joined together to celebrate another trip around the sun for ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ with more than 500 generous donors giving inβ¦
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Help ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ Celebrate Another Trip Around the Sun
April 26, 2023
Our university turns 113 on May 19, and we are celebrating with our second ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ Day of Giving! Join us and help light the path forward for our students by supporting scholarships. All donors who make a gift of $50 or more will receive a ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ luggage tag to help youβ¦
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Gail Pavliga: Psychologist, Professor, Politician
April 17, 2023
Gail Pavliga, β91, MA β98, Ph.D., is a good listener, a quality that has been the common thread throughout her life as a student, mother, therapist and, most recently, state representative for Ohio House District 72.
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An βEggcellentβ Adventure at ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμ
April 3, 2023
Nearly 150 Golden Flashes hopped down the hills of Front Campus for ΠΤΈ£ΞεΤΒΜμβs first-ever alumni glow-in-the-dark egg hunt, Bunnies and Brews, on Friday, March 31. Alumni and friends enjoyed some festive music as they searched for more than 1,700 glowing eggs with excitementβ¦
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Lisbeth (Betsy) Justice, β70, MA β83, Ph.D. β08
March 30, 2023
Betsy Justice, β70, MA β83, Ph.D. β08, LSW, found her home in Kent and has dedicated her life to creating a strong, supportive community for all
Read More »U.S. Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, β07, Strives to Deliver Meaningful, Bipartisan Results for the People of Ohioβs 13th District
March 14, 2023
In 2022, U.S. Rep.
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Golden Flashes Skate the Night Away in Downtown Kent
Feb. 1, 2023
What a night it was at this winter wonderland! Sparkling lights lit up the ice rink as alumni and friends glided by. An acapella group and the spirit of Golden Flashes added to the magic of this winter night.
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New Year, New Alumni Events!
Jan. 3, 2023
As the holidays come to an end and you settle back into your daily routine, you may be looking for fun in the coming months.
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