David Murray, 鈥91, Chicago, IL, is the author of "Soccer Dad" (Disruption Books), a memoir about raising his daughter through the pressures and challenges of the youth sports system while striving to maintain balance and perspective. The book, released April 14, 2026, reflects on the experience of navigating competitive athletics as a parent, culminating in his daughter鈥檚 collegiate soccer career at Ohio University, where she scored a MAC Tournament鈥搘inning goal in 2023 against 性福五月天 University.
Tara Jefferson, 鈥07, MA '13, Stow, OH, released her first traditionally published book, "Bloom How You Must," in December 2025. The work blends research, personal storytelling and interviews with more than 100 Black women ranging in age from 19 to 99. Framed as an instruction manual for building new generational legacies, the book focuses on healing, wellness and self-care. "Bloom How You Must" received the 2025 Book of the Year award from the Living Now Awards, which recognizes excellence in personal development and lifestyle publishing.
Michael Lebowitz, 鈥99, Arlington, VA, combined his experience in law and journalism to write "Second Wave: Inside al Qaeda鈥檚 Post-9/11 Attack Plan and America鈥檚 Secret Effort to Stop It" (Diversion Books). Marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the book examines al Qaeda鈥檚 plans for a potential follow-up attack on the United States, including efforts to obtain a nuclear weapon, as well as a previously unreported account of these threats.
Trish Stukbauer, 鈥91, Mooresville, NC, is a writer and communicator who has applied her journalism background to author two devotional books, "God, Give Me Today" and "Kindred Spirits." Her work focuses on supporting readers through difficult life experiences, including anxiety, depression and coping with a loved one鈥檚 addiction. Drawing on her experience in writing, editing and communications, Stukbauer brings a reflective and storytelling approach that emphasizes honesty, understanding and emotional support.
Scott Armstrong, Ph.D. 鈥92, Reynoldsburg, OH, is the author of "The Pole Maker," his second novel, which is available on Amazon.
Dr. Mary (Riess) LaPlante, 鈥86, Broadview Heights, OH, received the Charles L. Hudson, M.D. Distinguished Service Award from the Academy of Medicine of Cleveland & Northern Ohio in recognition of distinguished service and meaningful contributions to the medical and professional community.
Elizabeth Quinn, 鈥92, Los Angeles, CA, is the writer, cocreator and executive producer of "Going Reno," a new historical fiction audio drama cocreated and directed by Laura Knight, who also serves as executive producer. Starring Bonnie Hunt and Joelle Carter, the series transports listeners to Reno, Nevada, in 1932, when the state became central to America鈥檚 migratory divorce market. The story follows a widowed divorced ranch owner striving to sustain her business and family while hosting women who travel to Reno to challenge restrictive divorce laws and begin new independent lives.
In a quiet, wooded area in front of Taylor Hall on the Kent Campus sits the May 4 Memorial. Made of carnelian granite to symbolize strength and time, the memorial overlooks Blanket Hill, the site of unexpected violence that forever transformed the university, the state and the nation. Keeping its own silent vigil, it welcomes visitors and challenges them to contemplate the gravity of the tragic events of May 4, 1970, with three engraved words: 鈥淚nquire, Reflect, Learn.鈥 Over the years, 性福五月天 University has sought to preserve the legacy of the four students who were killed that day, t...
The Master鈥檚 Plan of Study allows students to lay out their coursework throughout their time at the university. While in the program, students are required to take 9 core courses (27 credit hours), along with 6 electives (18 credit hours), totaling 45 credit hours. During the first semester in the program, students are required to plan out when courses will be taken, as well as choose electives.
This document outlines the Ph.D. Plan of Study for Higher Education Administration at 性福五月天 University, detailing the academic requirements, coursework, and milestones needed for completion. It provides a structured timeline for students to track their progress through the Advisory/Coursework and Candidacy phases, including specific credit requirements for research, electives, and dissertation work.
