Student Life

Flash Focus: Maura Dougherty
Meet Maura Dougherty, a senior theatre studies major with a focus on performance from Pittsburgh. From acting in elementary and high school productions to working at a theatre for young audiences for five years, Dougherty has consistently pursued her passion for the performing arts.

Take a Fresh Look at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Student Organizations on Jan. 17
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.

IN A FLASH: Back To Classes
Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.

IN A FLASH: A Snowy Welcome
Significant snowfall in the last few days has given campus an extreme makeover from the way it looked before winter break.

Attend January Events on Campus for a Chance to Win!
After winter break, ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s Center for Student Involvement is welcoming students back to campus and on-campus events with a chance to win a ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ tumbler.

From Clinicals to Canines
Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues.

IN A FLASH: Move-in Memories
Before students return to campus for Spring Semester, "In A Flash" takes a look back at Move-In Days last fall.

IN A FLASH: A Rite of Passage
Presented by ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½'s E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center, Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is a pre-commencement ceremony celebrating diversity and the accomplishments of graduating seniors.

From Classroom to Community: ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Graduates Drive Change Through LGBTQ+ Research
Two ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ graduates who recently earned their Master of Public Health degrees spent the past two years as researchers on the first-of-its-kind Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment.

A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash
Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program.