Alumni News
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 285,000 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 ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ — 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.
A True Hero: Lucas Slusher, ’17, Is Helping Change the Perception and Function of Prostheses with Hero Arm
April 16, 2025
One ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ graduate’s journey to find the right prosthesis led to a monumental win for limb loss awareness in Ohio.Lucas Slusher, ’17, was born without his right arm below his elbow, which is called a congenital amputation. Since birth, he has had several…
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ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumna Renee Richard’s Decades-long Career in Public Service Recognized with Multiple Prestigious Awards
Feb. 25, 2025
While some first-year students arrive at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ undecided on their major and career choice, Renee Richard, ’76, had her path for the future mapped out. That steadfast resolve has led Renee to a successful, decades-long career in law and finance.
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John and Fonda Elliot Create New Scholarship Program With $1 Million Gift to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ
Feb. 18, 2025
John Elliot, a 1970 ºìÐÓÊÓƵ graduate, and his wife, Fonda, have created The Elliot Scholars program at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ with a $1 million donation. This new scholarship program will provide support to first-generation students of any major who require financial support…
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Flashes Give Back Week Is April 21-26!
Jan. 30, 2025
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ held its first Alumni Day of Service in 2009. Since then, it has blossomed into a weeklong initiative supporting our blue and gold communities around the world. During Flashes Give Back Week, Golden Flashes can choose to…
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John and Fonda Elliot Receive Honorary Degrees for Their Extraordinary Contributions
Jan. 6, 2025
On Saturday, Dec. 14, both John and Fonda received their Doctor of Humane Letters in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to the healthcare field and to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
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This Giving Tuesday, Support The Cause That Matters Most To You
Oct. 17, 2024
When you give through ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ, you start a ripple effect that empowers innovation, improves lives and fosters progress.
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The ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Association Announces New Members for Its National Board of Directors
Aug. 27, 2024
The following new members have been appointed to serve on the National Alumni Board of Directors for terms commencing July 1:
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ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Raises $383 Million in Record-Breaking Fundraising Campaign
July 29, 2024
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ recently concluded its most successful fundraising campaign in its 114-year history. Forever Brighter was a comprehensive fundraising campaign that launched its public phase in 2021 with a goal of raising $350 million to support student scholarships,…
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ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumna D’Andra Mull, Ph.D., on Giving Back to the University that Gave So Much to Her
June 5, 2024
“Were it not for what I learned from a student affairs professional at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ, this journey would not be the path I’m on today.â€
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Carl Walz, ’77
May 31, 2024
Carl Walz, ’77, has spent 231 days in space - and it all began with a physics degree and the Air Force ROTC program at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ ºìÐÓÊÓƵ. From a nuclear lab to the cockpit of a jet plane to the crew compartment in a rocket ship, Carl attests that his career has been “a wild ride.â€â€¦
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