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A panel discussion at the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Fashion Symposium 2026 includes (from left to right) Brenda Tatenda Masocha, expert trainer in the Creative Arts Department at Rwanda Polytechnic-Kigali College; Alphonse Kwizera, “Made in Rwanda†business analyst at Rwanda’s Ministry of Trade and Industry; Matthew “Tayo†Rugamba, founder and creative director of House of Tayo; and Cynthia Butare, founder and creative director of IMIGANI. (Photo courtesy of Cornwine for ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ)

Coming Soon: ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Rwanda

ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ unveiled plans for the proposed ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Rwanda and School of Fashion at a Kigali symposium, aiming to train designers and entrepreneurs to grow Africa's fashion industry.

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ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ first-year students cheer during Convocation in the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. (Photo credit: Rami Daud, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ)

ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Named Among Best Global Universities by US News & World Report

ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ has been named one of the Best Global Universities by U.S. News & World Report for 2026-2027, the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio on the list. The recognition reflects ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµâ€™s global research impact, international student enrollment, education-abroad programs and partnerships spanning more than 60 countries.

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Five planes piloted by ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ students from Rwanda line up before takeoff. (Photo credit: Bob Christy)

Blue Skies, Bright Future: Five Rwandan Students Make Their First Flights at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ

Five Rwandan students selected from 2,600 applicants are training to become professional pilots at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ – and just made their first flights.

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Adelynn Prushing poses for a photo in front of a TV screen displaying her brand logo.

Honors Student Makes a Change in Fashion Through Sustainability and Inclusivity

Meet Adelynn Prushing, originally from Richmond, Texas, a ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ senior fashion design major, graduating this upcoming May 2026. Adelynn is a very active student on campus and is a member of ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµâ€™s Chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta and the Fashion Student Organization (FSO), as well as an officer for the Identity Project. 

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From ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ to Ohio ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ: How an Honors Student is Working to Pursue a Career in Optometry.

Meet Rebecca LaGuardia, a biology major with a concentration in molecular and cellular biology, as well as a minor in chemistry. Rebecca is finishing her time at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ and is preparing to graduate in the upcoming weeks with the class of 2026.

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Sophia standing in front of a red door and posing for a photo.

Designing Change: A ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Senior’s Impact on Fashion

Sophia Macro, a fashion design major with a minor in entrepreneurship for the arts, is preparing to graduate in the upcoming weeks.  During her time at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ over the past four years, she has become an active player on the women’s rugby team and a member of ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµâ€™s SURVIVOR student organization, while also  working for ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Student Media in analytics. 

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Melissa Williams posing next to a sea lion at the Pittsburgh Zoo.

From Passion to Practice: A Zoology Student’s Journey

Meet Melissa Williams, originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and currently in her junior year at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ. She is pursuing a degree in zoology with a minor in psychology, while actively participating in the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ biology club, and is a member of the organization Paws for a Cause.

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Asadbek Masharipov sitting at a table outside on the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ campus.

Honors Student Strives to Make a Difference Across the Globe

Introducing Asadbek Masharipov, originally from Turkmenistan. He made the move to ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, and is now a sophomore with a double major in international studies and communication studies. 

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ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Honors College Student Feels ‘At Home’ For U.S. College Experience

Shashwati Sikder Sharaya made the journey to ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ from Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pursue a degree in biotechnology. Currently in her junior year, she is an accomplished student involved in several organizations. 

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Emma Klein signing a poster on the field while surrounded by fellow team mates.

From Ontario to ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ: Emma Klein’s Honors Journey

Originally from Vaughn, Ontario, Emma Klein made the transition to ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ not only for academic excellence but also for personal growth and a collegiate sports experience. 

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