Alumni News
Ā鶹¾«Ń” isnāt just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio ā itās 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 Ā鶹¾«Ń”ā 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.
Max Hoover
Aug. 5, 2021
KSU alumnus Max Hoover brings unique flavor(s) to his hometown.Max comes from a family of Golden Flashes. His parents, Erik and Stacey, ā93, both attended Ā鶹¾«Ń”, but this isnāt the only family legacy Max carries on. In 2015, his parents opened Cockeye BBQ, andā¦
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Fashion Design Alumna Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve
July 22, 2021
Kelsi McCafferty, ā16, was laid off from her full-time job at FOUNT Leather Goods in December 2020 because of the pandemic, but that didnāt stop her from doing what she loved. Using her talents, Kelsi wanted to help the community and began making masks at home. Inspired by herā¦
Read More »Kira Krivosh, ā05
July 7, 2021
Kira Krivosh, ā05, serves small but mighty community members in her new role as magistrate.
Read More »Samory Uiki Fraga, ā19
June 24, 2021
Samory Uiki Fraga, ā19, began track at eight years old and has been on the run ever since.
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Ā鶹¾«Ń”Alumna and Journalist Finds Additional Success on Social Media
June 16, 2021
Ā鶹¾«Ń”alumna Jeannette Reyes, ā12, uses TikTok for fun outside of her television anchor responsibilities at FOX 5 Washington, D.C. Last October, Reyes posted a video with her husband using their āanchor talkā voices to decide on choices for dinner. She never expected herā¦
Read More »Distinguished Teaching Award Recipients Announced
May 24, 2021
This year's 2020 Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA) recipients are an outstanding group of teachers who are truly dedicated to their students' success. Sponsored by the Ā鶹¾«Ń”Alumni Association, the DTA&²Ō²ś²õ±č;¾±²õā¦
Read More »Thank You for a Great Flashes Give Back Week!
April 27, 2021
Thank You for a Great Flashes Give Back Week!From volunteerism to philanthropy, Flashes Take Care of Flashes. Whether you participated in a virtual volunteer opportunity, gave back to student scholarships, thanked a generous donor or volunteer, or āfound Flash,ā we appreciateā¦
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Alberto VƔzquez, '21
April 15, 2021
I believe all students should have a study abroad experience.
Read More »John Pippin, ā04
April 13, 2021
John Pippin, ā04, is a visionary entrepreneur with an affinity for his alma materāand a knack for pairing craft beers with donuts. After graduating with a bachelorās degree in business, John entered corporate America. Ten years later, he and his wife Shelley decided to take aā¦
Read More »Sarah Shendy, ā06
April 13, 2021
Sarah Shendy, ā06, found the passion that fueled her career in law enforcement during her time at Ā鶹¾«Ń”. Sarah is a police officer and proud Ā鶹¾«Ń”alumnaāand in June 2020, she became the first Director of the Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment, aā¦
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