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Radiance celebrates the best of us without fail

May 18, 2026

For over a decade, Radiance has been one of the nights when the why of the work of the...

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Radiance celebrates the best of us without fail

Posted May 18, 2026 in Articles

For over a decade, Radiance has been one of the nights when the why of the work of the Cleveland State University Foundation becomes clear. It's not as though the focus is ever lost; it's that Radiance brings it sharply into view. This year was no different as hundreds gathered in the Student Center Ballroom for celebrate Cleveland State University, it's remarkable student and the donors that help power that success. We honored two of our biggest supporters, Tom Hopkins and Steve Percy, with the President's Medal, watch two dazzling performances by students from the School of Music and the Music Therapy... read more

A Legacy of Opportunity: Robert P. Campanella Scholarship Empowers Future Engineers

Posted January 09, 2026 in Articles

In the Fall of 2025, eight engineering students at Cleveland State University began pursuing their dreams, thanks to the newly established Robert P. Campanella Scholarship Endowment. CSU proudly celebrates this generous legacy gift and honors... read more

The Legacy Society

Posted January 09, 2026 in Articles

Donors who make planned gifts to Cleveland State University are recognized for their generosity through membership in the Legacy Society. We are grateful for all our Legacy Society members who have chosen to make a... read more

The future of engagement arrives at CSU

Posted May 15, 2025 in Articles

Ava, part of the future of fundraising, arrives at Cleveland State University this week. Powered by artificial intelligence, she is the school’s first fully autonomous virtual engagement officer, who will connect with alumni, donors and supporters... read more

CSU receives largest gift from an individual donor in school's history

Posted May 08, 2025 in Articles

CSU President Laura Bloomberg announced in front of hundreds of University donors and supporters at Radiance, CSU’s annual donor event, that the University received its largest gift ever from an individual donor. [image:1] The nearly $15 million... read more

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