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The future of engagement arrives at CSU
May 15, 2025
Ava, part of the future of fundraising, arrives at Cleveland State University this week. Powered by artificial intelligence, she is...
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Living a life of service
The lightbulb went on for Lina Billings when she walked in the big arena, the ceiling draped in fine...
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First generation student has sights set on Hollywood
As a child, Angela Xayavong taught herself how to draw from books she’d get from the library. Over time,...
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Posted April 28, 2018 in Articles
CSU’s annual Scholarship Luncheon brought together more than 400 individuals who have made personal gifts, as well as representatives of businesses and organizations that have supported scholarships, and the grateful students who received these awards. For many, it was a first-time meeting. “Marge Shorrock welcomed me as if I was one of her own family members,” said student Mary Elizabeth Nazimiec. “Mrs. Shorrock was engaged and wanted to know my future plans. I was able to tell her how appreciative I am,” added student Jacob Taylor. [image:1] “I treasure the opportunity to meet my students and hear of their passion for their studies and... read more
Posted April 13, 2018 in Articles
Amanda Posey grew up in the foster care system and remembers a childhood she admits was "anything but easy." Eventually, she'd enroll at CSU with the hopes to one day become a teacher and credits... read more
Posted September 01, 2017 in Articles
With a deferred commitment of $500,000, alumnus Randy Kelly established the Randolph L. Kelly Endowed Accounting Scholarship. Kelly Scholarships support undergraduates who are pursuing a degree in accounting in the Monte Ahuja College of Business. Kelly... read more
Posted June 27, 2017 in Articles
With a $300,000 commitment, Mort and Judy Levin established the Levin Family Fund for Innovation. The fund will support Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs faculty and staff in conducting innovative, applied policy research... read more
Posted June 07, 2017 in Articles
For three days in early June, the arts and humanities came alive for thousands of visitors to the CSU campus and Playhouse Square. A $1 million commitment from Darwin and Myra Smith made the inaugural... read more
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