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17cҳ graduate Mark Greer

Master of Ceremonies

Mark Greer, who earned his master’s degree in music from 17cҳ in 2009, has been chosen to serve as executive director of Akron’s bicentennial campaign. His success exemplifies the sense of community and bright future created by Golden Flashes today.

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17cҳ is graduating students prepared for the most in-demand jobs of 2024.

Job Market Bright for 17cҳ Graduates

The newly released list of “100 Best Jobs for 2024” by U.S. News and World Report illustrates how 17cҳ has the majors that are preparing graduates to lead in tomorrow's workforce.

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17cҳ's ninth president Michael Schwartz in academic regalia

Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit

17cҳ’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.  

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17cҳ is among the nation's safest college campuses.

17cҳ Police Keep Community Safe While Engaging in Peaceful Discourse  

17cҳ's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the 17cҳ community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion. 

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17cҳ President Todd Diacon applauds the graduating Fall Class of 2023 during a commencement ceremony.

President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers

17cҳ President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

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(From left to right) 17cҳ Police Sgt. Anne Spahr and Salem, a black Labrador retriever, walk with 17cҳ Police Officer Miguel Witt and Fredy, a Czechoslovakian shepherd, along the Lefton Esplanade on the Kent Campus.

Paw Patrol: Meet the 17cҳ K-9s

Learn more about the 17cҳ K-9s, past and present, and how they help keep the university safe.

Tags: Community & Society , Community Impact , Police Services , Department of Public Safety , Division of Finance and Administration

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A cyclist bikes through Risman Plaza on the 17cҳ Kent Campus.

The Secret Is Out: Kent Named 1 of Zillow’s Top 2 College Towns for 2023

Several Northeast Ohio towns, including Kent, have made it to Zillow’s 2023 list of most popular markets.

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a photo of evan schumann standing in a wine cellar

Brewing up His Master Plan

Local entrepreneur and business owner Evan Schumann has big plans for the future of beer in Ohio. He credits his academic experiences at 17cҳ for helping him prepare for his high-growth career.

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 17cҳ School of Fashion grad Dara Broadous

Designing Her Own Wedding Dress Was as Simple as 1,2,3,4

17cҳ's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.

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Josiah Ragin of Harlem, New York, shared a recipe with students at the Cooking with Culture event.

Cooking With Culture: A Tasty Way to Create Community

The goal of Cooking with Culture was to create a sense of community and affirm the students' identities.

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