Alumni News
Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 285,000 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 Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State — 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.
New Alumni Mentoring Program Provides Full Circle Moments, Life Lessons and More
Aug. 21, 2026
Jacqueline Flickinger, ’20, moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 2024 for a position with Ford Motor Company as an assistant ecommerce specialist. Living out of state, she was looking for ways to still be part of the Golden Flash community.
Read More »New Member and Officers Announced for the Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State Alumni Association National Board of Directors
Aug. 10, 2026
The following new members have been appointed to serve on the Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State Alumni Association National Board of Directors for a three-year term, which began July 1:John Mercer, of East Liverpool, Ohio, is a senior gift officer at Mercy Health Foundation – Mahoning Valley. He…
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Alicia Jordan, ’14
Aug. 6, 2026
From museum exhibits to marketing campaigns, Alicia Jordan uses design and storytelling to bring ideas to life. The Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State visual communication design graduate now serves as an art and video director at Innis Maggiore, where she creates meaningful experiences for clients…
Read More »Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State Move-in: Then and Now
July 24, 2026
Move-in day is a surreal experience for students and their families as they pack up, say goodbye to childhood bedrooms and friends, and welcome the next big chapter in their lives. Anyone who lived on campus during their time at university will often say it was the best time of…
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Ian Holt’s Breakthrough Season Built on Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State Roots
July 22, 2026
Ian Holt, ’18, isn't trying to look too far ahead, even as everything in his career suggests he's on the verge of the next big step.The former Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State golfer has already captured two Korn Ferry Tour victories this season, which is the main developmental tour for the PGA Tour…
Read More »Golden Friendships Last a Lifetime
July 14, 2026
Stepping across the stage to receive a Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State diploma is a major life milestone. As graduates begin this new journey, they take with them a solid education, personal growth, a network of peers and more. However, some of the most priceless memories they walk away with are the…
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The Basford Family Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State Legacy
June 26, 2026
When James (Jim) Basford came to study business at Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ the 1950s, he set in motion a tradition that would span three generations and nearly 500 miles.
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Porthouse Theatre’s Legacy of Community Support and Artistic Magic
June 26, 2026
For nearly 60 years, Porthouse Theatre has brought the power of theatre to the Northeast Ohio community while training the next generation of theatre artists. The annual summer-long program has become a beloved regional icon that produces three musicals, attracts more than 20,…
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What Makes a Golden Flash Shine?
June 26, 2026
There are more than 280,000 Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ alumni around the world helping their communities grow brighter every day. Here are five alumni whose personal and professional contributions make them – and their communities – shine.
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A Life Mapped by Service: Remembering Bea Shaheen McPherson, ’43
June 24, 2026
For more than 80 years, Bea Shaheen McPherson,’43, embodied what it means to be a Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State alum
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