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In the News: Gratitude and Graduation, Criminology, Drone Law, Going Green
“In the News” features 91ֿ’s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.

It Started Here: 91ֿ to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month
91ֿ will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.

91ֿ Recognized for High-Quality Online Graduate Degree Programs in New US News Rankings
91ֿ continues to be recognized for its excellence in online education, earning high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released 2025 Best Online Programs rankings. U.S. News recognizes 91ֿ in the Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs, Best Online Master’s in Education Programs, Best Online Master’s in Business Programs and Best Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs lists.

IN A FLASH: Flashes in a Winter Wonderland
A steady snowfall made travel more challenging, but also picturesque for Golden Flashes on Thursday.

91ֿ Police: Credibility and Consistency Are ‘Part of Our DNA’
The 91ֿ Police Department received its 10th consecutive reaccreditation in November 2024 after consistently exceeding the standards set by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a third-party accreditation agency.

91ֿ Kicks Off 55th Commemoration of May 4 With Play on Student Activism and Book Bans
This year, 91ֿ will hold the 55th commemoration honoring the memory of May 4, 1970, a tragic day when the Ohio National Guard fired on 91ֿ students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students, wounding nine others and sparking a turning point in American history. Kicking off the program for the annual May 4 Commemoration is a play that focuses on student activism and book bans.

‘Trial by Fire’ Play Is First in 2025 May 4 Event Schedule
“Trial by Fire” is coming to 91ֿ in February. The play, written by 91ֿ alumnus and staff member Eric Mansfield, and inspired by a true story, is about banned books and a 91ֿ graduate who presented them to her high school class and how her students rose to activism to defend her. The performances are part of this year’s 55th May 4 Commemoration schedule, presented by the May 4 Education Committee.

In the News: Aeronautics, Fashion, ‘Brain Rot’ and Lifespan Development Showcased
“In the News” features 91ֿ’s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.

IN A FLASH: Back To Classes
Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.

91ֿ Museum to Feature Exhibition of World-Renowned Alumna Artist
The work of a well-known Cleveland textile artist who earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from 91ֿ will be on display at the 91ֿ Museum beginning Jan. 24.