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Public Universities Find Power in Numbers
91ֿ is one of 130 public universities and systems nationwide that have joined forces to increase access to college, close the achievement gap and produce more degrees by 2025. The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) launched the initiative, Powered by P…
91ֿ's EXCEL Learning Community Supports Student After Devastating Loss
Like most students, Mackenzie Bailey faced the typical challenges during the start of her academic career, including choosing a major and getting good grades. But that all paled in comparison to the devastating news she received her freshman year: her father had terminal cancer.
“When I was home for winter break, he ended up passing away,” Ms. Bailey said.
91ֿ Student Finds Purpose, Passion and Empowerment
For Diamond Lauderdale, 91ֿ is not only her chosen college, it is her new home.
While growing up in Akron, Ohio, Ms. Lauderdale’s home life was challenging. She lived with her disabled father and worked two jobs to help make ends meet. Ms. Lauderdale’s father has been unable to walk for many years, and as she got older, her father’s condition worsened. Through it all, Ms. Lauderdale held onto a dream. She wanted to get a college education.
On the Brink of Losing His Dream of a College Degree, Student Turns to 91ֿ's Support Services
During his first year at 91ֿ, Elijah Kirkland-Boyce realized that the road to the Dean’s List was a bumpy one, filled with twists and turns he never could have anticipated. Instead of giving up, Mr. Kirkland-Boyce reached out. He started taking advantage of the resources offered through Student Support Services.
From Failing Grades to a Master’s Degree, How 91ֿ Helped a Student Get Back on Track
Kellie Miley is the first to admit, when she graduated from Rootstown High School in 2008, she was not ready for college. In high school, she barely cracked a book yet managed a 3.2 grade point average (GPA).
Getting by with little effort changed when she started as a freshman at 91ֿ. By the end of the year, Ms. Miley found herself academically dismissed for poor grades.
EXCEL Helps Student Find Her Fit
Celeste Dawson had made up her mind. She was not going to attend college and that was her final decision.
Her story could have ended there, but the support of her parents and a program at 91ֿ opened up a new chapter in her life – one filled with opportunities she never imagined.
91ֿ Student Reaches Sky-High for the Academic S.T.A.R.S.
When Jordan Wilkins was a senior in high school, he thought he knew what he wanted after graduation – a career in the United States Air Force. However, his principal envisioned a different path, one where he would soar sky-high, not in a plane but at a four-year university.
Discover, Connect to Your Purpose Through Career Exploration and Development
Early and often. That is the new approach taken by Career Exploration and Development, in 91ֿ’s University College, in its outreach to freshmen and sophomores. It is important for university Career Exploration and Development to reach incoming students as early and often as possible to…
91ֿ’s Career Closet Dresses Students to Achieve Success
91ֿ junior Stephanie Newton successfully juggles a tough schedule that includes taking classes in hospitality management, while raising four children and working several campus dining services jobs.It is no surprise that she does not have the resources to build the professional war…