Alumni News
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì — 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Alumni Association National Board of Directors
Aug. 10, 2026
The following new members have been appointed to serve on the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì visual communication design graduate now serves as an art and video director at Innis Maggiore, where she creates meaningful experiences for clients…
Read More »ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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
Read More »Golden Friendships Last a Lifetime
July 14, 2026
Stepping across the stage to receive a ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Legacy
June 26, 2026
For the Basford family, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì became more than a place to earn a degree. Across three generations, it served as a common thread connecting fathers and sons, shaping careers, creating lifelong memories and reinforcing values. The family's success story is measured not only…
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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.
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What Makes a Golden Flash Shine?
June 26, 2026
There are more than 280,000 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University 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 ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì alum
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