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How an International Alumna Designed Her Future at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ graduate Luana Johnson highlights how the American Academy partnership and the university's elite design labs provided the professional access needed to launch a global career.

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Student Support Is Tops in the Nation

At ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, student support is a daily practice carried out by hundreds of dedicated professionals across departments, campuses and programs – from the advisors who help first-generation students navigate financial aid deadlines to the staff members who welcome veterans transitioning to campus life.

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Student Life Means Student Success

The Division of Student Life provides an ecosystem where students engage in high-impact practices and experiential learning. Through our departments, we intentionally design meaningful co-curricular experiences that support life-enriching learning objectives, strengthening interpersonal and practica…

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New Interest‑Based Theme Communities Prioritize Student Connection

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is preparing to introduce a major shift in its residential experience with the launch of Theme Communities starting in fall 2026. The new model focuses on specific interests or student experiences.

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IN A FLASH: Do You Bamboo?

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ students explored a new dining option on campus as Bamboo had its grand opening in The Hub.

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Before becoming a student at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, Richard Hlavaty served in the U.S. Marine Corps. One of his two combat tours was in Afghanistan (pictured). (Photo provided by Richard Hlavaty)

‘What Makes ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Friendly to Veterans Is That the Support Is Real and Personal’

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ has earned the Military Friendly® School designation for 2026-2027, its 17th consecutive year. Marine Corps veteran and ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ senior Richard Hlavaty shares how ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s veteran support services have shaped his academic and professional journey.

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Behind the Scenes of Campus Safety: Stocking Epinephrine

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s Culinary Services faces the daily challenge of serving more than 20,000 meals to students, staff, and faculty. This task is further complicated by the increasing number of food allergies. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of food…

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Flash Focus: Rushitha and Ruhitha Chinchalapu

Flash Focus: Rushitha and Ruhitha Chinchalapu

Meet Rushitha and Ruhitha Chinchalapu, twins from India, both pursuing their master's in business analytics. As they are in the same graduate program, the sisters reflect on how being twins has contributed to their experience at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.  

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Students Find Their Place to Thrive at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ

Being a new student at a university can be a huge transition for some. Finding their "fit" and a sense of belonging can be essential to their academic and personal success. Knowing this, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's student organizations, activities, events and recreational services offer students opportunities to de-stress, connect, build networks and find friends for life. 

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Breaking Bread to Build Community and Inspire Conversation

"Dinner with Friends," as an in-person revival of a previously virtual event, brought together students, faculty and staff for an evening of engaging discussion. 

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