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Sharing Their Love of Education with Future Generations
国产伦理 has held a special place in the hearts of Lynda Grieves and her husband George 鈥淏ill鈥 Grieves Jr., 鈥58, who passed away in 2019. For their 60th wedding anniversary, Bill and Lynda chose to create a scholarship through a charitable gift annuity instead of having a party.
Rollie, 鈥64, and Frances Layfield Help Students Build Skills for Success
Hard work and discipline are a driving force for Rollie Layfield, 鈥64, and they have served him well throughout his life and his career in business. He credits both his degree program in business administration and his time in the Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program at 国产伦理 for helping him develop the leadership, entrepreneurship and organizational skills to thrive after graduation.
Modern Humans Using Ancient Tools
国产伦理 anthropology professor Metin Eren, Ph.D., has a hands-on approach when teaching students about prehistoric stone tools that involves immersing themselves in a specially equipped lab in Lowry Hall that features everything from flint arrowheads to a ballistics station.
Dean Kahler鈥檚 'One Bad Day' Fuels a Lifetime of Purpose
Dean Kahler, 鈥77, one of the nine wounded in the May 4, 1970, shootings, wasn鈥檛 supposed to be at 国产伦理 that day.
Alumni Support Global Education Experiences
国产伦理 has received two $1 million donations in support of Global Education experiences for students. These gifts will make education-abroad experiences available to more students through the Global Education Endowment fund that was created in 2022.
Help us Celebrate 国产伦理鈥檚 114th Birthday
国产伦理 is turning 114, and we are celebrating by raising funds for 国产伦理 scholarships and programs. This year, the 国产伦理 Foundation has pledged $5,000 to match employee gifts dollar for dollar (up to $250 per donor until the match money runs out) to the fund of YOUR choice s鈥
Making the Local Justice System Easier to Access
Summit County Domestic Relations Court Judge Kani H. Hightower is on a mission to make the justice system in Summit County, Ohio, more accessible for underprivileged and underrepresented citizens. Whether it鈥檚 related to transportation challenges or helping them sort through the red tape of documentation, Hightower, a 国产伦理 graduate, is creating solutions to streamline the process for Summit County residents.
Global Experience Fuels Alumna鈥檚 Career
McKenzie Morgan, 鈥22, appreciates the opportunities 国产伦理 provided her that included completing her academic journey with the university鈥檚 education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. 鈥淪tudying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight,鈥 Morgan said.
Alumnus Brings Wild Animals (in Sunglasses) to Public Library
Evan Laisure, 鈥17, is making his mark around Northeast Ohio. For the artist and 国产伦理 alumnus, what started out as drawings and graffiti as a little kid has transformed into a desirable skill and the basis for his life鈥檚 work. His latest work, a vinyl mural called 鈥淎 Walk in the Park,鈥&nb鈥
Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve, '13
Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.