Nationally Distinctive
Courtroom Ready: Mock Trial Team Takes the Stand
The ¹ú²úÂ×Àí Mock Trial Team has only six months to learn about a fictional case before acting it out during its competition season. The team will head to Penn State University in mid-February to compete in the Regional Competition. These local and regional experiences provide students with the opportunity to test their skills against the best in the country while gaining a broader perspective on the legal field.
IN A FLASH: Dashing Through The Snow
Significant snow accumulation early last week created serene scenes across campus as well as some frosty fun for ¹ú²úÂ×Àí students.
¹ú²úÂ×Àí Online Graduate Programs Earn Top National Rankings From US News
¹ú²úÂ×Àí has earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Online Programs rankings. Three ¹ú²úÂ×Àí programs rank in the top 100 nationally among all public and private institutions in the new rankings.
IN A FLASH: Science Educator of the Year
A Professor in the ¹ú²úÂ×Àí's School of Teaching, Leadership, and Curriculum Studies was recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Science Educator of the Year.
¹ú²úÂ×Àí Museum Receives Highest National Recognition
The ¹ú²úÂ×Àí Museum has been awarded reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
IN A FLASH: Pastel Morning
A ¹ú²úÂ×Àí staffer shared an image of a misty, painted sky on campus in early January.
IN A FLASH: A Snowy Start
The first week of Spring Semester 2026 ended with colder temperatures and a snowstorm.
IN A FLASH: Have a WINTERBLAST This Weekend!
WinterBlast 2026, presented by Flashes Activities Board (FAB) will blast off at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Jan. 17.
IN A FLASH: Keeping Campus Looking Great - and Safe!
During Winter Break and all throughout the year, in every season, the dedicated people of University Facilities Management work to keep all of ¹ú²úÂ×Àí's campuses running smoothly and looking great.
IN A FLASH: Scenes From a Snowy Campus
The last weeks of Fall Semester 2025 at ¹ú²úÂ×Àí included the first significant snowfall of the season, finals week and Fall Commencement ceremonies for the final segment of the university's Class of 2025.