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As the spring semester comes to a close, many new students are beginning to start their journey at CSU. With new faces comes new ideas, experiences, and excitement, so I ask the new up and coming students, why CSU? Written by Alexander Giampietro Spring for many means a multitude of things, but to upperclassmen of Cleveland State, we see it as a time to pack up the dorm, crunch a final project that’s been on our mind or even a last hurrah with other classmates. But for incomi

At Cleveland State, a new student group is connecting activism, education, and community action. Written by Sage Colón Where it started The first time Audrey Menner attended a student organizing meeting, they went alone. “I tried to reach out to my friends, but no one else could go,” said Menner, a third-year English major at Cleveland State University. “So I was like, ‘Okay, whatever, I’ll go myself.’” What they found at the Cleveland Liberation Center was more than just a m

My advice for future Cleveland State students and a reflection on my college experience. Written by Andrew Paduano There are times when you want to convey something, but there are just too many things to say. This is one of those times. As I write this, it’s during my last month of classes – the final act. The final grand encore of exams are peaking over the horizon like a gladiator awaiting its worthy opponent. I do not yet have the sacred wisdom a bachelor’s graduate is bes

A commuter, a returning student and an international graduate student offer a look into their everyday lives at Cleveland State. Written by Helaina Rucinski There’s no single way to “do” college at Cleveland State University. For some students, the day starts before sunrise. For others, it begins closer to noon. Some move constantly, class to work to campus and back again, while others build their routines around structure, stillness or an 8,000-mile distance from home. To un

Once classmates and childhood friends who lost touch, Cleveland State University students show how college can transform old connections into unbreakable bonds. Written by Sage Colón Zoe Revay wasn’t expecting to recognize anyone when she walked into class during her first semester at Cleveland State University in the fall of 2023. She was still learning the building, navigating the new routines and adjusting to the quiet pressure of starting over. Then she heard a familiar n

As artificial intelligence becomes a default study partner on college campuses, students risk trading critical thinking, creativity and journalistic integrity for convenience – and it may be costing us more than we realize. Written by Morgan Alten There was a time when brainstorming meant staring at a blank Google Doc until your brain hurt. When ideas came from half-written notes, messy margins and conversations that spiraled into something unexpected. Now, too often, brainst

A look back on four years of life. Written by Jake Ryan My college career started on August 23, 2021 with my first day of classes. A few...

Nicole Sumlin offers a fair view of the Black experience. Written by Evan Peters " Having important conversations around these topics can...

Written by Ava Fuduric You return from an academic break blessed with holiday joy, but now have to trudge through the cold on your way...

Learn about the disorder and how to cope with it. Written by Julia Lastic What is seasonal depression? Seasonal affective disorder...

Two students’ exciting experiences abroad. Written by Christina Ibos "Definitely do it! Living in a foreign country isn’t always easy,...

Interviews with three CSU students highlighting their bands and musical careers. Written by Kirsten Kimbler “There are a lot of great...

The experience of international students who will be on campus for the holidays. Written by Aaron Inskeep Last November, I decided to...

How Cleveland State can solve its deficit problem. Written by Andrew Delly Disclaimer: These suggestions are purely for comedic...

CSU student works as haunt actor and gives insight about professionally scaring. Written by Kirsten Kimbler For five days a week, Dylan...

Why students are choosing to cast a ballot. Written by Ava Fuduric Amidst a country that’s politically polarized, people across the...

Costume inspiration for that last minute frustration. Written by Evan Peters It’s mid-October and a student walks through the halls of...

CSU students taste test the new candies hitting the shelves. Written by Aaron Inskeep Every year it seems like more and more variations...

A step-by-step process of the job hunt. Written by Campbell Pratt You graduated last semester. Or maybe your walk date is at the end of...

The importance of early childhood experiences and continued support for low-income students and families in higher education. Written by...