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Central State University’s new president Cynthia Jackson-Hammond has set “compelling priorities” for the historically black institution, but says she realizes the changes will come gradually. “Central State University is just like a mega yacht, and you don’t turn yachts on the point of a dime. But you put into process those steps that help make sure the yacht turns evenly,” [...]

After relentless efforts towards increasing retention rates, expanding technological innovation and building a new online business degree program, President Reginald S. Avery announced his decision to step down from his role as President of Coppin State University. On Wednesday, Avery remarked in his resignation speech, “It has been my privilege and honor to have served as President of Coppin and [...]

State Sen. Tom Sawyer, D-Akron, with support from State Sen. Peggy Lehner, R-Kettering, proposed a bill Tuesday, July 17, 2012 that would limit fees college students pay for taking extra credit hours on top of a full-time load. Students who decide to take more credit hours to graduate early, or who wish to double major, will benefit from Sawyer’s Ambition [...]

Michael Harper led five players in double figures with a season-high 19 points and Coppin State defeated Nebraska Omaha 93-83 earning head coach Ron “Fang” Mitchell his 400th career victory at CSU on Friday in the Elgin Baylor Classic at Key Arena. Harper, who had scored just 10 points in the previous four games, was 7-of-12 from the floor including making [...]

Central State University, Ohio’s only public Historically Black University, celebrated Homecoming on its historic grounds throughout the week of October 10-15. From memorable events such as the Pep Rally: Stop the Violence, Increase the Peace and the Midnight Soul Bonfire to Central State’s Step Show and its Homecoming Party, students, alumni and several visitors enjoyed the festive week; acknowledging 125 [...]