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President's Gala raises over $112,000 for student scholarships

Shawnee State University’s Foundation held its annual President’s Gala on Apr. 25 raising over $112,000 to support the Friends of Shawnee State Scholarship fund.

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SSU faculty and staff recognized with SOCHE Excellence Awards

Shawnee State University faculty and staff members have been recognized by the Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) in the annual SOCHE Excellence Awards.

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CET students Parker Lauders and Kade Dancy present their Senior Capstone project.
Shawnee State University Students Develop Innovative E-Braille Display to Expand Accessibility

Computer Engineering Technology students at Shawnee State University have developed a new solution to improve accessibility for individuals who are visually impaired.

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SSU’s Underwood Looking Forward to Study Abroad in Japan

Jayden Underwood, a Plastics Engineering Technology major, is making way for an upcoming trip to Japan. The Otway, Ohio native is expecting an eventful experience.

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SSU students collaborating on a 3D-printed assistive device.
Shawnee State University Students Bridge Disciplines Through Hands-On Collaboration in 3D Printing and Occupational Therapy

Students in the Master of Occupational Therapy and the Bachelor's in Plastics Engineering Technology programs at Shawnee State University recently came together for an interdisciplinary learning experience...

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Shawnee State Bachelor of Social Work Program Director Presents Research at National Conference

Dr. Courtney Ruggles, director of Shawnee State’s Bachelor of Social Work program and assistant professor of social work, presented at The Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors (BPD) conference.

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SSU Instructor Amanda Page Joins Community Memorial Project

Amanda Page, an instructor at Shawnee State University and a longtime community advocate in Portsmouth, is joining a national initiative to reimagine how communities tell their stories.

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Shawnee State University Board of Trustees to meet April 17

The Shawnee State University Board of Trustees will meet Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:15 p.m. in Morris University Center Room 214, located on the Shawnee State University campus.

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Shawnee State University Announces Craig Gilliland as Incoming CFO

Scioto County native and Shawnee State University alumnus Craig Gilliland will join the university as Special Assistant to the President for Finance on April 6, 2026. He will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective July 1 following the retirement of current CFO Greg Ballengee.

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Shawnee State University Earns 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools® Designation

Shawnee State University announced today that it has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® Schools Designation recognized as a Silver School and a Spouse Friendly School.

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