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Shawnee State University named “Opportunity College” by Carnegie Foundation

In the 2025 classifications released by the Carnegie Commission for Higher Education, Shawnee State University is the only open access public university in Ohio to be named an Opportunity College and University

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SSU School of Nursing to host accreditation visit by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Shawnee State University’s School of Nursing will host an accreditation visit by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on September 22-24, 2025.

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Shawnee State University Board of Trustees to meet August 8

The Shawnee State University Board of Trustees will hold a retreat on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 8:30 am at the Adena PACCAR Medical Education Center.

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Noah Hensley
SSU’s Noah Hensley expands his options in the world of engineering

Noah Hensley decided to attend Shawnee State University to expand his knowledge and opportunities with a degree in Computer Engineering Technology.

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Shawnee State University to host Express Registration on Aug. 1

Shawnee State University’s Office of Admission has announced it will host an Express Registration event on Friday, Aug. 1.

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Melissa Robinson
Robinson continues her OT career teaching the next generation at SSU

After nearly 30 years away from home, Melissa Robinson returned to Scioto County to teach for her alma mater, Shawnee State University.

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Mountain East Conference Extends Invitation to Shawnee State University

The Mountain East Conference Board of Directors has announced its approval of the addition of Shawnee State University to become the league’s 12th full-time member.

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SSU’s Brian Caudill named Ohio Veteran of the Year by Military Friendly

Shawnee State University’s Coordinator of Veteran Services, Brian Caudill, has been named the Ohio Veteran of the Year by Military Friendly.

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CAO of Scioto County and Shawnee State University Announce Transfer of Children’s Learning Center Operation to New CAO Creative Cubs Academy

In response to the community’s need for childcare options, the Community Action Organization of Scioto County (CAO) is developing the CAO Creative Cubs Academy and has been working with Shawnee State University to transfer the Children’s Learning Center operation to this new childcare center.

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Brady Blizzard
SSU’s Blizzard stays local to pursue nursing career

A native of South Webster, Ohio, Brady Blizzard always knew he wanted to work in health care.

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