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In an era of heavy emphasis on technology-based jobs, it’s often surprising to see how degrees in other areas can pair very well with careers rooted in math or science. Keri Bentley earned her degree as an English generalist from Shawnee State University, graduating in spring 2018.
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Shawnee State University is proud to host the 2020 OhioX Virtual Tech Tour, starting at noon on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
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Shawnee State University students grew more than 700 trees this spring and about 300 were given away July 27-28 as part of a National Arbor Day celebration.
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Shawnee State University’s Plastics Engineering program has received help from two industrial leaders to enter a new phase in making protective face shields for COVID-19 responders.
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Sunil Ahuja, Ph.D., has been appointed Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at Shawnee State University effective July 1, 2020.
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Medical professionals face daunting challenges as COVID-19 continues, but the spirit driving future careers in the field remains strong among students starting Shawnee State University’s nursing program.
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The Shawnee State University Board of Trustees will meet Friday, June 26, at 4:30 p.m. in the Morris University Center Ballroom, located on the Shawnee State University campus.
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Shawnee State University President Jeff Bauer announced plans to return to campus in a phased approach over the summer leading to the Aug. 24 start of fall semester.
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One of the youngest graduates from Shawnee State University received her degree during the Spring 2020 Commencement May 16.
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