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The Ambassador
DECEMBER 2025
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As we near the end of this year, the December issue of The Ambassador highlights some of the major accomplishments that Marauders have made throughout 2025. Earlier this month, our entire Marauder family made a tremendous impact on the lives of our students. During our Giving Tuesday campaign, we raised over $77,000. By surpassing the $75,000 earmark we unlocked the Match option and were able to raise over $150,000 for the Gap Scholarship Fund. Thank you to all that donated as you have made it possible to keep our students in class, on campus, and on track to graduate.
And that’s just the beginning—keep reading to discover the incredible accomplishments our Marauders and Centralians achieved this year.
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Central State University Forensic Studies program
draws National spotlight from WeHBSeeU TV
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Central State University’s Interdisciplinary Forensic Studies minor received national attention on Monday, November 24th as Dr. Erin Lynch, host of WeHBSeeU TV on the QEM Network, visited campus to interview undergraduate researchers and faculty members whose work bridges the social sciences and chemistry.
Lynch and her documentary film crew spent the day filming students and professors for an upcoming episode of Forensic Files, a WeHBSeeU TV series highlighting how Historically Black Colleges and Universities are preparing the next generation of forensic scientists and researchers.
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HAIRitage:
Art, Ancestry and Identity at Central State University
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On Friday, November 14th, at the Charles White Gallery in the Paul Robeson Cultural & Performing Arts Center, Central State University was honored to feature Professor Erin Smith Glenn’s art exhibit, HAIRitage. Offering attendees a powerful, interdisciplinary exploration of ancestry, identity, and artistic innovation.
The exhibit blended traditional fine art with installation art and bio art — artwork that incorporates living organisms — transforming the gallery into an immersive learning space reflective of Smith’s teaching philosophy and creative vision.
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Student Spotlight:
Kiylah Muhammad-Drinks Honored with Prestigious Accounting Scholarship
Central State University Honors College student Kiylah Muhammad-Drinks, a Cincinnati native and Class of 2027 accounting major, is continuing to make her mark on campus and in her field. This year, she was awarded the 2025 Rosemarie Pamela Brown Scholarship from the Alliance of Black Women Accountants (ABWA), a national recognition that also earned her a commendation from the State of California.
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A Look Back at 2025:
Our Top 10 Marauder Moments
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Central State University steps into second decade as an 1890 Land-Grant Institution
Central State University marked an important milestone this spring, celebrating its 11th year as an 1890 Land-Grant Institution.
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Central State University launches semiconductors and microelectronics summer internship
The 2025 Intel-Sponsored Summer Internship Program will introduce students to the rapidly growing field of semiconductors and microelectronics.
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Central State University NAACP College Chapter reactivated by NAACP National Board of Directors
The NAACP National Board of Directors reactivated the Central State University NAACP College Chapter during its quarterly meeting on May 17, 2025.
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Building a community of care starts here: How Central State champions mental health
Central State University highlights the impact of mental health on student success, building a community of care.
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Central State University student launches Lansing HBCU Initiative to inspire next generation
Empowered by his own journey Nasaan Jackson is opening doors for Michigan youth to discover HBCUs.
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KeyBank Scholars get a head start on college life at Central State University
Before their first class begins, a group of Central State University incoming freshmen is charting a course for success thanks to a partnership with KeyBank.
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Central State University Launches the Center for Career Exploration and Development
Central State University has introduced a new resource designed to prepare students for success beyond graduation: The Center for Career Exploration and Development. Officially launched this fall.
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Central State University Athletics Launches the Gold Standard Podcast
CSU Athletics has unveiled The Gold Standard podcast, a dynamic platform that gives fans a front-row seat to the stories, struggles, and triumphs of student-athletes and coaches.
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CSU Students Advocate for Paid Student Teaching at Ohio Statehouse
Central State students KaLyn Fagan, Justin Harrison and Siala Ene traveled to the Ohio Statehouse to advocate for paid student-teaching opportunities across the state.
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Central State University Honors Ernie and Della Green with Foundation Hall I Naming Ceremony
Central State University proudly honored two of its most steadfast advocates, Ernie and Della Green, with the official naming of Residence Hall - Foundation Hall I during Homecoming celebrations. The Greens were recognized for their decades of support, leadership, and commitment to the University.
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This year Central State University introduced the Marauder Family Portal, a new tool designed to keep families informed, involved, and connected throughout their student’s college experience. With multilingual options, curated content, and access to campus events and resources, the portal is designed to meet families where they are — whether they’re navigating college for the first time or continuing a proud tradition of higher education.
Family engagement has proven to boost student success, and CSU is proud to offer this new platform as part of our ongoing efforts to support persistence, belonging, and achievement.
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HELP US CLOSE THE YEAR, BY GIVING BACK!
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