Why WCSB matters to me
During my second semester at Cleveland State University, in February 2025, I took the leap into college radio. It changed my life – then the station was taken over.
A campus divided? CSU student political leaders speak up
Student leaders of Cleveland State University’s two leading liberal and conservative political organizations discuss growing polarization on campus and why preserving open, respectful dialogue is key to keeping political tensions from boiling over.
‘Operation Love’ delivers food, supplies to Cleveland students and local residents
CSU students and community groups teamed up to provide meals, clothing and hygiene kits at a recent Women’s Center event.
Theta Rho hosts bake sale to raise breast cancer awareness
The Theta Rho chapter will host a bake sale in the Innerlink on Thursday to honor breast cancer survivors, spread awareness and connect the campus community.
CSU senate echoes low faculty morale, hears the latest on funding and SB1
As Ohio’s Senate Bill 1 begins to take effect on campus, an increasing number of CSU faculty are speaking out about their concerns for its impact on their classrooms.
CSU shuts down student-led WCSB, hands control to Ideastream
Cleveland State University handed over control of the university’s student-led radio station to Ideastream on Friday, effectively shutting down 49-year-old WCSB 89.3. Perhaps unintentionally, CSU shuttered the station on College Radio Day.
Meet Dr. Peter Koritansky, head of CSU's Center for Civics, Society and Culture
CSU hired Dr. Koritansky after the Ohio legislature in 2023 mandated that five of the state's 14 public universities set up centers to strengthen student understanding of U.S. history, politics and culture.
CSU women's soccer hold Wright State to scoreless draw
The Vikings fought to their second consecutive 0-0 draw on Sunday as their record moves to 3-5-6 overall, 0-2-5 in Horizon League play.
Recent News
Things to do around CSU week 8
By ALEX MARTINEZ – posted October 13, 2025From networking with sports pros to celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, this week is packed with ways to get engaged and learn at CSU.
Focus on CSU-TV, a new student organization
By KIRSTEN KIMBLER – posted September 26, 2025Brayden Geier, CSU-TV president, gives background on the soon-to-launch club and what students can expect.
Students celebrate International Day of Sign
By KATERYNA KOPYLCHAK – posted October 06, 2025Cleveland State students marked the U.N. recognized International Day of Sign Languages to raise awareness of the challenges people with hearing conditions face and how community members can get involved.
Education Away Fair showcases off-campus academic programs
By KIRSTEN KIMBLER – posted October 6, 2025“Education Away is more than studying abroad,” said Ruthie Sasso, graduate assistant for Education Away. “We have all these opportunities that can kind of fit anyone's needs.”
WKYC welcomes students for behind-the-scenes newsroom tour
By Grace SalterWKYC News Director Julie Flynn stood before a group of Cleveland State University and John Carroll University students last week with one clear message: home is where the heart is.
Meet Ava, CSU's AI-powered virtual engagement officer for alumni
By AVA FUDURIC – posted September 26, 2025Cleveland State is the first university in Ohio to adopt an artificial intelligence system to expand outreach and support fundraising.
Cleveland Gaming Classic 2025 spotlights indie developers
This year's Cleveland Gaming Classic, a three-day convention, highlighted new guests, events, and indie developers at the I-X Center
IngenuityFest celebrates 20 years of cultivating community and creativity
By NICOLE WLOSZEK – posted September 25, 2025This weekend, IngenuityLabs will welcome the Greater Cleveland community to three days of adventure, innovation and imagination.
CSU men’s swimming and diving wins Akron Zips Classic
By ANTHONY REED – posted October 13, 2025Cleveland State took first place in the Zips Classic on Saturday night, with Youngstown State placing second and Xavier coming in third.
"Best Of" The Cleveland Stater Fall 2025 #1
By JANE MATOUSEK - posted October 3, 2025In the first fall edition of "Best Of" The Cleveland Stater, we introduce CSU's new AI-powered alumni-engagement officer, Ava, and delve into AI integrations in fundraising. Reporters also delve into the effect of SB1-mandated closures of student resource centers, unionization efforts at a local coffee shop, a new student-led broadcasting organization and the impactful story of a 26-year CSU employee.
Why WCSB matters to me
By NICOLE WLOSZEK - posted October 16, 2025During my second semester at Cleveland State University, in February of 2025, I took the leap into college radio. It changed my life – then the station was taken over.