CSU President Laura Bloomberg, Ph.D.

Bloomberg discusses strategic plan, budget cuts, the election, campus safety and mice

In an interview with The Cleveland Stater, Dr. Laura Bloomberg outlined CSU’s priorities through 2030, and addressed possible challenges in funding, safety and higher education under the Trump administration.
Pete Buttigieg at City Club forum

Pete Buttigieg highlights Midwest infrastructure at Cleveland City Club Forum, meets students

The U.S. Secretary of Transportation discussed federal investments, climate equity and transportation challenges during his Cleveland visit, and later met a select group of the region's students, including several from CSU, after his City Club appearance.
CSU alumni graphic

CSU’s alumni: Where are they now?

What have CSU alums been up to since graduation? The Stater spoke to Lauren Hopkins and Alexis Figlar, two recent graduates, to see how life after Cleveland State is treating them.
Pantry assistants stock and clean the pantry before students arrive for the annual CSU Lift Up Vikes! food drive.

CSU’s Lift Up Vikes! food pantry supports students in need

The Cleveland State community donated food and hygiene products to support students in need during the end-of-semester drive to make sure the food pantry is filled ahead of the winter break.
U.S. dollars, a mobile phone with a betting app and a soccer ball

Do college students have a sports gambling problem?

Sports gambling has caught the attention of tens of millions of Americans. Many of them are closer than you might think, whether it be at home, at work, or at school.
Rhodes Tower seen through blossoms

QSA’s 'Queer Prom': A night of glam and community

The Queer Student Alliance organized an inclusive prom event to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community on campus, offering a welcoming space for self-expression and connection.
Nic Dawg, left, and Julia Urban showcase how Cleveland can improve on the urban ecosystem including local food production.

Digital CSU Student Showcase highlights multimedia creativity

The sexism of "Dancing With the Stars" fans

The sexism of “Dancing With the Stars” fans

“Dancing With the Stars” viewers hold women involved in the show to much stricter standards than the male stars and judges.
Grammy picks and predictions: 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony

Artists I think should win the four main categories at the 2025 Grammys

Plenty of artists released music that shaped 2024. Here’s my list of picks for who should take each category at the 67th annual awards in Los Angeles Feb. 2, 2025.
CSU MBB Tevin Smith (0)

CSU downs Oakland 92-75

Tevin Smith (0) led the way for Cleveland State finishing with 37 points as the Vikings improved to 2-1 in Horizon League play and 7-6 overall.

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