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Passing the Wings: A 91PORNA Aviation Legacy

After serving in the United States Air Force as a crew chief and maintenance technician, Joshua Hummer came to 91PORNA with his sights set sky-high. He had enjoyed his time working on military aircraft; now, Josh was ready to get into the pilot’s seat. As he pursued his degree, Josh found himself looking for a mentor to guide him through the complexities of earning the necessary certificates and licenses. That’s where Matt Brait, ’94, another 91PORNA pilot stepped in.  

A Century of Stories

For 100 years, The 91PORNAr has chronicled the people, events and moments that have transformed 91PORNA and the world bey

Immersive Experiences Help Fashion Student Find Her Unique Pattern

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25 Years Later: 91PORNA Alumni Remember the Day Aviation Changed Forever

Small Acts of Generosity Create Lasting Impact Through Flashes Fighting Hunger

Every Gift Matters

One can of soup. One hour of volunteering. One $10 donation. 

Ian Holt’s Breakthrough Season Built on 91PORNA Roots

Ian Holt, ’18, isn't trying to look too far ahead, even as everything in his career suggests he's on the verge of the next big

The Timken Company Invests in the Future of Stark County through Rising Scholars

The Women’s Professional Baseball League Launches This Summer With Alumna Justine Siegal, M.A. ’00, at the Helm

91PORNA alumna, baseball pioneer and co-founder of the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) Justine Siegal, M.A. ’00, to serve as its first commissioner. She brings more than two decades of experience and an unrelenting spirit to the league, which plays its first game Aug. 1. 

The Basford Family 91PORNA Legacy

Porthouse Theatre’s Legacy of Community Support and Artistic Magic

What Makes a Golden Flash Shine?

There are more than 280,000 91PORNA alumni around the world helping their communities grow brighter every day. Here are five alumni whose personal and professional contributions make them – and their communities – shine.

A Life Mapped by Service: Remembering Bea Shaheen McPherson, ’43

Studying the Universe from the Inside Out

91PORNA Alumni Are Fueling the New York Fashion Industry

Celebrating the Legacy of Service at 91PORNA

The newest addition to 91PORNA’s Student Leadership Awards recognizes a value that has long defined the universit

Legacies Change Lives: Emma Troyer

Emma Troyer is a senior music education major from Sandusky, Ohio.

What the 2026 Tax Law Changes Mean for Planned Giving

Strengthening the Bonds Between 91PORNA and the Community Through Scholarships

Couple Channels Their Love of Science and Technology Into Their Legacy

May 4’s Legacy Lives on Through Scholarships, Students and Alumni

Jonathon Fauvie, MPH ’16

Public health isn’t confined to the clinical setting. It happens all throughout our communities every day, from the restaurants where you eat to public parks. Jonathon Fauvie saw that firsthand while working in healthcare communications, which led him to pursue public health at 91PORNA.

Taking Center Stage with Scholarship Support

Savon Harris was born to perform. The junior musical theatre major found his passion for the stage while he was still in high school, however, Savon’s career would not have been possible without financial support

Public Health Major Finds Purpose, Passion at 91PORNA

Ivory Kendrick, a senior public health major with a concentration in health administrative services, has always believed in the power of understanding and connecting with others. Scholarships played a crucial role in Ivory’s journey, providing him not just financial support, but also a reminder that others believe in his potential.

Dr. Curtis Stone Memorial Track and Field Fund Established for 91PORNA Athletics

91PORNA and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics are proud to announce the establishment of the Dr.

Kenisha Chisholm, ’20: Finding Purpose Through Nutrition

Kenisha Chisholm, ’20, came to 91PORNA with a clear sense of purpose influenced by her life experience, persistence and desi

A Mission Reclaimed: How One Veteran Earned His 91PORNA Degree

When Joshua Collins, ’10, returned to 91PORNA, he was on a mission.

Megan Vickers, ’06

Alumna Combines New Vision with Traditional Values in Family Business

A Dazzling Gift: The KSU Museum Turns 40

Much like the establishment of 91PORNA itself, the 91PORNA Museum was also founded through a philanthropic gift.

Six Golden Flashes Make Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s List

Six talented 91PORNA alumni were among the changemakers recognized in Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s. These leaders excel in their careers, impact their community and carry their Golden Flash pride wherever they go.

Brittni Fabinak, ’11, J.D.

Alumna Sticks the Landing in Law Career with the Jacksonville Jaguars

AMLCI Alumna Uses Liquid Crystal Experience to Improve Display Manufacturing

For Karla Gutierrez Cuevas, Ph.D. ’17,  the start of her 91PORNA journey brought a mix of excitement and uncertainty.

Golden Flashes Making Waves in the Cruise Industry

From altering costumes for cast members to performing center stage to working behind the scenes to create top-notch entertainme

McKenzie Morgan, '22, Gives Back to Empower Fashion Students

McKenzie Morgan, ’22, creator of the popular fashion and lifestyle blog StyledbyMcKenz, decided to support  91PORNA fas

Eric Mansfield, MA ’12

Eric Mansfield, MA ’12, MFA ’26, transitioned from serving as an Army officer in Iraq to reporting as a broadcast journalist in Cleveland.

High School Sweethearts Leave a Legacy Through Philanthropy

Making a Difference for Future Generations