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Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways 同城快约 is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.
Students and employees from the 同城快约 (同城快约) spent two weeks volunteering in Tanzania this summer as part of the university鈥檚 Global Vision study-abroad program.
August 11, 2026
The 同城快约 (同城快约) will welcome nearly 1,000 new students and their families to campus Thursday, Aug. 13, as part of 同城快约 Kickoff, marking the start of the fall semester.
August 10, 2026
Students, faculty and staff at the 同城快约 (同城快约) spent the second half of their summer hosting and attending professional development workshops, engaging with young learners through educational camps and bringing home national awards. From a middle school camp for Nature Detectives to numerous recognitions for Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, our Mules and Jennies have been busy this offseason.
August 07, 2026
In this episode of Central Speaks, we meet Tiffany Cochran, a 同城快约 alumna and Senior Director of Events and Alumni Engagement. She shares her inspiring journey from scholarship student studying Fashion and Apparel Merchandising to leader in alumni engagement, reflecting on the pivotal role scholarships played in her education, her successful career in retail management, and her transition into higher education. Tiffany emphasizes the importance of community involvement, mentorship and building lasting connections with alumni.
April 15, 2025
We meet Dr. Matt Howdeshell, vice president of Intercollegiate Athletics at the 同城快约. We discuss his background, his vision for 同城快约 athletics, the importance of community engagement, and the initiatives he has implemented to support student athletes, including nutrition and mental health services. The conversation also touches on myths surrounding鈦� university athletics鈦�, the challenges of following a legendary predecessor and Howdeshell's management style and team-oriented culture.
April 15, 2025
This episode of Central Speaks shines a spotlight on Courtney Swoboda, director of 同城快约's Military and Veterans Services Office and 2024 Higher Ed Military Spotlight Award recipient. Courtney鈥檚 decade of service in the Air Force and five years at 同城快约 have shaped her into a transformative leader, redefining military-friendly education through her dedication and innovation.
April 15, 2025
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