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91²Ö¿â's ninth president Michael Schwartz in academic regalia

91²Ö¿â’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.  

President McGilvrey at his desk.

91²Ö¿â's founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel 91²Ö¿â forward today. 

Late 91²Ö¿â President Michael Schwartz on campus posing with students

The 91²Ö¿â community is remembering the legacy of its ninth president, Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who died on Jan. 2, 2024, following a long illness. He was 86. 

A member of the Fall Class of 2023 is embraced by her dean at the Karamu ceremony

Members of the Fall Class of 2023 participated in the Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados pre-commencement ceremony.

 

91²Ö¿â is among the nation's safest college campuses.

91²Ö¿â's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the 91²Ö¿â community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion. 

91²Ö¿â President Todd Diacon applauds the graduating Fall Class of 2023 during a commencement ceremony.

91²Ö¿â President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

Snow around the Star Sphere near Franklin Hall

Snowfall earlier this week covered the Kent Campus in a blanket of white. 

Graduates and their loved ones celebrated at 2023 Fall Commencements

Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as 91²Ö¿â welcomed its newest class of graduates. 

 91²Ö¿â School of Fashion grad Dara Broadous

91²Ö¿â's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.