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Ph.D. Student Realized His Zeal for Mechanical Engineering as Rocket

November 7, 2023

A first-generation college student, Pete Rocco began his UToledo journey at Toledo Early College High School with the goal of becoming a medical doctor.


Pharmacy Student Earns Prestigious Fellowship for Scientific Discoveries

November 1, 2023

Swapnaa Balaji, a senior Ph.D. candidate, used her scientific research to make developments in prostate cancer treatment.


Disability Justice Motivates Law Student in Career, Student Organization

October 30, 2023

Lynn Hancsak, a second-year student at the College of Law, founded the Disability and Education Law Association, which is geared toward students interested in working in interconnected fields, as well as students who are navigating law school with a disability themselves and are attracted to the community and resources the organization provides.


Nothing Stops Rocket Wide Receiver From Reaching His Goals

October 26, 2023

Larry Stephens, a senior wide receiver studying marketing, was born deaf. At the age of 6, he was fitted with a cochlear implant — a life-changing surgery — and now he serves as a role model for the deaf community.


UToledo Freshman Publishes Original Graphic Novel Series

October 23, 2023

Ateeq Najib combined his interests in comic books and storytelling to publish his dystopian graphic novel “Kusaguma.”


Student Moves States for UToledo Paralegal Program

October 19, 2023

Celia Bauman, who graduates in December with a bachelor’s in paralegal studies, transferred from Lansing Community College in Michigan.


Sophomore Transfer Student From East Lansing Found New Home at UToledo

October 18, 2023

Now a junior studying accounting, Aaron Dickman said being a Rocket has made a significant difference academically and professionally.


Faculty Conversations Led BGSU Student to UToledo to Major in Environmental Studies

October 17, 2023

Now a senior, Nicholas Weaver said his transfer decision was “very easy.” 


Success in UToledo’s Accounting Program Added Up for Owens Transfer Student

October 16, 2023

Senior Ra’Shada Bruce’s route to becoming a Rocket wasn’t traditional. UToledo helped her make it a success.


3+3 Accelerated Program Pivotal in Law Student’s Academic Path

October 11, 2023

Katie Zura received her undergraduate degree in political science in May and this fall is in her second year of law school.