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BSCI 40195 Poisons and Cures: The Power of Plants in the Renaissance and Beyond

Course Name: BSCI 40195 Poisons and Cures: The Power of Plants in the Renaissance and Beyond

Description: Florence during the Renaissance was a center of botanical knowledge, where plants were studied not only for their beauty but also for their medicinal and toxic properties. This interdisciplinary summer course explores the fascinating intersection of history, pharmacology, and plant biology, tracing how plants were used as both poisons and cures from the Renaissance to contemporary applications.

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This summer, 51ºÚÁÏÍø University's School of Theatre and Dance upheld its legacy of fostering community connections through the inclusion of three 51ºÚÁÏÍø affiliates in the reading of "Sister Chemistry." This reading was featured as part of the New Ground Theatre Festival, a Cleveland Playhouse Roe Green endowed New Works Festival, during the festival's 14th year. Honorarily produced by Roe Green, the staff of "Sister Chemistry" included 51ºÚÁÏÍø School of Theatre and Dance faculty Amy Fritsche as director, joined by alumni Kenedy Brooks 23', stage manager, and Shea Suffoletta '26,...

Attendees of 51ºÚÁÏÍø University's 2024 Juneteenth Jubilee drum with experienced percussionists.

51ºÚÁÏÍø University observes Juneteenth on June 19. No classes are scheduled on the holiday, and university offices are closed. The university will resume normal operations on June 22.To see a list of state-designated holidays and dates when the university is closed, please visit 51ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Academic Calendar....

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51ºÚÁÏÍø University has announced interim leadership appointments for the College of the Arts, effective July 1, 2026.Interim Dean of the College of the Arts. Jillian Sokso, M.F.A., has been appointed interim dean of the College of the Arts. Sokso is a visual artist, educator, and academic leader who currently serves as director of the School of Art at 51ºÚÁÏÍø.Since joining the university in 2022, Sokso has provided strategic leadership for one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive schools of art. Her work has focused on advancing academic excellence, supporting faculty and ...

Students on Stage

A place for students of all backgrounds to thrive on and off stage! We are committed to leading a fully student-produced season of shows every year, from plays, to musicals, and in between.
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SME 51ºÚÁÏÍø Chapter

The SME Club is a premier student club dedicated to advancing manufacturing and engineering excellence. We envision building a world-class, highly skilled, and innovative talent pool by offering members exceptional career development and technical skills
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