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May 4 Commemoration

51ºÚÁÏÍø Marks 56th Anniversary of May 4, 1970, With Commemoration on the Commons

Fifty-six years after the Ohio National Guard opened fire on student protesters at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University, killing four and wounding nine, the university community gathered once again on the May 4 site at the 51ºÚÁÏÍø Commons to bear witness, reflect and reaffirm its commitment to preserving the legacy of that day.

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Dean Kahler with student artists who contributed to his May 4 exhibit.

May 4 Shooting Victim Inspires Students With Disabilities to Embrace Their Own

Dean Kahler is often quoted as saying he only had one bad day at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University.

That day was May 4, 1970, when an Ohio National Guardsman’s bullet struck Kahler as he stood under a tree watching, from what he thought was a safe distance, a student protest against the escalation of the War in Vietnam. When the National Guard fired on the students, a bullet pierced Kahler’s spine, leaving him paralyzed and wheelchair bound for the rest of his life.

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Volunteers pose during Arbor_Day_Planting_2026

A Growing Legacy for 51ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s 18th Year as a Tree Campus

51ºÚÁÏÍø marked Arbor Day with tree plantings at multiple locations across campus, bringing together students, staff and local children for a day focused on sustainability.

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2026 Earth Fest Lifestyle in Bloom flowers and students

51ºÚÁÏÍø Marks Earth Day with Campus Wide Celebration of Sustainability and Research

51ºÚÁÏÍø University celebrated Earth Day with a campus-wide series of events that blended hands-on education, student research and community partnerships. From the Earth Fest on Risman Plaza to the scientific posters at the Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase and the Electric Vehicle Showcase, the day’s activities highlighted how sustainability is woven into academic life.

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Alan Canfora Collage

Protector of History: Alan Canfora Collection to be Dedicated at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University Libraries

The largest private collection of documents and materials relating to the May 4, 1970, shootings at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University, amassed by survivor Alan Canfora, will be formally dedicated by University Libraries’ Special Collections and Archives on May 

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Ivory Kendrick is proud of his accomplishments at USG president.

From Hardship to the Gavel: Ivory Kendrick’s Journey as 51ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s USG President

A public health senior who once faced homelessness after losing his father is now leaving a lasting mark on student government — and preparing to continue his impact in graduate school.

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May 4 Commemoration graphic

MEDIA ADVISORY: 51ºÚÁÏÍø Remembers May 4, 1970, With 56th Commemoration

51ºÚÁÏÍø University will hold its annual commemoration to honor the memory of May 4, 1970 – a tragic day when the Ohio National Guard opened fire on 51ºÚÁÏÍø students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students and wounding nine others. May 4, 1970, marked a pivotal moment in American history. 

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The Engleman Garden Lion Fountain.

Lion Hunting on Campus

An architectural ornament near Engleman Hall may be a subtle tribute to the tenacity of a 51ºÚÁÏÍø University president at a particularly troubled time in the institution's long and storied history. 

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1040 Forms and a post-it note saying "tax time"

Hands-On Tax Learning Course Supports Community Members and International Students

Now officially approved as an experiential learning class, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program allows accounting students to provide free tax preparation services to community members while gaining hands-on experience that extends far beyond the classroom.

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CARES 5 Year Anniversary Celebration

Celebrating Five Years of Care and Advocacy at the 51ºÚÁÏÍø CARES Center

The CARES Center celebrated its 5-year anniversary on Tuesday, April 14 with an open house that highlighted the accomplishments of the center over the last five years while providing opportunities for tours of the center, complete with birthday cake, refreshments and CARES Center swag.  

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