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As Central State University prepares to crown its next Mister and Miss Central State during this year’s Homecoming celebration, we’re taking a look at how the incoming Royal Court spent the summer — and how those experiences are shaping the legacy they hope to build during their reign. Mister Central State Nasaan Jackson and Miss Central State Asia Brown.
Thyrsa Frazier Svager Endowed Chair honors distinguished mathematics professor and creates new opportunities for research and student mentorship
Arunasalam Rahunanthan’s appointment as Central State University’s first endowed chair recognizes his distinguished career in mathematics and builds upon a legacy that has shaped the university for generations.
Central State University has appointed Terry Cosby, former chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), as interim vice president for Research and Economic Development and director of 1890 Land-Grant Programs.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Major General (Ret.) John C. Harris Jr. to the Central State University Board of Trustees.
Harris brings decades of distinguished military leadership, public service, and organizational management experience to the Board. He most recently served as Director of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services following his appointment by Gov. DeWine.
A transformative partnership with the Dr. Curtis J. and Mrs. Gina Crawford Family Foundation creates a premier Honors experience that will prepare the next generation of scholars, researchers, and servant leaders.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Rayshawn L. Eastman on being appointed as the new Director for the Office of the Ombuds. Please help us welcome back to Central State Ms. Thomi Brown-Frazier on being appointed as the new Administrative Coordinator for the Office of the Ombuds.
Central State University is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Edward "Eddie" L. Wingard, one of the University's longest-serving academic leaders, who served as dean of the College of Education from 1969 to 1992. Dr. Wingard passed away on July 11, 2026, at the age of 89.
Central State University has been recognized as the No. 1 fastest-growing historically Black college or university in the nation by Learn.org, a college resource website focused on helping students save time and money in the college selection process.
Central State University, in partnership with The Ohio State University, has been awarded a $4.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Services to implement the Advancing Markets for the Producers Initiative