Shawnee State University

09/03/2026

Shawnee State is proud to welcome our largest freshman class in nearly a decade. More students are choosing SSU for our people, our programs and the opportunities that come with being a Bear. We’re excited to see what the Class of 2030 will accomplish.

09/02/2026

🏆 Know an outstanding Bear? Nominations are open for the 2026 Shawnee State Alumni Awards! Help us recognize alumni making an impact through their careers, communities and continued service.

🔗 shawneestatealumni.com/awards

09/02/2026

Throughout September, the James Kadel Dental Hygiene Clinic is offering free dental cleanings to first responders.

Appointments are required. Call (740) 351-3241 to schedule an appointment.

09/01/2026

Historic day for Shawnee State University! September 1, 2026, marks our official start of Shawnee State Athletics as an NCAA Division II provisional member.

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

On Friday, August 28 Shawnee State University President Eric Andrew Braun joined fellow Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) board members and CORI leadership to ring the NASDAQ Closing Bell, shining a national spotlight on the founders, ideas, and opportunities emerging across rural America.

08/27/2026

A great start to the semester! 🐻

Our Welcome Back Tailgate brought Bears together for an evening of free food and fun.

Thanks to the Hatcher family for hosting and to everyone who came out to celebrate the start of a new semester!

08/26/2026

Bear Wear Wednesday is back! 🐻 Every Wednesday, we show off our Shawnee State pride by wearing our favorite Bear gear.

08/25/2026

📢 is hiring an Assistant Professor of Psychology!

➡️ Apply now or share with your network to find the next SSU Bear » https://ow.ly/wiEQ50ZFhuO

08/24/2026

It was a busy morning on campus as Bears made their way to class and kicked off a new semester. 🐻

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