Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Central High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Central High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
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SVSU students graduate during winter 2019 semester
More than 800 students earned academic degrees from Saginaw Valley State University at the end of the winter 2019 semester.
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2019 Jun 18
SVSU theatre student's 'Rocky Horror' production coming in July
With help from time warps and Transylvanians, Saginaw Valley State University student Jessica Hurley hopes her theatrical production of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" in July transports audiences to a magically strange place. More importantly, though, she wants the campy cult classic to help gather, support and celebrate the region's diverse communities.
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2019 Jun 27
SVSU names Deans' List students for winter 2019 semester
More than 1,900 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the winter 2019 semester Deans' List. To be eligible for the Deans' List, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and carry a semester GPA of 3.4 or better.
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2019 Jun 17
SVSU names President's List students for winter 2019
There were more than 500 students from Saginaw Valley State University whose determination and commitment to academic excellence earned them a spot on the winter 2019 semester President's List. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and earn a 4.0 grade point average.
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2019 Jun 17
Local Students Recognized for Academic Achievement at Albion College
Albion College recognizes recent graduates, recipients of academic awards, and dean's list and Albion College Fellow recipients.
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2019 Jun 17
Strong work ethic drives SVSU Indy-style race team on eve of international competition
A year's worth of hard work, dedication, late nights and early mornings will culminate with the literal and metaphoric rubber meeting the road this week for Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Formula Racing team as it faces the world's top collegiate talent in Indy-style racing.
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2019 May 6
Students present research projects at annual SVSU symposium
Saginaw Valley State University's annual Undergraduate Research Project Student Symposium was Friday, April 26 in Gilbertson Hall. Among the research projects showcased at the symposium were studies on topics including the public's perception of genetic testing, the effect of teacher salary on student outcomes, mental health issues in Japan, and the demographics of opioid use in Saginaw County, among others.
Student Excellence -
2019 May 6
SVSU students workin' '9 to 5: The Musical'
Saginaw Valley State University student-actors plan to put a modern - and musical - spin on a beloved 1980 film following three working-class women getting even with their boss.
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2019 Apr 10
Shakespeare-inspired concert to showcase 49 SVSU student-musicians
An ensemble featuring 49 performers from both SVSU's Concert Choir and Cardinal Singers will present the concert - titled "The Food of Love" - Monday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the university's Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
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2019 Apr 10
SVSU forensics team places second in state contest
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team continued its record of success during a strong showing at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League (MISL) Novice State Championship hosted by Northwood University on Saturday, Feb. 16. With six other universities in attendance, SVSU's team earned second place in the Team Sweeps category, where the competition is ranked by adding the total combined points earned by each team in the contest's individual categories.
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2019 Feb 21
OPENING TONIGHT! SVSU's "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime"
A cast of 10 talented students-actors will perform in Saginaw Valley State University's production of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime," playing Wednesday through Sunday, Feb. 20-24.
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2019 Feb 20
A 'Curious' mystery - and an inclusive performance - part of SVSU's latest theatre production
Saginaw Valley State University's theatre department will stage its production of Simon Stephens' play, "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time," from Wednesday to Sunday, Feb. 20-24, in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts. Based on Mark Haddon's best-selling 2003 novel of the same name, the play follows 15-year-old Christopher Boone (played by freshman Jared Kaufman, a communication and theatre education double major from Bay City), who has been accused of killing the neighbor's dog. Throughout the production, Christopher overcomes his fears and embarks on an unforgettable journey to solve the mystery of the real killer. The adventure changes his life forever. Tommy Wedge, the play's director and an SVSU assistant professor of theatre, says "Curious Incident" will be unlike any other production audiences have witnessed at SVSU. "Not only is this a very technically-challenging play - with 400-plus light cues, rear projection, a raked stage, and student-created soundtrack - but, for the first time in our department, we are offering a sensory-friendly performance," Wedge says. That sensory-friendly version of the play - slated for the Sunday, Feb. 24 performance at 3 p.m. - will dampen the intensity of the sound and lighting elements for the sake of audience members sensitive to such elements, including individuals with autism. This more inclusive version will feature warnings for jarring lighting and sound effects, make the main floor open to audience members who want to move around (the balcony level will be reserved for attendees seeking a more traditional theatre experience), and open an "activity room" near the theatre. The activity room - open before, during and after the production - will feature staff and activities for attendees who want to take a break from watching the production while it's underway. Wedge, the father of two children on the autism spectrum, says handling the subject of autism has been a rewarding challenge for the student-actors. "The spectrum is so wide, and its manifestations so varied, that it has made this process a very educational one, especially for our actors," he says. "I think what they've developed is thoughtful and truthful, and I'm proud of what they've built." Hannah Ducolon, an elementary education major who plays the role of Judy - Christopher's mother - says the unique presentation of the play makes "Curious Incident" an important production. "This play shows that those who may be 'atypical' are just as capable as any other human being," the Bay City native says. "They just process things differently, which is displayed in every aspect of this production." "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. performances Wednesday through Saturday, Feb. 20-23, and a 3 p.m. performance Sunday, Feb. 24. The production is recommended for audiences 13 and older due to mild adult themes and language. Tickets are $13 for general admission, and $10 for senior citizens and students. Tickets can be purchased online now. For more information, please contact the SVSU Box Office at (989) 964-4261.
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2019 Feb 15
SVSU graduates more than 600 students
More than 600 students earned academic degrees from Saginaw Valley State University at the end of the fall 2018 semester.
Graduation -
2019 Feb 14
SVSU names President's List students for fall 2018
There were more than 500 students from Saginaw Valley State University whose determination and commitment to academic excellence earned them a spot on the fall 2018 semester President's List. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and earn a 4.0 grade point average.
President's List -
2019 Feb 14
SVSU names Deans' List students for fall 2018 semester
More than 2,000 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the fall 2018 semester Deans' List. To be eligible for the Deans' List, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and carry a semester GPA of 3.4 or better.
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2019 Feb 14
Local Students Named to Albion College Dean's List
Albion College announces students who were named to the Dean's List or who were named new Albion College Fellows at the end of the fall 2018 semester.
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2019 Jan 25
Vol State Student Fall of 2018
Vol State uses Merit Pages to publicize our student accomplishments.
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2018 Oct 3
SVSU names Deans' List students for winter 2018 semester
More than 1,800 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the winter 2018 semester Deans' List.
Dean's List -
2018 Jun 15
SVSU names President's List students for winter 2018 semester
There were more than 500 students from Saginaw Valley State University whose determination and commitment to academic excellence earned them a spot on the winter 2018 semester President's List.
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2018 Jun 15
SVSU students present project at annual Science and Engineering Symposium
The work of Saginaw Valley State University students were featured recently as part of SVSU's annual Science and Engineering Symposium.
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2018 May 1
SVSU students inspired to serve during Alternative Breaks across the country
For more than 50 Saginaw Valley State University students, spring break is not a typical vacation. They will be traveling across the U.S. to volunteer as part of the student-run Alternative Breaks program. Five teams of students are traveling to volunteer for community organizations throughout the country during SVSU's spring break March 5-11. The complete lineup of Alternative Breaks programs includes the following: *Champion Athletes of the Ozarks, located in Springfield, Missouri. The organization is designed to help children and adults with special needs. SVSU students are helping with daily activities. *Appalachian South Folklife Center, located in Pipestem, West Virginia. SVSU students are helping perform housing repairs along with other community service projects. *Arkansas Children's Hospital, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. SVSU students are assisting with daily activities needed throughout the hospital. *Kingdom House, located in St. Louis, Missouri. SVSU students are assisting in after-school programs where children eat healthy meals and focus on their academics. *Chesapeake Bay Foundation, located in Annapolis, Maryland. SVSU students are helping to keep the Chesapeake Bay clean and educate others about the importance of keeping such natural resources safe. SVSU's Alternative Breaks program sends students on community engagement-geared trips during both the traditional college winter and spring breaks each December and March. You can learn more at www.svsu.edu/officeofstudentlife/serve/.
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2018 Mar 6
SVSU names President's List students for fall 2017 semester
There were more than 500 students from Saginaw Valley State University whose determination and commitment to academic excellence earned them a spot on the fall 2017 semester President's List.
Honors List -
2018 Feb 16
SVSU names Deans' List students for fall 2017 semester
More than 1,900 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the fall 2017 semester Deans' List.
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2018 Feb 16
SVSU holiday play to evoke variety show spirit of Christmas past
Saginaw Valley State University student actors and vocalists will summon the spirit of the season - along with the comedy and comforts of 1960s- and '70s-era Christmas TV specials - during the Department of Theatre's 9th annual holiday-themed production.
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2017 Nov 28
SVSU Alternative Breaks teams to offer assistance in restoration, education
Eight teams of Saginaw Valley State University students are spending a week of their winter break traveling to seven states in order to volunteer their time as part of SVSU's Alternative Breaks program.
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2017 Dec 20
Fall 2017 Enrollment
Welcome to the Fall Semester 2017. Vol State Merit Pages are a way to celebrate and share your accomplishments.
Enrollment -
2017 Sep 21
SVSU names Deans' List students for winter 2017 semester
More than 1,900 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the winter 2017 semester Deans' List.
Honors List -
2017 Jun 22
SVSU names President's List students for winter 2017 semester
There were more than 500 students from Saginaw Valley State University whose determination and commitment to academic excellence earned them a spot on the winter 2017 semester President's List.
Honors List -
2017 Jun 22
SVSU students honored for outstanding service and spirit during annual Student Life awards
Saginaw Valley State University's Office of Student Life recently presented its awards to outstanding registered student organizations and individuals for the 2016-17 academic year.
School Spirit -
2017 Jun 5
SVSU Concert Band to perform
The Saginaw Valley State University Concert Band will perform in concert Wednesday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts. This event is free and open to the public.
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2017 Apr 11