Viking Traditions Book

Near the shores of great Lift your voices, Lake Erie, join the chorus grand for all to view, 'til our work is through. proudly stands our Alma Mater, Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, Noble CSU. Hail, all hail CSU!

Fight Song

Dear Fellow Vikings: O hail the , It is our privilege to present you with the first volume of The Viking Traditions Book. Green and White for our colors we shall fight! While we only spend a few years here at Cleveland State, after our time on campus ends we will head into the world surrounded by a community of thousands of fellow Vikings. We may end up in different places, To battle, Vikings all, but when we see each other we know we share common experiences and memories. We know that we are True Vikings. We'll sound the Viking trumpet call! The Viking Traditions Book is meant to serve as a scrapbook of your time at CSU and as a checklist of items We always will defend to complete before you graduate. Everything is do-able at any point during your time at CSU. The faithfully; This is your school. This is your city. Have fun! Make the most of your time at CSU and take pride in the fact Pride of Cleveland that you are a True Vike! For Cleveland State we'll fight on to a victory! Sincerely,

Allison Dumski & Arit Umana Viking Traditions Book Co-Chairs

1 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 2 The History of Cleveland State

1964 Gov. James Rhodes signs legislation University Center Atrium opens (commonly Cleveland-Marshall College of Law University Library acquires its two 2008 Renovated Main Classroom University inaugurates annual creating Cleveland State University as referred to as “The Cage”) celebrates its 100th anniversary millionth item building opens scholarship event — Radiance, CSU Ohio’s seventh state university 1977 Prince Charles receives Honorary Cleveland State offers the nation’s first 2004 First Honors Program classes begin University Center razed; construction Realizing the Promise 1965 First Cleveland State students Doctor of Laws Degree master’s degree in diversity management Campus411 opens, providing students of new Student Center begins CSU and NEOMED collaborate on attend class Law Building dedicated 1998 New buildings for the Monte Ahuja with a one-stop center for registration, Ground broken for College of Education medical education initiative to train primary care physicians for urban areas 1966 Dr. Harold Enarson named first College of Urban Affairs established College of Business and Department of records, billing and financial aid and Human Services building president Health Sciences open University raises $10.5 million for 2009 Dr. Ronald M. Berkman named 2012 CSU Arts Campus opens; 1981 Science and Research Center collaboration with Cleveland Play House College of Education added dedicated 75th anniversary of the Co-op and scholarships and programs, setting a sixth president Engineering programs new record and PlayhouseSquare brings theater, First CSU Alumni Award presented; first 1984 Former Cleveland State Trustee 2010 Alumnus Bill Julka gives $6 million art and dance programs to Allen Theatre CSU alumni reunion CSU switches from quarters to semesters College of Arts and Sciences reconfigured for scholarships; newly opened College of Joseph E. Cole donates the Cleveland and Middough Building as College of Liberal Arts and Social Education and Human Services building 1967 First graduate degree programs Press Library to Cleveland State 1999 Alumni Association website goes live Sciences and College of Science is named Julka Hall Phase one of Campus Village opens; offered in Education, Engineering, 1986 Men’s basketball team wins 2000 Maxine Goodman Levin College of expansion of campus’ north side is Chemistry and Mathematics AMCU championship and post-season Urban Affairs moves into new building 2005 Convocation Center renamed Student Center and Euclid Commons Cleveland’s largest residential in honor of Bert L. and Iris S. Wolstein residence hall open development in 30 years 1969 Cleveland-Marshall School of Law tournament 10th anniversary of Distinguished Alumni becomes sixth college of Cleveland 1988 Dr. John A. Flower named third Awards; CSUAA endows Distinguished Multi-million dollar remake of campus begins CSU and Cleveland Schools collaborate on 2013 U.S. News & World Report ranks State University president Alumni Awards Leadership Scholarship CSUAA celebrates 50 years of Campus International School CSU within the top 10 percent of more First doctoral programs incorporation College of Science renamed College of than 3,000 universities in its “National 1990 Music and Communication 2001 Dr. Michael Schwartz named fifth University” category Science Building dedicated Building opens president 2006-08 Admission Standards phased in Sciences and Health Professions; over three years independent School of Nursing CSU welcomes the largest freshman 1971 University Tower (now Rhodes Tower) 1991 Convocation Center opens 2002 Six faculty win prestigious Fulbright established class in history — 1,800 students and Main Classroom Building dedicated Scholar awards, ranking Cleveland State 2006 Grand openings of Fenn Tower, 1993 Dr. Claire Van Ummersen named 2 third in the nation Recreation Center and East Garage 20th anniversary of Distinguished A division of Cleveland’s MC STEM High 1972 Enrollment jumps from 5,000 fourth president Alumni Awards School for students studying science, students in 1966 to 15,000; faculty 1996 Alumnus Matt Ghaffari receives An economic impact report reveals that 2007 Parker Hannifin Administration technology, engineering and math opens increase from 90 to 450 in 2001, Cleveland State pumped $254 Center opens 2011 Alumnus Monte Ahuja makes the the silver medal during the Olympics in largest gift commitment in CSU history on the CSU campus 1973 Dr. Walter B. Waetjen named Atlanta for Greco-Roman wrestling million and 2,997 jobs into the Northeast CSU reaches 100,000 alumni Ohio economy $10 million for scholarships and an CSU unveils plans for a new Health second president 1997 New College of Law Library is dedicated CSUAA updates strategic plan/mission Professions Building. (Name TBD.) West Center Extended Campus endowed faculty chair; Monte Ahuja 1974 A History of Fenn College is 2003 statement/bylaws and discontinues dues, University embarks on image advertising opens in Westlake College of Business named in his honor published by G. Brooks Earnest campaign featuring faculty and students creating open membership Woodling Gym dedicated

3 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 4 Student Government About SAA

The Student Government Association is the voice of students at Cleveland State. The Student Alumni Association is a campus organization run by students, for students. Together, we build traditions, create pride, and enable students to own their space and SAA helps you connect and engage with Cleveland State University through events and own their experience on campus! leadership opportunities. Our purpose is to listen to student needs and concerns, to represent the interests of the student What separates us from other student organizations? Our network! We also help you form relationships population, and to provide information and opportunities for involvement on campus. We work as a bridge with CSU alumni. SAA members receive invitations and access to exclusive CSU Alumni Association- to University administration and faculty to ensure that the welfare and educational interests of students sponsored events — social networking, career development, and community activities. are incorporated into the goals and policies of the University. Our other programs and events include: From our Executive Board and Cabinet of Directors to our Senate, SGA is comprised of members that  Homecoming Parade and Tailgate  T-Shirt Tuesday represent students in all areas of University and student life. These areas include Senators from all the colleges as well as residence halls, student organizations, and at-large positions. Our members work  Almost Alumni Dinners  College Colors Day to represent students in their specific areas as well as work on the projects that SGA has decided to  Flashback Friday  Students Helping Students undertake as a whole.  Tomorrow Made Possible  Presidential Ambassadors We have open positions with modest scholarships and always are looking to hear from you, so stop by our office on the second floor of the Student Center (SC217/218) or connect with specific members through We are proud to bring you the Viking Traditions book! For more information, like us on Facebook www.CSUSGA.com. Our Senate meetings are open to the public and are usually held on the first and third (www.facebook.com/csusaa) or follow us on Twitter (@Viking_4_life). Fridays of the month. For more information, like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/CSUSGA) or follow us on Twitter (@sga4CSU).

5 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 6 Pride & Traditions Graduation Checklist

INSTRUCTIONS: Complete 50/75 CSU traditions with proof to the Student Government Association and you will be rewarded the ‘True Viking’ award and recognized at Graduation. Must complete and have proof of the following items to receive a special token at Graduation:

Take a picture in the CSU photo booth Join Greek Life Springfest Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Attend each of the following Cabsino sporting events: Attend a Late Night Study Facility Stress-free zones ATTACH PHOTO night around finals week Browns Game Winter Wonderland Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 Indians Game Get a picture of yourself from a Be a member of an on campus Cavs Game Homecoming event organization Monsters Game Parade Go on a Viking Expeditions trip Present a Rascal House receipt Concert Participate in Do-Gooder Day Participate in College Pride Week Tailgate Participate in Make a Difference Day Fill out an alumni contact card Viking Madness Get a Screening at Wellfest Get a picture with the CSU Jeep Harvest Ball/Dance Eat at Elements Practice a presentation in the Check out a book from the Attend 10 sporting events presentation rooms in the Library Michael Schwartz Library Sit in the student section at a Rock CSU gear from the bookstore Attend the President’s Picnic ATTEND THE FINALS WEEK Late Night Study Facility Basketball game Obtain an autograph from 3 of your Visit the: signature from Paint the rock favorite CSU athletes Zoo SGA member: Do a mock interview with Take a picture with the An area Metropark Career Services Cleveland Skyline in the background Lake Erie Post your resume to CareerLine Go to the top of Rhodes Tower and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum See a CSU production at take a picture PlayhouseSquare Attend a Student Government Eat at 3 of 10 restaurants Visit the CSU Art Gallery Association meeting Hard Rock Café Play an Intramural or Club Sport Complete all Gen Ed Requirements Flannery’s through the CSU Rec Center Hold an executive board position or Melt Utilize at least 2 of the following equivalent leadership position within Happy Dog an organization services: Deagan’s Attend, volunteer, enter, or work the The Writing Center The Chocolate Bar Cleveland International Film Fest TASC Winking Lizard Study in the Cleveland-Marshall The Math Learning Center College of Law, Law Library Great Lake’s Brewery ATTACH RECEIPT TRIO Utilize your advising center Becky’s Study abroad Eat, study, or have a meeting at The House of Blues Attend the CSU Career Fair Café Ah Roma Eat at all of Michael Symon’s Restaurants Attend a CSU musical concert through Attach an article from: B Spot the Department of Music The Cauldron Lola’s Orchestra The Vindicator Lolita’s Chorale The Gavel Visit a Cleveland Museum Chorus Whiskey Island Attend an Almost Alumni Dinner Chamber The Cleveland Stater Take a ride on the Trolley Live on campus Take a picture in front of the Climb the Free Stamp Make the Dean’s List CSU fountain Attend Rock the Rec Eat a meal on the Bryon & Dreama Spend a day in the SC court yard Go to the top of Terminal Tower Take a photo in the CSU photo booth Terrace on the 3rd floor of the Attend all of the CAB events below: Student Center Sign a ‘Thank you’ Card at the SAA ENJOY A NICE LUNCH AT Welcome Back BBQ Tomorrow Made Possible event Elements Bistro Get a picture with Magnus Plazapalooza Make a stop at the West Side Market Swim in the Natatorium Walk at graduation

7 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 8 I Volunteered! I prepared for my career

CSU Career Fair i got this business card at the

ATTACH BUSINESS CARD

I DID A Mock Interview at the career center CAREER SERVICES SIGNATURE & DATE I POSTED MY RESUME TO Career Line

PLACE YOUR PHOTOS HERE FROM:

Do-Gooder Day ATTACH SCREENSHOT Make a Difference Day Viking Expedition Trip

9 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 10 I attended 10 sporting events! Go Vikings!

MY THREE FAVORITE CSU Athletes’ AUTOGRAPHS

ATTACH PHOTO I SAT IN THE 10 Student Section AT A BASKETBALL GAME! 6 9 8

7 11 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 12 I enjoyed the arts I was active!

I got a screening at Wellfest BMI Blood Pressue

Heart Rate Height

SCREENER INITIALS ATTACH PHOTO I ROCKED THE the Rec!

I painted The Rock ATTACH PHOTO

ATTACH PHOTO

ATTACH TICKET

I PLAYED AN Intramural/Club Sport at the CSU REC

OUR TEAM NAME CSU Production I went to the I went to a CSU Art Gallery yhousesquare at pla

CHAMBER

CHORALE CHORUS team photo

ORCHESTRA

I WENT TO A CSU Concert

Viking Traditions Book 14 I made the Dean’s List I studied abroad I studied hard!

attach photo of certificate ATTACH PHOTO

I met with my advisor ADVISOR SIGNATURE & DATE

attach photo I completed all GenEd requirements attach photo I maintained a 2.5 minimum GPA

i practiced a presentation presentation room at the libr ianry the i studied in the Law Library

ATTACH AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT HERE I checked OUT the BOOK TITLE by from the Michael Schwartz Library AUTHOR ON . IT WAS A BOOK. DATE

I UTILIZED 2/4: tutor signature & DATE Writing Center TASC Math Learning Center TRIO

Viking Traditions Book 16 I engaged... take a picture at the ...at CSU CSU Fountain

i enjoyed a nice lunch on the Bryon & Dreema Terrace DATE

with attach photo i attended an SGA Meeting PRESIDENT’s SIGNATURE & DATE

attach photo

attach photo with roomate(s)

attach photo from

College Pride Week ATTACH PHOTO I lived on campus

I participated in College Pride Week DATE

i spent some time attach photo relaxing in the I was a member of organization. SC Courtyard PRESIDENT signature & DATE

I held an executive board position with the organization.

role date President’s Picnic Viking Traditions Book 18 me & the csu president at the I went to Homecoming!

(Counts as one requirement. do at least one item below)

attach photo from Homecoming Parade

attach photo from Homecoming Dance

attach photo

ATTACH PHOTO from Tailgate i swam in the my fraternity/sorority Natatorium t ticket

Magnus & me! attach concer

attach photo from attach photo Viking Madness I pledged

19 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 20 I am a...... proud Vike!

I MADE IT to the top! life! attach photo from FOR the top of Rhodes Tower Vike

ATTACH A COPY OF THE ALUMNI CARD YOU FILLED OUT

ATTACH PHOTO from registration attach photo with the CSU Jeep

ATTACH RECEIPT from Viking Outfitters

at graduation

i am registered to walk

SIGN a attach photo thank you card attach photo or nametag at the saa i purchased my CSU Gear! Tomorrow Made Possible event! i attended an Almost Alumni Dinner Viking Traditions Book 22 Stay...... informed

Five slots for articles from csu publications. must find all Five.

attach articles from attach articles from The Cauldron Whiskey Island The Gavel The Vindicator The Cleveland Stater

23 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 24 I had fun at...... CAB Events

attach photo from date Welcome Back BBQ I WENT TO THE Welcome Back BBQWi th ON I WENT TO Plazapalooza With ON I WENT TO Spring Fest With ON I WENT TO CABsino With ON I WENT TO Stress-Free Zones With ON ON attach photo from I WENT TO Winter WonderlandWi th Plazapalooza

ATTACH PHOTO from Stress-Free Zones

attach photo from CABsino attach photo from Winter Wonderland

attach photo from Spring Fest

25 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 26 The city is...... my campus

me with the city attach photo

ATTACH RECEIPT

ATTACH PHOTO from Cafe Ah Roma

attach photo with Cleveland Skyline

from the top of Terminal Tower

GOTTA LOVE Rascal House!

27 Viking Traditions Book Viking Traditions Book 28 date i climbed the Free Stamp I TOOK A RIDE ON the Trolley

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! attach photo from Cleveland International Film Fest Lake Erie i went to the zoo! attach photo from a Museum

attach photo from the Free Stamp

attach photo from the

Trolley attach photo from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

ATTACH PHOTO from attach photo from Metroparks St. Patrick’s Day

date I went to a Museum attach photo from THE i took a dive in Lake Erie Cleveland International attach photo from the Film Fest Cleveland MetroparksZoo i went to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum i went to the Metropark on

Viking Traditions Book 30 I love CLE sports! I got a taste of Cleveland! must attend all four i went to 4/10 restaurants: Happy Dog House of Blues Hard Rock Cafe Becky’s Winking Lizard Flannery’s The Chocolate Bar Great Lakes Brewery Melt Deagan’s

attach photos or receipts

attach ticket from Cavs Game team played DATE

our score their score

attach ticket from

Browns Game team played DATE i ate at all three of our score their score Michael Symon’s Restaurants! ATTACH PHOTO

attach ticket from Indians Game team played DATE

our score their score attach receipts from attach photo from the attach ticket from Lola’s attachTrolley photo from the i went to the Monsters Game team played DATE TrolleyLolita’s West Side Market! B Spot

our score their score Viking Traditions Book 32 Start your own traditions!

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