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Stark State and Intel unveil AI Lab and workforce partnership

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January 20, 2026

Stark State College to host Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration Jan. 28

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 20, 2026 – The public is invited to attend a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration at Stark State College on Wednesday, Jan. 28.

January 14, 2026

Stark State College announces fall 2025 president’s list and dean’s list

Stark State College has announced the fall 2025 president’s list and dean’s list.

January 05, 2026

Stark State awards 291 associate degrees at January commencement

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 5, 2026 – Stark State College graduated 268 students at its fall commencement on Sunday, Jan. 4, at the Canton Memorial Civic Center.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration

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Hooks of Hope

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Stark State and Intel unveil AI Lab and workforce partnership

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