Shawnee State University
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Located along the scenic Ohio River in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University is best known for its nationally ranked game design program—regularly recognized among the top in the nation—alongside highly regarded programs in nursing, health sciences, and plastics engineering technology. The university offers a close-knit, supportive campus culture where students benefit from small class sizes, active participation in over 50 student clubs, and a vibrant campus life anchored by competitive NAIA athletics and a championship-winning esports team. Distinctively, Shawnee State stands out for its commitment to affordability and its open-access mission, providing elite, hands-on learning opportunities and entrepreneurial resources through the innovative Kricker Innovation Hub to all motivated students.
Wikipedia:Shawnee State University (SSU) is a public university in Portsmouth, Ohio, United States, established in 1986. It is the southernmost member of the University System of Ohio, and is a member of the Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE).
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