The Physics Department provides a high quality, affordable, and flexible undergraduate education with extensive opportunities for student engagement. These include faculty coordinated research, involvement in teaching activities, outreach in the community, and leadership building opportunities through nationally recognized chapter of the Society of Physics Students (SPS). The goals of our degree programs are to provide rigorous training in modern and applied physics, empowering students with the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of Northeast Ohio, compete in a national and international economy, and be competitive for graduate programs in science and engineering.
However, many of our students are in need of financial support to be able to pursue their studies and fulfill their aspirations. Your gift today will enable the department to provide financial support to meritorious Physics students with financial need through Giving Day Physics Scholarship Fund.
Every donation, of any amount, helps our students realize their potential and continue their physics education without worrying about earning income from multiple jobs. We are grateful for your donation!
Personal thanks from the recent recipients of the Giving Day Physics Scholarship made possible through the funds raised in previous years:
“I am extremely honored to receive the Giving Day Scholarship this year. Receiving this award has relieved a significant financial burden this semester, allowing me to focus more deeply on my upper-division physics courses and pursue excellence in all areas of my life. Without this support, I would have to work longer hours, which would take valuable time away from learning and growing as a physicist. A special thank you to the Cleveland State Physics alumni, family, and friends—your support has made a meaningful difference in my education.” Joel McRaven, Spring 2026 Physics Giving Day Scholarship Recipient
“I want to send my sincere thanks for being awarded the Giving Day Scholarship this semester. I am honored to have been selected and appreciate the generosity of the donors and Cleveland State. This not only lightens the financial burden of my education but also motivates me to continue striving for excellence in my studies and future goals. I can now focus more on my classes and schoolwork rather than working which is a huge relief and I’m grateful for that opportunity.” Emily Shaffer, Fall 2025 Physics Giving Day Scholarship Recipient
“I would like to thank all of the Cleveland State Physics Alumni and Friends who have contributed to funding this scholarship. Receiving the Giving Day Scholarship will allow me to focus strongly on academics this upcoming semester, as well as make a seamless transition to graduate school this fall. I am overly grateful to be a part of such a fantastic department; The unwavering support from peers, faculty, and alumni has made a large impact on my career as a scientist. Thank you again to anyone that contributed to making the Giving Day Scholarship a possibility!.” Grace Miller, Spring 2025 Physics Giving Day Scholarship Recipient
“Receiving the Giving Day Physics Scholarship in the Fall of 2024 enabled me to succeed in a 15-credit hour, upper division physics and computer science course load. Without the scholarship, my financial stress would have been significantly greater, and I would have had to allocate less time towards school and more towards work – your help allowed me to focus on my education. I am very grateful and honored to have received the scholarship.” Jacob Forester, Fall 2024 Physics Giving Day Scholarship Recipient
