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Central State leadership in conversation with Charles Fox, General Manager of WCSU-FM, 88.9 Jazzy. Student success, memories of Central and... pork chop sandwiches???

Ms. Black Ohio America, Brianna Suggs, visits the campus of Central State! The Miss Black America pageant was created in 1968 by Philadelphia entrepreneur J. Morris Anderson. Brianna speaks with WCSU-FM General Manager Charles Fox about her experience, as well as her studies in Educational Leadership.

The Dayton campus of Central State isn't a hidden gem- Omotayo Obayanju reveals just what is offered to non-traditional students who wish to take free specialty courses!

WCSU-FM is proud to introduce a compelling new podcast series: Curious About Art? with Ena Nearon. Hosted by the esteemed arts advocate and curator Ena Nearon, this podcast offers an insightful journey into the world of art, highlighting the intersections of creativity, culture, and community.

This week, we sat down with Jailla and Aalaijah from XheerXO to talk about navigating college life through student organizations, staying involved, and protecting your peace. Expect real talk on burnout, boundaries, and building community—all from students who are in it right now.P.S. Missed last week’s episode? We met with Nael Santana from CSU Men’s Volleyball to dive into the connection between athletics and mental health—it’s a must-listen.Next week: We’re chatting with Mike and Stacy about being student entrepreneurs and how they balance hustle with mental health.

In episode 1 of our podcast, we sit down with Nael Santana to dive into the world of men's volleyball and explore the important connection between the sport and mental health. Nael shares his insights on the challenges athletes face, the mental hurdles in competitive sports, and strategies for maintaining a healthy mindset on and off the court. Don’t miss this honest conversation about performance, pressure, and personal well-being.

Willis “Bing” Davis is more than an artist—he is a cultural architect, educator, and visionary whose work has uplifted generations. Born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, Davis has spent a lifetime weaving African heritage, contemporary expression, and community activism into a powerful artistic legacy. His mixed-media works, ceramic forms, and iconic use of found objects speak to both ancestral memory and present-day narratives.

How do murals become monuments to change? How can a single work of art shift a community’s consciousness? In Episode 3 of Curious About Art?, host Ena Nearon speaks with two powerful voices—muralist Jenny Roesel Ustick and community organizer Bomani Moyenda—about the role of art as activism. Together, they explore how artists use visual storytelling to confront injustice, restore dignity, and ignite transformation.

As a lover of The Arts, I enjoy finding new outlets to enhance my creativity, and because of this, I was introduced to the Black Swamp Players, which is a community theater company based in Bowling Green, Ohio. I had the opportunity to play “Wendy,” in their production of Sara Ruehl’s For Peter Pan on her 70th Birthday. Because of my role, I had the opportunity to have an intimate interview with the play’s outstanding producer, Dr. Heath Diehl. This interview marked the beginning of the exciting changes that are coming to the series! Founded in 1968, BSP, a non-profit theatre that offers a rich slate of seasonal plays, has been entertaining and engaging local audiences for more than five decades, by supporting local talent in the Northwest Ohio area. (On The Stage) For many years, Black Swamp Players performed in various venues around Wood County, Ohio. In recent years, they secured their own space at 115 E. Oak Street, which went under major renovations to convert it into a black box theater that seats about 80 people, with the addition of accessibility features and a box office. Check out their 57th season that includes such works as Heroes of the Fourth Turning (Sep-Oct 2025), The Thin Place (Nov 2025), Book of Days, The Revolutionists, and The Appliance Department. (On The Stage) Tickets are $20.00 and available for purchase online or at the box office door.

Thee Cardigan Professor is back along with poet David Matthews to discuss his upcoming event at Antioch College, Thursday, September 25th! Click above to view the full poster!