Each year, the Young Alumni Council, in collaboration with the CSU Alumni Association, presents the Golden Apple Awards to recognize faculty and staff who make a lasting impact on Cleveland State University students.

The 2025 recipients from the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education are:

• Thomas Hilde, Assistant Professor, Urban Studies

• Robert Kleidman, Associate Professor, Criminology and Sociology

• Sharon Swan, Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice, School of Education and Counseling

• Jeff Verespej, Instructor, Urban Affairs

Their commitment to teaching and student success is exceptional and greatly appreciated. Congratulations to all!