Sydney Wisnor Named 2026 Cleveland State University Valedictorian

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Sydney Wisnor from Elyria, Ohio, has been named valedictorian of the spring 2026 graduating class from Cleveland State University (CSU) College of Health. She is earning a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences on the Pre-Occupational Therapy track, with a minor in Neuroscience.  

Sydney Wisnor posing in front of CSU seal wearing valedictorian stole and commencement regalia.

Wisnor maintained a 4.0 GPA and was named to the dean’s or president’s list each semester. 

During her time at CSU, Wisnor demonstrated a commitment to service and leadership. She completed more than 300 hours of volunteer work, primarily with GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland, and served as a neuroscience lab teaching assistant supporting student learning. Wisnor also served as president of the Pre-Occupational Therapy Association. 

In fall 2026, she will begin CSU’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy program and plans to work as an occupational therapist for children with neurological conditions or cancer.  

“Throughout my time at CSU, I have formed meaningful relationships, gained substantial knowledge about health sciences and have been given unforgettable, formative experiences,” Wisnor said. “This has helped shape the student and individual I am today.” 

CSU congratulates Sydney Wisnor on her exceptional accomplishments and wishes her continued success in her doctorate program.   

Read more about all of the CSU spring 2026 valedictorians and other high-achieving graduates on the University’s Commencement graduate stories web page.