State audit says Ohio’s only public HBCU inaccurately charged students tuition and fees

Central State University, Ohio’s only public historically Black college or university (HBCU), has been found to have inaccurately charged students tuition and fees, according to a recent state audit. The audit by State Auditor Keith Faber revealed financial mismanagement, with the former CFO and his insurer now required to repay over $105,000. This situation highlights potential issues in financial oversight and accountability at public institutions, which is crucial given the university's role in providing higher education opportunities to underrepresented communities. The findings could prompt changes in financial management practices to prevent future discrepancies.