FEATURES
Keys to Musical Excellence
Steinway status spurs musical pride
By Rachel Wenger, '00
Evergreen Gifts
Herricks' passion for education remains vibrant
By Rachel Wenger, '00
Green is Gold
Energy conservation saves $1 million at Kent State
By Anna Riggenbach, Kent State magazine journalism student

Read more about how Kent State is doing its part to conserve; Watch the "Recycling Energy" video.
Little Giants
Small businesses prove vital to Northeast Ohio's economy
By K. Marie David, Director, Outreach Marketing

The White Flower Cake Shoppe shows off the work that launched their business
Taking the Lead
Advisory committee gives student-athletes opportunity to serve
By Aaron Chimenti, Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Softball Head Coach Karen Linder plans to lead her team to the MAC tournament
No Child Left Unchallenged
Engaging the gifted child
By Lisa Lambert, M.A. '05

Two Kent State students discuss the bond they share with a former teacher
Dr. James Delisle discusses the challenges faced by parents of gifted children, from navigating the school system to everyday life
Learning in Jeopardy
Psychologists study how well we judge our own learning abilities
By Melissa Edler, M.A. '07
Good Neighbors
Kent State and King Kennedy center work to overcome poverty
By Sarah Bowen, Kent State communication studies major
Starting Over ... Again
Faculty mentor inspires student to succeed
By Pam Patacca, '76 Kent State Tuscarawas Public Relations Coordinator
Portfolio 2008 Coming
Kent State University's School of Fashion Design and Merchandising will host its annual Portfolio show at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26. For ticket prices and more information, call 330-672-3010.
Franklin Hall Grand Opening
A grand opening celebration will be held starting at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 18, to tour Franklin Hall, the new home of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Visit http://www.jmc.kent.edu for more information.