Brianna Ali Arko uses princess magic to turn frowns upside down for children battling cancer. Ali Arko is in the pre-medicine program in the College of Arts and Sciences at Kent State University. She volunteers for a non-profit group called, A Special Wish Foundation Inc., Cleveland Chapter. WKYC TV followed Ali Arko as she visited University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospitals in Cleveland. Watch as Ali Arko spreads joy as Princess Anna from the movie “Frozen.” ...

Heart of Kent State

A Message from Beverly Warren, president, Kent State University: "Last July, I eagerly joined this vibrant community and felt it was important to listen and learn from so many who care deeply about Kent State.  During more than 50 scheduled events in the Presidential Listening Tour, more than 5,000 participants generously shared their thoughts, ideas, concerns and suggestions about the university.   "The answers to the question 'What is the heart of Kent State?' were as varied as the individuals who voiced them. However, some common themes emerged from the comments shared both i...

College of Communication & Information

A World of Her Own. Photo credit: Leah Klafczynski

Our impressive standings in national and international competitions demonstrate JMC’s commitment to building media and communication leaders. Year after year, JMC students produce award-winning work and this year is no exception. The highly competitive 55th Annual William R. Hearst Journalism Awards Program consists of 14 competitions in college writing, photojournalism, radio broadcast, television broadcast, and multimedia. JMC students already are off to a great start, placing in various categories.  Categories Narrative Multimedia Storytelling – Features Chelsae Ketchum, a ...

Kent State University Psychology Professor John Dunlosky will participate in the White House Workshop on Bridging Neuroscience and Learning on Friday, Jan. 23, in Washington D.C. Dunlosky will provide expert input about the current state of research relevant to neuroscience-based interventions for improving education. ...

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