Feeling stuck in anxiety mode? It’s not about “just thinking positive”—it’s about training your brain to be more resilient and adaptable. In this CAPS workshop, you’ll discover how stress and anxiety actually work in the brain, and pick up practical strategies to feel more in control (and less overwhelmed). Using cognitive-behavioral tools, you’ll learn how to break free from unhelpful thought loops and practice creating new, healthier ways of thinking. With practice and repetition, you can literally rewire your brain and improve how you look & feel.
Does your inner critic need a mute button? In this virtual CAPS workshop, you’ll learn how to quiet that inner critic and swap self-judgment for self-compassion. We’ll practice simple, real-life strategies to handle daily stress with more kindness, and you’ll walk away with your very own personalized Self-Compassion Plan. Come ready to try it out, ask questions, and leave with tools you can actually use.
Want stronger, healthier connections? In this virtual interactive CAPS workshop, you’ll explore what makes relationships thrive, learn how to recognize red flags, and pick up practical tips for building habits that make your friendships, dating life, and campus connections more fulfilling.
Tired of being tired? Whether you can’t fall asleep, keep waking up, or just never feel rested, this CAPS workshop is for you. Learn how better sleep can boost your grades, relationships, energy, and even your looks. We’ll cover everything from the best times to study, to how to nap like a pro, to tricks for quieting a busy brain at night. Free handouts included!
A future in entrepreneurship may sound daunting to some, but at Kent State, students are prepared to start successful businesses with the help of LaunchNET.The Marty Erbaugh i3 Lab, LaunchNET’s summer accelerator program, has been offered to students since 2022. Participants are paid to work on their business and are provided a collaborative experience with fellow student entrepreneurs.“We have specific projects,” said Zach Mikrut, Director of LaunchNET Kent State, “ranging from business model canvas work, to prototyping, to customer interviews.” LaunchNET caters to what the students need, so ...
Meet Karissa Wahl, a member of the Honors College and a second-year public health major with junior standing from Mansfield, Ohio. She has a concentration in allied health and also minors in psychology, disability studies and community inclusion. Wahl was particularly excited to visit and tour the Kent State University campus as a junior in high school, as both of her parents are proud Golden Flash alumni. “My mom and I came in the peak of the spring season, so the campus was in full bloom and breathtaking,” Wahl told Kent State Today. “I almost immediately fell in love. I felt a s...
By Mercury FosterUndergraduate Student InternAs we prepare to welcome three poets from the Cincinnati area to Kent State, we at the Wick Poetry Center want to introduce them and their unique perspectives before their readings onstage. The poems that they will share at the reading in the Murphy Auditorium are only pieces of their identities as poets. We hope that through asking some of our guest poets about their experiences and opinions, their answers will help crystallize the fragments their poems give us into a fuller image of them. My name is Mercury. I’m a Wick intern who helped craft...
In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, this exhibition focuses on a distinctly American art form. Quilts and coverlets originated as functional pieces for keeping warm, but developed into important forms of expression and community. Visit this special exhibition to trace their evolution over time from practical household textiles to powerful reflections of artistry, identity, and community in the American home.
"Join the Microsoft Teams Phone training to unlock the full potential of Teams Phone communication! This interactive session will guide participants through the features of Microsoft Teams Phone, including making and receiving calls, managing calls with hold and transfer, voicemails, and notifications/priority calling. Perfect for users of all skill levels, the workshop includes hands-on exercises and Q&A time to ensure you leave confident in your ability to enhance your team's productivity!