Career and Community Studies classroom

Check out the latest video for Career and Community Studies (CCS), a non-degree transitional program that prepares students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for adult life through academic pursuits, peer socialization, and career discovery and preparation. The video, which has received well over 400 views on YouTube, spotlights a program that integrates inclusive classes, a typical college experience, and a transition curriculum to assist students in achieving adult roles and a quality of life in a community of their choice. ...

Nursing student Ava Latham created a sensory room at her former high school.

During Ava Latham’s childhood, the first-year nursing student developed a love for helping people. Latham learned the importance of caregiving from several family members who have chosen nursing as a profession.  So, it came naturally for Latham, of Montville Township, Ohio, to help her peers deal with the difficulties they may be having during the school day. During her senior year, Latham created a sensory room at Highland High School in Medina County so that students can go there to relax and decompress during difficult times.  Latham’s project was so signifi...

Members of "One Night in Memphis" Elvis Presley tribute band

“One Night in Memphis,” the official and number one tribute to Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash will be appearing live at the Performing Arts Center at Kent State University - Tuscarawas on Tuesday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. “One Night in Memphis” features over 90 minutes of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950’s rock and roll music in a very authentic and energetic presentation featuring nationally known talent. The show recreates that magical night of December 4th, 1956 when Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash found themselves jammin...

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