Anne Vogel, director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, presented Kent State University with the state’s platinum-level award for Encouraging Environmental Excellence through its solar arrays, composting and food waste programs.The presentation, which was attended by faculty, staff, students and administration, was held on Tuesday at Harbourt Hall. After the short presentation, Vogel was accompanied on a facility tour as time allowed.Kent State is one of 48 schools, companies and organizations across the state honored by the Ohio EPA for taking exceptional measures to prote...
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Going 'Bananas' For Fan Engagement: Kent State Student Interns with Viral Sensation Savannah Bananas
College of Communication & Information
Kent State student Anthony Scilla, '25, found himself drawn to the Savannah Bananas, fascinated by their innovative style of baseball entertainment known as "banana ball." The former amateur baseball team garnered national acclaim and amassed millions of fans and TikTok followers with its unconventional approach to the game, incorporating elements like kilts, viral choreographed dances, flaming bats and more.As a Fan Services Intern this spring, Scilla is gaining invaluable firsthand experience, directly engaging with these millions of fans. “It’s fun, it’s entertaining and it’s a blast t...