The Symposium on Democracy features a wide range of artistic and cultural programs that support the theme of “Democracy and the Arts: Voices and Choices.” Special attractions include scholarly papers, gallery talks, poetry readings, dance and musical performances, and interactive sessions with Animating Democracy, an initiative that promotes artistic responses to contemporary issues. The symposium is free and open to the public. Advance reservations are not required.
The University Research Council's Celebration of Scholarship is designed to acknowledge and support the cultures of research and creative activity at Kent State University. The Celebration is open to the university community. All faculty, students, administrators, staff and community members are invited to attend. Preceding the distribution of faculty research awards, undergraduate student researchers, through a selective process, have the opportunity to present their work to an audience of faculty, staff, and administrators.