Activist-in-Residence

Through this series, we hope to engage with the university community through a variety of exciting initiatives, including seminars, panel presentations, workshops, training sessions, and film screenings. 

To find out more about our inaugural Activist-in-Residence, Jazmin Long, click here. 

Spring 2025 Activist-in-Residence

We are pleased to announce that Dr. José Salinas will serve as AREI's Activist-in-Residence for the 2025 spring semester. To find out more information about him and his work, please click here.

Dr. Salinas will be at KSU campus on February 6, March 27, and April 23-24. Please find a schedule of events listed below and if you have any questions, ideas, or are interested in collaborating on a specific project, please contact Michael Rosengarten at mrosenga@kent.edu. 

February 6

Film Screening & Panel discussion - 3PM KSU Student Center Room 306ABC - REGISTER HERE

Join us for a condensed and updated screening of Harvest of Shame, an award-winning documentary that exposes the exploitative conditions faced by migrant farmworkers in the United States. After the screening, Dr. José Salinas will be joined on a panel by KSU Faculty  Dr. Danny Chand and Dr. Susan Roxburgh. Reception to immediately follow in the Schwebel Room.

March 27

DI Hub Tour with Director Chris Holthe

Institute Directors Networking Luncheon

International Studies Capstone Course Visit

Micro Research Meetings with KSU Faculty 

April 23

ESDRI Research Showcase at Earth Fest

Environmental Conflict & Resolution Course Visit

Private Dinner

April 24

Micro Research Meetings with KSU Faculty

Networking Luncheon

Farewell Reception