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Tatee Sakr's path to success in the fashion world started at Kent State University. As a 19-year-old immigrant to the U.S., Sakr chose Kent State University because it was close to her new home in Cleveland and had a reputable fashion design program. Now an industry professional…
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KENT, OH – Jakyah Beatty, a 2018 alumna of the fashion merchandising program, is headed to Ghana for a sustainability project in the textile and apparel industry. Beatty recently received a Fulbright Research Award…
Each year Kent State University recognizes faculty members who have earned promotion and tenure. This significant milestone is a reflection of the remarkable work of the faculty. Review of these actions began in the 2023-2024 Academic Year with all actions…
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School of Theatre and Dance faculty member Fabio Polanco takes the stage in the role of “Derrick” this weekend in a reading of the new play “Standardized Patient” by Phillip Christian Smith as part of the New Ground Theatre Festival at Cleveland Play House.
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Alumni Macy Hudson was just named Miss Ohio USA and will compete for Miss USA, while Caitlin Seifert, named Miss Northern Ohio, is competing for a spot the Miss America competition.
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Most soon-to-be college graduates are a bit nervous about finding that first post-college job. Kent State University student Ina Black landed her dream job before even crossing the commencement stage.
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The Kent Blossom Music Festival, an educational partnership between Kent State University and The Cleveland Orchestra returns for its 56th season from June 23 through July 28.
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The Kent State University Museum is pleased to announce their latest exhibition: “The Hepburn Style: Katharine and Her Designers.”
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In a recent feature, Vogue magazine named Kent State as “One of the Best Fashion Schools for Design, Marketing, and More.”
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Over the Spring semester, associate professor of ethnomusicology Dr. Janine Tiffe and School of Music alumnus Jennalee Quillen participated in the Advanced Pan Fellowship program. The…