Workshops
This panel discussion will explore the historical roots of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, how those roots have been distorted by Putin and major Russian media outlets, the regional and international political factors involved, and the invasion’s implications for human rights, human security, and the global order. Faculty, students, and members of the community can attend either in-person or virtually.
Discussants:
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Neil Cooper, Ph.D. (Moderator), School of Peace & Conflict Studies
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Andrew Barnes, Ph.D., School of Multidisciplinary Social Sciences and Humanities
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Eli Kaul, Ph.D., Department of Political Science
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Molly Merryman, Ph.D., School of Peace & Conflict Studies
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Gabriella Paar-Jakli, Ph.D., Department of Political Science
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Richard Steigmann-Gall, Ph.D., Department of History
Dr. Mays Imad earned her doctoral degree in Cellular & Clinical Neurobiology from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. She then served as a faculty member in the Department of Life and Physical Sciences and founder of the Teaching and Learning Center at Pima Community College before joining the faculty of the Biology department at Connecticut College. Dr. Imad is a Fellow in the Gardner Institute and with AAC&U in Undergraduate STEM Education. Dr. Imad’s research focuses on stress, self-awareness, advocacy, and classroom community, and how these impact student learning and succes
Dr. Imad works with faculty members across disciplines at her own institution and across the country to promote inclusive, equitable, and contextual education–all rooted in the latest research on the neurobiology of learning. A nationally-recognized expert on trauma-informed teaching and learning, she passionately advocates for institutions to make mental health a top priority and to systematically support the education of the whole student.
Her workshops centered on Trauma-Informed Pedagogy will be held on:
April 15th in KSC 306ABC.
12:00p - 1:00p - Bearing Witness as an Act of Love, Resistance, Hope and Healing.
In this session we will consider the power of knowledge; how understanding the neuroscience of toxic stress empowers us to self-regulate and help our students cope, engage, connect, and learn. We will examine the principles and practical examples of equity-centered trauma-informed approaches. Participants will walk away with concrete strategies they can use in their own courses and contexts to help their students’ learning and success.
1:00p - 2:00p - Trauma-Informed Pedagogy Discussion - Lunch Provided
2:00p - 4:00p - Beyond Theory: A practical Approach to Trauma-Informed Teaching and Learning
In this interactive session, we will discuss how to move from theory to practice and look at every-day strategies we could use to enact a trauma-informed approach to teaching. You will work individually and with others to consider what it means to use a trauma-sensitive lens and how such an approach not only supports your students' student wellbeing, engagement, and learning, but also your own wellbeing.
LinkedIn photo day will take place from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 17 in the Business Administration Building - Room 314A.
No appointment necessary. This event is open to all undergraduate and graduate students in the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship.
Professional dress required.
If you are not sure what to wear, check out the Dress for Success brochure from the Crawford College Career Services Office.
Celebrating Neurodiversity: Film Screening and Panel Dialogue featuring film director and guest speaker, Todd Drezner
Thursday, April 7, 2022, 5-7:30 p.m. / Kent Student Center Kiva
Kent State University’s Brain Health Research Institute; College of Education, Health and Human Services; and Autism Connections Kent student organization invite members and friends of the university community to come together during National Autism Awareness Month. Together, we will create a context for communication and understanding in which neurodiversity will be recognized and celebrated.
Guests can expect to enjoy a film screening of the 10th anniversary edition of the “Loving Lampposts: Living Autistic” documentary, followed by a panel discussion featuring film director Todd Drezner and Kent State alumni, students and staff.
An optional, pre-event reception and resource fair will be held in the Integrated Sciences Building Atrium from 4-4:45 p.m. Prepackaged movie snacks will be provided.
The main event will begin at 5 p.m. in the Kiva.
This event is free to the public. Donations supporting the Brain Health Research Institute and Autism Awareness can be made here.
Register to attend this event or access the livestream of the panel discussion.
Those participating in the livestream panel discussion can engage with Todd Drezner and panelists by emailing their questions to Lisa Audet at laudet@kent.edu.
Parking instructions
Free parking is available in the Kent Student Center Visitor Lot.
The Integrated Sciences Building and Kiva auditorium are both just a short distance from this lot.
Producer and Director, Todd Drezner
More about the film director
Todd Drezner’s first documentary, “Loving Lampposts: Living Autistic,” was inspired by his son, Sam. It screened at the United Nations for World Autism Awareness Day, won awards at film festivals around the country and was nationally released on VOD and DVD. His latest film, “The Campaign of Miner Bo,” has aired on PBS stations around the country and screened at several film festivals.
Before he started producing his own films, Drezner worked as an editor of several award-winning documentaries, which were released theatrically and aired on television. When he is not working on documentaries, Drezner produces and edits videos for large companies and nonprofit organizations. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife and son.
Special thanks
Special thanks to our partners, who will participate in the resource fair: Kent State Student Accessibility Services, Autism Society of Greater Akron, Autism Society of Greater Cleveland and The Center for Applied Drama and Autism.
Are you nuts about Kent State? Join us for our Black Squirrel Stroll! This event will include a walking tour of downtown Canton, Kent State trivia, a black squirrel scavenger hunt and discounted Kent State themed drinks at downtown Canton establishments. Come out of your winter hibernation and join us!
The deadline to RSVP has passed. Please contact Stephanie Sweany with questions about the event.
All Choose Ohio First scholars are welcome to come enjoy food and fellowship to unwind before finals. There will be snacks and games provided (comfortable clothing and tennis shoes are recommended).
Join us as we kickoff Graduate Student Appreciation Week by enjoying a free lunch while you connect with other graduate students and graduate student organizations. We also have care packages available on a first-come, first-served basis with caramel corn from Popped, ground coffee from Bent Tree, and other snacks. Complete this brief form, if you plan to attend.
Meditation is much more than just sitting still! It is a way of knowing your mind and the thoughts and emotions you experience. You can do a lot to manage these thoughts and emotions once you have a better awareness. Join us virtually to learn more about meditation and learn some skills that you can easily practice all by yourself when you start to feel sad, stressed, or overwhelmed.
The 2022 Graduate Research Symposium showcases a wide variety of presentations from many different academic programs with poster sessions and a keynote presentation from Dr. Tara Smith, Professor of Epidemiology, on Thursday.
Dr. Smith's keynote address is titled ": Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic". 2020 saw the beginning of the first major new respiratory virus pandemic in a century. Despite being ostensibly one of the most-prepared countries to handle such an event, the United States has floundered in its response, and has one of the highest per capita death rates from COVID-19 among wealthy nations. This talk will discuss missteps in the response and what has been learned (or, not) for future pandemic events
Download the schedule of program
The College of Arts & Sciences welcomes you to join them for a free slushie during Graduate Student Appreciation Week.
