Facilities & Technology
Students studying communication & information at Kent State get access to the latest and greatest technology, facilities and resources. From our newly renovated classroom and gallery space located in the iconic Taylor Hall, to the digital television and radio studios in Franklin Hall, CCI student's have access to professional tools and experiences.
Take a tour of our facilities in 360-degree imaging and see where you'll study, learn and live in CCI!
Franklin Hall is home to the School of Emerging Media and Technology and the School of Media and Journalism within the College of Communication and Information.
The building was completely renovated in 2007 and has continued to evolve over the last 15 years. The space boasts industry-standard media technology in the Student Media Newsroom and Studio, sound labs, focus group room and more. IdeaBase, Kent State's student-powered design agency, is housed on the third floor.
Taylor Hall is home to the School of Communication Studies and the School of Visual Communication Design within the College of Communication and Information. The May 4 Visitors Center is also housed here.
The building underwent significant renovations in 2017. The newly renovated space boasts a signature gallery, photography studios, the Creative Lab, brightly lit lounge, studio and classroom spaces and the College of Communication and Information's Advising Offices.
Whether it's classrooms, labs, galleries, studios or dorms, there are so many resources for you in CCI!