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Monday, February 6, 2023 - 12:51pm
Senior visual communication design major Jordan Edgar, '23, is the creator of the logo for Homeslice Pizzeria, Kent State’s newest dining location.
Edgar is a student multimedia designer for University Housing and Culinary Services and…
VCD Student Designs Logo for New Student Center Dining Spot
Senior visual communication design major Jordan Edgar, '23, is the creator of the logo for Homeslice Pizzeria, Kent State’s newest dining location. Edgar is a student multimedia designer for University Housing and Culinary Services and…
Monday, February 6, 2023 - 12:22pm
In Spring 2019 Jenna Gilbreath, ’23, was an incoming communication studies student, unsure and nervous about what her new life at Kent State University would look like. During an incoming student visit day, one person and one conversation reassured her that she was on the right…
‘He made me feel like we were supposed to meet and that there was a path for me’
In Spring 2019 Jenna Gilbreath, ’23, was an incoming communication studies student, unsure and nervous about what her new life at Kent State University would look like. During an incoming student visit day, one person and one conversation reassured her that she was on the right…
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 - 02:18pm
Before he graduated in December 2022, digital media production alumnus Sam Teyssier had already racked up some impressive credits: He’d worked on television shows including “American Rust” and “A League of Their Own” (among others), as well as Sundance Film Festival’s Audience…
Exceeding Expectations in Film and Production
Before he graduated in December 2022, digital media production alumnus Sam Teyssier had already racked up some impressive credits: He’d worked on television shows including “American Rust” and “A League of Their Own” (among others), as well as Sundance Film Festival’s Audience…
Monday, January 23, 2023 - 04:51pm
Laura Gordon, '87, had such a fulfilling experience as a Kent State University student, that she now gives back so that others may find their way t
Kent State Prepared Journalism Alumna for a Career in Healthcare Advocacy, Communications — Today, She Gives Back
Laura Gordon, '87, had such a fulfilling experience as a Kent State University student, that she now gives back so that others may find their way t
Monday, January 23, 2023 - 03:59pm
In March 2021, Lacy Starling, '02, got a call from a community organization in northern Kentucky looking for a CEO for a start-up news organization. They knew Starling only for her business background; after earning her Bachelor of Science in journalism from Kent State…
After 20 Years as an Entrepreneur, Alumna Returns to News Industry as a CEO
In March 2021, Lacy Starling, '02, got a call from a community organization in northern Kentucky looking for a CEO for a start-up news organization. They knew Starling only for her business background; after earning her Bachelor of Science in journalism from Kent State…
Wednesday, January 18, 2023 - 10:02am
When Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the playing field in early January while experiencing a cardiac episode, “it was one of those massive situations that cause us to rethink the role of sports in society,” according to Kent State Associate Professor JD Ponder.…
Communication Studies Professor Reflects on the ‘Mix of Good and Bad’ Communication Following Damar Hamlin Injury
When Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the playing field in early January while experiencing a cardiac episode, “it was one of those massive situations that cause us to rethink the role of sports in society,” according to Kent State Associate Professor JD Ponder.…
Monday, December 12, 2022 - 06:08pm
Misinformation has permeated conversations across all walks of life. And in the Taylor Hall Gallery at Kent State University this winter, visitors can see misinformation exposed in a new, visually interesting way.
It’s all thanks to a collaboration between Associate Professors…
Design, Communication Faculty Join Forces to Combat Misinformation
Misinformation has permeated conversations across all walks of life. And in the Taylor Hall Gallery at Kent State University this winter, visitors can see misinformation exposed in a new, visually interesting way. It’s all thanks to a collaboration between Associate Professors…
Monday, November 28, 2022 - 04:19pm
Public relations major Kristyn Hibbett, ‘23, recently earned a scholarship to attend a national summit on diversity, equity and inclusion in public relations in Chicago.
Media and Journalism Student Reflects on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in PR Industry Following National Summit
Public relations major Kristyn Hibbett, ‘23, recently earned a scholarship to attend a national summit on diversity, equity and inclusion in public relations in Chicago.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 - 04:47pm
Brandi Neloms, '09, is a senior business development manager in Amazon’s Special Projects organization and Chief Strategy Officer and co-owner of Sipping Black Only, a business dedicated to driving equity for Black founders in the beverage industry.
Public Relations Grad Talks Representation and Lessons Learned in Leadership, Business
Brandi Neloms, '09, is a senior business development manager in Amazon’s Special Projects organization and Chief Strategy Officer and co-owner of Sipping Black Only, a business dedicated to driving equity for Black founders in the beverage industry.
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 08:50pm
Eric Garner, a teacher who was able to shield his students from harm during the 2018 Parkland, Florida, high school shooting, urged journalism and media students to cover tragedies with empathy during an interactive discussion at the May 4 Visitors Center Reflection Gallery on…