Schedule of Events
To honor and remember the events that occurred on that tragic day, virtual events and exhibits hosted by Kent State University students, faculty and staff are scheduled through May 4.
Jerry Lewis was professor of sociology at Kent State University from 1966 to 1996. He witnessed the May 4 shootings as a faculty marshal and dedicated much of his career to researching, memorializing, and lecturing about the events of May 4, 1970.
Jerry Lewis was professor of sociology at Kent State University from 1966 to 1996. He witnessed the May 4 shootings as a faculty marshal and dedicated much of his career to researching, memorializing, and lecturing about the events of May 4, 1970.
What does it mean to teach peace? What does it mean to teach truth?
Join us at the May 4 Visitors Center to explore the story of May 4. The tour, guided by Visitors Center staff, will start in the Center galleries, and transition outside to the Landmark Site.