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“I definitely had a purpose going into my college career, and Kent State Stark helped me achieve it,” says Kent State graduate Kent Weaver.

Creating Dreamers and Doers: Kent Weaver

Thursday, November 1, 2018 - 12:10pm
Armed with a biology degree, completed entirely at Kent State University at Stark, Kent Weaver says he is more than ready to pursue his calling to become a doctor of veterinary medicine.
The Kent State University women’s rugby team took matters into their own hands when they encountered a tree blocking the road on their way to a match. (Photo credit: Tina Miller)

Kent State Women’s Rugby Team Shows Tree-mendous Effort on and off the Field

Thursday, November 1, 2018 - 12:02pm
The Kent State University women’s rugby team found themselves facing a literal bump in the road on their way to a rugby match on Oct. 7.
Kent State University’s School of Fashion Design and Merchandising added a new graduate-level educational experience to its nationally and internationally ranked offerings.

Highly Ranked Kent State Fashion School Launches New Graduate Program

Monday, October 29, 2018 - 1:16pm
This semester, Kent State University’s School of Fashion Design and Merchandising, an Ohio Center of Excellence, added a new graduate-level educational experience to its nationally and internationally ranked offerings. 
The Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) presented its Annual Excellence in Workforce Development Award to the Multi-County Advanced Manufacturing Corridor, a partnership of Kent State at Tuscarawas and several economic development organizations.

Multi-County Advanced Manufacturing Corridor Project Honored With Ohio Economic Development Association Excellence Award

Monday, October 29, 2018 - 12:38pm
The Multi-County Advanced Manufacturing Corridor, a partnership that includes Kent State University at Tuscarawas, has received the annual Excellence in Workforce Development Award from the Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA).
Blake Stringer, Ph.D. (right), assistant professor of aerospace engineering at Kent State, and research assistant Kendy Edmonds study the power needs for a new larger generation of drones for a research grant funded by the Army Research Laboratory.

Army Funds Kent State Aeronautics Professor to Research Drone Technology

Friday, October 19, 2018 - 12:36pm
A grant from the Army Research Laboratory has a Kent State University researcher flying high.   The grant provides more than $130,000 for Blake Stringer, Ph.D., assistant professor of aerospace engineering in Kent State’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering, to study propuls...
John D. Johnson, associate professor of biological sciences, received a three-year, $450,000 grant for a study that could provide a better understanding of how we create deeply-ingrained fear memories — and how to stop them.

Kent State Biologist Wins Grant to Study Neurological Roots of Chronic Stress, Fear

Friday, October 19, 2018 - 12:23pm
People who suffer trauma will, with few exceptions, never forget what happened to them, but a Kent State University researcher may be able offer them the hope of living without constant fear and anxiety.
Jennifer Miller, lecturer in Kent State's School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences, was given the opportunity to meet Oprah Winfrey and attend a WW (formerly Weight Watchers) retreat in California. (Photo: Matt Sayles Photography)

Kent State Employee Wins Luxury Trip, Meets Oprah Through WW at Work

Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 3:45pm
A luxury trip featuring accommodations at the Ritz-Carlton, limousine rides, spa treatments and lunch with one of the most influential women in the world. Jennifer Miller, lecturer in Kent State University’s School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences in the College o...
The Kent State University at Salem campus hosted the first-ever STEM University, a free daylong event in September organized by the Columbiana County Educational Service Center for area students in pre-K through fifth grade.

Salem Campus Buzzed With Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 3:25pm
The Kent State University at Salem campus hosted the first-ever STEM University, a free daylong event in September organized by the Columbiana County Educational Service Center for area students in pre-K through fifth grade.
John and Fonda Elliot have become the largest donors in Kent State University’s history, providing the largest total outright gift of $10 million as well as a $2 million planned gift.

John and Fonda Elliot Become Largest Donors in Kent State University’s History

Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 10:35am
John and Fonda Elliot have become the largest donors in Kent State University’s history, providing the largest total outright gift of $10 million as well as a $2 million planned gift.
Snow covers the Kent State University campus.

2018-19 Winter Weather Advisory Information

Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 10:19am
Northeast Ohio has enjoyed a warm fall season, but we all know that winter will arrive soon.

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