Professors are more than educators; the connection they build in and beyond the classroom shapes the lives of students. From their teaching to mentorship, guidance and advice, the bond formed during college years often extends beyond this period, creating lifelong connections.  To recognize the great professionals working at the university, the Distinguished Teaching Award and the Outstanding Teaching Award are given to Kent State University educators for their remarkable achievements.Distinguished Teaching AwardThe Distinguished Teaching Award, sponsored by the Kent State Alumni Associat...

Each year, Kent State University President Todd Diacon recognizes Kent State faculty members with the President’s Faculty Excellence Award. Recommended by department chairs and deans, these recipients are being honored for their national and international achievements.  “Our faculty care deeply about students and rise to the occasion each day to help our students become the best versions of themselves,” said Todd Diacon, president. “I’m pleased to see these faculty members recognized for making such a positive impact with both their classes and their individual students in preparing them ...