Dear Kent State University Faculty and Staff, Welcome to the fall semester and another academic year filled with promise. We are energized by the return of our students and the daily opportunities for each of us to contribute to the Kent State experience for so many learners. Amid the challenges we face close to home and around the world – the politics of division, the economy and natural disasters to name just three – I'm asking you to join me in modeling our Kent State values each day for our students and for each other. As I addressed our new student Convocation last Friday, I emphasi...

Social media can be used for more than just scrolling, liking and catching up. It has become a valuable tool that can be used to find jobs, internships and make professional connections. Kent State’s social media team spoke with Olivia Fossesca, communication specialist for Kent State’s Career Exploration and Development (CED) office, on how to use social media effectively during the job search process. Check out her advice, and maybe social media will help you find your dream job!  Q: How can social media help students and recent graduates land a job post-graduation?  A: ...