Congratulations to professor Yuko Kurahashi, Ph.D. on her receipt of Kent State University's 2020 Outstanding Research and Scholarship Award for her exceptional contribution to theatre scholarship and research.  Professor Kurahashi's areas of specialty include multicultural theatre, community-based theatre, and intercultural theatre. She is the author of Asian American Culture on Stage: The History of the East West Players (Garland, 1999) and Multicultural Theatre (Kendall/Hunt, 2004 & 2006). Most recently, she authored the first autobiography of world renown...

'Tis the season for family, festivity, and food – lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and our usual routines are disrupted. What's more, it all goes on for weeks. So, how do you stick to your meal plan when everyone around you seems to be splurging? Enjoy holiday treats in smaller portions, make healthy substitutions where you can, and plan ahead. Take advantage of available resources, like the ones below, to support your personal plan for this holiday season that allows you to enjoy the holidays without ditching your health goals. COMPLIMENTARY HEALTH COACHING A health coach ...

Through November 20, Kent State University will be collecting clean, gently used or new clothing for all ages, including coats, hats, gloves, scarves and sweaters. Look for large boxes with Winter Coat and Clothing Drive signs at the buildings listed below. Winter coat and clothing donations will go to the Winter Warm Up Stations at the Williamson House, the Schwartz Center; and the Phyllis Zumkehr Portage County Clothing Center, which provides free clothing to families, the homeless and elderly, and veterans in need. In 2019, 900 pounds of cl...

While many aspects of higher education were in limbo this summer due to the ongoing pandemic, progress was being made in scientific research at Kent State University at Geauga. Two handpicked undergraduate students worked as professional researchers — online — under the guidance of their professor, contributing to the field of chemistry education. Read the full story. ...

Over the past five years, the Women’s Center has honored over 50 students through this annual opportunity. The Sage Project is a way to recognize students who have overcome adversity to shape their lives and Kent State experiences. This initiative exists to highlight current students who have diverse experiences and backgrounds. We hope these stories will inspire a wide range of students, who will, in turn, realize they can create their own amazing stories. Eligibility Criteria: Those enrolled at Kent State University as a full-time student during the award period in the spring of ...