"AI at Kent State" welcomes Salesforce

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is perhaps the hottest topic in any conversation today. But does it make sense as a business strategy in higher ed? Do the AI solutions we're hearing about from our vendor partners (and everywhere else...) actually create strong value and ROI? Join the next conversation on the topic on May 23, when we host Salesforce as part of the "AI at Kent State" series.

Merrily we "stroll" along

Employee Wellness is pleased to partner with Recreation and Wellness Services to bring you a fun movement event! Join us May 22 on the DeWeese Health Center walking track for an Open Stroll or Poker Stroll. How does a poker stroll work, you ask? Stroll five times around the track, and receive a playing card for each lap. After the fifth lap, participants will turn in the cards, and the winning hand will receive a swag bag! We will play as long as prizes last.

Ashtabula graduate hugs a faculty member at spring 2024 commencement

Kent State University at Ashtabula honored the spring graduating class of 2024 at the campus’s 78th commencement exercises on Thursday, May 9,  in the Susan J. Stocker Hall gymnasium.“Commencement is a major milestone in the lives of our students,” said Interim Dean and Chief Administrative Officer R. William (Bill) Ayres IV, Ph.D. “It’s such a special night to celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of these graduates here on campus and in the familiar and intimate on-campus environment the event deserves.”Approximately 80 graduates were recognized at the event. Graduating senior ...

The thomas schroth visiting artist series logo overlayed over image of bumblebee landing on flowers

KENT, OH – This Spring, the Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series hosted three creatives from around the world: Thijs Verhaar and Lyske Gais from Knitwear Lab, and New York – based photographer, Pauline St. Denis.The Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series was established by Cecile Draime and her late husband, Max, of Warren, Ohio, to honor their dear friend Thomas Schroth (1922-1997). A noted regional architect, Schroth designed the Butler Institute of Art’s Trumbull museum in Howland, as well as numerous other award-winning projects. Thomas Schroth spent his life in Niles, Ohio, as a...

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Flexible Spending Account piggy bank information graphic

Please take note of the following important information regarding your 2023 Flexible Spending Account (FSA).2023 FSA FundsThe FSA plan year Jan. 1, 2023, to Dec. 31, 2023, has closed. The IRS requires that any 2023 balances remaining in your FSA account had to be spent by Mar. 15, 2024, and claims filed by Jun. 29, 2024, or the balance will be forfeited.This means that the window to incur qualified expenses (deductibles, co-pays, eyeglass, dental expenses, etc. not covered by the plan) has closed. Reimbursement for incurred expenses using 2023 funds must be filed by Jun. 29, 2024. This is...

Rep. Emilia Sykes, Democrat, 13th District, speaks of Kent State University Airport in her support for FAA Reauthorization Act.

In a display of strong support for Kent State University Airport, nearby regional airports and aviation in the state of Ohio, Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13), spoke before the U.S. House of Representatives this week in support of House Bill 3935 or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act. The bipartisan act extends the FAA’s authority through Fiscal Year 2028 and introduces significant directives aimed at advancing uncrewed and powered lift aircraft operations.The House approved the bill with bipartisan support on May 15, which follows ...

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