The research Olivia Coontz is conducting is personal. It is also getting noticed. In April, Coontz presented her research findings at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association in Chicago, accompanied by Dr. Rachael Blasiman, associate professor of psychology at Kent State Salem. Coontz is a psychology major on the Salem Campus and her research title is “Prosthetics save lives in more ways than one: An investigation into prosthetics’ effects on mental health.” This most recent presentation was an extension of the work she presented at the Salem Campus Undergrad...
Ohio Adapted Physical Education Endorsement
Kent State University Physical Education & Sport Performance Teacher Education has been approved by the Ohio Board of Regents to offer the Ohio Adapted Physical Education teaching license endorsement. The endorsement consists of two graduate level courses (both offered 100% online).
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Sisterhood is a strong bond. For Kent State University alumnae Brittany and Christina Watts, their sisterly love has been the cornerstone of their academic success, leading them to earn their doctoral degrees and graduate together this May. Brittany Watts earned a Ph.D. in sociology, with concentrations in inequalities, religion and mental health. Christina Watts earned a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences with a major in cellular and molecular biology. “In many ways, Kent State chose us,” Christina said. “After finishing my bachelor's, I was put in contact with Dr. Ruth Washing...