Mission Statement

The Kent State University's Master of Science in Nutrition/Dietetic Internship Program is dedicated to providing advanced professional education, broadening intellectual perspectives, and promoting ethical professional practice based on humanitarian values.  At Kent State University, a major focus is to foster a learning environment where students and interns are taught to respond to social, cultural, intellectual, and technological challenges.  In addition, emphasis is placed on the development of skills for continuing professional development and enhanced ability, including lead

Nutrition

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

The Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition provides students with a broad general education and a strong foundation in nutrition, dietetics and the sciences. The emphasis is integrating theory, research and application of knowledge to the profession of dietetics. The curriculum meets the didactic program in dietetics requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and graduates are eligible for admission to accredited internships.

Curating a Diversified Collection – One Book at a Time

Student holding a stack of books

Libraries are an integral part of our communities and education. They provide resources for learning, study, entertainment and culture. It is important for libraries to house collections that are as diverse as the communities they serve. “You should see yourself in the collection,” said Sean Kennedy, assistant professor in Kent State University’s University Libraries. “The authors you like, the authors that look like you and who have ideas like you should be in the collection. For many years now, libraries have become increasingly aware of a lack of diversity and representation with...

Past Highlights

The results of our 2015 COACHE survey showed that associate professors wanted more access to mentoring, and we responded by creating an institutional mentoring and coaching program focused specifically on associate professors. After 2018, this initiative was broadened to pre-tenure and non-tenure track faculty and included career coaching and a series of faculty success workshops, sponsored by the Office of the Provost and the Center for Teaching and Learning.

Season’s Greetings from College of Nursing Dean Versie Johnson-Mallard

Digital holiday card that says 'Happy Holidays from Kent State University College of Nursing,' featuring a group of students wearing light blue scrubs at their clinical rotation.

As we approach the end of another eventful year, I am delighted to reflect on the remarkable progress we have achieved within our College of Nursing. I am delighted to share exciting news about the building renovations undertaken throughout this past year, and the increase in scholarships we have been able to offer our students. Thanks to the collective efforts of our generous donors, faculty, and staff, Kent State University College of Nursing has begun transformative renovations and expanded access to our nursing programs for our beloved nursing students. BIG CHANGES COMING SOON We ...

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