Twice a year at New York Fashion Week, fashion designers from all over the world show off their collections on the runway, which have taken months of hard work to prepare. At the most recent New York Fashion Week in February, upcoming fall and winter collections were shown off to buyers, celebrities and the general public.  Fashion week has been occurring for more than 80 years, where many iconic fashion trends have emerged, demonstrating the significant influence runways have.Lisa Valendza, associate lecturer in Kent State University’s School of Fashion, told Kent State Today the ef...

In our latest internship spotlight, we feature College of Aeronautics and Engineering student Angel Guinn, whose journey at Goodyear exemplifies how valuable hands-on experience can be for engineering students preparing to enter the workforce. Angel, a senior mechatronics engineering major, served as a facilities intern at Goodyear's headquarters in Akron, Ohio, during Summer 2024, where she worked on plant design and maintenance projects spanning sustainability, mechanical, and electrical systems. Her team's mission was to advance Goodyear's manufacturing facilities through forward-think...

Some days Kent State University’s College of Nursing students may need a little extra inspiration to keep going. Long hours of studying, clinicals and the emotional weight of the career can feel overwhelming. On those days, “Some Days,” a poem capturing the art and science of nursing, serves as a powerful reminder of why they chose this path. “Some Days,” featured in a mural on Henderson Hall’s first floor, was created in 2017 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the College of Nursing. While nursing is typically seen as a science, this mural uses poetry to highlight the emotional connect...

In Columbus on March 19, 2025, the Kent State Tuscarawas Golden Eagles volleyball team was recognized in the Ohio State House of Representatives by Jodi Salvo and the State Senate by Al Landis for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2024 USCAA Division II National Championship.“This truly remarkable group of athletes has brought an incredible accomplishment to Tuscarawas County,” Salvo said.The first-ever national title is a landmark moment for Kent State Tuscarawas. The Golden Eagles’ accomplishment has gained widespread recognition and has put a well-deserved spotlight on the volley...

Dr. Sarah Schmidt is a Political Science professor at Kent State University who will lead the new Indigenous Food Systems and Environmental Policy program in Canada this summer. The Canada program is a continuation of a larger research project focused on small-scale indigenous farming cultures around the world. “The program focuses on the consumption and production of foods in indigenous cultures. Considering how most foods in the US are incredibly processed and produced by the same few corporations, we find it important to focus on these smaller communities.” Each year, Schmidt lead...