Kent, Ohio – Beginning fall 2021, Kent State University’s Glauser School of Music will launch the Kent State Youth Winds. The new ensemble – a joint venture by the Kent State Bands and Music Education departments – will welcome eighth- to 12th-grade students from around the region. “I’m so pleased we’ll be launching this new ensemble, particularly given the challenges we’ve collectively faced over the last year due to the pandemic,” said Kent McWilliams, D.M.A., director of the Glauser School. “As we anticipate a fall that’s closer to normal, I look forward to welcoming these you...
The visionary global fashion designer and activist Kenneth Cole is named as the Kent State University School of Fashion’s 2021 Hall of Fame Inductee. In its 32nd year, the prestigious award celebrates the outstanding contribution to fashion made by an individual. The accolade honors the unique qualities of their leadership. It champions the aspiration and inspiration they and their business of fashion offer the next generation of fashion graduates at Kent State. Cole joins an illustrious group of inductees that includes Estee Lauder, Oscar de la Renta, Dana Buchman...
As part of a program announced by Gov. Mike DeWine, Kent State will be receiving a large quantity of the one-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines. It is the governor’s desire to see all university students vaccinated before they leave for summer break. This additional vaccine opportunity allows us to stay true to our Flashes Safe Eight safety protocols. We strongly encourage all students to get vaccinated. Beginning Wednesday, April 7, 2021, vaccination clinics for Kent State students will be held on the Ashtabula Campus and others. Dean Stocker has a speci...
For students going into the medical research field, having a chance to learn, succeed, fail and be inspired under the supervision of an accomplished researcher during their education is a priceless experience. This experiential learning would not be possible without outside funding, and now, students in Manabu Kurokawa’s lab can elevate their efforts thanks to a grant awarded to the group. Manabu Kurokawa, Ph.D., assistant professor in Kent State University’s Department of Biological Sciences, has earned recognition and funding for his team’s groundbreaking research surrounding drug r...
Happy Student Employee Appreciation Week! Student employees are a vital part of our Kent State community. Did you know that Kent State has more than 8,000 on-campus jobs? When it comes to the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) Social Team, we have three amazing student assistants who have provided so much creativity, hard work and dedication to our unit and beyond. Here’s a look at just a few of the projects that they have brought to life. Rachel Kaveney Rachel is the veteran of the social team, who has been with us since her sophomore year! ...
COVID-19 vaccines are becoming more available across the country, but many are still struggling to obtain a vaccine or are unsure about getting the vaccine. One Golden Flash has made it her mission to get Pittsburgh vaccinated. And with more than 40,000 members of her Facebook group, she’s on her way. Kent State alumna Leighann Bacher, B.S. '13, created a Facebook group to share COVID-19 vaccine information and tips with Pittsburgh citizens after attempting to secure vaccines for her family members. Bacher was able to register herself and her family members for the COVID-19 vaccine after...
The state of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Higher Education announced Monday, April 5, that Kent State University has been awarded Choose Ohio First grants totaling $3.5 million to support students in the critical fields of science (including health professions), technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Among the 57 Ohio colleges and universities selected as the new Choose Ohio First award recipients through a competitive process, Kent State received the fourth largest total award amount, which includes the largest single Fiscal Year 2021 award of all the awardees. The Choose...
The CARES Center (CARES standing for crisis, advocacy, resources, education, and support) was created to provide more services to students, and with it, the arrival of an inaugural position. It results from outcomes stemming from the Kent Cares sub-committee of the Great Place initiative and the conclusions formulated from the Mental Health Steering Committee and workgroup. Corresponding with the new center is the newly created Assistant Dean of Students and Director, Student Advocacy and Support. The goal is to connect students to existing resources on-campus and guide them to top resou...
When life is going well, gratitude allows us to celebrate and magnify the goodness. But what about when life isn't going well? Should we still feel grateful even when circumstances seem grim? The answer is yes - not only will a grateful attitude help - it is essential. In fact, it is precisely under crisis conditions when we have the most to gain by a grateful perspective on life. Gratitude can help us cope with hard times. Consciously cultivating an attitude of gratitude builds up a sort of psychological immune system that can cushion us when we fall. There is scientific evidence that gra...
What is the Purpose of the Reporting Line for Fraud and Fiscal Abuse? Kent State University is responsible for the stewardship of university resources and is committed to the highest standards of fiscal responsibility. The reporting line provides a formalized mechanism to communicate concerns related to fraud and fiscal abuse. Employees are encouraged to discuss concerns with a supervisor, department head or another appropriate university official. If this is not a viable option or if you believe your concerns have not been addressed after reporting fiscal fraud or abuse, reports may be ...