This past May, Facebook Research launched the Facebook Reality Labs Liquid Crystal (LC) research awards with the goal of encouraging young generations in the LC field and in other cross-disciplinary fields to explore the possibilities of LC technology in the AR/VR field. In partnership with the International Liquid Crystal Society, we invited graduate students and postdocs (who have graduated in the last three years) to apply for this award. VIEW AWARD PAGE They received applications from 14 research institutions. The submitted applications covered emerging research in the following area...
With one foot in the Old World of books and another in the New World of technology, Dawn Tolchinsky is a walking Renaissance woman who can relate to young and old souls in equal measure. As Adjunct Professor of Information Technology at Kent State University Geauga Campus, Tolchinsky’s classes in IT 11000 (Intro to Apps) and IT 12000 (Intermediate Apps) appeal to students of all demographics, including retirees in the Senior Guest Program. Designed to encourage older adults to attend classes, senior guests aged 60 or older can attend classes for free on a noncredit, space-available basis. To...
Just like everything else around us, the Rural Scholars program is going through some changes this fall – some because of the COVID-19 pandemic; others because of new leadership. Nonetheless, the program continues to provide opportunities for students of all ages to learn more about themselves, opportunities available to them and how to pursue their goals. Dr. Jessica Paull is the newly appointed coordinator for the Rural Scholars program on the Columbiana County campuses and she has wasted no time making big plans for the scholars and mentors participating in the program.&...
Throughout the summer, the College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) raised scholarship dollars in the spirit of Alumni Reunion Weekend that culminated in the announcement of this year’s four scholarship award winners, Trenton Leo, MS-IV; Emily Merriman, MS-IV; Peter Talisse, MS-IV; and Deana Lewis, MS-IV. “It was great to know all of my time and dedication paid off,” Talisse said. At CPM, it has become tradition that during the third weekend of August each year, the CPM community gathers to honor the past with recognition of its alumni, as well as celebrate the future with scholarship a...
Leave your car at home on Tues., Sept. 22, from 7 - 9 a.m. as part of National Bike to Work Week. Help reduce our carbon footprint at KSU as you enjoy the health benefits of riding your bike to work. Ride over to the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation & Wellness Center to check-in, get a free breakfast, and win some prizes while learning about biking activities and amenities available on campus, as well as our newly formed Bicycle Advisory Committee. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED. Contact Chris at clukas@kent.edu with any questions. ...
This past year has certainly seen its share of challenges, but this time has also given us the opportunity for growth. We hope everyone has been staying healthy and happy, and we would like to welcome you back for a new semester! We have been doing a lot at the Department of Recreational Services, and the Fitness and Wellness area to make sure we can provide safe, fun and flexible programming this fall. We will resume in-person Group X classes as soon as it's safe, but in the meantime, take this opportunity to work on your personal growth, in the comfort of your own home, with o...
Wednesday, October 7, noon - 1 p.m. One in four Americans will experience a mental illness in their lifetime, whether it be depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder or other addictive behavior. Most episodes occur during one's working life. It is imperative that every employee is aware of the risks and signs of mental illnesses, as well as coping strategies and pathways to support either yourself or perhaps a loved one. Join Alan Gecht, MA, LPCC, of IMPACT Solutions, Kent State's Employee Assistance Program provider, on Oct. 7 from 12-1 pm as he discusses: The ...
When the COVID-19 pandemic forced Kent State University to go completely remote midway through the spring 2020 semester, College of Nursing lecturer Sarah Bixler, MSN, RN, knew she would need to get creative with her teaching methods. “I have two school-aged children at home whose world was also turned upside down. While I was managing their new remote learning schedules, I also needed to develop courses for my sophomore nursing students who were missing the opportunity to practice hands-on in the skills lab.” Like many of her colleagues, Bixler quickly developed asynchronous lessons her stude...
This fall, the Kent State University Glauser School of Music welcomes several new faculty and staff members to the Kent Campus. In addition to the previously announced appointments for athletic bands and saxophone, additional new faculty include artist-teachers of cello, choral conducting, trumpet, violin and viola, and music education as well as music office staff. Si-Yan Darren Li joins the Glauser School faculty as a cello instructor and chamber music coach. Li made his professional debut at nine years old, launching an international career as a recitalist, chamber musician and teac...