Kent State University, which continues to be recognized among the Top Public Schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, among other recognitions in its 2025 Best Colleges rankings, has cemented its place as a hub for research and innovation.Part of those rankings reflect the Kent State education that has propelled its alumni forward to successful careers, leading in industries from business and nonprofits to arts and aviation. The university recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference with its Alumni Awards. Sponsored by the Kent...
The E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center (The Moore Center) at Kent State University created a theme for this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month based on acknowledging the fight that Latine/x people have made for justice and equity in the spaces they occupy.¡Viva la Gente Que Lucha! or “Long Live the People Who Fight” pays homage to those who came before.“We wanted to pay homage to our ancestors, historical figures, notable artists and our grandparents and parents, and the strides that they have made for us to get to where we are today,” said Alice Fermaintt, program coordinator of The Mo...
Women of Color Collective announces spring meetings
Employee Resource Group Women of Color Collective (WoCC) is pleased to announce spring semester meetings. Join them for brown bag lunch meetings on March 25 and April 14 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Williamson House on Kent Campus. These informal gatherings will center around topics suggested by participants, fostering open discussion and community.
Division of People, Culture and Belonging
Kent State students are conducting a specialized study in collaboration with LaConte Consulting to gather perspectives from business leaders across Northeast Ohio including key metro areas such as Cleveland, Akron, Canton, and Youngstown. This initiative aims to capture vital insights on how decision-makers navigate challenges, leverage opportunities, and shape strategies for future growth in today’s changing economy.About the University and Consulting FirmKent State is a leading educational institution dedicated to academic excellence, community engagement, and fostering the next generation o...
Empowerment. This is a word that is frequently used, but what does it really mean? The word “empower” implies the ability to promote the self-actualization of or influence of an individual or group.Modern and Classical Language Studies is doing just that. The department has fifty-two faculty members who are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential, academically and socially. The study of languages other than English provides cognitive benefits, increased vocabulary knowledge, and higher scores on standardized tests. Some studies even posit that learning a second lang...