Kent State University College of Nursing is pleased to announce that three Kent State College of Nursing faculty members, Tracy Dodson, Ph.D., MSN, RN, Janet Reed, Ph.D., RN, CMSRN and Taryn Burhanna, MSN, APRN, NP-C, recently received the Platinum Teaching Recognition Award from Kent State University’s Center for Teaching and Learning.Tracy Dodson, Ph.D., MSN, RN, associate professor, and Janet Reed, Ph.D., RN, CMSRN, assistant professor, were honored with the award for their research titled Exploring Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Ineffective Communication Behaviors in Simulation.“Applying ...
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When they are not in class or completing homework, G is taking advantage of their proximity to historic and culturally significant sites. “Every weekend, I take the bus or train and travel somewhere new. I want to see as much of Spain as possible,” G said. They mentioned that they have fallen in love with the Spanish lifestyle and are considering working in Spain after graduation. “Here, the people work to live, not live to work, and the slower pace of life has given me time to take trips and spend time with friends.”
A trio of speakers from Kent State University’s faculty and administration on Tuesday explored the scope and limit of two related rights: First Amendment protections for freedom of expression and a faculty member’s right to academic freedom in the classroom and in research.The discussion on understanding academic freedom and freedom of expression was part of “Dialogue and Difference,” a series of programs designed to engage the Kent State community in discussions that will advance our core values of freedom of expression, respect and kindness in all we do. Tracy Laux, senior l...
An intimate group of faculty, staff and students gathered in a classroom of the Aeronautics and Technology Building on Feb. 27, for an insightful conversation about the aspects of mental health with a special focus on the Black community. The Bypassing the Barriers to Mental Health event was led by Janice Johnson, mental health provider with a focus on black, indigenous and other people of color in Kent State University’s Counseling and Psychological Services. Johnson has been a licensed therapist for 10 years. She opened the conversation through a presentation that provided t...
Kent State University College of Nursing is pleased to announce that Amy Petrinec, Ph.D., RN, assumed the role of Interim Associate Dean, Research effective January 16, 2024. In this role, Dr. Petrinec will support and encourage faculty as they pursue scholarly activities through transparency in the research and the Evidence-based practice (EBP) process, including direction for internal and external funding, Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission and encouraging collaboration with other departments.“The College of Nursing faculty have a wide bandwidth and a plethora of knowledge. I w...
Order your eclipse glasses today
On Apr. 8, 2024, Kent State will be in the path of totality for a total solar eclipse. Except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse, when the Moon completely blocks the Sun’s bright face, it is not safe to look directly at the Sun without specialized eye protection for solar viewing. Faculty and staff may request eclipse glasses through University Facilities Management Ready Work Request System. To learn more about the eclipse, eye safety and Kent State eclipse events, visit www.kent.edu/eclipse.
Mobile mammograms return to Kent Campus
As part of our employee wellness initiative, the Employee Wellness team is pleased to sponsor on-site 3D mammography screenings for our eligible employees April 1-4. In partnership with Women’s Diagnostic Center (WDC), we offer annual routine digital mammograms on-site in April and October of every year. Visit the Mobile Mammogram page and use the registration information to schedule your appointment. Act quickly, the spots are already filling up!