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Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve, '13
Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.
Gail Pavliga: Psychologist, Professor, Politician
Black Alumni Chapter Spotlight - Willard Jenkins, ’73
Kent State Alumnus Captures Notable Success
Influenced by artists like René Magritte and Piet Mondrian, Kent State University alumnus Jermaine Jackson Jr. believes the best way to get the point across in a photo is by keeping it simple.
Fashion Design Alumna Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve
Kent State Alumna and Journalist Finds Additional Success on Social Media
Kent State alumna Jeannette Reyes, ’12, uses TikTok for fun outside of her television anchor responsibilities at FOX 5 Washington, D.C. Last October, Reyes posted a video with her husband using their “anchor talk” voices to decide on choices for dinner. She never expected her video to gain so much momentum.
Alumna Sarah Shendy, ’06, Named First Director of Ohio Office of Law Enforcement and Recruitment
Sarah Shendy, ’06, has been appointment as the first Director, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment. Had it not been for Kent State University, she may have never gone into law enforcement.
Alumna Wins Food Network’s “Christmas Cookie Challenge” and $10,000
Leslie Srodek-Johnson, ’01, a Kent State University journalism graduate, mother of two and lead decorator and baker at Stan’s Northfield Bakery, received the call of a lifetime in December 2018. It was from the Food Network asking her to be a part of the “Christmas Cookie Challenge.”