Arts & Culture
‘We Are the Community Maj Nurtured Into Speech’
“Maj wrote poems to, for and about this town, this home of his in Kent,” said David Hassler, director of the Wick Poetry Center in his remarks at the dedication of the Maj Ragain Poetry Park. “His poems gave shelter and solace and sustenance to our community, and it feels so right that we’re dedicating this poetry park today in his memory and his honor.”
One Tank Trip to Kent State University Museum
The Kent State University Museum opened a new exhibition titled “Life in Style: The Wardrobe of James Mulholland.” Sarah Rogers, director of the museum, spoke to WJW-Fox 8 about the exhibition.
Women and Everyday Heroism
A combination of powerful art, reflective dance and historical courage are meant to connect and inspire a new generation of heroes. The art exhibition Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females Tapestries and Sculpture by Linda Stein takes residence at Kent State this fall.
IN A FLASH: Meeting at The Met
Students from Kent State New York City Fashion gained inspiration from a visit to New York's Metropolitian Museum of Art.
IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Streets
Kent State fashion design students hit the streets of New York City before tonight's fashion show.
IN A FLASH: Pondering Posters
The annual poster sale this week gave students opportunities to add new art to their living spaces.
Barbie, Patriarchy and My Pink Hijab
Lydia Rose, Ph.D., director of Public Relations for the Islamic Society of Akron and Kent and an associate professor of sociology at Kent State University, shares her perspectives on the resurgence of Barbie’s influence on our culture today.
Kent State Alum Is Cast in Bravo Network’s 'Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard'
When he was a student at Kent State University, Preston Mitchum, BA ‘08, was heavily involved in student government and other organizations and recalls taking part in a considerable number of campus protests.
Breaking Barriers, Barbie-Style
Kent State Media and Journalism assistant professor talks to WFMJ Youngstown’s “21 News at 5” about the opportunities for women in the film industry today, following the record-breaking success of woman-directed Barbie movie.
IN A FLASH: The Beat Goes On
High school students come to Kent State each summer for the School of Music's Percussion Camp.