School of Communication Studies
As She Prepares to Graduate, Senior Reflects on Experience as Chair of May 4 Task Force
Serving as the Chair of the May 4 Task Force has been something communication studies major Avery Hall, ’23, describes as one of the most impactful and rewarding experiences she’s had at Kent State University. “May 4, 1970, is a living legacy at Kent State with relevant implications for students today. Continuing the legacy of May 4th quickly became of great importance to me,” she said.
‘He made me feel like we were supposed to meet and that there was a path for me’
In Spring 2019 Jenna Gilbreath, ’23, was an incoming communication studies student, unsure and nervous about what her new life at Kent State University would look like. During an incoming student visit day, one person and one conversation reassured her that she was on the right path. That person was…
Students Aim to Make Kent State ‘Most Refugee-Welcoming Campus in America’
Turmoil from recent wars and tragedies causes millions to be displaced from their homes every year. This year is no exception with the intensifying conflict in Ukraine, forcing millions of refugees to find safety elsewhere. Not only do these refugees need shelter, but they also need education and the opportunity to have new life experiences in different countries.
Kent State Research Team Examines Family Communication Patterns as they Relate to COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake for Children
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a lot of intersection between communication and public health. A team of researchers from Kent State University became inspired to take a closer look at communication as it relates to COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy.
Students, Community Gather for Read-In
The School of Communication Studies recently hosted a Read-In, drawing a crowd of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members, who gathered to draw attention and speak out about book bans and challenges happening across the nation
Communication Studies Degree Prepared Alumna for Law School, Beyond
Megan Carrasco's journey to law school, and now as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Arizona Supreme Court, began at Kent State University with her major in Communication Studies.
Alumnus Puts Global Communication Skills on Display at World Expo
Scrolling through Instagram led Kent State alumnus Liam Reis, '18, to the opportunity of a lifetime: serving as a Youth Ambassador for the USA Pavilion at World Expo in Dubai from Jan. 7 until April 2, 2022. Reis felt drawn to this amazing opportunity after seeing the Instagram a…
International Students Discuss Communicating Across Cultures
In a recent Communication Studies course, international students shared insight about what it is like to adapt to American culture as they pursue their degrees.
Emerging Media and Technology Students Create Mobile App for Hudson Community TV
A group of four students recently gained valuable professional experience and public acknowledgement for their class project developing a mobile progressive web application for Hudson Community TV (HCTV). The project was conducted in partnership with IdeaBase, and Director Kristin Dowling helped mentor the team while they were working with the client.
Christine Rich, '02
Marketing Director, Sherwin-Williams
Major: Communication Studies