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Materials Science Graduate Program Professor Continues Streak of Being Named Among the Most Highly Cited Scholars
Mietek Jaroniec, Ph.D., a Kent State University professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, is once again on Clarivate's list of Highly Cited Researchers in the world.
Student Media Was a Stepping Stone to Alumnus's Success at MSNBC
The opportunity given to Kent State Media and Journalism students to use real, up-to-date production technology leaves them with a great
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BRAINCHILD: AN HONORS COLLEGE PREMIER LITERARY AND ARTS MAGAZINE
The Kent State Honors College literary and art magazine Brainchild is a creative outlet for honors students to showc
Alumna Shares Disney's Magic All Over the World
Beyond the magical experiences guests have at Walt Disney World every day, there’s a communications and public affairs team spreading the magic all over the world. Kent State alumna Meghan Caprez, B.S. ’15, M.A. ’17, is part of that team.
Client Profile: Catherine LaSpina
Catherine LaSpina has tackled a lot of challenges in her life and currently she is taking on the challenge of being an entrepreneur and doctor at the same time. While this balance between roles is no easy feat, Catherine knew she wanted to pursue these careers since being a child and was willing to do what it takes to reach these goals.
Director's Note: December 2021
As we head into the last weeks of the Fall 2021 semester, I’m wondering a lot about what “normal” is going to look like in the months ahead. We’ve almost made it through a first, tentative semester back on campus. Faculty are mostly back in the classroom. Students are mostly back in physical classrooms. We’re almost back to normal. Almost.
Robert Hisrich, Ph.D. Among Top 2% of Researchers Worldwide
The report, published in the PLOS Biology journal, evaluated more than six million scientists across 22 different fields and 176 sub-fields from 1996 until 2019. The top 2% list is made up of more than 100,000 most-cited scientists who have authored at least five scientific papers.
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Extending Our Reach
The real story of fake news for public relations practitioners
Public Relations faculty members Professor Michele Ewing and Associate Professor Cheryl Ann Lambert, Ph.D. sought out the insider perspective from practitioners who have successfully steered organizations through fake news crises. Here's a summary of what they found.
Women’s Basketball Beats No. 19 UCLA in Gulf Coast Showcase Opener, Remains Unbeaten
A 12-0 run late in the fourth quarter put Kent State ahead for good in a 75-69 win over No. 19 UCLA in the opening round of the Gulf Coast Showcase.
Advertising Students Network, Discover Industry Trends at NYC's Ad Week
Five CCI students recently attended New York City’s Advertising Week, the first time the School of Media and Journalism sent students on a learning experience outside the university since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bill Ayres Selected as New Dean and Chief Administrative Officer of Kent State University at Trumbull
Following a national search, R. William (Bill) Ayres IV, Ph.D., of Toledo, Ohio, has been selected as the new dean and chief administrative officer of Kent State University at Trumbull. Ayres is currently a professor of political science at the University of Toledo, where he previously served as senior vice provost for academic affairs from 2018 to 2020 and vice provost for academic affairs from 2017 to 2018.
Kent State research collaborations explore the intersection of poetry and mental health
Today we have three guests that will talk about a collaboration between T
Creating a Brighter Future – Meet the Class of 2025
Kent State’s Class of 2025 stands tall – more than 3,982 stories tall. Each of our new, first-year students offers a unique and engaging story.
Kent State Freshman to Perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
This year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will include a choreographed jump rope routine from a member of Kent State’s Class of 2025.
Students Reflect on Food's Role in Communication, Family Relationships
In the Communication Studies course, “Media, Food & Foodways,” Assistant Professor Teddy Workneh, Ph.D., asked his students to dig deep into their family’s history to understand the ways in which food has shaped inter-generational relationships and values. Here's some of what they had to say.
Italy’s Great Monuments: Florence Cathedral
Explore the history and epic construction of the Florence Cathedral.
Masterpieces of the Accademia Gallery
Experience Michelangelo’s David and other masterpieces in the Accademia.
Geography Researchers to Contribute to Actionable Science for Decision Makers
Timothy Assal, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Geography, was awarded a grant as a co-principal investigator on a multi-institutional project, “Vulnerability of lower-ecotone aspen forests to altered fire regimes and climate dynamics in the northern Great Basin” (a three-year $299,842 total award with $89,600 going to Kent State), which is funded by the Northwest Climate Adaption Science Center. This collaboration includes the United States Geological Survey in Boise, Idaho, Utah State University, and the United States Bureau of Land Management.
Nursing Immersion Learning Experience in Amish Country: Finding the Truth Behind the Image
Driving through Ohio’s farmland to meet my students, I felt a calm simplicity. Bright white laundry swung in the breeze.
‘Kent Skates’ Glides Its Way Into Downtown Kent
The Kent and Kent State University communities can head downtown to go ice skating starting Nov. 20, courtesy of Kent Skates presented by AMETEK. This special attraction has been created through a partnership between the city of Kent, the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center, the Kent Area Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Kent and Kent State.
Kent State Nursing Dean Elected to Serve Two Years on The American Academy of Nursing Board of Directors Dec 16
The American Academy of Nursing recently announced that Versie Johnson-Mallard, Ph.D., APRN-BC, FAAN, FAANP, Kent State University College of Nursing Dean, professor and Henderson Endowed Chair, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors until 2024. In this role Johnson-Mallard will oversee the Academy’s strategic planning and financial management.
Kent State’s Giving Tuesday Inspires Transformational Gifts Early in the Monthlong Campaign
Kent State University’s season of giving launched on Nov. 1 with Giving Tuesday, a monthlong celebration of philanthropy. Now halfway through the campaign, the generosity of the Kent State community has already begun to shine.
Chemistry Professor Continues Streak of Being Named Among the Most Highly Cited Scholars
Mietek Jaroniec, Ph.D., a Kent State University professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, is once again on Clarivate's list of Highly Cited Researchers in the world.
10 Questions With Kent State University’s Army ROTC Lt. Col. Adrien G. Humphreys
Lt. Col. Adrien G. Humphreys is the department chair and a professor of military science at Kent State, a position that is responsible for overseeing the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps. Learn more about Humphreys as she answers 10 questions about herself and her decision to take on this role.
Kent State Ashtabula Wine Degrees Receive $180,000 Research Grant From Ohio Grape Industries Committee
Kent State Ashtabula’s Viticulture and Enology programs were recently awarded a $180,000 grant from the Ohio Grape Industries Committee for a pair of research projects to be conducted over the next two years. Kent State Ashtabula is partnering with the Ashtabula Agricultural Research Station, a division of the Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, to conduct the projects at Markko Vineyards in Conneaut, Ohio.
Public Relations Student Group Earns Seven National Honors
Kent State’s Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter earned seven national awards for the work done throughout the 2020-2021 academic year, including for first time in Chapter history, two Teahan Awards, the highest Chapter honors.
Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute Celebrates ‘Collaboratories’ Grand Opening
Kent State University’s Brain Health Research Institute celebrated the grand opening of its new lab spaces on Friday, Nov. 5, with an afternoon of activities that included a keynote presentation, space dedication, tours and student research demonstrations. The new space, featuring interdisciplinary research facilities, is located on the lower level of the Integrated Sciences Building on the Kent Campus.
KENT STATE SENIOR EXPERIENCES ENRICHED EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ZOOLOGY
The Honors College continues to provide programs, experiences and advice to ensure that honors students have everything they need to succeed upon graduation. This includes assisting honors students in securing internships within their chosen degree field of study and recognizing their efforts with Honors College credit hours. Internships provide students an opportunity to gain experience in their field of study (at least 150 hours) while receiving 3 internal Honors College credit hours. The goal of this project is to provide students with an enriched educational experience to prepare them for the outside world after graduation.
Town Hall Examines Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality
A recent town hall provided Kent State University's students, staff and faculty the opportunity to discuss Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality -- topics which have frequently debated across the country.
Kent State University Reaches Record Graduation Rate, Boasting Highest Graduation Rate in Northern Ohio
Kent State’s current graduation rate is the highest among public universities in Northeast Ohio and fifth highest among all of Ohio’s public universities, behind Ohio State, Miami, the University of Cincinnati and Ohio University. In northern Ohio, the graduation rates of other public universities range from 40 to 55 percent.
Now ACCEPTing Students: Kent State Professors Receive HRSA Funding
Whether you are attempting to master the art of cooking or trying your hand at DIY home improvement, chances are books, blogs and article
Kent State Recognized as a ‘Great College to Work For’ for 10th Time, Named to Prestigious Honor Roll for First Time
For the 10th time, Kent State University is being recognized as a “Great College to Work For,” according to the latest survey by the Great Colleges to Work For program. The program recognizes the colleges that get top ratings from their employees regarding workplace practices and policies.
Alumna Advocates, Consults for Native American Communities as Content/Copywriting Strategist in D.C.
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month (November), we are shining a spotlight on the students, alumni and faculty within t