University News
Between Metropolis and Interior: Lobbies and Thresholds
Working in cooperation with the (LAU), 20 interior design students – 10 from Â鶹¾«Ñ¡'s College of Architecture and Environmental Design and 10 from LAU in Beirut – spent nine days in New York City, the design capital of North America, for a workshop.
Educators Summit Kicks Off Yearlong 50th Commemoration of May 4, 1970, at Kent State
Student activism and giving voice to students will be the topics of two keynote speakers who are headlining the upcoming 2019 Educators Summit at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ titled “May 4, 1970 Then & Now: Voices for Change."
New Director Named for Kent State’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute
Torsten Hegmann, Ph.D., was named the new director of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€™s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute, effective July 1, having been selected for his research accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for social impact.
Taking Charge: Todd Diacon Assumes Presidency, Meets With Community and Student Leaders
As Todd Diacon, Ph.D., steps into his new role as Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€™s 13th president, his schedule for his first day includes an early workout at the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center, a breakfast with community leaders at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Hotel and Conference Center and a luncheon on campus with student leaders.
Taking Charge: Todd Diacon Assumes Presidency, Meets With Community and Student Leaders
As Todd Diacon, Ph.D., steps into his new role as Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€™s 13th president, his schedule for his first day includes an early workout at the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center, a breakfast with community leaders at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Hotel and Conference Center and a luncheon on campus with student leaders.
Annual Twinsburg Twins Days Festival Injects Millions Into Local Economy, According to Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Researcher
According to an economic impact study on the 2018 event conducted by Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ College of Business Administration Associate Professor of Economics Shawn Rohlin, Ph.D., the annual Twins Days Festival provides a substantive positive economic impact to the city of Twinsburg and surrounding areas.
Governor Names Ann Womer Benjamin to Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Ann Womer Benjamin, J.D., of Aurora, Ohio, to the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Board of Trustees. Her appointment began June 21, 2019, and ends May 16, 2028.
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Director and Associate Professor Molly Merryman Offers Perspective on LGBTQ Community
Molly Merryman, Ph.D., the founding director of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡'s Center for the Study of Gender and Sexuality and associate professor of sociology in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a USA TODAY opinion piece that outlined black transgender women’s contributions to the LGBTQ movement.
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Debuts ‘Inside-Out’ Program, Holding History of Crime Class with Inmates at Area Prison
The class began with the normal jockeying of students – some trying to find a seat, others attempting last-minute reviews with classmates before they had to present group projects, still others racing in at the last minute.
Talk Show Host and Former Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Student Steve Harvey Pays It Forward
Steve Harvey, producer, actor, author and former Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ student, is paying it forward by awarding eight of Kent State’s incoming freshmen with scholarships that will cover the total cost of attendance for each student.