Division of Information Services Moves Forward With Kaltura Transition

Kent State University’s Division of Information Services has introduced Kaltura, a video platform set to replace KSUtube by the end of the year. Kaltura was chosen because of its seamless integration with Blackboard Learn and in-depth features that benefit both faculty and students.

Information Services’ staff is facilitating the transition from KSUtube to Kaltura by migrating faculty videos from one platform to the other. More than 30,000 videos have been migrated to Kaltura so far, with many faculty and staff providing positive feedback.

“I am very glad Kaltura has been officially added as an online video-making resource for Kent State University,” says Luis Hermosilla, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies. “Integration of Kaltura and Blackboard Learn is very smooth. I highly recommend this tool for both instructors and students.”

By Jan. 1, 2017, users will no longer be able to upload videos to KSUtube.

For more information about Kaltura, visit https://video.kent.edu.  Kaltura also will be featured at Kent State’s 2016 Online Learning Symposium on Nov. 10. 

Kent State at Stark’s First Year Experience (FYE) Prepares Students for Success

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Over the summer, Kent State University at Stark freshmen served the community at Stark Parks, The Campus Kitchens Project at the Kent Campus and at Habitat for Humanity Restore in Canton.

Incoming Kent State University at Stark freshmen participated in the fifth FYE Summer Service Project.

Kent State of Wellness Offers Seeds of Wellness Mini-grants for Health and Wellness Initiatives

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Members of the Kent State community organized the 2018 Heart Climb event, which received funding from Kent State's Seeds of Wellness program.

Mini-grants fund community-driven initiatives that support Kent State’s mission to become a model for a healthy campus.

Kent State Student Realizes Dream of Working With Celebrity Chef

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Kent State University hospitality management senior Ashley Foster (right) spent a week working with Food Network celebrity chef Cat Cora (left). (Photo provided by Ashley Foster)

Chef Cat Cora says Ashley Foster's drive and ambition reminded her of herself when she was starting her career.

Robin Dever | Sept. 3, 2018

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Robin Dever
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Geauga Campus

Kenneth Cushner, Professor Emeritus, and Martha Lash, School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies

Kenneth Cushner, Professor Emeritus, School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies, and Martha Lash, School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies, co-authored the book Teacher as Traveler: Enhancing the Intercultural Development of Teachers and Students, 2nd Edition, (Rowman & Littlefield), (2018).

Tenured Faculty Receiving Promotion

Congratulations to the following tenured faculty members who are receiving promotion:

Peter Sagal Replaces Dave Barry as 50th Anniversary Speaker

Peter Sagal, host of one of National Public Radio’s (NPR) most popular radio programs, Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me, will speak as part of the Tuscarawas 50th Anniversary on University Drive Celebration on Monday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Mr. Sagal replaces the previously announced Dave Barry who had to cancel his appearance because of a family health emergency.

WKSU Introduces Pledge-Free Audio Stream for Sustaining Members

WKSU has announced the addition of an often-requested listening option with the debut of a pledge-free stream benefit – just in time for the station’s fall fund drive. The pledge-free content stream replaces typical fundraising talk breaks with more programming. Listeners who become sustaining members with an ongoing monthly donation will now have the ability to listen to WKSU as normal during fund drives.

 

Alumni Association Kicks Off “100 Years of Homecoming” Office Decorating Contest

The Kent State University Alumni Association is inviting faculty and staff to show off their Kent State spirit and pride by decorating their offices with this year’s theme of 100 Years of Homecoming. Offices planning to participate should be registered at www.ksualumni.org/officecontest by Monday, Sept. 17, at 5 p.m.

This year will offer many opportunities to win. The winning offices will be honored with a surprise visit and treats from the Alumni Association.

What is the Date for the Annual 20-Year Club Ceremony?

Kent State University’s annual 20-Year Club Inductee Ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. To learn more, or to register and purchase tickets, please visit www.kent.edu/hr/20-year-club.

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Kent State Board of Trustees Announces Plans for National Presidential Search

The Kent State University Board of Trustees today established a comprehensive, national search to recruit and select the university’s 13th president.

 

Kent State Receives State Historic Preservation Award for Preserving May 4 History and Site

The events of May 4, 1970, placed Kent State University in an international spotlight after a student protest against the Vietnam War and the presence of the Ohio National Guard ended in tragedy with four students losing their lives and nine others being wounded. From a perspective of nearly 50 years, Kent State remembers the tragedy and leads a contemporary discussion and understanding of how the community, nation and world can benefit from understanding the profound impact of the event.

The Brain | Dec. 10, 2018
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