Kent State University faculty, staff, students and parents are eligible for a 5 percent discount at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center. Rates vary depending on dates and occupancy. For more information and to book reservations, visit www.kentstatehotel.com or call 330-346-0100.
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![Pacifique Niyonzima, a Kent State University graduate student, shares how he overcame incredible odds to earn a degree and discover his purpose in higher education. Pacifique Niyonzima, a Kent State University graduate student, shares how he overcame incredible odds to earn a degree and discover his purpose in higher education.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/thumbnail/public/article_thumbnail/Video-Pacifique.jpg?VersionId=pxZWMgQ7xJVWPsfBqSjiz6Uc4msOjPLN&h=e6f36a9c&itok=D_BLhYVF)
Hear how a student from Rwanda overcame incredible odds to earn a degree and discover his purpose in higher education.
Please join Kent State University President Beverly Warren for an update on progress toward the Strategic Roadmap to a Distinctive Kent State, in particular the developing Facilities Master Plan and preparations for the university's largest-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign.
With stress levels on the rise and mental health considered one of the most crucial issues in public health today, Kent State of Wellness and the Division for Research and Sponsored Programs are hosting the Brain Health Summit on Wednesday, Feb. 21, to share the importance of a healthy brain. The registration deadline for the Brain Health Summit is Monday, Feb. 19, at 5 p.m. To register for the Brain Health Summit, visit www.kent.edu/stateofwellness/summit.
Proctorio is a proctoring solution for online exams that monitors test takers for suspicious behaviors.
Summer Advantage is an educational journey based on career exploration, success coaching and academic coursework. The program is designed to assist underrepresented freshmen, sophomores and juniors in graduating in four years and envisioning a path for the future by building a support network of peers and professional staff.
Kent State University’s Division of Research and Sponsored Programs, Division of Information Services and University Libraries announce the 2018 Kent State Research Colloquia, which will be held Friday mornings from Feb. 23 through April 6.
Online final grading for spring 2018 first five Weeks (POT F1) began Friday, Feb. 16, via FlashFAST. Grading also is now available for any spring 2018 course section that was flexibly scheduled. The deadline for grading submission is midnight on Tuesday, Feb. 20. Any final grades for spring 2018 courses not reported in FlashFAST by the grades processing deadline will have to be submitted using the Grade Change Workflow. These spring 2018 courses will be available in the Workflow on Thursday, Feb. 22.
![Oscar-nominated actor Michael Keaton will deliver the commencement address May 12 at Kent State University. (Photo credit: MJ Kim/HFA2014/Getty Images) Oscar-nominated actor Michael Keaton will deliver the commencement address May 12 at Kent State University. (Photo credit: MJ Kim/HFA2014/Getty Images)](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/thumbnail/public/article_thumbnail/Photo%20of%20Michael%20Keaton%20-%20Photo%20credit%20MJ%20Kim-HFA2014-Getty%20Images.jpg?VersionId=w.4J0LE5M5lnMB6aaSASn53LUMYTvZOw&h=e6f36a9c&itok=i6kuAUaS)
Oscar-nominated actor Michael Keaton will return to the campus he once walked as a student while dreaming about making it big in Hollywood.
![Anthony Ervin, four-time Olympic swimming medalist, will speak at Kent State University at Stark on Feb. 27. Anthony Ervin, four-time Olympic swimming medalist, will speak at Kent State University at Stark on Feb. 27.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/thumbnail/public/article_thumbnail/REGIONAL-OlympicMedalist.jpg?VersionId=ygpV3SyiuPd.kniicTIOpMw21K9jQA06&h=e6f36a9c&itok=7HHGnfJj)
After winning his first Olympic gold, two World Championships and seven NCAA titles, Anthony Ervin retired at age 22 in 2003. A four-time Olympic swimming medalist, Mr. Ervin claimed gold and the title of fastest person on the planet in 2000 in the 50-meter freestyle.
![Pictured are members of the Kent State University Sales Management Case Team. The team ranked fourth in the nation at the 2017 International Collegiate Sales Competition in Orlando, Florida. Pictured are members of the Kent State University Sales Management Case Team. The team ranked fourth in the nation at the 2017 International Collegiate Sales Competition in Orlando, Florida.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/thumbnail/public/article_thumbnail/SPECIALFEATURE-Sales_Team_0.jpg?VersionId=J0CXIGSh58nzd74hODJSPTIcVz9GdEgd&h=e6f36a9c&itok=QuFq5vSk)
Make the sale. Prepare a presentation to a group of executives. These were some of the objectives for the Kent State University Sales Management Case Team at the 2017 International Collegiate Sales Competition in Orlando, Florida.
Kent businesses, with the help of Main Street Kent, have created an exclusive weekend of special offers, giveaways, discounts and raffles just for educators Friday, Nov, 17 through Sunday, Nov. 19. Simply show your school ID at time of purchase for offerings and discounts. Explore participating businesses and special offers!
At Kent State, we want to honor the celebration of our Native American and Indigenous culture by developing a calendar encompassing all the university events that are relevant to Native American Heritage Month. The Native American Heritage Month Planning Committee is welcoming university divisions, departments and student organizations to begin submitting their programming, activities and events to the University Events Calendar to be featured on the Native American Heritage Month Website.
Open Enrollment is from Oct. 16, through Nov. 3. Each year in the fall, benefits-eligible employees may select and make changes to their health coverage plans based on their needs and the needs of their family. Outside a qualifying life event, this will be the only window during which such changes may be made. Click to learn more, and to see how to access the Open Enrollment Portal.