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In observance of Veterans Day, Kent State University will be closed Nov. 11 and will reopen Nov. 12.
Kent State University Will Be Closed November 11 for Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, Kent State University will be closed Nov. 11 and will reopen Nov. 12.Image
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We all know that we are supposed to exercise to reduce the risk of heart disease. But let’s face it, sometimes the only workout we get is walking from our office to the breakroom, and to the parking lot to drive home. So how then do we get the most out of those short walks? Kent…
Want to Get the Most Cardio Out of Your Walk? Focus on Your Feet, Not Your Phone
We all know that we are supposed to exercise to reduce the risk of heart disease. But let’s face it, sometimes the only workout we get is walking from our office to the breakroom, and to the parking lot to drive home. So how then do we get the most out of those short walks? Kent…Student Recreation and Wellness Center Will Be Closed All Day on Monday, Oct. 31
UPDATE: Recreation Center Closed All Day Monday
Student Recreation and Wellness Center Will Be Closed All Day on Monday, Oct. 31
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Student Recreation and Wellness Center Will Be Closed Monday, Oct. 31, until 3 p.m.
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![Doug Kline (left) and Srinivasan Vijayaraghavan (right), both professors in Kent State University's Department of Biological Sciences, have received NIH grants to study reproductive challenges. Doug Kline (left) and Srinivasan Vijayaraghavan (right), both professors in Kent State University's Department of Biological Sciences, have received NIH grants to study reproductive challenges.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/article/PROFILESBiologists.jpg?VersionId=nrcTMKscsGAx2hJYk8EQr0bJ6lGgU91T)
It could be argued that no science is more valuable to us than that which helps to ensure the survival of our species by solving the problems that challenge it.
Kent State Biologists Combine for More Than $850,000 in NIH Grants to Study Reproductive Challenges
It could be argued that no science is more valuable to us than that which helps to ensure the survival of our species by solving the problems that challenge it.Image
![Kent State University’s Academic Success Center has received the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award for its success as an interactive academic space for students to reinforce what they learn in the classroom. Kent State University’s Academic Success Center has received the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award for its success as an interactive academic space for students to reinforce what they learn in the classroom.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/article_thumbnail/Profiles1_0.jpg?VersionId=vjjIg0iH0TQGRnyvkZrvvQqKWuPbYDMp)
The Kent State University Academic Success Center has received the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award for its success as an interactive academic space for students to reinforce what they learn in the classroom. Each year, a two-year institution and a four-year…
Kent State’s Academic Success Center Receives National Award for Excellence
The Kent State University Academic Success Center has received the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award for its success as an interactive academic space for students to reinforce what they learn in the classroom. Each year, a two-year institution and a four-year…Image
![A Kent State public relations major speaks with an alumna during a Public Relations Student Society of America meeting. Graduates of the program returned to campus to speak with current students about career paths. (Photo credit: Brenna Parker) A Kent State public relations major speaks with an alumna during a Public Relations Student Society of America meeting. Graduates of the program returned to campus to speak with current students about career paths. (Photo credit: Brenna Parker)](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/article/1500x800Photo-1---PR-Certification---USE-ON-HOME-PAGE.jpg?VersionId=7ARyeiHFp7a7iUPzNC0VPa.aBvSkCl97)
Kent State University’s undergraduate public relations program has joined a select group of fewer than 40 colleges around the world that hold official certification from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
Public Relations Program Joins Elite Group With New Certification
Kent State University’s undergraduate public relations program has joined a select group of fewer than 40 colleges around the world that hold official certification from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).Physical activity is essential to fighting obesity, and scientists are constantly working to make this activity more effective and beneficial.
A $450,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health will help biology professor Colleen Novak, Ph.D., from Kent State…
Kent State Biologist Nets Grant to Study Calorie-Burning Process That Could Help Fight Obesity
Physical activity is essential to fighting obesity, and scientists are constantly working to make this activity more effective and beneficial. A $450,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health will help biology professor Colleen Novak, Ph.D., from Kent State…![](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/huge_thumbnail/public/article_thumbnail/Alumni%20Awards%20Video%20Screen%20%201920x1080.jpg?VersionId=gVWYsQst58LLpO9vpZ.UNY60zrFDCRpu&h=d1cb525d&itok=6KkJ5CUz)
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The Kent State University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the Alumni Awards. These awards recognize graduates in the area of leadership, service, character and professional development.
“The alumni association is proud to recognize notable, accomplished graduates…
Kent State Seeks Nominations for Alumni Awards
The Kent State University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the Alumni Awards. These awards recognize graduates in the area of leadership, service, character and professional development. “The alumni association is proud to recognize notable, accomplished graduates…Guided Tours of May 4 Site to Be Offered During Taylor Hall Renovations
Guided tours of Kent State University’s historic May 4 grounds will be offered daily beginning Nov. 1 as the university begins renovations to Taylor Hall, which houses the May 4 Visitors Center.