The Kent State University Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23, in the Urban Conference Room, located on the second floor of University Library at the Kent Campus. The sole purpose of the special meeting is to consider a proposed Memorandum of Understanding between Kent State University and the Kent State United Faculty Association, Tenure-Track Faculty Unit. The Board will retire into executive session during the meeting to consider specific topics as provided for under Ohio’s “Sunshine Law.” No committee meetings will be held.A limited number of seats wi...
For Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo, philanthropy begins with a simple belief: making a difference in the lives of others doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does have to come from the heart. Hear from Rader and Angiulo about why they give in the video above.“I really enjoy all different parts of philanthropy because you’re going with your soul, going with your heart,” Rader said. “You have to think about what you really believe in and what is important to you.” For Rader and Angiulo, those beliefs have inspired a deep commitment to Kent State University and its students. ...
Behind Merrill Hall is a quiet corner of the Kent Campus, separated from the hustle of daily life by winding rows of shelves filled with books – all carved from stone. It’s also where an iconic landmark of the campus sits: The Brain. This space, known as the Behind the Brain Plaza, was completed by Kent State University Professor Emeritus Brinsley Tyrrell in 2000. Small sculptural elements throughout add to the plaza’s story, from a seed to symbolize growth to a set of books bearing the names of Tyrrell’s students who assisted him with the project. One other book located ...
Join fellow Kent State alumni for an unforgettable game day experience in downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday, Dec. 5, as we cheer on the Pittsburgh Penguins, Golden Flash style!
Join us daily at 2:00 p.m. from November 1-11 for a ceremony honoring veterans and exploring the lasting impacts of combat on individuals and communities. Held at the May 4 National Historic Landmark Site, these gatherings reflect on the experiences of those who served in Vietnam and more recent conflicts, as well as those whose lives were shaped by opposition to war. Through remembrance and reflection, the brief daily ceremonies raise awareness of the challenges of coming home, including veteran suicide, and highlight the importance of healing, understanding, and community support.
Join us daily at 2:00 p.m. from November 1-11 for a ceremony honoring veterans and exploring the lasting impacts of combat on individuals and communities. Held at the May 4 National Historic Landmark Site, these gatherings reflect on the experiences of those who served in Vietnam and more recent conflicts, as well as those whose lives were shaped by opposition to war. Through remembrance and reflection, the brief daily ceremonies raise awareness of the challenges of coming home, including veteran suicide, and highlight the importance of healing, understanding, and community support.
While the chill in the air and changing leaves can make October the prettiest time of the fall semester, it’s also a time when students may be feeling especially homesick and stressed.In fact, over the years, Kent State University has designated October as Mental Health Awareness Month. It is consistently one of the busiest times of the year for Counseling and Psychological Services, or CAPS, the university’s on-site mental health provider, said Jennifer Knott, assistant director of CAPS.Kent State Today’s new series, “Golden Guide,” will highlight university departments and resources focused ...
