Meet Shashwati:Shashwati Sikder Sharaya made the journey to Kent State University from Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pursue a degree in biotechnology. Currently in her junior year, she is an accomplished student involved in several organizations, including the Kent State University Honors College and also serves as a Peer Assisted Study Session leader. This upcoming summer, she will also participate in the Kent State Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE). Working alongside Dr. Kim Min Ho, she is accomplishing her dreams in medical research by earning a bachelor's degree f...

Kent State’s Culinary Services faces the daily challenge of serving more than 20,000 meals to students, staff, and faculty. This task is further complicated by the increasing number of food allergies. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of food allergies has risen by 50 percent since the 1990s; therefore, raising awareness and ensuring safety are top priorities. In response to this increasing issue, University Culinary Services (UCS) has implemented concrete steps to lower the risk of allergic reactions. These include clearly labeling all food ...

Hey everyone! My name is Taylor Pierce, and I’m a senior here at Kent State double-majoring in criminology and justice studies and political science, with a minor in pre-law. Choosing Kent State was a no-brainer for me because of the extensive opportunities it has provided for me to explore my academic, professional, and personal interests as I stepped into the next chapter of my life. When I entered KSU, I had an interest in law and the criminal justice system. I spent my first year taking classes inside and outside my field, attending seminars, and making connections with professors. Th...