Kent State University at Salem recently presented John Tonti the Friend of the Campus award, the highest honor presented annually to non-students. It recognizes community members, businesses and organizations that support increasing access to higher education in Salem and surrounding communities.Tonti is the president of the Salem Community Foundation, a position he has held since 1992. He began his tenure with the organization in 1981 as its treasurer.The Salem Community Foundation has maintained a strong relationship with the Kent State Salem Campus for more than 40 years through a shared co...
Benny Kim
Internationally known and acclaimed violinist Benny Kim has performed as soloist with the orchestras of Chicago, Boston, Saint Louis, Cincinnati, Hong Kong, and South Africa to name a few. In recital, he has performed in virtually every major city including two critically acclaimed recitals at the 92nd St. Y in New York and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. He has collaborated with many of today's leading artists including Pinchas Zukerman, Lynn Harrell, Jaime Laredo, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and Ida Kavafian. With Ms.
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Kent State University at Salem recognized the academic achievements of several students during its annual Student Awards Ceremony, while also honoring the service of faculty, staff and its Friend of the Campus.The awards and recipients are:Academic AwardsEarly Childhood EducationOutstanding Student Teacher in the Field (Junior): Rose MazurkiewiczOutstanding Student Teacher in the Field (Senior):Joy CarpenterOutstanding Student:Danielle PernaOutstanding Role Model of the Profession: Bailey AglerEarly Years Education and CareExceptional Student Teacher Award:Danielle PernaExemplary Stu...
International students from Kent State University’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Center presented aspects of their home countries Monday during “Culture Share Day,” an event designed to build community, practice English and introduce students to one another’s cultures.The event featured short student presentations on topics including food, traditions, language and natural beauty from a range of countries across Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America. Students shared personal perspectives and cultural experiences, and one group read poems in both English and their native language...
ASL/English Interpreting Application for Out of State (PDF)
File Summary:
This application is for Kent State University students seeking an "assigned" out-of-state advanced practicum in ASL/English Interpreting. It outlines requirements for medical insurance, background checks, and academic standing, while establishing that students are responsible for all personal expenses and liabilities during the 16-week placement.
Upload: April 2026
Deaf Education Application for Out of State (PDF)
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This application is for Kent State University students seeking a 16-week student teaching placement at an out-of-state School for the Deaf. It outlines student responsibilities regarding expenses, medical insurance, and background checks while requiring necessary institutional and legal approvals.
Upload: April 2026
Donna Lee
Pianist Donna Lee made her solo debut in 1990 with the National Symphony Orchestra. She has since appeared as a soloist and collaborative artist at Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall and Terrace Theater in Washington, D.C. and Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall in New York City. She has also performed in Asia, Europe, and throughout the US, with performances in Wuhan, China; Brno, Czech Republic; and Maui, Hawaii.