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VCD Student Artwork Prepares to Take Flight
College of Communication & Information

Student Abby Ullman poses outside

  When Abby Ullman arrived at Kent in 2019, it was as a marketing major with the plan to be an author. Little did she know her path would lead to a double major with Visual Communication Design – and her artwork appearing in an acclaimed, award-winning, best-selling board game.Growing up, my dream was to be an artist and write books. I drew my own pictures and had stories to tell with them. My favorite medium to use is watercolor and colored pencil.Looking for ways to channel her creativity, and interested in learning more digital art techniques, Abby decided to minor in VCD. It was ...

Associate of Science

If you are seeking a flexible associate degree that puts you in the driver’s seat, consider this option. With its comprehensive curriculum spanning diverse subject areas, it caters to those aspiring to gain a well-rounded knowledge base. Whether one desires to explore various disciplines, pave the way towards a bachelor's degree or bolster their career prospects, this degree program provides the flexibility to specialize in a specific field of study that aligns with their unique educational needs. Read more...

Program Information for Associate of Science

Program Description

Full Description

The Associate of Science degree is a generalist program that serves many purposes. The degree serves students who want a broad education by sampling a variety of different subject areas, who are planning to complete a bachelor's degree program, or who want to advance their careers by holding a degree. Because of the general nature of the program, students may specialize in a particular field of study that will meet their specific educational needs.

Admissions for Associate of Science

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Kent State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Coursework
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Program Requirements

Major Requirements

 
Major Requirements (courses count in major GPA)
Electives Chosen in Students' Area of Interest23
Additional Requirements (courses do not count in major GPA)
UC 10001FLASHES 101 1
Kent Core Composition6
Kent Core Mathematics and Critical Reasoning3
Kent Core Humanities and Fine Arts9
Kent Core Social Sciences6
Kent Core Basic Sciences6-7
Kent Core Additional6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:60

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this major. However, courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester OneCredits
UC 10001 FLASHES 101 1
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours16
Semester Two
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 6
 Credit Hours15
Semester Three
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 6
 Credit Hours15
Semester Four
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 8
 Credit Hours14
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:60
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • ​In person
  • Location:
    • Ashtabula Campus
    • East Liverpool Campus
    • Geauga Campus
    • Salem Campus
    • Stark Campus
    • Trumbull Campus
    • Tuscarawas Campus
    • Twinsburg Academic Center 

Student Organization Awards

These awards recognize undergraduate student organizations and advisors for excellence in the areas of programming, service, advising, and more.

 

Nominations will open on Monday, 2/26/24, and will close on Friday, 3/22/24. Finalists will be recognized at the Student Leadership Awards and Transition Ceremony on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 6 PM. 

Nomination Form

Update: Golden Flashes Football Game Remains A 'Go' as Idalia Approaches Northern Florida

Kent State Football Prepares for 2023 Season

Kent State University is coordinating closely with the University of Central Florida (UCF) ahead of Thursday's season-opening football game between the two schools in Orlando, Florida. As of Tuesday morning, Idalia was a Category 1 hurricane expected to make landfall early Wednesday morning and travel west-to-east across the northern part of the state.  UCF is expected to provide an update on Tuesday following Monday's announcement that, "UCF's Emergency Management team is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia. At this time, we do not anticipate disruption to normal campus opera...
EHHS Fields Two Finalists for 2023 Distinguished Teaching Awards

Amy Damrow and Monica Miller-Marsh

EHHS has fielded two of the ten finalists for the 57th Annual Kent State University Alumni Association Distinguished Teaching Award: Amy Darrow and Monica Miller-Marsh. Amy Damrow, Ph.D., is an associate professor of Cultural Foundations in the School of Foundations, Leadership and Administration at the Stark Campus. Monica Miller-Marsh, Ph.D., is executive director of the Child Development Center and associate professor in the Early Childhood Education Program in the School of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum Studies. “The alumni association is pleased to recognize outstandi...

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