State Rep. Ty Mathews recently visited the Kent Campus - a visit driven by his military background and his landmark legislation to strengthen Ohio's defense and aerospace industries.During his visit, he met with Christina L. Bloebaum, Ph.D., dean of the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, along with other senior college leadership and students. The tour included the college's facilities and a visit to the Kent State University Airport, where the two sides discussed the university's programs and future plans in aviation and aerospace. The visit aligned with Rep. Mathews' signature legi...

This past February, Yamaha announced its sixth annual 40 Under 40 Music Educators List, including Aron Kontorovich, '22 alumnus of the Master of Music in Music Education (MMME) program. Selected educators have inspired their communities with their dedication to music education. The educators on this year's list created new programs or ideas, achieved their goals with innovation and improved music education in their community. Kontorovich, who currently serves as the marching band director, director of piano and coordinator of student activities at James Madison High School in Brooklyn, New Yor...