About the PTA Program

Mission Statement

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Kent State University prepares graduates to be employed as physical therapist assistants and work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Graduates will have the critical thinking skills, knowledge base, technical skills, and behaviors that promote justice, integrity, and altruism consistent with expectations of the physical therapy profession and the communities they serve.

Event Management - Undergraduate Certificate

Undergraduate Certificate in Event Management

The Event Management undergraduate certificate is offered mostly or fully online at the Kent State Ashtabula campus. This certificate program will give you the skills you need to plan, organize and execute a wide range of events from concerts to corporate events. With experienced faculty and a focus on hands-on learning, you'll be well-prepared to hit the ground running in the fast-paced world of event planning.

Guest speakers headshots for the Black History Month Fashion Event

Join the School of Fashion on February 23 at 9:30 a.m. in Rockwell Hall as we celebrate Black History Month. This year’s theme, “African Americans and the Arts” will be presented by our incredible alumni and industry partners. Our visiting guests will share their personal journey, drive and goal to work in the arts. Our school community will also hear their insight on the present and future direction of African Americans in fashion.ScheduleRhodes Conference Room9:30 a.m. - Arrive at The School of FashionMeet and Greet – Faculty and GuestsMurphy Auditorium10 a.m. - IntroductionHillary M. Stone ...

Event Planning

Minor in Event Planning

The Event Planning minor prepares students to assume leadership roles within the industry. Through innovation, research, knowledge dissemination and the enhancement of educational and practical opportunities, this minor affords students the opportunity to enroll in a variety of courses across disciplines to procure knowledge and practical skills pertaining to the process of event planning.

Hospitality and Event Management

Minor in Hospitality and Event Management 

The Hospitality and Event Management minor is for students interested in a foundational knowledge of restaurants, hotels, private clubs, non-commercial food-service organizations and other hospitality organizations. Students in the minor may pursue specific areas of interest tied to the management of selected hospitality properties or management of events within hospitality organizations.

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