The Brain Health Research Institute (BHRI)’s new light sheet microscope creates 3D imaging of large samples at subcellular resolution (about 200x smaller than the diameter of a human hair). The Blaze, as the device is commonly known, provides an unparalleled ability to image and map complete biological systems from various species, including human samples. “Kent State currently has the only Blaze light sheet microscope available for use by researchers in Northeast Ohio,” said Aleisha Moore, Ph.D., BHRI assistant director of the Neuroimaging Collaboratory. “Therefore, Kent State researche...
It’s a typical question asked to a particular group of students: “So, what are you going to do with a degree in communications?”Fortunately, Lisa Waite has made it her mission to help communication studies majors on the Stark Campus show that such a degree can open doors to an almost endless list of career opportunities. She is a senior lecturer of communication studies at Kent State Stark, where she leads a well-developed internship program, and has been teaching at the university for 30 years.Students majoring in communication studies are required to select either an internship or take...
This document outlines the step-by-step admissions process for the Career and Community Studies (CCS) program at Kent State University. It guides prospective students from initial campus visits and application submission through interviews, admission decisions, and post-acceptance preparation, including independent living skills and optional dorm orientation.
This year, the Kent State B.F.A. Musical Theatre program made strides in student professional and educational advancement across the region with the launch of its inaugural Porthouse Experience course. This unique learning opportunity implements a semester-long approach to rehearsing and practicing for the upcoming “Side Show: In Concert” Porthouse Theatre production, while ensuring musical theatre students earn a professional degree credit. Porthouse Theatre, Kent State’s professional summer theatre program operating under contract with Actors’ Equity Association, is one of the defi...
This document provides important policy and procedure information that is a reference for students enrolled in Career and Community Studies and Kent State University and their families.
Ohio is conducting a statewide tornado drill at 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18. Kent State University will be participating in this test. Tornado sirens will be heard on all Kent State campuses at that time.This is only a test, and no shelter-in-place activities are required.The Kent Campus tests the tornado sirens on the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. and on the third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.Peak tornado season in Ohio is generally April through July. Tornadoes usually occur between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., although they can occur at other times and throughout the year.In the event of a...
REGISTER FOR BLUE & GOLD NIGHTEvent DetailsWhat: Blue & Gold Night – Majors & Degrees Open HouseWhen: Tuesday, April 14, 2026Time: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.Where: Stocker Hall, Kent State University at AshtabulaCost: Free and open to the publicKent State University at Ashtabula invites prospective students, families and community members to attend Blue & Gold Night, the campus’s signature open-house style event, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in Susan J. Stocker Hall.This immersive, hands-on experience is designed to help students explore the 30+ degree programs that...
