Writing is a process of discovery. Sharing one’s writing with others is an act of vulnerability and trust secured over time through individualized attention. When one’s writing is considered worthy of an award, it’s cause for celebration and recognition. Accordingly, congratulations are in order for three Kent State University at Geauga students of Associate Professor of English Dr. Bonnie Shaker. All three writing award-winners are freshmen who submitted essays they had written for Dr. Shaker’s College Writing I course. Their wins make them part of an unbroken line of 28 writin...
Working together toward a more sustainable future
After 50 years of print publication through Kent State University’s Geauga Campus, The Listening Eye, a creative writing and art journal, will begin digital publication on the Wick Poetry Center’s website with its 2022-23 issue. “The Wick Poetry Center is thrilled to collaborate with The Listening Eye, which has been a longstanding literary gem and enriched our Northeast Ohio community. Through our collective efforts, we hope to raise awareness of the journal and to amplify its creative voices,” said David Hassler, director of the Wick Poetry Center. Hassler has a long-...
Bright Future for Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Students
Special Program Initiative
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Summer sessions, senior guest program, and prison education and reentry are examples of Kent State’s commitment to strengthen individuals, families, and communities by offering Kent State courses to all learners.
Pre-College Initiative
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Pre-College programs at Kent State University range from art and technology camps for youth to College Credit Plus and Tech Prep courses for eligible middle and high school students. Our pre-college programs allow K-12 students to explore interests, build skills, and earn college credit.
Micro-credential Initiative
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The micro-credential initiative for Kent State University supports the development and implementation of both credit and non-credit micro-credentials designed to enable learners to gain specific, demonstrable skills and competencies.
Professional Education Initiative
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Kent State’s professional education initiative offers and supports professional development to help lifelong learners gain the skills and competencies needed for job and career success.
TRAVEL ENTHUSIAST Thanks for a fun [squirrel search] contest in a great issue! I had the chance to go to China with a group of CCI students, and it changed my life. I became very excited about traveling internationally. My daughter [Taylor Kopunovitz, BBA ’12, BS ’12, MS ’14] and I have traveled to London and Portugal so far, and we have a trip planned to Copenhagen this December and Croatia the following September. And there are many other countries on my list! Alice Kopunovitz, BM ’80 Special assistant, Department of Biological Sciences Kent Campus ...