Jesse Jackson at Kent State in May 1971.

  Civil rights leader, two-time Democratic presidential candidate and former U.S. shadow senator for the District of Columbia the Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away on Feb. 17, 2026.Jackson visited Kent State several times. He attended the first May 4 Commemoration in 1971 and returned for the Commemoration in 1974.  In February 1987, he spoke at the Memorial Gymnasium (now the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center) as part of the university’s observation of Black History Month. His visit was sponsored by Kent State’s Black United Students, the All-Campus Programming Board, ...

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student media students work on studio technology

The addition of the Ross Tria+ system to the Franklin Hall Studio has served as a turning point in Student Media’s mission to provide a professional and equitable learning environment. The Ross Tria+ is a high-performance video server designed for professional live production that reliably manages multi-channel recording, instant replays and the seamless playout of high-resolution media and graphics. For us, keeping equipment up to date isn’t just about having the newest gear, but rather ensuring our students are learning the same systems they will later be expected to master after graduation....

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Graphic reading “100 The Kent Stater” with “1926” and “2026” on a banner across the numbers and “2026 Centennial Celebration” below, in blue and gold colors.

In 2026, The Kent Stater marks a remarkable milestone: 100 years of student journalism, voice, and impact. Since its first issue on July 29, 1926, The Kent Stater has been a training ground for generations of storytellers and a trusted source of news for the Kent State community. To honor this legacy, we have planned a year of centennial events and exhibitions that invite alumni, students and friends to reconnect, reflect and celebrate. Mark Your Calendar:Patrick O'Connor Editorial Comic Talk: Then and Now! — March 24, 2026Join us at 4 p.m. in Franklin Hall's FirstEnergy Interactive Audit...

What is Expected of CCP Students?

College Credit Plus (CCP) allows students in grades 7-12 to take college courses while still in high school.  Because CCP students are expected to handle difficult work at a fast pace, students will have different expectations than what they might be used to.  Before registering, students should talk to school counselors and parents or guardians about their future goals to see how CCP might benefit them.

What Courses Can I Take?

With College Credit Plus (CCP), students are able to take many different courses to help them get ahead on their college degree.  To help students start with the right courses, the “First 15” Rule offers a guide.   

 
The “First 15” Rule

Before students can take Level II courses, they must complete 15 transferable credit hours of Level I courses.

Models of Supervision

Part of my role as Academic Fieldwork Coordinator is to call facilities and try to secure slots for our students to complete Level I and Level II experiences. With the average of 25 students per class and two classes in any given calendar year, our program requires 100 fieldwork placement slots per year!

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