In January 2022, 582,462 people experienced homelessness in the U.S. on a single night, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Young homeless mothers are particularly vulnerable as they struggle to meet their basic needs and those of their children. They may also suffer from substance use disorders and physical and mental health problems. One Kent State University researcher is working to understand how support services and housing can help single mothers avoid these situations. Jing Zhang, Ph.D., assistant professor in the School of Li...
Smart Devices
This emerging media & technology seminar course seeks to provide an investigative and experiential learning environment, in which students learn about the platforms and technologies behind Smart Devices, from edge devices to core cloud services through research and hands-on activities. Topics covered include background in “Internet of Things” (IoT), physical sensing, platforms, and security. The course culminates with small teams of students developing a Smart Device and connecting it to a cloud-based IoT service.
Application Security and Compliance
This class will begin with an overview of security from one of the industry’s foremost authorities on cyber security. A review and understanding of cyber security and privacy regulations will leave the student with a solid foundation that the role that risk and trust play in keeping data safe. The bulk of the course will focus on the application and information development process to ensure that cyber security and privacy regulations, controls, and standards are designed into the solution.
Day-to-Day Expectations
Classes will be held Monday through Friday during a morning and afternoon session in the Aeronautics and Technology Building, room 212:
- Morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Afternoon from 1:30 p.m. to. 3:15 p.m.
Housing and dining will be available.
Housing in double rooms with private bathrooms in the Centennial Court will be available.
Day-to-Day Expectations
Classes will be held Monday through Friday during a morning and afternoon session in the Aeronautics and Technology Building, room 212:
- Morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Afternoon from 1:30 p.m. to. 3:15 p.m.
Housing and dining will be available.
Housing in double rooms with private bathrooms in the Centennial Court will be available.
Financial Assistance
There are no specific funds for the Summer Institute.
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Dear members of the University Community: This past summer, the university established the Office of Strategy Management (OSM) to lead and support in the areas of strategic planning, project management and organizational assessment. Each semester we will update you on strategic plans and highlight initiatives within these plans. Our goal is to keep us all informed on the many great initiatives happening at Kent State. In addition to strategic planning support, the OSM team provides project management services and training to optimize project success. We work wit...