Feeling the pressure to look a certain way? You’re not alone. In this two-part CAPS workshop, we’ll dig into how beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves, challenge the pressure to “fit the mold,” and build tools for creating a healthier, more positive body image. You’ll get a free workbook to guide you along the way. You must have attended Part 1 on 2/17/26 to attend this workshop.
Feeling the pressure to look a certain way? You’re not alone. In this two-part CAPS workshop, we’ll dig into how beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves, challenge the pressure to “fit the mold,” and build tools for creating a healthier, more positive body image. You’ll get a free workbook to guide you along the way. You must attend Part 1 to attend Part 2 on 2/24/26 at 3-4:30 pm.
Does your inner critic need a mute button? In this virtual CAPS workshop, you’ll learn how to quiet that inner critic and swap self-judgment for self-compassion. We’ll practice simple, real-life strategies to handle daily stress with more kindness, and you’ll walk away with your very own personalized Self-Compassion Plan. Come ready to try it out, ask questions, and leave with tools you can actually use.
Keeping up with classes and events on campus can be a challenge. However, the updated Kent State University mobile app (KSU Mobile) has a new, refreshed look that makes it more user-friendly and tailored to student, faculty and staff needs.One of the new features is a customizable home screen, complete with a new widget system that allows users to navigate to their most-used tools quickly. “I do like the customization that we have on here,” Gavin Miller told Kent State Today. Miller, an information technology major, was selected to help test the KSU Mobile app. New custo...
Kent State students returned to classrooms, labs, studios, libraries and favorite study spaces on Jan. 12 for the beginning of Spring Semester 2026. The students in these photos are on campus at two of the university's Regional Campuses - Kent State University at Ashtabula and Kent State University at Tuscarawas. For some students, this will be their final semester at Kent State as they prepare to graduate with the university's Class of 2026 during May Commencement ceremonies. Want to see YOUR photos in “IN A FLASH?” Sub...
Six talented Kent State alumni were among the changemarkers recognized in Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s. These leaders excel in their careers, impact their community and carry their Golden Flash pride wherever they go.Congratulations to Aysia Kemp, ’20, Olivia Morrison, ’20, Jake Myers, ’19, Brad Rinella, ’18, Allison Sayre, ’21 and Kiernan Weese, ’19, MBA ’21. ...
Allyson Tessin, Ph.D., assistant professor in Kent State University’s Department of Earth Sciences, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) Award to support her research on how the seafloor and ocean interact in rapidly changing Arctic environments.The five-year grant will allow Tessin and her research group to study how melting permafrost and warming waters in the Arctic are altering chemical exchanges between ocean mud and seawater. These processes influence the global climate, marine life and human resources, such as fisheries. ...
Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering has named Yi Gao, Ph.D., director of the School of Aeronautics, marking a major milestone for one of the nation’s most comprehensive aviation programs.Gao becomes the first official director of the newly established school, following six months of interim leadership by Rubén Del Rosario, D.Eng., who will continue his role as director of the Center for Advanced Air Mobility. Gao’s appointment signals Kent State’s commitment to advancing aviation education, research, and industry engagement at a national and global level.An int...