Whether you call them roundabouts or traffic circles, this increasingly popular feature on American roadways can have some drivers spinning.But while roundabouts are considered safer than traditional intersections for vehicle traffic, how safe are they for pedestrians?Pedestrian safety That was one of the topics that Kent State University College of Public Health Associate Professor Sheryl Chatfield, Ph.D., posed to the students in her Public Health Research course as a potential topic for their semester project in the fall of 2024.With two new roundabouts on the Kent Campus on Summit Str...
The Ohio Department of Higher Education Science of Reading Audit of educator preparation programs found that Kent State University’s preservice teacher literacy coursework was deemed “in alignment” with a score of 100% and no mandatory recommendations for improvement. Additionally, there is evidence of full compliance with Ohio’s definition of the science of reading as codified in the Ohio Revised Code.“This finding affirms Kent State’s storied history as one of the country’s top higher education institutions for well-prepared educators,” said Alicia R. Crowe, Ph.D., interim dean for Kent Stat...
The Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship – All Business Majors Career Fair connects business students with employers seeking candidates for internships and full-time positions. This in-person career fair provides an opportunity to engage directly with recruiters, learn about available roles and explore career paths across a variety of industries.
Hi! My name is Ethan Boicey. I’m a senior at Kent State University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering Technology currently set to graduate in Spring 2026. I’ve had an incredible start to my career, getting to work for incredible companies, with incredible people, all over the country. Most recently, I interned at NASA in Houston, Texas, General Motors in Parma, Ohio and I am excited to announce I will be traveling to Redmond, Washington to intern with SpaceX on the Starlink engineering team! I have found my passions for space, engineering and the pursuit of excellence at none other than ...
University preservice teacher literacy coursework received perfect score, no mandatory recommendationsDec. 16, 2025 – The Ohio Department of Higher Education Science of Reading Audit of educator preparation programs found that Kent State University’s preservice teacher literacy coursework was deemed “in alignment” with a score of 100% and no mandatory recommendations for improvement. Additionally, there is evidence of full compliance with Ohio’s definition of the science of reading as codified in the Ohio Revised Code.“This finding affirms Kent State’s storied history as one of the country’s t...
Join us for an informative virtual event where Professor Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., will do a deep dive into burnout and how to overcome it.
Roses are red. Violets are blue. Love is sweet, and friends are, too! Gather your closest friends, and join us for an evening of creativity and connection! Under the guidance of Taryn McMahon, professor of print media and photography within the School of Art, you will explore the basics of printmaking and create your own unique prints to take home.
While working, enjoy themed cocktails, delicious snacks and celebrate the power of friendship. Guests must be at least 21 years old to attend. Each purchase includes a $5 donation in support of the Kent Blossom Art Intensives.
Join us at Kent State University on February 8 for a special day as we take a deep dive into Piano studies for talented piano students between the ages of 12 and 17! Participate in this intensive day of masterclass, mini group lessons, seminar on practice and audition strategies; in addition, there will be ensemble playing and an opportunity to perform in a Kent State Piano Division concert, "Midwinter Dreams: A Tchaikovsky and Crumb Celebration" at 5 p.m..