Kent State University’s annual Veterans Day Commemoration paid tribute to all who have served in the U.S. armed forces. The day’s events began at on the Student Green, in front of the Kent Student Center and Risman Plaza, with a flag-raising ceremony and the posting of colors conducted by representatives from Kent State’s Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC programs. A bugler preceded the national anthem, followed by an invocation by Kent State Professor retired Lt. Col. David Simms, and a welcome to all attendees by Kent State President Todd Diacon. Before introducing the keyno...
Daniel Alenquer, Director of Kent State's School of Visual Communication Design, spoke with Jeanne Destro, a morning host on WAKR about our newest degree offering the bachelor of science degree in User Experience Design.
Your classroom becomes your learning lab. Through structured mentorship from experienced intervention specialists, you'll apply what you learn in real time, developing skills in communication, collaboration and individualized instruction that immediately benefit your students.
Upon completion, you'll earn your Ohio P–5 Intervention Specialist Teaching License, opening doors to fulfilling, high-demand roles in early childhood and elementary special education.
You'll gain specialized training in inclusive education from Kent State's nationally recognized faculty. Coursework and mentorship emphasize evidence-based practices for supporting children with and without disabilities, ensuring you're prepared to meet diverse learners' needs from birth through Grade 5.
Let's Meet Natalie:Kent State University junior Honors College student Natalie Holland is from the small town of Johnstown, P.A., majoring in environmental studies and minoring in journalism. She did not intend to apply to the Honors College at first. However, after receiving a letter from Kent State outlining the benefits of the college, she decided to apply. Her decision has led to both academic and social success. Natalie has had an impactful journey at the university and in the Honors College the past three years, saying, “It’s been a really good experience so far...” She also added ...
The Kent State University Honors College is proud to announce that Phoenix Allen, Korren Cullom, and Sofia Sprain have been named recipients of the Honors College Heritage Scholarship for the 2025–2026 academic year. The award recognizes exceptional Honors College students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to their fields of study.Phoenix Allen: Engineering with PurposeJunior Phoenix Allen, a Computer Engineering Technology major from Painesville, Ohio, says that his lifelong fascination with technology made his career path clear from an early age.“Ever since my f...
Kent State University Honors College student Maddison Evans, a fifth-year senior double majoring in zoology and English with a minor in creative writing, has been named the 2025–2026 recipient of the Dr. Elizabeth Howard Memorial Honors Scholarship.Originally from Reimersburg, Pennsylvania, Maddison came to Kent State drawn by its zoology program, pointing out that it was one of few available in the region. While her early focus was on animal science, her passion for writing, which began at an early age, continued to grow during her time at Kent.“I took Grammar for Editing with Professor Alice...
