Choosing a career path at age 18 can be overwhelming for some students. As a part of Kent State University's University College’s Exploratory Program, Flash Connections are enhanced sections of the required First Year Experience course created especially for Exploratory students. The Flash Connections program is designed to help students considering multiple majors find a community while discovering their major. This program’s exemplary work with undecided students was recently recognized, receiving awards from the Global Community for Academic Advising (NACADA). Nicole Kotlan, senior direc...

Dear Kent State University Faculty and Staff, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph Ortiz, Ph.D., as the Kent State Presidential Fellow, beginning fall 2022. As the Fellow, Dr. Ortiz will work with the divisions of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI); Academic Affairs; Research and Sponsored Programs; and the Office of the President in supporting the development of Kent State’s SEA Change action plan. SEA Change is an initiative of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in which participating universities commit to effecting sustainable change related to dive...

A client who shares his vision and supports the arts via fashion. Braedy Luxenburg is a multifaceted designer and he is making his mark on the fashion industry. From working with widely known artists to popular luxury brands to pursuing his own designs, Braedy has been involved with the industry at all levels. Since earning his microgrant from LaunchNET and graduating from Kent, he has taken on some impressive projects. We had the chance to learn more about what Braedy’s been working on, how he puts himself out there, and his affinity for Capybaras. 5 Things You Need to Know About Br...

  Kent State at Salem held its summer nursing convocation and pinning ceremony during which students received their nursing pins and recited the nursing pledge. All are receiving degrees this year through the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program on the Salem Campus. Sherilyn Horst received the award for academic excellence and Alexandra Yurko-Mihelic received the award for clinical excellence. The Kent State Salem BSN summer 2022 graduates include: Keesha Bailey Lauren Blakeman Kristen Bruderly Darrian Chiovitti Trevor Coffy Nicole Dyke Molly Ellyson Eric Grantonic ...