PNC Bank recognizes Kent State student Hunter Brancifort (fifth from left), who is joined by her family along with representatives from Kent State’s administration, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the College of Business Administration.

Each semester, PNC recognizes two outstanding Kent State University students as PNC Achievers. These students exemplify excellence in the classroom, in the community, and in student leadership and development. Congratulations to the Fall 2018 PNC Achievers! Hunter Brancifort, Senior, Finance Major Pass Hunter Brancifort on campus and on most days she will have a bag of softball gear on her back, in addition to a messenger bag carrying her class materials. But when she is not studying or leading her team to victory, she is likely carrying a different set of tools.  Ms. Brancifort,...

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Kent State University at Tuscarawas received the Large Business of the Year Award

A key leader in the community and a key player in economic development, Kent State University at Tuscarawas received the Large Business of the Year award from the Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce. “We have been involved heavily this year in the community and I think a lot of good stories have come out about the campus either in traditional or social media,” said Brad Bielski, Ph.D., dean and chief administrative officer of Kent State Tuscarawas. The award was given at the Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet held in January at the Schoenbrunn Inn and Conference ...

Adda Gape's son John wins HR grand prize 2019

The grand prize winner of HR’s Employee Family and Friends Appreciation Days contest was crowned during a time out in the second half of the Kent vs. Akron basketball game. The contestants, John Gape and Jared Englert – sons of KSU staffers Adda Gape and Michael Englert –  were tasked with donning tropical-themed clothing at one end of the court before racing to the other end, where they had to sink a shot.  Adda’s son John edged out his competitor and gave his mother a vacation getaway valued at $1,500. For his efforts, Jared snagged an Apple iPad as a consolation prize for his ...

Conceptual rendering of the proposed Main Street gateway to the Kent Campus

First impressions carry a lot of weight, especially when prospective students shop for colleges. Some call it a feeling, others say they just knew the minute they arrived on campus. It is hard to pinpoint exactly what influences students’ enrollment decisions, but one thing is certain—how a university rolls out its welcome mat can make all the difference. In an effort to enhance that welcome, Kent State University earlier this year unveiled its Gateway to a Distinctive Kent State, a $1 billion facilities master plan that will transform the look and feel of the iconic, front-facing entrance ...

Mary Kutchin (center) recieves her surprise visit from Melissa Dyer and the University Teaching Council

Students who have taken classes from Mary Kutchin, MSN, RN, CNS, praise her strong communication skills, her leadership and her caring nature. It was their recommendations that led to her being selected for a 2018 Outstanding Teacher Award. Each year, Kent State honors three full-time, non-tenure track and part-time faculty members for being among the most dedicated and motivated professors at the university. “I felt like it was such an honor to be acknowledged by this teaching award,” says Ms. Kutchin.  “I know how busy students are, and I am overwhelmed that more than one stude...

Flying hobos performance

Pilot James J. Banning made his entrance at the Kent State University KIVA Auditorium making his dream to fly known. Banning accomplished a historic flight in 1932, and was actually part of a performance at the university. Actor Jeantique Oriol, portrayed Banning in honor of National Engineers Week and African-American History Month. Thomas Cox Allen, Banning’s co-pilot and mechanic was played by Drew Drake, making a two-man, interactive show “The Flying Hobos, a Living History Play,” that recounts the 21-day journey by the duo, which took place during the Great Depression. Banning was t...

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