Molecular Diversity Preservation International (MDPI) has accepted a new publication worked on by an interdisciplinary team including four members of the AMLCI (Marianne E. Prévôt, Senay Ustunel, Caitlyn R. Webb, and Elda Hegmann). Abstract: 3D printing of novel and smart materials has received considerable attention due to its applications within biological and medical fields, mostly as they can be used to print complex architectures and particular designs. However, the internal structure during 3D printing can be problematic to resolve. We present here how time-resolved synchrotron mic...

Kent State University staff member Brenda Dillon was among hundreds of university employees who were given Blue, Gold and Grateful $20 gift certificates during the holiday season as a show of appreciation for their roles in upholding the success of the university. Kent State initiated the program with Main Street Kent to support participating downtown businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dillon was grateful for Kent State’s show of appreciation because it further affirmed the university’s commitment to its employees during an unusually challenging time. And thanks to the Blue,...

WARREN, OH (May 10, 2021) - Kent State University at Trumbull’s Chelsey Palmer, a soon-to-be graduating nursing student, was recently named one of two “Scholars of the Year” by the Eastern Ohio Area Health Education Center (AHEC).  Palmer and Youngstown State University student Jake Weber earned the award which recognizes students who are exceptional in their approach, level of engagement, and connecting theory with practice while in the AHEC’s Scholars Program. It also considers the participant’s level of mentorship.  The AHEC Scholars Program accepts college students who are ...

At the end of a challenging year, we celebrate the Kent State School of Emerging Media and Technology Class of 2021!  Watch the video below for messages from our faculty and recognition of our students who have overcome so much and persevered in the face of global worry and uncertainty. TO ALL OF THE GRADUATES OF THE CLASS OF 2021: WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! ...

At the end of a challenging year, we celebrate the Kent State School of Visual Communication Design Class of 2021!  Watch the video below for messages from our faculty and recognition of our visual communication design and photography majors who have overcome so much and persevered in the face of global worry and uncertainty.     TO ALL OF THE GRADUATES OF THE CLASS OF 2021: WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! ...

At the end of a challenging year, we celebrate the Kent State School of Communication Studies Class of 2021!  Watch the video below for messages from our faculty and recognition of our students who have overcome so much and persevered in the face of global worry and uncertainty.   To all of the graduates of the Class of 2021: We are so proud of you! ...

Three students won prizes for their written papers submitted for the 2021 Kent State East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Virtual Conference.  The event took place April 24 with the theme “Rethinking Food: Equity, Plant-Based Consumption and Alternatives.” There were 29 papers submitted for judging. Marissa Price earned first place honors for her paper, “The Price of Policy.” Second place went to Rachel Booher for “The Truth Behind Harmful Waste;” and the third place prize was awarded to Kassidy Fischer for her paper, “Species Suffering Due to Climate Change.” The confe...

“(Nick) did not fit any stereotype of someone who went through what he did. He is extremely personable and shows excellent leadership. He had always taken full responsibility for everything and was all-in on all the classes and program-related activities." - Associate Lecturer Mandy Ulicney  In March 2015, Nick Pizzi hit rock bottom. After receiving his third DUI, he decided to stop drinking. But unfortunately, it was too late. Four months later, before his daughter’s eighth birthday, Pizzi was sentenced to one year in the Ashtabula County jail, where his life would change forever f...

Spring semester faculty and staff group exercise classes will conclude on May 14. But not to worry – classes will resume for summer semester starting May 24. The class offerings remain the same for summer and will continue to be delivered virtually to ensure your safety.  Employee Wellness, in collaboration with Recreational Services, is pleased to offer the following sessions each week at no cost to employees. All fitness levels are welcome. Monday/Wednesday  Total Body Toning  12:15 - 1 p.m.  ...