Kent State University Professor Wins Marie Curie Award POLAND - Mietek Jaroniec, Ph.D., a professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences at Kent State University, was recently awarded the Medal of Marie Sklodowska-Curie by the Polish Chemical Society for his scientific achievements. The prestigious medal is awarded to outstanding chemists working permanently abroad for exceptional scientific achievements of international significance and for contributions to the community of Polish chemists. Jaroniec delivered an invited plenary lecture, "Na...
There is much research about stress and what causes it. We also have volumes of information on how to manage or reduce it. So, why do we repeatedly experience such an increase in stress around the holidays? It's probably true that everyone with “holiday stress” could give unique answers on why they are stressed during this time, particularly in the months of November and December. On Tuesday, Oct. 30, from noon-1 p.m., presenter Terri O'Reilly, M. Ed., will address holiday stress and how to effectively manage it. This popular lunch-and-learn workshop will be delivered via lives...
Have a question about what the IMPACT Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can do for you? Want to learn more about resiliency training, online seminars, depression awareness and prevention? Curious about financial counseling services, eldercare, childcare, smoking cessation or the new Stress Less Center? Come to the EAP office hours Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Employee Wellness Resource Room in 103 Heer Hall on the Kent Campus. Meet with Lisa Kirby, IMPACT account manager, and learn about the numerous resources available to employees and their eligible dependents. Office...
Kent State University faculty and staff are eligible for discount tickets to “I-X Trick or Treat Street,” Cleveland’s Halloween tradition for children 10 and under, held Oct. 20-21 and Oct. 27-28 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at the International Exposition (I-X) Center. Thousands of little ghosts and goblins will receive more than 300,000 preapproved, packaged candy as they make their way through creatively themed, not-so-spooky Halloween houses. But there’s more than just candy. Surrounded by fall foliage including pumpkins and larger-than-life decorations, trick-or-treaters will ...
In the past, grocery shoppers were encouraged to follow the outer perimeter and avoid the inner isles to find the healthiest food choices. This old adage no longer applies. Today, bakeries are found on the outer perimeter and many healthy choices, such as quinoa or brown rice, are found in the inner isles. On Thursday, Oct. 18, at 5:30 p.m., Tanya R. Falcone, MS, RD, LD, coordinator of the Center of Nutrition Outreach in Kent State's School of Health Sciences, will talk about the best way to reduce the purchasing of less healthy foods. This workshop will take place at the Student ...
Familiar Face Denise Evans Administrative Secretary Office of the Dean of Students Kent Campus JOB DESCRIPTION: Serves as the assistant to the Dean of Students, inclusive of managing his busy calendar, supporting initiatives and serving as liaison to other campus departments. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Office of the Dean of Students, including hiring and supervision of student staff in the front office. WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE: March 2008 EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY: Aultman Hospital, administrative assistant to the chief of medica...
New Face Jared Fischer Recreation Facility Worker Recreational Services Kent Campus JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate Zamboni and keep facility clean WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE: February 2018 EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY: Taco Tontos, Kent Parks and Recreation LIKES MOST ABOUT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY: Friendly co-workers ATTRACTION TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AS AN EMPLOYER: Great benefits RESIDES IN: Kent, Ohio HOMETOWN: Kent, Ohio EDUCATION: Currently working on a bachelor's degree in geography at Kent State HOBBIES: ...
Coming to Kent State University as a transfer student from a local community college in her hometown of Toledo, Laurel Johnson, ’17, wanted to get involved and become an integrated member of the Kent State University community. Drawn to Kent State by the communication studies program, Ms. Johnson wanted to further her education and earn a bachelor’s degree after receiving her associate degree. She transferred to Kent State in 2015 for her junior year. During her time as a student, she felt the urge to become a more-involved member of the Kent State community. Having a past in v...
Now in its second year, the annual Kent State of Accessibility event once again promises to engage attendees with unique perspectives to result in a better understanding of experiences of individuals with disabilities in a more inclusive Kent State University environment. Sponsored by Kent State's Accessibility Committee, the Center for Teaching and Learning, Student Accessibility Services and Kent State of Wellness, the 2018 Kent State of Accessibility will be held in the Kent Student Center on Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The event is free, but regi...