In 2020, Sarah Shendy, ’06, became the first Director, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment. Sarah worked hard to achieve this prestigious position, but had it not been for Kent State University, she may have never gone into law enforcement.“After I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in justice studies, (now former) Kent State criminal justice Professor and police academy Commander, James Owens, told me I would make a great officer,” Sarah said. “I made the decision to join the academy, fell in love with law enforcement and since then my life has never been the same.”Sarah’s decision to...

Last spring, American Academy student Maria Cecília Sucharski learned that COVID-19 would restrict students from attending in-person classes on the Brazilian campus. However, Sucharski was happy to learn first-hand that faculty for the dual enrollment program were equipped to deliver an optimal remote experience. “The professors actually seemed more prepared for teaching remotely than I thought they would be,” Sucharski mused recently. “The classes were great, and I didn’t really miss out on any content. Although I was sad that we didn’t get to meet our professors. I know I will come and talk...

Are you interested in studying theatre design technology? Join members of our theatre faculty to learn more about our programs and how you can study costume design, lighting design, scenic design, stage management, and theatre technology. Members of the School of Theatre and Dance's Design Technology and Production faculty will host a virtual open house via Zoom on Thursday, February 25, 2021 from 5:30–6:30 p.m. Those interested in attending are asked to register at the link below. RSVP to Attend Open House   For More Information, contact: Jakyung Seo Design Techno...

Kent State University students of the School of Media and Journalism (MDJ) are not afraid to use their platforms to document current issues of diversity at the university and beyond - and their work is gaining attention. By sharing personal stories of immigration, family history and the experiences of people of color at Kent State, MDJ student journalists have put a spotlight on some of the most important issues facing American society today. Valerie Royzman, B.S. ‘19, was recognized as this year’s winner of the Robert G. McGruder Student Award for Diversity. The winning essay, “I Spin B...

Each semester, the School of Theatre and Dance's Black Box Series presents a collection of student produced works. These productions are provide students with opportunities to direct, write, perform, stage manage, and design existing and original works in a laboratory environment. Due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the 2020-2021 Black Box Series is being presented virtually. On February 19 and 20, 2021, the Black Box Series will present a pre-recorded production of a musical cabaret, A New Home. Directed by School of Theatre and Dance student Lauren Elledge, A New...

Kent State University invites educators of students in grades 6-12 to apply by March 1 for its 2021 Landmarks of American History and Culture workshop, “Making Meaning of May 4: The 1970 Kent State Shootings in U.S. History,” which has been made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom. Co-directors Laura Davis, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of English and former founding director of the May 4 Visitors Center, and Todd Hawley, Ph.D., associate professor of social studies teacher education, were initially awarded funding by the Nat...

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State University College of Business Administration announces Grace Wakulchik MBA ’96, President and CEO of Akron Children’s Hospital, as the 2021 Spirit of Women in Business award winner. The 10th annual Spirit of Women in Business conference hosted by the Kent State College of Business Administration will take place virtually at 11 a.m. on Fridays throughout the month of March. Wakulchik will be honored during the March 19 event. “We look forward to honoring accomplished leader and Kent State MBA alumnus Grace Wakulchik at this year’s conference,”. said Deborah F...

In the course Community Health Nursing, Taryn Burhanna’s students are required to complete 60 clinical hours and eight laboratory simulation hours. Burhanna, MSN, APRN, NP-C, community health nursing coordinator, wanted to ensure students in this course could get their hours and gain real-life experience by tapping into coronavirus relief efforts on campus. As part of its strategy to stop the spread of COVID-19, Kent State University partnered with the Kent community to host the Ohio Pandemic Testing Team on the Kent Campus. Medical personnel from the Ohio National Guard administered free COV...