Each year I receive mountains of solicitations from well-meaning organizations doing wonderful work around the world. Often it is difficult to know who, and what, can benefit from even the smallest donation. Do I help my local animal shelter or radio station? Do I contribute to solving climate change? Do I help the disadvantaged achieve an education? The list is long, but the need is great. I am a firm believer that since I, as a first-generation student, personally benefitted from donor-sponsored education, that I now should contribute to that same goal. As an undergraduate student, I was ...
An important member of Kent State University’s academic and social legacy joined the ancestors last winter. However, his contributions, and impact on students, university policy, and even the national recognition of African American achievement will never be forgotten. Dr. Edward W. Crosby, B.A. ’57, M.A. ’59, and Professor Emeritus, was the founding chair of the Department of Pan African Studies at Kent State University and known as the “Father of Black History Month.” In many ways, he was also the conscience of the university at a time when African American students challenged the status ...
If an optometrist determines your eyesight is sub-par, you are prescribed corrective lenses or glasses. If your blood pressure is running high, a physician would ask you to consider dietary restrictions, medication and/or regular exercise. When it comes to our physical health, regular upkeep and preventative measures are not only expected, but encouraged within our society. However, mental health disorders have yet to be looked upon with the same grace and understanding. Kristen Marcussen, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Sociology, was recently awarded funding from the ...
The College of Communication and Information and School of Communication Studies congratulates two faculty members who are finalists for some of Kent State’s highest teaching honors: Professor Jeffrey Child (Communication Studies) was nominated for the Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA), Kent State’s highest teaching honor. The Award is sponsored by the Alumni Association and honors full-time faculty members who demonstrate extraordinary teaching in the classroom. Associate Lecturer Aaron Bacue (Communication Studies) is a winner of the Outstanding Teaching Award for 2021. The Uni...
The traditional season of giving is fast approaching, but a valuable partnership between Kent State and the United Way is already underway. There is no denying that the past 20 months have been unlike anything we have seen before, with COVID-19 and the Delta variant posing unprecedented threats to people everywhere. Closer to home, spikes for services in our community have reached a breaking point, and the needs for food, shelter, individual and family services have increased 10-fold. As the largest employer in Portage County, Kent State is asking everyone to reflect on the community's n...
Each November, during Kent State University’s I AM FIRST celebration, members of the Kent State University community will be recognized and receive an I AM FIRST award. Awards categories include First Gen Alumni (Undergraduate & Graduate), First Gen Advocates (Faculty & Staff), and First Gen Students (Undergraduate & Graduate). Learn more. ...
ASHTABULA DEAN RECEIVES HIGHEST ALUMNI HONOR FROM CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING Kent State University at Ashtabula Dean and Chief Administrative Officer Susan J. Stocker, Ph.D., has been named the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award winner at Case Western Reserve University’s Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing. Stocker will receive the award at the school’s annual alumni celebration Friday, Oct. 22. “Receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award from Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing will be remembered as one of the highlights of my career,” said Stocker, w...
Week six winners of the Kent State University employee vaccination drawing have been announced. Congratulations to the new winners! Gregory A. Smith $100 Associate Professor Shannon L. Helfinstine $100 Assoc Dir, Assessment Lisa R. O'Connell $100 Univ Events & Ceremonies Dir Carol A. Dutton $100 Group Exercise Instructor-INR Kara L. Robinson $100 Assoc Dean, Univ Libraries Christina R. Tartabini $100 Faculty Part-Time Semester Mary S. Himmelstein $100 ...
Travel is a communicative experience. When we leave our homes — whether we are dining in a new neighborhood or traveling across the globe — the way we communicate with local residents and the way we share our experiences through social media, podcasts and other storytelling methods, matters. In Spring ’22, the new course “Travel and Transmedia Storytelling,” offered within the School of Communication Studies, will guide students in developing ethical, technological and intercultural competencies as travelers and travel storytellers. Assistant Professors Téwodros Workneh, Ph.D.,...
Week 6 Vaccination Winners Week six winners of the Kent State University employee vaccination drawing have been announced. Congratulations to the lucky winners! Gregory A. Smith $100 Associate Professor Shannon L. Helfinstine $100 Assoc Dir, Assessment Lisa R. O'Connell $100 Univ Events & Ceremonies Dir Carol A. Dutton $100 Group Exercise Instructor-INR Kara L. Robinson $100 Assoc Dean, Univ Libraries Christina R. Tartabini $100 Faculty Part-Time Semester ...