George R. Newkome, Ph.D., and his wife, Mary Jane Saunders, Ph.D., have pledged $1 million to fund a first-ever professorship in materials science in Kent State University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Newkome is a two-time Kent State alumnus. “George and Mary Jane both have a passion and desire to advance scientific discovery,” said Kent State President Beverly J. Warren. “We are so pleased that they recognize and appreciate Kent State’s upward trajectory in advanced materials science and have chosen to support the recruitment and retention of talented faculty members.” Dr. Newkom...
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Matheus Priosti came a long way to find his purpose. Five thousand miles, in fact. The São Paulo, Brazil, native made the long journey from South America across the equator to arrive at Kent State University in August 2016, and he has never looked back. “Kent State has had a huge role on me finding my identity and passion,” says Mr. Priosti, a sophomore biology student concentrating in pre-medicine. “What has most helped me identify my passion is trying – trying every opportunity and learning from your mistakes. And I feel that Kent State University is excellent at this aspect.” ...
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When the national head of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) asks you to lunch, you don't turn him down. School of Communication Studies (COMM) junior Rachael Parks earned one of those coveted invitations following her stellar performance on a case study she completed on the ROTC program for an organizational communication course taught by COMM Assistant Professor Cristin Compton, Ph.D. Compton had each student select an organization s/he was involved with. In a four-part case study, students analyzed the organization using theories...
Kent State University at East Liverpool recognized the academic achievements of several students during its annual Wall of Fame and Honors Banquet, while also honoring three individuals for their contributions to campus. Kathrine Giffin received the Lifetime Achievement Award, based on her professional career, community service and support of Kent State East Liverpool. Giffin graduated as a physical therapy assistant from the East Liverpool Campus; returned as an instructor; worked as the clinical coordinator at the East Liverpool and Ashtabula campuses; and then became the PTA progra...