Nearly half (44 percent) of the nurses in Northeast Ohio are graduates of the Kent State University College of Nursing. As a regional campus, Kent State University Geauga Campus has become an expanding nursing workforce pipeline for many healthcare organizations throughout the region. Even before they earn their degrees, Kent State Geauga students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program are being hired as nursing interns throughout the University Hospitals healthcare network. Jason Pirtz, MBA, BSN, RN, is the Chief Nursing Officer at University Hospitals (UH) Geauga Medical Cent...
Stark Campus Security Officer Recognized for Life-saving Actions Randal Riffle, Kent State University at Stark security officer, has been recognized twice for performing a life-saving procedure that he learned during professional development training. Earlier this year, Riffle found himself in an emergency situation that required him to act immediately. This involved performing the CAT tourniquet, a life-saving procedure that he had just learned in “Stop the Bleed” training, led by Mercy Trauma Center staff. “Randy was educated on what to do and applied what he learned,” said Dean De...
In recognition of their outstanding performance and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Katie Mattise, Assistant Director for the LGBTQ+ Center, has been named the Vice President's Shining Star recipient for academic year 2018-19. Congratulations Katie! Learn more about Katie Mattise ...
The National Science Foundation has awarded a three-year, $914,000 grant to Kent State University to lead a collaborative research project to study how and at what rate the geographically most widespread native conifer in the eastern United States, the Eastern Red Cedar tree species (Juniperus virginiana), spreads across the landscape. Originating in the Eastern U.S., the species has dispersed as far as the 100th meridian and into the Great Plains states, including Nebraska and South Dakota. “The Eastern Red Cedar has negative impacts on species diversity of co-occurring native plants and so...
Remember cybersecurity should not be limited to just the home or office. It is very important to practice safe online behavior when preparing for your vacation. So, who’s ready for a summer vacation? As everyone knows, no matter where you’re headed, having fun and relaxing is the goal. If you’re going to be traveling abroad, there’ll be plenty to think about in preparation – including what clothes you’re going to take and exciting places you’re going to visit. Individuals face a variety of threats when traveling and best practices should start long before boarding the plane. For instance, d...
Think about liquid crystals and a flat screen television may be the first item that comes to mind. Yet the future of liquid crystal science will see it pairing more strongly with biology than displays, predicts the new head of Kent State University’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute. Torsten Hegmann, Ph.D., was named the new director of the institute, effective July 1, having been selected for his research accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for social impact. Hegmann has been an associate director of the institute since 2018 and a faculty member and re...