In observance of Veterans Day, Kent State University will be closed Nov. 11 and will reopen Nov. 12. The University Library will be open until 10 p.m. with limited services. The Student Recreation and Wellness Center will have adjusted hours – 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Have a safe and happy holiday! ...
Kent State University will hold its annual Veterans Day observance on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. on the Student Green at Risman Plaza. The outdoor program, Honoring All Who Serve, will include a flag-raising ceremony conducted by a joint color guard from the university’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs, remarks from Kent State President Beverly Warren and guest speakers. Retired Petty Officer 1st Class Mark Gainer, who currently serves as president of the Kent State Veterans Club, will be the guest speaker. All are invited to come and pay tribute to America’s veterans. A special invi...
We all know that we are supposed to exercise to reduce the risk of heart disease. But let’s face it, sometimes the only workout we get is walking from our office to the breakroom, and to the parking lot to drive home. So how then do we get the most out of those short walks? Kent State University researchers suggest putting the cellphone away – it could help you pick up the pace. Jacob Barkley, Ph.D., and Andrew Lepp, Ph.D., from Kent State University’s College of Education, Health and Human Services anonymously observed and timed more than 1,000 pedestrians walking alone across a 50-meter str...
Learning on your time and terms. Known for it's quality academics relevant to our changing community, the Regional Academic Center in Twinsburg offers associate and bachelor degrees in one of the fastest growing regions in the state. Our majors range from business and middle childhood education to nursing. Class hours are flexibly scheduled to accommodate work and family life obligations -so you can pursue your degree on your time and terms. That way, it's easy to go above, beyond, and higher than you ever imagined. ...
Kent State University will be celebrating the 17th annual International Education Week November 14 - 18. In past years, the week-long celebration has featured numerous internationally-oriented events, including concerts, dance lessons, academic lectures, presentations and exhibitions hosted by student groups, academic departments and campus offices, as well as individual faculty members. International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education. The week was created in 2000 and is now celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide. The objective...
Kent State University at Salem horticulture students recently helped Associate Professor Chris Carlson take the first step toward creating a series of themed gardens on the grounds of the Salem Campus by designing a butterfly garden. The students conducted soil testing and site assessments prior to designing and planting the new garden, using specially selected plants that will flower and attract butterflies. All of the butterfly plants were donated by Bill Hendricks and Klyn Nurseries, an educationally supportive wholesale grower located in Perry, Ohio. “This project is just the ...
Purpose. The university is committed to the belief that students have a right to organize and participate in groups whose purposes center on the interests and goals of the individuals involved. Experiences in the areas of interpersonal relationships and decision-making related to the operations of the organizations can be vital learning tools and as such are to be encouraged. In order to implement this commitment, the university encourages students to form student organizations in accord with administrative policies and procedures established for this purpose.
