University Libraries Provides Access to Kent State May 4 Shootings Audio Archive

More than 100 reel-to-reel audio recordings pertaining to the May 4, 1970, Kent State University shootings and their aftermath are now accessible through the Kent State University Special Collections and Archives’ digital repository. Some of the recently digitized items include previously inaccessible audio recordings of radio call-in forums, a speech by Kent State President Robert I. White the day after the shootings, a press conference with six students who met with President Richard M. Nixon just days after the shootings, the Scranton Commission hearings and a speech made by Dick Gregory at...

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Administrative policy regarding unmanned aircraft systems

  1. Purpose. This policy serves to promote the safety, security, and privacy of the Kent state university community by regulating the use of unmanned aircraft systems, commonly known as drones, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including federal aviation administration (FAA) regulations. It applies to all university employees, students, contractors, and third-party entities operating on or above university-owned or leased property. 
  2. Definitions. 
    1. Unmanned aircraft (UA).
Policy Effective Date:
May 23, 2026

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Administrative policy regarding engagement with governmental officials and entities

  1. Policy statement. As a state university, it is imperative that the university embrace a coordinated and consistent approach to its official dealings with all federal, state, and local government offices, boards and agencies as provided for in rule. Under the direction of the president, the office of government and community relations shall be responsible for the administration of this rule.
  2. Implementation.
    1. Campus visits by officials, staff, candidates, and surrogates.
Policy Effective Date:
May 23, 2026
Kent State University at Trumbull Welcomes New Students at Trumbull Career and Technical Center’s First College Signing Day

There were no footballs or basketballs. However, lights were bright and cameras were rolling as local high school seniors committed their future plans at Trumbull Career and Technical Center’s first “College Signing Day” on Tuesday morning, April 26. “It’s an opportunity to highlight students who are planning for the future, whether its college, employment or military service,” said Jason Gray, Superintendent, Trumbull Career and Technical Center. “It’s important to take time to recognize their accomplishments.”  Dr. Lance Grahn, dean and chief administrative officer for Kent State Univ...

From Half Way Around the World, Student Pursues Ph.D. at Kent State

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Community Celebrates 50 years of Kent State University at Trumbull’s Theatre

On the evening of Saturday, April 23, more than 150 supporters came together to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Kent State Trumbull Theatre. Special guests included many current and former professors, players and patrons as well as Dr. Alfreda Brown, Kent State University’s vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion, Rep. Michael O'Brien, and Warren Mayor Doug Franklin. "Tonight, we celebrate the golden anniversary of university and community theatre. This tremendous milestone serves as a launching pad for even greater vitality in our theatre program and as a symbol of our commitm...

KSU International Student Advises U.N. as a Youth Delegate

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Dean Tudor Recognized as 2016 Twenty Year Inductee

Dean Tudor Inducted at annual dinner

Congratulations Dean Jarrod Tudor for twenty years of service to Kent State University. The 2016 Twenty Year Club Service Award Program will be held on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. The Twenty Year Club Service Awards Program is an annual event established in 1966 to honor classified and unclassified employees who have dedicated 20 years of continuous service to Kent State University. Each year friends, family and co-workers join in honoring inductees at an awards dinner. Upon reaching their 20 year milestone, employees may select from a chair for their home or office, or a bench or t...

Geauga Students Breaking Boundaries

Breanna Pennypacker wins Perryman Freshman Writing Award

  Kent State Geauga student Breanna Pennypacker earned third place in the Perryman Freshman Writing Awards among student submissions from all seven regional campuses. Breanna received her award from English Chair Robert Trogdon at the department's Twenth-Fourth Annual Student Award Ceremony on the Kent Campus. She wrote her winning essay, "Change," in Professor Bonnie Shaker’s College Writing I course. Composition courses at Kent State University at Geauga use textbooks co-authored by English Professor John Metz and adopted as standard curriculum by English Professors Mahli Mechenbier,...

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