Kent State University at Tuscarawas recognized outstanding students, faculty and community members during the Spring Awards Ceremony on Fri., April 26, at the Performing Arts Center. Michael Dunbar, adjunct geography faculty, received the 2023-2024 Part-Time Distinguished Teaching Award for his excellence in teaching. The award recognizes Dunbar’s enthusiasm and commitment to his profession, his comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter and his ability to stimulate interest and understanding among students. Dunbar also received the award during the 2014-2015 academic year. The Disting...
The environment is something that many people take for granted. But it affects us all. Some recent Kent State University students spent the semester putting environmental issues front and center.Environmental studies students recently showed off their environmental research projects at the Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Showcase on April 22. The institute is “dedicated to research and investigations within natural, human, and built systems, as it develops innovative knowledge, products, and solutions to address local, regional, and global issues.”Participants of the showca...
Kent State University's Center for Student Involvement has more than 350 clubs and organizations for students. Dedicated to providing a great experience for all students, the center provides leadership development opportunities that foster student engagement. The center recently held a one-hour leadership seminar and workshop open to student organization leaders that helps each group maintain good relationships with its members and adds to Kent State’s mission of student success. During the seminar, student leadership consultants Amanda Vesely and Gianna Jessup spoke abou...
The Heather E. Adams Impact Award made a comeback in 2024 to recognize someone within the university community who made a difference for female and female-identifying individuals, not only regarding gender equity but also sexual and relationship violence support and response.The award was established in 2017 when Heather Adams retired from Kent State University after 30 years of service. It was created to honor her time, effort, and work.Jennifer O’Connell, director of the Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services (SRVSS), said Adams observed the needs of women and female-id...