Project proposal statements should be centered around a “How Might We?” question that tackles a complex/wicked challenge connecting multiple disciplinary contexts/partners and/or exploring new applications of emerging technologies.  Project proposals should describe the potential benefit to the DI Initiative, as well as to their own creative, research, teaching and/or other scholarly goals.

Priority will be given towards project proposals that help to build awareness and utilization of the resources in the Design Innovation ecosystem, especially involving:

Represent your peers in student government! Through Undergraduate Student Government (USG) you’ll develop leadership and communication skills while advocating for the student body and influencing university decisions.

In a sorority or fraternity, you’ll become a special part of the Kent State community – one that fits your interests and goals. You can take part in community service, philanthropy, leadership, academic success and much more.  Many students develop lifelong friendships through FSL!

Join or start a student organization! Search registered student organizations in KSU Engage or start your own! The Center for Student Involvement can walk you through the process and help turn your interest into action.  

In the SMC, we value growth of the individual student, cultural affirmation, empowerment of students, creating a sense of belonging and connecting communities that affirms appreciation for difference.

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Center is dedicated to providing the students, faculty and staff at Kent State University with education, training, support and resources that cater to the gender and sexual minority community and its allies.