Research shows that college students who feel a sense of belonging within their program of study and university community are more likely to seek out support when needed. This is particularly effective for first-gen students, international students and those students who have been historically minoritized within higher education. While research has shown the effectiveness of creating a sense of belonging for undergraduate students, the graduate student experience is different, according to three Kent State administrators who have authored an article on the topic for Inside Higher Educatio...
The Kent State University women’s basketball team will play in the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2002. Champions do so much on their own, just look at the stats. But this championship team is supported by its members, its coaches and the Kent State community.Kent State Today stopped by the end of practice and witnessed the camaraderie among the women firsthand. The team was focused on preparing to take on the No. 2-seeded Notre Dame on the national stage. Dionna Gray, a sophomore public health major, shared what it’s like to break the 22-year streak. “It feels amaz...
All current Biotechnology students should meet regularly with the Biotechnology Program Director to get advice on the career and on the program requirements that must be met. The Program Director serves as the major advisor. In addition, students will meet with a regular academic advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences.
McKenzie Morgan, ’22, appreciates the opportunities Kent State provided her that included completing her academic journey with the university’s education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. “Studying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight,” Morgan said. “My friends and I were the only people graduating in Florence, and the professors treated us so well. It was really special. Really truly so special.”Much of her time as a Kent State student was spent learning remotely during the pandemic. Morgan began a fashion blog in high school, writing about trends and other aspects of the fashio...
Welcome to Flash Friday! In this series, we introduce you to fascinating student Flashes from all walks of life.This Friday, meet senior marketing major and Kent State University Student Body President, Juliana Buonaiuto. Originally from Long Island, New York, Buonaiuto came to Kent State to study marketing because of her love for the industry. “I love the business world, but I have a very creative side that marketing allows me to explore,” Buonaiuto said. Before being student body president for the Undergraduate Student Government, she was the director of communication and m...
Kent State University's Reinberger Children's Library Center is proud to announce the new members of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction Selection Committee. The committee is responsible for choosing the best historical fiction books for young readers each year. We are excited to welcome the new members and look forward to seeing the winner they choose for this year's award. 2025 O'Dell Committee ChairUma Nori, Head of Youth Services at the Thomas Ford Memorial Library, Western Springs, IL.Uma Nori was unanimously chosen as the Chair of the committee for her exceptional work on ...
