Staying up late and braving the chilly overnight temperatures, Michael Gershe, senior advisor II in Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering took photos of the "Blood Moon" lunar eclipse that occurred from about 1 a.m. - 3:30 a.m. on March 14. These images were captured at the Kent State University Airport. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves into the Earth's shadow, causing the Moon to be darkened. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon's near side entirely passes into the Earth's umbral shadow. Unlike a total solar eclipse, which can only be viewe...
A message from Environmental Health and Safety: Why injury reporting matters
Workplace injuries can happen anywhere—offices, laboratories, kitchens, shops, residence halls, and outdoor areas. While many injuries are minor, prompt and accurate injury reporting is critical to protecting employees, improving workplace safety, and ensuring access to appropriate care and benefits.
Kent State remembers May 4, 1970
Honoring and remembering the events of May 4, 1970, and educating others about the tragic day at Kent State University remain an ongoing commitment by the university. On that day, the Ohio National Guard opened fire on Kent State students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students and wounding nine others. This year’s May 4 Commemoration, to be held May 1-4, 2026, will include special remembrances of John Cleary, one of the nine wounded students, who died Oct. 25, 2025, and Jerry M.
Save the Date: Juneteenth Jubilee
Join us Thursday, June 18 on the Kent Campus, Risman Plaza for the annual Juneteenth Jubilee! Enjoy live performances, music, great food, local vendors and more. This event is free and open to the public. Stay updated on performances and vendors at www.kent.edu/juneteenth.
Kent State's Day of Giving is TODAY!
Today, you can be a hero by supporting scholarships and the Kent State causes that matter to you. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on April 14, matching funds* will help double your impact! As a bonus, when you make a gift of $50 or more, you’ll receive an exclusive, “flashy” pair of Kent State socks (limit one pair per donor while supplies last)! Don’t want to wait? Give early and claim your socks today! *Donations matched up to $250 per donor until matching funds are exhausted.
Listen Like You Mean It: Active Listening in Action
On June 10, join the Faculty and Staff Ombuds for Listen Like You Mean It, a lively, hands-on session where we’ll explore more deeply the skills introduced in the Foundations of Communications workshop. What does it mean to listen with intention from body language and tone of voice (paraverbals), to the power of paraphrasing and summarizing. Through interactive practice and real-world scenarios, you’ll learn how to tune in, respond thoughtfully, and build trust and connections.
Volunteers needed for Fall 2026 Move-In
Fall Move-in, or “Movers and Groovers,” will take place Aug. 19-20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each year it takes a large number of volunteers to make this event a success, and that’s where we need your help! Volunteer duties include greeting students, helping them move into their dorms, and guiding visitors/answering questions.