Internships provide students with real-world experience. In her role as Kent State University at Stark’s assistant director for employer relations and internships, Shaanette Fowler works with employers to identify internships, as well as part-time and full-time jobs for students. Fowler, the campus’ 2018 Staff Excellence Award winner, says she takes pride in discovering new opportunities. “It is extremely important for students to have the chance to garner real-world experience with the safety net and support of the university behind them,” said Fowler. “An internship or part-time job c...
Ready for adventure. Looking out over the Grand Canyon into the vast, wide-open space, Demi Edwards felt at peace. The gorge that could humble any soul with its breathtaking expanse, wrapped her in comfort, making big problems seem small and solutions within reach. During a time of transition for her family, Edwards visited the national park. The 18-year-old found herself facing huge decisions. Growing up in a military family, she was used to relocating. She was born in Hawaii, but a move from Wisconsin to Canton just before her senior year in high school took some adjusting. “I knew it wa...
First female NFL referee to kick off the 2018-19 Featured Speakers Series. Sarah Thomas changed the game in the world’s most quintessential male-dominated sport — football — when she became the first female NFL referee. Now, she’s inspiring others to dream big and believe anything is possible. Thomas kicks off the 2018-19 Featured Speakers Series on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Now in its 28th year, the event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required and limited to two per person. Tickets for Thomas’ presentation are available beginning at 7:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 10, at the ...
In observance of Labor Day, Kent State University will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, and will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Have a safe and happy holiday!
Big city dreams. Growing up Mennonite at his family’s Sugarcreek-area farm, Kent Weaver considered Canton a big city. Now this self-described country boy is headed to the state capital. A graduate of Kent State University at Stark, Weaver said the campus served as a conduit, channeling his sense of purpose that began when he was a child. Caring for the animals on his parents’ farm, he first harnessed his calling. Kentlyn M. Weaver, doctor of veterinary medicine. Now, he’s making that dream come true. This fall, Weaver will attend The Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, o...
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank among volunteer opportunities for freshmen. Evangeline Agum knows the face of hunger. In her home county of Uganda, Agum said “people need food the most” yet help is scarce. That’s why the 18-year-old didn’t hesitate when afforded the opportunity to volunteer at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank as part of First Year Experience (FYE). Agum was one of 13 incoming Kent State University at Stark freshmen who participated in the fifth FYE Summer Service Project. Over the summer, students served the community at Stark Parks, The Campus Kitchens Project at ...
The world is her stage. Deborah Belintani Rosa plopped down in front of the Pantheon and started to draw. The former Roman temple served as a backdrop for Rosa’s sketch as she documented the moment over spring break. It was her first visit to Rome and the opportunity came thanks to Dr. Marie Gasper-Hulvat’s class abroad to study Baroque art. Growing up in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Rosa always dreamed of traveling to Italy’s capital. Now, she was there, capturing the ancient city through her contemporary lens. A theater production major at Kent State University at Stark, Rosa’s studies bro...
Auditions open to students and community members. The Kent State University at Stark Theatre has announced open auditions for its first theatrical production of the 2018-19 season, Unnecessary Farce, a comedy by playwright Paul Slade Smith. Directed by Kent State Stark Theatre Director Jim Weaver, Unnecessary Farce is a play about an embezzling mayor who is supposed to meet with his female accountant in a cheap motel room. Two undercover police officers are in the room next door. Still, confusion abounds as to who is in which room, who has taken the money and who has hired a hit man.&nbs...
The community is invited to attend Kent State University at Stark’s 2018-19 Featured Speakers Series showcasing a diverse lineup of notables, among them an Academy Award winning actress, best-selling author and a civil rights leader who spearheaded the charge for equal rights and liberties for all Americans over the course of four presidential administrations. Sarah Thomas, the first female NFL referee, kicks off the series in October, followed by Academy Award winning actress Mira Sorvino. In 2019, the series brings to Stark County civil rights activist Mary Frances Berry and best-selling au...
Award-winning ensemble comprised of students, faculty and community. The public is invited to audition for the Kent State University at Stark Concert Band. The concert band is an award-winning ensemble comprised of faculty, students and community members. Auditions will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 20, Aug. 22 and Aug. 27 in the rehearsal hall, room 114, in the newly expanded and renovated Fine Arts Building on the Stark Campus, 6000 Frank Ave. NW. To schedule an audition, please email Concert Band Director Thomas Holliday at thollid3@kent.edu. The Kent State Stark Concert Band wa...
