Before Pinterest boards and TikTok DIYs, there was “Design on a Dime.” Now, 2019 Kent State University graduate Maddie Scalzi is bringing the 2000s HGTV show back to life, one DIY and thrifted find at a time.  {"preview_thumbnail":"/s3/files/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video_thumbnails/7hMP1RNnwNI.jpg?itok=KmmT1W59","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hMP1RNnwNI ","settings":{"responsive":true,"width":"854","height":"480","autoplay":false,"title_format":"@provider | @title","title_fallback":true,"loading":"lazy"},"settings_summary":["Embedded Video (Responsive)."]}...

To aid in your decision-making, the Employee Benefits team will hold Open Enrollment and Wellness Fairs at each campus. The Employee Benefits and Wellness team, as well as internal university partners, external benefits, retirement planning, financial wellness, and other service provider partners, will be available at each fair to answer questions and provide information. Biometric screenings and flu shots will also be available on those days.  2026 Open Enrollment and Wellness Fair DetailsDateCampusOpen Enrollment FairsEvent Location(s)Monday, Oct. 12, 2026Ashtabula Screening/Flu Sh...

 Nora Ineman a sophomore at Kent State University and a Choose Ohio First Scholar, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology is deeply personal. As an infant, Nora experienced a blood clot in her brain that affected her development, particularly her ability to swallow. During her recovery, a speech-language pathologist played an important role in helping her regain those abilities. Her experience inspired Nora to pursue the same career and one day provide that support to others. “I'm so incredibly grateful for the support I received from her,” Nora said. “It insp...

Are you curious about getting involved in undergraduate research? Do you want to hear from students who have already gained valuable experience in the lab?Join us for Exploring the Elements: Undergraduate Research in Chemistry, a free event open to all undergraduate students. You'll learn how to get started, discover the benefits of participating in research, and hear directly from faculty and graduate students who are eager to welcome undergraduates into their research groups.The program will also feature tours of laboratories currently accepting undergraduate students and an Honors College a...

Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) faculty and students are contributing new research to the growing understanding of diabetic foot ulcer healing and the factors that influence patient outcomes.A new article, “Exploring Socioeconomic and Clinical Predictors of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Healing: A Post-Hoc Analysis,” was published in the Global Wound Care Journal. The research was authored by Windy Cole, DPM; Nina Kovalyn; Jacob Wielgomas; Jacqueline Donovan; and Romeo Vences-Leonard, representing a collaborative effort between KSUCPM faculty and students to e...

 United States Senator Jon Husted visited Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) in September as part of a trip highlighting Cleveland's role as a leading hub for health care, education and medical innovation.During his visit to the KSUCPM Campus in Independence, Senator Husted toured the facilities and learned more about the College's role in preparing the next generation of health care professionals. He was guided by KSUCPM third- and second-year students, who shared their experiences and perspectives on podiatric medical education.The visit was part of a broader d...

For more than a century, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) has been shaped by the people who have walked its halls, built careers in the profession and carried the College's legacy forward.That legacy was on full display during the annual Alumni Reunion Weekend, as alumni, students, faculty, friends and supporters came together to reconnect, celebrate, and honor the generations of podiatric physicians who continue to define the College's history.Held as KSUCPM celebrates its 110th anniversary, this year's Alumni Reunion Weekend combined continuing education, social e...