Nationally acclaimed author and journalist Wil Haygood will speak at Kent State on Thursday, Nov. 12, presenting The Vietnam War and the American Military: Patriotism, Service, and the American Experience. The evening will begin with a 4 p.m. book signing for "The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home" at the University Bookstore, followed by the program at 6 p.m. in the Kiva Auditorium (doors open at 5:30 p.m.).

It’s that time of year again! From Nov. 1 through Giving Tuesday (Dec. 1), your gift goes further with matching incentives for more than 50 featured funds. Together, we create possibilities, strengthen communities and change lives.

Sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement from a trusted faculty or staff member to inspire a student to step into a leadership role. Applications are now open for the Graduate Student Trustee, so please consider sharing this opportunity with students who will be attending Kent State for graduate school or are in the first year of a three-year graduate program. Your recommendation could help a student see their potential to represent their peers and make a difference at Kent State.

Whether you’re first-gen yourself or a proud advocate, come celebrate the people and experiences that make our first-gen community so special. Join the Division of Student Life for the annual FIRST-GEN FUEL UP and show Kent State’s first-generation students that they have a community cheering them on every step of the way. 

Staff Council supports the interest of all classified and unclassified staff across all campuses. Members advocate on a variety of issues, while serving in an advisory role to the President of the university and the President’s Cabinet. Ready to make a difference? Applications will be open Oct. 1 through Nov. 15. Check out the Staff Council website to learn more and apply today!

Looking for an easier way to navigate the Strategic Hiring process? Our Strategic Hiring website has been refreshed to make it easier to find the information and resources you need. The site remains your go-to resource for Strategic Hiring Committee meeting dates and workflow submission deadlines. And there’s something new! We’ve added a comprehensive approval guide designed to take some of the guesswork out of the process. The guide can help you determine when Presidential Approval, Strategic Hiring Approval, or both are needed based on your specific hiring situation. Questions?