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Sept. 1, 2020
Link to Creative Convergence: Kent State's '70's-era School of Art reawakens as Design Innovation Hub and Dining Hall; Properties Magazine; September 2020
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Aug. 26, 2020
Most would agree that the main goal of science is to work toward better understanding by sorting out competing hypotheses to find the underlying theories. So, isn’t it ironic that the history of science is sometimes quite messy, for a…

Aug. 26, 2020
Most would agree that the main goal of science is to work toward better understanding by sorting out competing hypotheses to find the underlying theories. So, isn’t it ironic that the history of science is sometimes quite messy, for a…
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Aug. 26, 2020
As a part of KSU Kick-off, Community Engaged Learning is coordinating a Flashes Fight Hunger Contactless Food Drive.
Held, Wed., Aug. 26, from 4 - 8 p.m., at Hilltop Dr. (enter at intersection of Hilltop Dr. and S Lincoln St.),…

Aug. 17, 2020
When life gets busy and challenging, it's important to keep both the mind and body healthy with a balance of physical and restorative activity. In addition to staying physically active, the practice of meditation can improve well-being by…
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Aug. 4, 2020
Melanie Knowles is the manager of sustainability at Kent State University. In this role, she works with people all over campus to make cost-effective, better practices for the environment.
Learn more about Knowles as she answers these…

Aug. 3, 2020
Sonya Williams, M.A., interim executive director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, was awarded the “2020 Woman of Achievement” by the Women’s Network Leadership Institute (WNLI).
“As a woman in the workplace, for as long as I can…
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Aug. 3, 2020
To accommodate the shredding needs of Kent State University faculty and staff working remotely who may not have access to office shredding, a Weaver SecurShred truck will be available to accept university papers for shredding at the …
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WEBINAR: SMART SHOPPING AT YOUR LOCAL FARMER’S MARKET – JULY 9; HR Faculty Staff News; June 22, 2020
July 22, 2020
There are more than 8,700 farmers’ markets registered in USDA’s National Farmers Market Directory. Consequently, buying local has become an incredibly popular trend, and quite possibly, for good reason.
On Thurs., July 9, from noon…
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July 20, 2020
The Women of Color Collective (WoCC) was founded in 2018 as an initiative of the Kent State Women's Center to provide a supportive space for faculty and staff women of color at Kent State University. Through professional…