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Alizee Potrel studies in Paris

Attracted by the flexibility to choose her classes and the reputation of Kent State's visual communication design program, Alizee Potrel embarked on a journey that would broaden her personal and professional horizons.

Michele Ewing talking

For PR professionals and educators alike, embracing moments of failure as opportunities for growth is a crucial mindset. 

A driver adjust the radio dial in his car.

Kent State University School of Media and Journalism Associate Professor Mitch McKenney explains why there is a critical need to maintain access to AM radio in cars.

Kent State student filmmaker Aileen Joven

Kent State connects with the Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) to create opportunities for students.

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Online dating graphic

Alumna's research focuses on thought processes behind online dating, sexting and relationships in the digital age.

Franklin Hall serves as home of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Kent State.

To meet technology needs of the world, Kent State is now accepting applications for its new graduate program in Emerging Media and Technology (EMAT), launching Fall 2022.

Emerging Media and Technology students honored at Hudson City Council meeting

A group of four students recently gained valuable professional experience and public acknowledgement for their class project developing a mobile progressive web application for Hudson Community TV (HCTV). The project was conducted in partnership with IdeaBase, and Director Kristin Dowling helped mentor the team while they were working with the client.  

School of Media and Journalism
2020-21 National Award Winners

Despite hurdles caused by the pandemic, Media and Journalism students produced award winning work in several national and regional contests this past year. Read on for a summary of what they accomplished