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IN A FLASH: Statehouse Shoutout

A Kent State student who received a Governor's Merit Scholarship was recognized during Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's March State of the State address. 

Tags: Tuscarawas Campus , Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship , Student Life , Community & Society , In a Flash

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"Teach Peace: The Life and Legacy of Jerry Lewis," is a new display at the May 4 Visitors Center.

Teach Peace: Living Legacy to Kent State Shootings Honored with May 4 Visitors Center Exhibit

Professor Emeritus of Sociology Jerry Lewis, Ph.D., who devoted his career to ensuring the legacy of May 4, 1970, would remain vibrant, is being honored with an exhibit at the May 4 Visitors Center.

Tags: May 4 Visitors Center , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , May 4

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Spring Safety Tips for Cars and Drivers

As winter ends, is important to take a moment and make sure that your car is ready for the new season. From routine maintenance to staying alert and safe, here are some car safety tips to keep you prepared throughout the spring semester.  

Tags: Community & Society , Student Life

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Cross-Campus Collaboration Crossroad

Driven by Kent State students, a collaborative research initiative guided by Aimee Ward, Ph.D., addresses growing concerns about mid-block crossings on East Main Street and demonstrates the urgent need for safety improvements.

Tags: Research & Science , Community & Society , Community Impact , Design at Kent State , Student Life

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Tracy Vollbrecht, Mira Birch, Saphire Murphy at Adaptive Fashion event

Night at the Museum: Conversation on Adaptive Fashion

Kent State alumna Tracy Vollbrecht discusses and showcases her adaptive fashion design installation in the Kent State University Museum, highlighting the museum’s commitment to student and community engagement in this distinctive program 

Tags: Community & Society , Community Impact

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Airport hangar missing its orange windsock.

IN A FLASH: Gone With the Wind!

High winds ahead of winter storms ripped away the windsock that was perched on top of the hangar at the Kent State University Airport.

Tags: Kent State University Airport , Nationally Distinctive , Community & Society , Spring Semester , College of Aeronautics and Engineering , In a Flash

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Navigating Seasonal Depression: Mental Health Resources to Help You Through

As the temperatures continue to hover around freezing, and the sun makes rare appearances, have you noticed yourself feeling unmotivated or having feelings of sadness? Have your friends and family mentioned that you do not seem like yourself? Fortunately, there are resources available at Kent State University to help you through this difficult time.  

Tags: Health , Community & Society , Student Life

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Accounting senior Anna Siesel will walk right into a job with a global accounting firm after she graduates from Kent State in May.

Kent State Supplies Growing U.S. Demand for Accountants and Auditors

Kent State accounting majors have excellent employment prospects. The projected growth rate for accountants is six percent from 2022-2033. 

Tags: University News , Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship , Nationally Distinctive , Honors College , Student Life , Community & Society

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View from inside Rocket Arena

IN A FLASH: Photo Field Trip

A photo team from Kent State's Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a Kent State alumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Tags: Kent State Works , University Communications and Marketing , Community & Society , Community Impact , Alumni , In a Flash

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The Social Code: Students Respond to Changing Social Media Landscape

The TikTok ban. Platforms removing fact-checkers. Political motivations. So much is changing so fast in the social media landscape. But is it business as usual for students using social media? Has anything changed? 

Tags: Community & Society , Community Impact , Student Life

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