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cursor moves to the word security on a computer screen

The internet continues to grow and enhance personal, social and business life for millions of people. But there are security issues with so much data moving around the digital space. Javed Khan, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Computer Science at Kent State University, shares the importance of cybersecurity in the evolving technological plane.  

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Students visiting Mummies of the World

An instructor from Kent State at Geauga gave her students a unqiue opportunity to study the anatomy of mummies.

Cybersecurity at Kent State Stark

Cybersecurity precautions can save you and your information from malware and other cyberattacks. Start your 2024 off right by becoming confident in your cybersecurity with the Division of Information Technology's new "Elevate Your Cyber IQ" modules to learn about viruses and malware, mobile device security, travel and more.

Student-made blown glass items at the School of Art Holiday Sale

The School of Art Holiday Sale is Dec. 7 and 8 in the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery.

A new Kent State graduate smiles as she holds her diploma during her commencement ceremony.

The Kent State University alumni family grew by more than 2,300 new graduates as the university held its fall commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized with in-person commencement ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 15-16.

A private tour of the Ohio Statehouse shows Kent State students some of the building's secrets

Kent State student interns received a private tour of Ohio's Capitol Building. 

Cybersecurity Image by Pete Linforth from Pixabay

The Kent State University Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a new cybercriminology major within the Bachelor of Science degree at the Board’s regular quarterly meeting held Dec. 6. The new cybercriminology major will be offered fully online, in addition to a mostly online delivery at all Kent State campuses.

Kent State student Miles Listerman takes part in traditional dance in Kigali, Rwanda.

Senior business major says education-abroad trip to Kigali, Rwanda, provided a new view on seeing the humanity in others.

A beautiful view of the Ohio State Capitol Building

Students participating in Kent State's Columbus Program in State Issues received a private tour of the Ohio Statehouse. 

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Kent State students meet with Ohio House Representative Gail K. Pavliga in Columbus

Immersive internship program puts Kent State students to work inside the Ohio Statehouse.