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Terrie Harris rejoices in receiving her bachelor's degree after studying off and on for 27 years.

‘A Promise Kept’

When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to Kent State University’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December. 

Tags: Student Life, Community & Society, Students First, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

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Kent State is graduating students prepared for the most in-demand jobs of 2024.

Job Market Bright for Kent State Graduates

The newly released list of “100 Best Jobs for 2024” by U.S. News and World Report illustrates how Kent State University has the majors that are preparing graduates to lead in tomorrow's workforce.

Tags: Community & Society, Student Life University News, Kent State Works, Students First, Community Impact, College of Nursing, Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship

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President McGilvrey at his desk.

Happy Birthday, President McGilvrey!

Kent State's founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel Kent State University forward today. 

Tags: University News, Nationally Distinctive, Students First, Office of Continuing and Distance Education, Regional Campuses, Study Abroad, Student Life, Greek Life

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Recognizing Excellence in Cybersecurity

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

Meeting the Mummies

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

Tags: College of Nursing, Kent State University at Geauga, Healthcare, Research & Science, Division of Research and Sponsored Programs, Students First

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Be Cyber Safe: Cybersecurity Courses for 2024

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.

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

Buy Flash-Made 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.

Tags: Students First, School of Art, Center for the Visual Arts, College of the Arts, University News, holidays, Arts & Culture

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

Kent State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies

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.

Tags: University News, Students First, Commencement, Fall Commencement, alumni-news

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

IN A FLASH: Secrets of the Statehouse

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

Tags: Students First, Columbus Program in Intergovernmental Issues, Community Impact, Community & Society

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Kent State Board of Trustees Approves New Cybercriminology Major

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.

Tags: University News, Students First, Organizational Sustainability, Board of Trustees

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