University Libraries
![Turkey vulture atop a section of the University Library Turkey vulture atop a section of the University Library](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/20240620_062542.jpg?VersionId=OneJIu1aD_m0Uy1jrsAoNj6kCi5_t5.w&itok=2UzI0ZqZ)
A Kent State staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library.
![Alison Caplan in Washington DC Alison Caplan in Washington DC](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/Unknown-2_5.jpeg?VersionId=AiWVl5_mBCAEr5YrmzStcFQeVOtZT7vk&itok=qJZVaFYz)
In her first year as the director of the May 4 Visitor Center, Alison Caplan has enjoyed uniquely wonderful and "magical" experiences in how Kent State's history creates connections and inspiration.
![Her Pink Library Her Pink Library](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/Screenshot%202024-04-18%20at%201.29.27%E2%80%AFPM.png?VersionId=TCp33z6AGJSF_PQ5nKn8kqnsU2F2WHRl&itok=y8dcFnGj)
While celebrating their 10th anniversary on campus with Her Week and a schedule of events, student organization Her Campus Kent State lit the University Library in pink from April 9-13.
![Chris Post, Ph.D., professor of geography at Kent State University at Stark, will serve as the 2024 speaker for the Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series, a part of the university's annual May 4 Commemoration events. Chris Post, Ph.D., professor of geography at Kent State University at Stark, will serve as the 2024 speaker for the Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series, a part of the university's annual May 4 Commemoration events.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/Chris%20post%20-%20web.jpg?VersionId=f3Jz4t6GB2QVNpqxDQAgnd84E4IgXwdr&itok=3QksJ2np)
The lecture series created in 2022 to honor the legacy of Kent State University Professor Emeritus of Sociology Jerry M. Lewis, Ph.D., will feature Professor of Geography Chris Post, Ph.D., presenting “Developing and Interpreting the Wounded Student Markers at Kent State” as this year’s selected speaker. The Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series and Luncheon will be held on May 3.
![Her Week Graphic Her Week Graphic](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/Screenshot%202024-04-09%20at%204.39.40%E2%80%AFPM.png?VersionId=R6ftU1pTW41RvLDpeZIIFBBKihsTR_IS&itok=3-0Oftds)
Celebrating 10 years as a student organization, Her Campus Kent State presents a full week of career-focused events with panels, speakers and a runway fashion show.
![LaunchNET's February Pitch and Ponder event. LaunchNET's February Pitch and Ponder event.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/20241502_KW_Pitch%26amp%3BPonder%20event_DiHub-5.jpg?VersionId=cY9T40v24OmgXVRP0A7WqkfJPxXWhZph&itok=X70FvHr9)
LaunchNET Kent State hosts special events for student entrepreneurs to network, practice business pitches and share ideas with their peers.
![Costumed students at the 2023 University Libraries Halloween Party Costumed students at the 2023 University Libraries Halloween Party](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/53298037721_6d3d9a1d1a_c.jpg?VersionId=r1TFlfi9omSamQ.bhdOcm4dcUBIMuXD_&itok=PjvNnx7X)
The Kent State University Libraries' annual Halloween party is one of the most anticipated on-campus events of the year.
![Students coloring for calmness in the SAS offices Students coloring for calmness in the SAS offices](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/20231024_BC_October%20Feature_604-Enhanced-NR.jpg?VersionId=A_0laXOqDShp1IF2qKY8PeKZxM7uF3lo&itok=lZ13z-Fl)
"Coloring for Calmness" is one of several "de-stress" events hosted by Student Accessiblity Services (SAS).
![Paws for a Cause Puppy Meet-Up at SAS Offices Paws for a Cause Puppy Meet-Up at SAS Offices](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/20231024_121911.jpg?VersionId=GWwP.HbDDUU4x7cZC1r8K02UuxdLRCi_&itok=uZRv_S10)
Service dogs and their trainers were the stars of a de-stressing event at the University Library.
![Virginia "Ginnie" Dressler, digital projects librarian, shows a photo of her grandfather, mathematics professor Byron Dressler from 1970. Virginia "Ginnie" Dressler, digital projects librarian, shows a photo of her grandfather, mathematics professor Byron Dressler from 1970.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/Ginnie%20Dressler%202.jpg?VersionId=QcRXieWqmYVoQHDncCXNTeMPKiO1XOaM&itok=_7LDcS2t)
Three generations of the Dressler family have worked for Kent State University spanning 75 years.