University News
Art Meets Empathy: Interdisciplinary Generative AI Exhibition
Kent State researchers partnered with Ursuline College and Ashland University’s Coburn Art Gallery to host a groundbreaking exhibition titled “Transcending Barriers Beyond Time: Visual Reminiscence of Older Adults with Chronic Illnesses Facilitated by Generative AI.”
‘The Strength of Kent State Is Our Community’
Attending university athletics and arts events as a way to come together during challenging times was among the many topics Kent State University President Todd Diacon discussed Oct. 23 during his monthly Talking With Todd town hall-style Teams meeting with the campus community.
From Classroom to Podcast: Kent State's Lisa Davis Launches Nursing Notes in a Flash
When Lisa Davis, MSN, RN, a seasoned nurse and Kent State University College of Nursing lecturer, woke up in the middle of the night with the perfect name for a podcast, she didn't hesitate—she texted it to her husband at 3:30 a.m. and went right back to sleep. That spark of inspiration became…
Kent State Honors 10 Alumni Award Recipients During Homecoming Weekend
Kent State University recognizes alumni who are making a difference with its Alumni Awards. Sponsored by the Kent State University Alumni Association, these awards are the university’s most prestigious alumni honors.
Buzzing With Excitement on Pollinator Day
Launching seed balls, learning about plants and insects, engaging with interactive games and coloring were just some of the events that the Kent State University Child Development Center’s preschool and kindergarten classes participated in for Pollinator Day on Sept. 5.
Designing for the User: New Degree Is at the Heart of Growing Tech Field
A bachelor’s degree in user experience design is the newest offering in Kent State University’s College of Communication and Information, aimed at training graduates for one of the fastest-growing career fields.
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Gives Students a Platform to Present Their Research
Students who won first - and second-place for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) were announced on Oct. 25 at a ceremony at the Kiva auditorium.
Renewed Focus on Adult and Parenting Student Engagement
Kent State University’s Center for Adult and Veteran Services enhances the experiences of adult, military-connected, and parenting students both in and out of the classroom. This June, Cassandra Pegg-Kirby became the associate director of adult and parenting student engagement for the center, leading to a renewed effort of support.
Meet the Kent State Class of 2029
This fall, 4,023 first-year students joined the Kent Campus, marking the fourth time in five years that an incoming class has surpassed 4,000. The Class of 2029 brings a vibrant mix of experiences, perspectives and aspirations, poised to shape the future of the university and beyond.
Kent State Celebrates Homecoming
Kent State University held its annual Homecoming celebration Saturday, drawing alumni, students and community members to campus for a day of festivities centered around this year's "Flash's Birthday Bash" theme.
