University News
Competing for the Crown: Three Kent State Students Participate in Miss Ohio Title Competition
Kent State students Caitlin Seifert, Emelia Sherin and Danielle Vivcharenko were three of 22 women who competed for the crown in the Miss Ohio 2019 Pageant.
From Honors Student to Tour Guide: Broadcast Journalism Senior Featured on WKYC’s Unzipped Series
Phillip Grant, Jr. grew up in Kent, Ohio, and attends Kent State University as a broadcast journalism major. Considering he has spent the majority of his life in the Tree City, Mr. Grant is the perfect tour guide for WKYC's Danielle Wiggins. Watch as Mr. Grant shows Ms. Wiggins all the town has to offer.
By the Book: Recommended Reading on May 4, 1970
Plenty has been written about May 4, 1970. Ken Burhanna, dean of Kent State University Libraries, offers his preferred reading list.
Governor Appoints Graduate Student Jasmine Hoff to Kent State Board of Trustees
Ms. Hoff is a registered nurse, who is currently pursuing a doctorate in Nursing Practice.
2019 President's Award of Distinction Recipients Announced
Kent State University President Beverly J. Warren recently presented seven Kent State staff members with the President’s Award of Distinction.
Melody Tankersley Appointed Kent State’s Interim Senior Vice President and Provost
Kent State University President-elect Todd Diacon today announced the appointment of Melody Tankersley, Ph.D., to the role of interim senior vice president and provost, effective July 1.
Preserving May 4 Was Special Work of Four Faculty Members
A team of devoted Kent State faculty led the drive to achieve national recognition of the significance of May 4, 1970.
With Music Blaring and Temperatures Rising, Kent State Celebrates 50 Years of Glass
At first glance, it looks more like an art studio, make that a hot art studio ... music blaring, temperatures rising and a chatty atmosphere of collaboration. Anything but a college classroom. Most wear blue jeans and cotton shirts so they can easily sweat while perfecting their craft. In this case, glassblowing.
A Rave Review: Kent State Wines Shine
Enology students of Kent State University’s Ashtabula Campus are leaving a lasting impact with their high-quality luxury wines. One local wine connoisseur was so impressed with the wines, he featured them in a recent article in the Akron Beacon Journal.
Kent State Receives Highest Possible Score as an LGBTQ-Friendly Campus
A national organization has recognized Kent State University with a perfect overall score for the university’s efforts to create a more inclusive campus and welcoming environment for all.