Anita J. Slack

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Anita J. Slack

Life & Health Sciences Librarian, Assistant Professor

Preparing for the Fall 2020 Semester

Hello, welcome back! Going to college during a global pandemic can be pretty scary, but congrats on doing it anyway!
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Taking the Large Classroom Experience to the Next Level – for More Than 30 Years

During his 34 year tenure at Kent State University, professor Lawrence Marks, Ph.D., has been at the forefront of developing online classes, which have become an indispensable part of learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

History Professor’s Essay on Racial Equality Is Featured in Washington Post

Kent State University Associate Professor Elizabeth M. Smith-Pryor has authored a perspective piece on racial equality that is featured in the July 15 Washington Post column, “Made by History.”

Uncovering - and Cleaning Up - Toxins at Drinking Water Plants with Support from Ohio Sea Grant

Research to protect our water supply continues at Kent State University in the laboratory of Dr.

Flashes Safe Seven Video: Watch Flash Teach President Diacon How to Clean His Office

Kent State is just six weeks away from move in. To count down the return of students, faculty and staff for the start of the fall semester, the university will review one Flashes Safe Seven principle each week. This week, we focus on Clean and Sanitize.

Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., and Taléa R. Drummer-Ferrell, Ph.D., Blazing Historical Trails at Kent State

Kent State University’s Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., and Taléa R. Drummer-Ferrell, Ph.D., recently entered the annals of university history. On May 1, 2020, Hylton became the first Black person in the university’s history to hold the title of vice president for student affairs. And on July 1, 2020, Drummer-Ferrell was appointed dean of students, making her the first Black woman to be named to the position. 

Kent State’s New Undergraduate Neuroscience Major Thrives

Kent State University introduced a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience in fall 2019, and since the launch, the major has had tremendous growth. Enrollment is projected to surpass majors that have been at Kent State for years.

Kent State Emphasizes Commitment to Its International Students During Town Hall Meeting

We are here to help. That was one of the main messages international students at Kent State University heard during a town hall meeting held July 9 to help answer questions and share the university’s response to a recent announcement by the federal government regarding Fall 2020 international student enrollment requirements. 

Flashes Safe Seven Video: Watch Flash Teach President Diacon How to Wash His Hands

Kent State is just seven weeks away from move in. To count down the return of students, faculty and staff for the start of the fall semester, the university will review one Flashes Safe Seven principle each week. This week, we focus on Wash Your Hands Frequently.

Our Two Campus Locations

Today I want to talk a little bit about our two campus locations: Kent State Geauga and the Twinsburg Academic Center.

Kent State Softball Player Has Short, but Distinguished Senior Season

Not every day will be the best day and things might not always go exactly as planned, but it really is about the journey and the people standing next to you through it all, Maria Cegledy said.