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 Yanhai Du, Ph.D., professor in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering at ������ and administrator for the Sustainable Energy Lab, continues to break ground in energy systems research with a trio of patent accomplishments aimed at advancing the performance and integration of fuel cell technologies.Du is the lead inventor on three recent U.S. patents awarded for a multifunctional manifold that improves the design and operation of electrochemical devices, particularly spiral solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and tubular SOFC testing systems. Granted in April 2022, June 2023,...

 From mornings at Tree City Coffee to late nights at Barflyy, Kent State’s community has plenty of food and entertainment options thanks to the help of Main Street Kent, a non-profit organization focusing on the promotion and improvement of the City of Kent.  Community engagement and a passion for sticking to Kent’s roots make downtown a destination for students and locals. And this cool college town is getting noticed.Recently, Heritage Ohio and Main Street America have recognized Main Street Kent as a Nationally Accredited Main Street program for 2024.Heather Malarcik, executive di...

While more than 90% of Ohio’s wetlands have vanished over the past few centuries, a new nature docuseries aims to show there is hope — and a lot of work being done to protect what remains.The series, By Nature’s Design: Exploring Our Native Wildlife, premieres its first episode, “Welcome to the Wetlands,” on PBS Western Reserve at 8 p.m. this Earth Day on April 22. A special live screening is open to the public and will air from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26, in the Science and Nursing Building at ������ at Stark, 6000 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township....

While more than 90% of Ohio’s wetlands have vanished over the past few centuries, a new nature docuseries aims to show there is hope — and a lot of work being done to protect what remains.The series, By Nature’s Design: Exploring Our Native Wildlife, premieres its first episode, “Welcome to the Wetlands,” at 8 p.m. this Earth Day on April 22 on PBS Western Reserve. A special live screening is open to the public and will air from noon to 2 p.m. on April 26, in the Science and Nursing Building at ������ at Stark, 6000 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township.The series dives into th...

Get ready to wear the legacy of Kent State’s legendary black squirrels.Inspired by Kent State’s iconic black squirrels, this clothing collection is all about high-quality gear with a wild edge. From premium tees and hoodies to statement hats and accessories, every piece is designed to stand out. Whether you’re repping campus pride or love a little mischief in your style, you’re in the right place.Learn more at the Squirrel World Pop-Up on Thursday, April 24, at the Kent Student Center.Join the scurry between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. ...