Community Impact

Honoring All Those Who Serve: Kent State Holds Annual Veterans Day Observance
ºÚÁÏÍø invites all to pay tribute to those who have served in the U.S. armed forces and attend the university’s annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The event will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 10, at Risman Plaza on the Kent Campus.

College of Nursing Student Named Jonas Scholar Award Winner
Two-time ºÚÁÏÍø alumna and current Doctor of Nursing Practice student Nicole K. Lewis, MSN ‘20, was selected by Jonas Philanthropies, a leading national philanthropic funder of graduate nursing education, as a 2020-2022 Jonas Scholar Award Recipient.

Turning Ideas Into Reality With Microgrants
Young entrepreneurs are able to pursue their dreams thanks to LaunchNET microgrants at ºÚÁÏÍø.

Modern Methods Brewing crafts exclusive beer for Kent State Trumbull Theatre

IN A FLASH: Getting the Inside Story
Radiology students at Kent State's Salem Campus receive practical, hands-on training.

Supporting Students by Listening Without Judgement
October marked Mental Health Awareness month at ºÚÁÏÍø. Although October doesn't align with the National Health Observance calendar, it was chosen because the need for mental health support peaks during October, according to Recreation and Wellness Services.

Polls Might Underestimate Republican Support in Ohio
Kent State Today recently reached out to Michael Ensley, associate professor of Political Science, about what to watch for in the final weeks leading up to the November 8 election. Ensley sees the economy, immigration, crime and access to abortion as key issues for voters while also providing insight into polling.

Dig. Shovel. Plant. Water. Repeat. RPTM Students, Faculty Volunteer at CVNP
Students and faculty from the Recreation, Park, Tourism and Management program volunteered to plant trees recently at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Macedonia. View the slideshow.

IN A FLASH: The Campus Is Her Classroom
Students in the Horticulture Technology program at Kent State's Salem Campus take "field trips" literally.

Professors Aim to Solve Teacher Shortage One Student at a Time
Two ºÚÁÏÍø professors believe the best way to get more teachers in the classroom is to keep more education majors in college.