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Greetings from the Environmental Mineralogy and Geochemistry group!

Greetings from the Hydrogeology Research Group!

Hello, I’m Dr. Kuldeep Singh, and I’m excited to share some updates from our Hydrogeology Research Group at ������.

M.S. Theses and Ph.D. Dissertations Completed

M.S. Theses Completed

Meet Courtney Wagner

It is an honor to join the Department of Earth Sciences this academic year as an Assistant Professor.

In Memoriam - Rodney M. Feldmann

On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Rodney Feldmann, scientist, mentor, husband, and father, died peacefully at home at the age of 84. 

Scholarships & Awards

Amoco Alumni

• 2024 Tatiana Fernandez Perez
• 2023 Kyle Smart

Carrie Schweitzer - Paleontology Lab

"In the paleontology lab, three M.S.

Congratulations Graduates!

Bachelor of Arts - Geology

Emily Mehta
Michael Crowell
Lea Ciavarella
April Hazaimeh
Jonathan Risden

Hemlines and Horizons: Senior Studies Fashion Across the Globe

Inspiration can come from anywhere, but traveling the world and experiencing different cultures seems to be the best source of creativity for Anne Louise Pesch Kruklis, a senior fashion design major from Curitiba, Brazil, exploring the world with the programs offered by ������. 

Eric Taylor - Stark Campus

Hi. Eric Taylor here. Let me introduce myself in case you do not know me.

A Message from the Chair: Joseph D. Ortiz

IN A FLASH: 24 Hours Later and 30 Degrees Lower

March arrived at Kent State with warmer temperatures and sunny skies, inspiring students to venture outdoors. That all changed, however, in just a day's time, as winds whipped, temperatures dropped and snow fell. 

Designing Community: How Alex Miller Made a Home at School

Alex Miller, an Honors College senior, is a part of communities all over the ������ campus. When Alex started college at the tail-end of a global pandemic, he found that recent world events had made it difficult for students to connect to their peers. This didn’t stop Alex; as a Kent State student, Alex has sought opportunities to connect with his classmates and create communities as an Honors College student, member of the Honors College Leadership Academy, Kent State chapter Alpha Lambda Delta vice president, Kent State chapter American Institute for Graphic Artists vice president, Fusion magazine editor-in-chief and Resident Assistant.

I Promise Students Find Treasure at Kent State Museum

������ recently hosted 26 high school students from the LeBron James Family Foundation I Promise network in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities, including a treasure hunt at the ������ Museum.

Flash Focus: Bella Hanley

Meet Bella Hanley, a junior economics major from Canfield, Ohio, and member of Delta Sigma Pi, a co-educational professional business fraternity, with the post-graduation goal of attending law school.

First-Year Architecture Student Continues to Build Her Foundation

Muna Koirala is not shy about admitting that her first year in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design has been a challenge.

IN A FLASH: Golden Flashes CLINCH - Times TWO!

On Tuesday and Wednesday last week, both Golden Flashes basketball teams - men's and women's - earned victories that clinched their entry into the 2025 Mid-America Conference Tournament. 

DI Welcomes Female Filmmakers Initiative as Inaugural Student Organization in Residence

The Design Innovation (DI) Initiative at ������ is proud to announce that the Female Filmmakers Initiative (FFI) has been selected as the inaugural DI Student Organization in Residence. This exciting partnership marks the beginning of a new program aimed at fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation among student organizations at Kent State.

������ Finalizes New Administrative Approach for Academic Colleges

������ has finalized its proposed realignment of degree-granting colleges within the Division of Academic Affairs and its administration, following extensive consultation with Kent Campus faculty and the Faculty Senate.

POV: Finding Your 'Why' in Law Enforcement

POV offers the ������ community an opportunity to share insights into topics of importance. Sgt. Tricia Knoles, a 20-year veteran of law enforcement and member of the Kent State Police Department, teaches Blue Courage, a program aimed at helping new and veteran police officers.

Navigating Seasonal Depression: Mental Health Resources to Help You Through

As the temperatures continue to hover around freezing, and the sun makes rare appearances, have you noticed yourself feeling unmotivated or having feelings of sadness? Have your friends and family mentioned that you do not seem like yourself? Fortunately, there are resources available at ������ to help you through this difficult time.  

Kent State Supplies Growing U.S. Demand for Accountants and Auditors

Kent State accounting majors have excellent employment prospects. The projected growth rate for accountants is six percent from 2022-2033. 

ADVISORY: ������ Board of Trustees Meeting, March 19

The ������ Board of Trustees will hold its next regular business meeting at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19.

The Day Paul Tazewell Led a Master Class at Kent State

Paul Tazewell is the talk of Hollywood after winning an Academy Award for his costume design work for "Wicked."

IN A FLASH: A Chill in the Air

A Kent State staffer shared some high-altitude views from a recent flight from the ������ Airport on an icy morning. 

Silas Ashley ’74

Silas Ashley, ’74, was told by his high school guidance counselor that he “was not college material," but after applying and being accepted to Kent State, Silas immersed himself in student life. He was a senator in Undergraduate Student Government and became the president of Black United Students (BUS). Following graduation, Silas earned a master's degree in communications and a Juris Doctorate from Southern University at Baton Rouge and served as the president of Kent State's Black Alumni Chapter.

Building Community in the College of Nursing

The journey to becoming a nurse can be overwhelming, especially for first-year students.

Behavioral Health Policy Panel at Kent State: A Critical Discussion on Access and Advocacy

IN A FLASH: An International Showcase

Global Safari Fest is the new name of what was previously called International Homecoming Celebration. It’s a large-scale event that fills the Kent Student Center Ballroom with cultural performances, international tabling displays and a global buffet featuring tastes from around the world. 

Advancing Nursing Education Through Immersive Technology: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Simulation and Virtual Reality Training

Philanthropy, Renovation and Student Success at Kent State Nursing

Painting Her Own Future: From Intern to Innovator

Sophia Matar, B.S. ’24 was inspired by robotics at a young age and knew she wanted to pursue a career in nformation technology (IT), majoring in computer science. See how her passion for AI and robotics has led to a career at Sherwin-Williams and an opportunity to mentor and lead the next generation of tech trailblazers.

Feeling Stressed? Kent State’s Student Life Study Can Help

Researchers conducting ������’s groundbreaking Student Life Study will reach out to its participants via their phones to offer ways to combat stress and anxiety as the weight of the spring semester mounts.

‘This Is an Aspect of Wanting to Share Black History in a Way That Is Hopeful’

Accomplished sociologist, TV host, podcaster, author Kent State alumna Bertice Berry, Ph.D.,used her alma mater as a familiar setting for her book "BlackWorld," which explores a "unique corner of heaven" where the living can visit with and learn from the deceased. She also some of her memories of Kent State and personal insights into the university's place in history. 

IN A FLASH: Photo Field Trip

A photo team from Kent State's Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a Kent State alumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Fashion Major Taking Her Research to the International Stage

This March, senior fashion design and marketing major Rachel Stauffer will take her fashion research to the international stage.