Community & Society
What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?
Every year, thousands of ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Today has done some legwork for you.
Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
It Started Here: ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month
¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.
IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!
Anyone can submit a photo for ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø.
Student Makes History Leading Parkinson's Speech Therapy
Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She’s so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson’s all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.
IN A FLASH: Kent Roosevelt Visits Campus
¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry welcomed students from Kent Roosevelt High School for a day of information sessions, demonstrations and tours of the university's state-of-the-art learning spaces.
¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Police: Credibility and Consistency Are ‘Part of Our DNA’
The ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Police Department received its 10th consecutive reaccreditation in November 2024 after consistently exceeding the standards set by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a third-party accreditation agency.
Take a Fresh Look at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Student Organizations on Jan. 17
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.
Bridging Communities: ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
From Classroom to Community: ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Graduates Drive Change Through LGBTQ+ Research
Two ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø graduates who recently earned their Master of Public Health degrees spent the past two years as researchers on the first-of-its-kind Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment.