Community and Society
Kent State Community Reflects on How Black History Month Had an Impact on Their Lives
Black History Month had and continues to have a major impact in the lives of Kent State community members. Some learned about Black History when they were very young, while others acquired knowledge as college students or adults. All, however, are grateful for the role that Black History Month has played in their lives.
Facilities Maintenance Training Program Grows Our Own Employees for Skilled Positions
Kent State is tapping in to its talent pool of workers already employed by the university to meet the shortages of skilled maintenance workers.
Kent State Grad Remembers Once-in-a-Lifetime Meeting With David CrosbyÂ
As a public relations major, alumna Taylor Pierce interviewed iconic singer/songwriter David Crosby when he visited the May 4 Visitors Center in 2017. Crosby died this week at the age of 81.
Kent State Community Rallies for Solidarity and Human Rights for Iranians
First-year students Ronica Marandi and Goli Kavoosi organized the rally in partnership with Kent State’s Women's Center and the School of Peace and Conflict Studies to raise awareness about the atrocities that are happening in Iran.
Iranian Members of Kent State Community Say: We're Here to Ask You to Support Us
A standing-room-only crowd gathered to hear Kent State alumna Mahtab Tehrani, Ph.D., and first-year student Goli Kavoosi, discuss how the denial of human rights in Iran impacts us all and the tangible actions that Americans can take to help.
Eat, Meet, Greet and Study: Alumni Cherish the Memories They Made at Kent Student CenterÂ
As students, faculty and staff celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Kent Student Center, alumni, who read about the milestone on social media took, time to reminisce about the fun and fond memories they made at the facility.
Kent State Community Celebrates Native American Heritage and Veterans
The goal of the Native American Heritage and Veterans celebration was to honor our Native American students, faculty, staff, and community members while also honoring our veterans.
12 Ways Kent State Works To Keep Students Safe
Kent State helps our students, faculty, staff and visitors feel at home on our campuses with a community of people dedicated to keeping them safe.
Falling 'Head Over Heels'
What happens when a 16th century romance combines with music from '80s pop group The Go-Go's?
Alumna Morgan Dawson’s Construction Pants Combine Comfort and Utility
Alumna Morgan Dawson created Dawson Workwear, a line of pants specifically for women in construction, to provide comfort and an appropriate fit for the female body.