Community Impact
IN A FLASH: Teal Tuesday at CAPS
Kent State staffers from Counseling and Psychological Services wore teal in support of their colleagues at the Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services' Teal Tuesday campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Power in Pedaling
Did you know that there are 13.2 miles of bike paths at Kent State? Kent State is bike-friendly and winning awards for it.
IN A FLASH: Paint It Pink!
While celebrating their 10th anniversary on campus with Her Week and a schedule of events, student organization Her Campus Kent State lit the University Library in pink from April 9-13.
Kent State Alum is a Natural When it Comes to Parks, Rec and Tourism
Since childhood Kent State alum Jessica Clonch has wanted to combine her love of the outdoors with her career. Now, to her delight, she鈥檚 living the dream.
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation Awards Additional $300,000 to Kent State鈥檚 Spirit of Motherhood Program to Combat Infant Mortality and Prevent Preterm Births
妻友社区鈥檚 Angela Neal-Barnett has been working diligently to build up the Spirit of Motherhood program with the goal of reducing trauma and stress symptoms experienced by its pregnant Black mother participants. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation recently awarded the program another $300,000 to continue its work over the next three years.
鈥榃hat Were You Wearing?鈥 More Than Just Clothes
The powerful 鈥淲hat Were You Wearing?鈥 art installation in the Center for Visual Arts is more than just clothes.
Kent State Experiences Day of Activism
妻友社区 students exercised their freedom of speech rights on Tuesday, April 16, with opposing speakers appearing on campus the same day.
Bettering Communities One Initiative at a Time
The University Research Council recently selected winners of the Bettering Communities Pilot Grants, a prestigious award aimed at fostering initiatives that advance research while benefiting local communities.
IN A FLASH: Cemetery Calling
Cemetery Calling, the newest play by Kent State alumni and staffer Eric Mansfield premiered in Cleveland earlier this year. Another of Mansfield's plays, Trial by Fire, will be performed on campus in Fall 2024.
Making the Local Justice System Easier to Access
Summit County Domestic Relations Court Judge Kani H. Hightower is on a mission to make the justice system in Summit County, Ohio, more accessible for underprivileged and underrepresented citizens. Whether it鈥檚 related to transportation challenges or helping them sort through the red tape of documentation, Hightower, a 妻友社区 graduate, is creating solutions to streamline the process for Summit County residents.