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Upcoming Benefits and Wellness Fairs

As a reminder, the Kent Campus Benefits and Wellness Fair is Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. at the Kent Student Center Ballroom. The Ashtabula Campus Benefits and Wellness Fair is Thursday, Oct. 20, from 9-10 a.m. and 10-11 a.m in the Oak Room in Main Hall.

Open Enrollment runs now through Nov. 4. For information about the High Deductible Health Plan and the Health Savings Account, you can review the complete .

View the right from your desktop for information about the new High Deductible Health Plan, Health Savings Account and wellness program incentives.

Kent State Alumnus Leads Planning for 50th Anniversary Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Kent State Alumnus Leads Planning for 50th Anniversary Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Kent State Alumnus Leads Planning for 50th Anniversary Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Kent State Alumnus Leads Planning for 50th Anniversary Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Inspired by Brother, Kent State Student Leads in Weathervane Playhouse Production
Inspired by Brother, Kent State Student Leads in Weathervane Playhouse Production
Inspired by Brother, Kent State Student Leads in Weathervane Playhouse Production
Video: The Year in Review for 2017-18
Video: The Year in Review for 2017-18
Video: The Year in Review for 2017-18
Kent State University employees Dustin Lee and Jon Jivan enjoy making movies in their spare time.
Kent State University employees Dustin Lee and Jon Jivan enjoy making movies in their spare time.
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Kent State University employees Dustin Lee and Jon Jivan enjoy making movies in their spare time.

From Promoting Kent State to Moviemaking: Kent State Employees Achieve Reel Success

Surrounded by movie posters, scale models and old filming equipment, Dustin Lee, ’07, and Jon Jivan, ’08, sit in their Kent Campus offices creating video content to promote Kent State University.

From Promoting Kent State to Moviemaking: Kent State Employees Achieve Reel Success

Surrounded by movie posters, scale models and old filming equipment, Dustin Lee, ’07, and Jon Jivan, ’08, sit in their Kent Campus offices creating video content to promote Kent State University.
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The exhibition "Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen" is currently on display at the Kent State University Museum.
The exhibition "Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen" is currently on display at the Kent State University Museum.
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The exhibition "Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen" is currently on display at the Kent State University Museum.

The Unique Finds at the Kent State University Museum

Most people know the Kent State University Museum for its amazing fashion and clothing collection, but among its 30,000 pieces are unique finds in and out of the fashion world.

The Unique Finds at the Kent State University Museum

Most people know the Kent State University Museum for its amazing fashion and clothing collection, but among its 30,000 pieces are unique finds in and out of the fashion world.
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Born without legs, Kent State University at Tuscarawas student Zion Clark competes as a member of the Kent State Tuscarawas Golden Eagles wrestling team.

Kent State Tuscarawas Golden Eagles Wrestler Zion Clark Makes No Excuses

Born without legs, Zion Clark, Kent State University at Tuscarawas Golden Eagles wrestling phenomenon, overcomes obstacles and gladly accepts challenges both on and off the mat every day with a contagious smile.

Kent State Tuscarawas Golden Eagles Wrestler Zion Clark Makes No Excuses

Born without legs, Zion Clark, Kent State University at Tuscarawas Golden Eagles wrestling phenomenon, overcomes obstacles and gladly accepts challenges both on and off the mat every day with a contagious smile.
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Eric Harmon, Kent State University at Tuscarawas student and councilman-at-large, is currently the youngest elected official in the state of Ohio.
Eric Harmon, Kent State University at Tuscarawas student and councilman-at-large, is currently the youngest elected official in the state of Ohio.
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Eric Harmon, Kent State University at Tuscarawas student and councilman-at-large, is currently the youngest elected official in the state of Ohio.

Kent State Tuscarawas Student Currently the Youngest Elected Official in the State of Ohio

Kent State University at Tuscarawas student and councilman-at-large Eric Harmon, 19, is currently the youngest elected official in the state of Ohio.

Kent State Tuscarawas Student Currently the Youngest Elected Official in the State of Ohio

Kent State University at Tuscarawas student and councilman-at-large Eric Harmon, 19, is currently the youngest elected official in the state of Ohio.
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The Kent State University Airport collected almost 8,000 pounds of food, which translates into more than 10,000 meals for the dogs and cats at the local animal shelters.

Kent State University Airport Donates More Than 10,000 Meals to Animal Shelters

The Kent State University Airport's Props-4-Paws initiative supports local animal shelters and has surpassed its goal each year since the project started. 

Kent State University Airport Donates More Than 10,000 Meals to Animal Shelters

The Kent State University Airport's Props-4-Paws initiative supports local animal shelters and has surpassed its goal each year since the project started. 
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Comprehensive Office Print Initiative to Begin in 2018

Dear Colleagues: Prior to the start of the current academic year, we shared a communication about ways the university is balancing its Fiscal Year 2018 budget, including several cost-saving strategies. One such program is the Comprehensive Office Print Initiative, or COPI for…

Comprehensive Office Print Initiative to Begin in 2018

Dear Colleagues: Prior to the start of the current academic year, we shared a communication about ways the university is balancing its Fiscal Year 2018 budget, including several cost-saving strategies. One such program is the Comprehensive Office Print Initiative, or COPI for…
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Members of Kent State Police Services load frozen turkeys for Kent Social Services into a police vehicle.

Kent State Police Serve Up Turkeys and Holiday Cheer for Local Residents

Officers from Kent State University Police Services donated frozen turkeys and gift cards to Kent Social Services for local families in need over the holiday season.

Kent State Police Serve Up Turkeys and Holiday Cheer for Local Residents

Officers from Kent State University Police Services donated frozen turkeys and gift cards to Kent Social Services for local families in need over the holiday season.
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Diminished Faculties performs at Venice Cafe in downtown Kent.

Diminished Faculties Brings Musical Twist to Psychological Sciences Department

Twelve years ago, a team of Kent State University faculty members discovered their common hobby of playing instruments at a Department of Psychological Sciences’ event. After that, they created a band that now performs under the name Diminished Faculties. 

Diminished Faculties Brings Musical Twist to Psychological Sciences Department

Twelve years ago, a team of Kent State University faculty members discovered their common hobby of playing instruments at a Department of Psychological Sciences’ event. After that, they created a band that now performs under the name Diminished Faculties. 
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A Kent State University sign is covered in snow. The university's annual winter weather advisory serves as a guide for members of the Kent State community.

2017-2018 Winter Weather Advisory Information

Kent State University’s annual winter weather advisory serves as a guide for members of the university community regarding class cancellations and campus closures.

2017-2018 Winter Weather Advisory Information

Kent State University’s annual winter weather advisory serves as a guide for members of the university community regarding class cancellations and campus closures.
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Melanie Knowles, Kent State’s manager for sustainability, received the 2017 Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Silver-level award on behalf of the university.

Kent State Recognized as Leading University in Environmental Stewardship

Kent State University has been awarded the 2017 Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Silver-level award from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.

Kent State Recognized as Leading University in Environmental Stewardship

Kent State University has been awarded the 2017 Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Silver-level award from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
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