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2021 Constitution Day Activities

Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by 39 brave men on Sept. 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the United States or, by naturalization, have become citizens. 

Approaching the Complex Questions: New School Offers Multidisciplinary Research and Learning

Kent State has established a new school within its College of Arts and Sciences focused on the social sciences and humanities. The School of Multidisciplinary Social Sciences & Humanities will provide an academic home for innovative approaches to complex questions.

Kent State Wins First Place For Food Waste Reduction Case Study

Members of Kent State organized a food drive to support its local community in the fight against hunger and collected over 20 tons of food between March and August 2020. Due to these efforts, the university was awarded the best case study for the Food Waste Reduction Efforts category in Campus Race to Zero Waste's 2021 Case Study Competition. 

Peter C. Kratcoski

Peter C. Kratcoski, Sociology, co-authored a section of a book, Perspectives on Elderly Crime and Victimization Crime Prevention and Justice in 2030, 1st Edition, (Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature) Helmut Kury and Stawomer Redo, (2021), ppgs. 85-106.

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Fall/Winter 2021-22: In Memory

Note: An * before a name means the alumnus was a faculty or staff member, too.

August 2021 Social Media Recap

Golden Flashes, we are back!

Qualitative Research Methods: A Three-Part Seminar Series

Kent State University's Healthy Communities Research Institute, Anti-Racism and Equity Institute, and Graduate Certificate in Qualitative

Excavations and Modifications: 2021 Farris Family Innovation Awards

The Farris Family Innovation Awards support the research of tenure-track faculty members who are not yet tenured at Kent State and who ha

Oboist Danna Sundet Rediscovers the Magic of Playing for Fun Amidst Crisis

It’s been a busy 2021 for Danna Sundet, Kent State professor of oboe and alumna. Between performances and making recordings, running the John Mack Oboe Camp and starting a new venture on YouTube, Sundet has continued teaching a robust studio of young oboists at Kent State and pursuing outside projects despite the challenges posed by Covid-19.

Chris Dorsten

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Chris Dorsten

University Registrar
Office of the University Registrar
Kent Campus

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May 2021

Mason McLeod

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Mason McLeod

Sr. Admissions Counselor
Admissions
Kent Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

April 2021

Rebecca Harvey

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Rebecca Harvey

Administrative Assistant to Dean Susan Stocker
Dean, Ashtabula
Ashtabula Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

June 2016

Tiffany Jamison

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Tiffany Jamison

Instructional Designer
Office of Continuing and Distance Education
Kent Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

June 2016

Campbell Among 2021 "30 For The Future" Recipients

Kent State’s Dennis Campbell has been recognized among the 2021 “30 for the Future” award recipients by the Greater Akron Chamber.

Kent State Announces Winners Of The Faculty Outstanding Research And Scholarship Award

Kent State's Jonathan Maletic, Ph.D., in the Department of Computer Science and Tara Smith, Ph.D., in the College of Public Health are the winners of the 2021 Faculty Outstanding Research and Scholarship Awards (ORSAs). The ORSAs recognize the hard work and dedication of faculty members who have been with Kent State for more than 10 years. Read more about the winners and how they display the highest levels of scholarship.

Kent State Of Well-Being Teaming Up With Local Farmers' Market

Kent State of Well-being is teaming up with the Haymaker Farmers’ Market to provide those on campus with a unique opportunity to purchase

Defining Moments: KSU Students Etched Their Feelings Immediately After 9/11

Twenty years ago people across campus, and around the world, were stunned as they watched two planes fly into the World Trade Center in lower Manhattan on Sept. 11, 2001.

An Ensemble of Philanthropy

“If you have money to give, you want to touch as many lives as you can.” - Denise A. Seachrist, Ph.D., '93

Kent State Alumnus Captures Notable Success

Influenced by artists like René Magritte and Piet Mondrian, Kent State University alumnus Jermaine Jackson Jr. believes the best way to get the point across in a photo is by keeping it simple.

Catherine Meredith awarded a See Chicago Dance Critical Writing Fellowship

Congratulations to assistant professor Catherine Meredith on being awarded a See Chicago Dance Critical Writing Fellowship. The second annual See Chicago Dance Fellowship took place in collaboration with dance scholars and writers in from the United States, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the U.K. centered around the JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience, an annual festival held in Durban, South Africa. 

Quality of Life: Researchers Exploring Treatments for Spinal Cord Injured Patients

A research group in the College of Arts and Sciences at Kent State University is searching for potential treatments for men who have suffered spinal cord injuries and hope to regain bladder control and sexual functions.

Psychology Professor Explains the Black Female Experience

Featured in the article “Black does Crack” from the San Diego Monitor-News, psychology professor Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., shares perspectives and knowledge of the impact of the black female experience on mental health and how it should be considered in the world of therapy.

ADVISORY: Kent State University Board of Trustees Meeting, Sept. 15

The Kent State University Board of Trustees will hold its next regular business meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 15, at 11:30 a.m.

Kent State Professor Shares Her Findings ��һ�Թ��� How To Approach COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy

Assistant professor Jennifer Taber, Ph.D., was featured in both The Atlantic and Vice for her research on the COVID-19 vaccine and her understanding of people's different perspectives on disease risk and health behavior.

Announcing the 2021 Homecoming Grand Marshals

Join us the evening of Friday, Oct. 1, at the first Homecoming Kickoff event at the Lefton Esplanade. This marks the official start of Homecoming Weekend with music, food, entertainment, fireworks and T-shirt giveaways.

Two Case Managers Added to CARES Center Staff

The Crisis, Advocacy, Resources, Education, and Support (CARES) Center recently hired two new staff members to support its mission.

Kent State Announces Winners of the New Faculty Outstanding Research and Scholarship Award

Kent State has announced the winners of the 2021 New Faculty Outstanding Research and Scholarship Awards (ORSAs). The ORSAs recognize the hard work of junior faculty members who have been with Kent State for less than 10 years. The 2021 winners are Shana Klein, Ph.D., in the School of Art and Metin Eren, Ph.D., in the Department of Anthropology. 

Kent State Unveils Athletics' Strategic Plan

Kent State Athletics is excited to unveil a new strategic plan that positions the department to have a meaningful impact on student-athletes, campus and community.

Student Awards Round-Up: 2020-2021

Despite hurdles caused by the pandemic, Media and Journalism students produced award winning work in several national and regional contests this past year. Read on for a summary of what they accomplished

Kent State Alumnus Captures Notable Success

Influenced by artists like René Magritte and Piet Mondrian, Kent State University alumnus Jermaine Jackson Jr. believes the best way to get the point across in a photo is by keeping it simple.

Kent State’s Lamar R. Hylton Leads With Student-Focused Approach

Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., has always approached his work at Kent State University focusing first and foremost on students.

Kathleen Rydar, ’67, ’80 MA Impacts Students' Lives Using Her IRA's Required Minimum Distributions

For Kathleen Rydar, '67, '80 MA, receiving support while a student herself sparked a lifetime of giving back. “These investments tucked away during working years present a remarkable opportunity in retirement to give generously to my alma mater while reducing my tax burdens."

Leadership Announcements

Kent State University President Todd Diacon updated the university community on recent actions regarding the senior administration of the university.

Valoree Vargo Named Kent State’s Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

Kent State University President Todd Diacon today announced the appointment of Valoree Vargo to the position of vice president for philan