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David Mitchell

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David Mitchell

General Manager
Performing Arts Center
Tuscarawas Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

December 2015

Sarah Schmidt

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Sarah Schmidt

Assistant Director, Global Education Initiatives
Office of Global Education Initiatives
Stark Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

December 2015

Adam Cooke

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Adam Cooke

Administrative Clerk
College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Kent Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

February 2021

Alumni Spotlight - Maryann Rodin

Behind every great artist, there is a great teacher.

Sheri Meacham

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Sheri Meacham

Senior Business Manager- UCM
University Communications and Marketing
Kent Campus

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

January 2021

Advocacy, Support, and Well-Being: A Pillar of the Division of Student Affairs

Note: This is part one of a four-day series highlighting the pillars within the Division of Student Affairs and how they be

Kent State Ph.D.s Fly To The Rescue

Pilot and Ph.D., School of Media and Journalism Professor Joe Murray puts his flying skills to good use flying humanitarian — and caninitarian — uses.

BHRI Members Caldwell and McDonough Receive Excellence in Graduate Research Mentorship Awards

Dr. Heather Caldwell and Dr. Jennifer McDonough each recently received the Excellence in Graduate Research Award at Kent State.

Kent State Named One of Nation’s Best for Fashion Merchandising

Kent State University’s School of Fashion has once again been ranked as one of the nation’s best programs in fashion merchandising according to the educational online learning platform, Study.com. 

May 4 Activist Alan Canfora’s Memory and Legacy Will Live Long at Kent State University

For 50 years, Alan Canfora was a tireless advocate for the four students killed and nine wounded on May 4, 1970.

Alumni Spotlight - David Buttram

One of the qualities of a great artist is being able to stop and notice one’s surroundings. Painter can often be seen searching for inspiration in his hometown of Cleveland, depicting and finding the beauty in ordinary moments. 

Division of Student Affairs' Pillars are Vital Foundation for Student Development and Success

The Division of Student Affairs encompasses over 25 departments and offices with staff who are committed to supporting all students in th

2021 USG Elections In The Books

After months of campaigning, students casting their votes and new members officially being sworn in at the Leadership Awards on April 19 by Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar Hylton, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) elections are officially in the books despite the challenges of the pandemic.

LaunchNET Pivots for Entrepreneurs During Pandemic

Most entrepreneurial ventures are started in response to seeing a solution where others see only a problem.

Honors Student Reflects on Time as Editor-In-Chief of Luna Negra

Lindsey Sellman, a senior Honors College student majoring in journalism and minoring in creative writing, has spent her final year at Kent State as the Editor-in-Chief of . Luna Negra is a student-led literary and arts magazine in Kent State’s Student Media department. Since 1956, the magazine has changed names and departments, but maintained its tradition of publishing the art and writing of Kent State students.

Meet Academic Advisor, Leanne Castillo

Samantha Toth conducted the following interview with Academic Advisor Leanne Castillo.

Division Of Student Affairs Hosts a Community Space

The Division of Student Affairs will host a space to process the results of the Derek Chauvin trial.

Chemistry Professor Continues ‘Highly Cited Researcher’ Streak

There are just a handful of chemists worldwide with h-indices above 200. The h-indices of chemists awarded the Nobel Prize during the last five years range from about 30 to 160. Mietek Jaroniec, professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has an h-index of 125, which places him among the top chemists worldwide.

Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series Presents Robert Barry Fleming

The College of the Arts is proud to continue the acclaimed Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series with virtual presentations this spr

Kent State Welcomes Chris Dorsten as University Registrar

Kent State University is pleased to announce Chris Dorsten as the new university registrar.

Kent State Awarded $3.5 Million Choose Ohio First Grants

The state of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Higher Education announced that Kent State University has been awarded Choose Ohio First grants totaling $3.5 million to support students in the critical fields of science (including health professions), technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

LONG TIME KENT STATE PROFESSOR LEADS HONORS STUDENTS THROUGH REMOTE LEARNING

Dirk Remley has been with Kent State University since 1990. Remley graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. He continued his studies at Bowling Green State University by earning his Masters of Arts in English Literature. He then completed his Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition from Kent State University.

Kent Fire Department to Perform Annual Prairie Burn

The protected prairie surrounding Kent State University’s Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center will be burned on Wednesday, April 28, starting around 9 a.m. to allow for new growth during the summer season.

Readers Respond

Readers respond to magazine content or comment on KSU–related topics.

President's Perspective

Hope Springs Eternal

A Special Message From President Diacon to Fall 2021 New Golden Flashes

Get ready to soar! I am writing to share exciting information about our 2021 Fall Semester. 

Flash Forward

Alberto Vázquez, '21

I believe all students should have a study abroad experience.

Student Spotlight - Katie Butler

Art is a way to contextualize the political climate and make sense of a tumultuous world.

Kent State Formally Introduces New Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond

Kent State University President Todd Diacon and Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar R. Hylton formally introduced Randale L. Richmond as the university’s new director of athletics at a morning virtual press conference held Thursday, April 15. Richmond currently serves as senior associate athletic director at Old Dominion University.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Introducing Randale L. Richmond, Kent State’s Next Director of Athletics

Members of the Kent State University community are invited to watch a virtual press conference to meet Randale L. Richmond, the university’s next director of athletics. Kent State President Todd Diacon and Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar R. Hylton will formally introduce Richmond as the university’s 12th director of athletics at a virtual press conference 10 a.m. Thursday, April 15.

Meet Academic Advisor, Jeremi Weidner

Samantha Toth conducted the following interview with Academic Advisor Jeremi Weidner. 

Cotton in the Curriculum Awards Grant to School of Fashion for the Fourth Year in a Row

From the iconic outfits made famous by Michael Jackson to the hit television show “What Not to Wear,” the fashion industry continues to e

Drummer-Ferrell Adds Another Honor

In an academic year full of distinction, Kent State Dean of Students, Talea Drummer-Ferrell, gets to add another.

John Pippin, ’04

John Pippin, ’04, is a visionary entrepreneur with an affinity for his alma mater—and a knack for pairing craft beers with donuts. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in business, John entered corporate America. Ten years later, he and his wife Shelley decided to take a risk for love—the love of donuts, craft beer and Cleveland, that is. They opened Brewnuts in 2013, the first donut bar in the country serving craft beer-based donuts.

Sarah Shendy, ’06

Sarah Shendy, ’06, found the passion that fueled her career in law enforcement during her time at Kent State University. Sarah is a police officer and proud Kent State alumna—and in June 2020, she became the first Director of the Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment, a newly established office in the state legislature.