Senior integrated language arts major Maxwell Rees says he didn’t hesitate to audition when he heard about the chance to be in one of his favorite plays, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, a story about Christopher, a 15-year-old boy on the autism spectrum, trying to find out how his neighborhood’s dog died. For Mr. Rees, it was more than just being in the spotlight; it was about shining a spotlight on autism and its effects on individuals, their families and the community because Mr. Rees’ younger brother, Jake, is on the autism spectrum. “He’s definitely the reason why I fel...
Kent State University at East Liverpool is hosting a series of free Financial Aid Workshops for parents and students from any college or university, not just Kent State. The workshops will be held on Nov. 27, Dec. 5, Dec. 13 and Jan. 9. A financial aid specialist will provide important information related to financial aid, and will also help attendees complete and file the FAFSA form for the 2019-20 academic year. To file the FAFSA form during the workshop, you must have your most recent tax returns. Additionally, the financial aid specialist will share information about how t...
Kent State University President Beverly J. Warren challenged the university community to embrace transformation at the annual State of the University Address. “Serious transformation is never easy,” she said. “It challenges us to let go of predictable ways and embrace something new and unfamiliar.” President Warren says the campus community is well-positioned to both embrace its future and to take the reins driving it toward world-changing successes. “The future has arrived,” President Warren said. “A visionary university has no choice but to respond. Will Kent State choose to tread w...
Students from the Kent State East Liverpool physical therapist assistant program observed National PTA Month by raising funds that were donated to Ava’s Women Center in East Liverpool. The PTA students raised $500 through fundraisers, which will be used to help provide “Blessing Bags” to clients at the center. Each year, PTA students from the Kent East Liverpool campus find unique ways to increase awareness about their field, while raising funds for a cause chosen by the class. # # # Photo A: Students from the Kent State East Liverpool physical therapist assistant pro...
This year in review video, which was shown during the 2018 State of the University Address, provides highlights from 2017-18. ...
Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley has named Kent State University at Trumbull its 2018 Volunteer Organization of the Year. Dan Palmer, Ph.D., assistant dean of academic affairs and Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley board member, accepted the award at Junior Achievement's annual recognition breakfast. “This is a rewarding partnership,” Dr. Palmer says. “We enjoy working with the students to teach them skills that will hopefully help them make connections between what they learn in the classroom and life skill...
Employers who invest in their employees by promoting a culture of health with comprehensive workplace wellness practices, evidence-based policies and programs and senior leadership support create a genuine value proposition for their employees. This often translates into improved employee engagement and a healthier, more productive workforce. For the third consecutive year, Kent State University is being recognized by the American Heart Association for its work toward achieving that goal. Kim Hauge, director of employee wellness at Kent State, says the American Heart Associat...
The SPARK Ohio kindergarten readiness program, evaluated by Dr. Deric R. Kenne and his team in the Center for Public Policy and Health, was featured in a story on ideastream. The story also features one of our community partners, the Early Childhood Resource Center, in neighboring Canton, Ohio....
Donate to #KSUGives Ashtabula Giving Tuesday The #KSUGives Giving Tuesday initiative across the Kent State University system is underway throughout the month of November. This is your opportunity to contribute to the future success of students and the Kent State Ashtabula campus by giving to the Ashtabula Campus Transformation Fund. As part of a wide-ranging master plan, Kent State Ashtabula is transforming the entire campus, including additional updates to its most aged and highly-utilized building: Main Hall. A series of renovations and revitali...
Kent State University at Ashtabula, alongside Ashtabula County Medical Center, sponsored a free educational session for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018 at Robert S. Morrison Hall. "Providing Nursing Care in the Face of the Opioid Crisis" reviewed the impact of the epidemic on nursing practice; exploring methods that assist nurses in making critical assessments as well as providing appropriate management for safe care and recovery. The featured presenter, Camille Zalar, MHA, BSN, RN, CARN, the Director of Education and Initiatives at The No...