Community Impact
Advancing the Cause of Equity at Kent State University
Despite her multitude of duties as a director of Kent State University’s Women’s Center, Cassandra Pegg-Kirby remains focused on one key mission: Keeping the center open and relevant. “Women’s centers are not always thought of as necessary since women are in the majority now,” she said.
IN A FLASH: Providing Insight into Innovation
Community leaders toured Kent State's DI Hub to learn about how the university fosters innovation and collaboration across campus and across disciplines.
'They can do anything and be anything'
As a spouse, a mother and a member of Kent State's LGBTQ+ community, Meghan Schwind shares her thoughts for Women's History Month on challenges women face and her hopes for rising generations of women.
‘Say Yes to Everything’
As part of Women's History Month, the director of Kent State New York City Fashion shares her experience and offers advice that's both practical and empowering for women looking to break into the fashion industry.
IN A FLASH: Dressing up for Downs
Dress Up for Downs, a Kent State student organization recently held its 8th annual fashion show fundraiser . The event, themed "Hollywood Heroes," featured a runway show with designs by Kent State fashion design students and raised over $3000 for the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio.
Lecture Hall, Event Space, or Night Sky?
Did you know we have a planetarium? Well, we do. Smith Hall at Kent State University is home to this versatile room that can be used for classes, events and can even replicate an easier-to-see version of the night sky.
Parkland Survivor David Hogg Discusses Activism, Voting and May 4 During Kent State Talk
Parkland survivor David Hogg brought his message of activism and voter participation to Kent State University with his talk March 14 in the Kent Student Center Kiva.
‘Tying’ the Community Together
Wellness goes beyond what’s on your plate or how many steps you take in a day. Wellness is holistic and includes how we feel and how we view our place in our communities. With that in mind, Kent State University's Employee Wellness invited staff to an open-house Service Day in Heer Hall on Tuesday, Mar. 2, to support the local community.
Flash Friday: Jordan Decatur
Meet Jordan, senior sociology major and wrestler from Akron, who is helping youth on and off the mat, bringing mentorship and new skill sets to the children of East Cleveland.
IN A FLASH: Crawford Hall Set to Open in August
The future home of the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship continues to take shape on E. Main Street.