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Anthropology Team Brings Home the 2020 Ig Nobel Award for Materials Science

In 2019, a team of researchers in Kent State’s Department of Anthropology published its “prize-winning” research article titled “Experimental replication shows knives manufactured from frozen human feces do not work” in the Journal of Archaeological Science. (Yes, the jokes are seemingly endless, but seriously folks, there is an important underlying message here about evidence-based research and fact-checking!)

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Kent State Student Winning Battle Against Cancer Thanks to New Treatment

Kent State University psychology major Tanner Noble has been struggling with cancer for five of his last six years, but things changed dramatically for him with the approved use of a new treatment for teenagers and adults.

Undergraduates look online to advance their environmental research

What was even more of a departure than taking classes remotely? Many summer research experiences were moved online this year as well. Fortunately, with creativity and an open mind, there are lots of opportunities to do important scientific research using online tools and data.

Kent State Museum Announces Newest Exhibition, ‘Fortuna: Designs by Vincent Quevedo’

The Kent State Museum’s newest exhibition, “Fortuna: Designs by Vincent Quevedo,” marks the first new exhibition for the museum since its reopening in August and is on display now. It features works by award-winning designer and School of Fashion Associate Professor Vincent Quevedo.

Kent State Board of Trustees Commends Leadership for Strong Enrollment During Pandemic, Approves New Balanced Budget

The Kent State University Board of Trustees congratulated Kent State President Todd Diacon and university leaders on increased retention and graduation rates, as well as a strong Class of 2024, as official fall 2020 enrollment figures were shared at the Board’s regular quarterly meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 16.

Kent State Increases Retention, Achieves Record-High Graduation Rate and GPA

They’re back! Kent State University students have begun their fall 2020 classes, and official enrollment figures include many highlights.

Interview with Senior Lecturer Mahli Mechenbier

Student, Madison Velka, interviewed Senior Lecturer Mahli Mechenbier for students to get to know her better.

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University Dining Services Manager Saves Life of University Employee

Join Us for Homecoming 2020 and Parents and Families Appreciation Week

Now that the fall semester at Kent State is in full force, we are excited to announce that two of our most anticipated traditions will be held during the month of October. (Photo from Homecoming 2019)

Downtown Discovery Days Wants Mask-Wearing Students

In partnership with Kent State University, Main Street Kent invites mask-wearing Kent State students to visit downtown Kent businesses for a chance to win great prizes.