CAEP Annual Reporting Measures
Annual reporting measures provide incentives for providers to routinely gather, analyze, and report critical data about their programs as one means for public accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
College of Communication & Information
Heidi Baumgart, '06, graduated from the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø School of Media and Journalism (MDJ) and maintains her connection with us by volunteering with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Ambassadors and the College of Communication and Information (CCI). As a leader and integrator, she develops leadership skills in students, professionals and business leaders. Heidi calls connection her favorite sport and KSU is her favorite team—we're grateful to have such a dedicated superfan. Learn more about her journey and insights below. 1. What drew you to Kent State? My high school art teacher had go...
College of Communication & Information
Over the past year, Student Media’s advertising team has undergone a remarkable transformation, restructuring, growing and reimagining its role within the broader Student Media ecosystem. With a full team of seven student staff members, including a dedicated sales manager and the support of the Student Media Director acting as sales advisor, the advertising unit is evolving into a fully-fledged media outlet of its own. And with this exciting shift comes a brand-new name: Flash Media.Flash Media will serve as the advertising and marketing arm of Student Media, offering strategic, creative and m...
Members of the International Town and Gown Association (ITGA) gathered at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø this week to network, share knowledge and reaffirm their commitment to partnerships between universities and colleges and the communities in which they reside.More than 280 people attended the 2025 ITGA City and University Relations Conference, which kicked off at the Kent Student Center ballroom on June 4.Todd Kamenash, Kent State’s associate dean of students for conduct and community engagement, chaired the ITGA conference, which had the theme Communicate, Collaborate and Celebrate.Kamenash overse...
Endorsements and Additional Licensure Programs
Kent State also offers endorsements [add link] and additional licensure programs in several areas (Middle Childhood Education, Special Education, and Health Education). These programs have been determined by the Ohio Department of Higher Education to be out-of-scope for CAEP accreditation purposes. These programs are reviewed and approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
CHEA-Recognized Licensure Programs
CHEA-Recognized Licensure Programs
Kent State also offers licensure programs that CAEP does not specifically review because they are accredited by another CHEA-recognized accreditor; these programs are all also approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education:
- Multi-Age Education – Art (NASAD)
- Multi-Age Education – Music (NASM)
- Multi-Age Education – Dance (NASD)
- Library/Media (ALA)
- School Audiologist (ASHA)
- School Counselor (CACREP)
- School Psychology (APA)
- School Speech-Language Pathologist (ASHA)
Initial Licensure Programs
Initial Licensure Programs
Initial licensure programs not already accredited by another CHEA-recognized accreditor; these programs are all also approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education:
College of Communication & Information
Each spring, we celebrate not only the accomplishments of our graduating students, but also the passing of the torch—the moment when one generation of leaders makes way for the next. This year’s Student Media leadership team has been exceptional, guiding our media outlets through transformation, innovation and a deepened connection to our campus and community. Their legacy is already clear, and their influence will continue to shape our work for years to come.Audio and Entertainment As the first-ever director of the newly formed Audio and Entertainment division, Anthony Furiga helped buil...