Community & Society
Tracing the Origins of Black History Month
Feb. 1 marks the start of Black History Month. The chair of Kent State's Department of Africana Studies and the current president of Black United Students at Kent State discuss the university's connection to the monthlong celebration.
How Are Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT Affecting Higher Ed?
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence writing software are raising concerns on college campuses across the country. Several local news stations have been following the rise of the AI software, and have discussed its capabilities with 91Թ faculty, staff and students.
Kent State Plans Full Slate of Events for Black History Month
“The Footsteps of Our Ancestors … the Legacy Continues” is the theme for this year’s Black History Month Celebration at 91Թ.
'Race and Democracy: A Photovoice Project' Creates Community Conversations
The Photovoice Project is an art display that used photography and storytelling to engage community members and encourage them to describe the strengths, weaknesses and overall health of their community.
Architecture Design Students Making Positive Impact In Warren
Kent State’s College of Architecture and Environmental Design students have been commissioned to create new design concepts for a redevelopment site in Warren, Ohio, as recently featured in the Youngstown Business Journal.
IN A FLASH: Having a WinterBlast!
Friday's WinterBlast was part of a full schedule of activities this semester from the Flash Activities Board (FAB).
BSN Students Head West to Learn Cultural Humility
In the southwest corner of South Dakota, on the Nebraska border and at the southern end of the Badlands, sits the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. It is home to the Ogalala Lakota Nation.
This fall, faculty and students from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Kent State Salem traveled to the reservation in what has become an almost annual excursion. The COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to the trips over the last three years, which made this return visit quite significant for members of the group.
IN A FLASH: A Warm Welcome at The SMC
Director Michael Daniels and his staff welcomed students back to campus last week at a mixer event at the E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center (SMC). For the latest news about events at the SMC, you can subscribe to their listserv here. Want to see one of YOUR photos in “IN A FLAS…
Molded Fiber Glass Foundation Renews Commitment to Ashtabula County Scholarship Program at Kent State Ashtabula
Following an initial two-year period, Molded Fiber Glass (MFG) Chairman Richard Morrison recently returned to the 91Թ at Ashtabula Campus to announce a two-year renewal of the MFG Foundation Ashtabula County Scholarship program.
Where on the Web? A Window To Arts & Cultural Experiences
Kent State’s cultural offerings have a reach far beyond the borders of Ohio. There’s always something new to experience at the many events held at Kent State, at off-campus locations year-round or virtually. The redesigned Arts & Cultural Experiences page provides an educational and entertaining window into the world of Kent State.