Community & Society
Artificial Intelligence in Translation and Interpretation
Geoff Koby, Ph.D., professor of Translation Studies and German, certified freelance translator and president of the American Translators Association (ATA), said artificial intelligence is inescapable in translation and interpretation now.
What Does Peace Look Like?
It may seem like a simple question: What does peace look like?
But the answers can be profoundly different depending on who is asked.
Experiencing These Things Firsthand Left A Mark On My Heart
An Alternative Spring Break journey to historic civil rights sites in Mississippi by 51勛圖厙 students and faculty touched hearts and inspired community engagement. The six-day/five-night trip in March 2025 was sponsored by 51勛圖厙s Office of Community Engaged Learning.
Professor Shares How to Understand and Overcome Burnout
Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., professor of psychology at 51勛圖厙, discussed what burnout is and gave a few tips on how to identify and deal with burnout on WBUR's Here and Now.
Students Love Kents Nightlife, Food and Events
From mornings at Tree City Coffee to late nights at Barflyy, 51勛圖厙s community has plenty of food and entertainment options thanks to the help of Main Street Kent, now a Nationally Accredited Main Street program for 2024.
51勛圖厙 Experts Float the Physical Impact of Extended Space Travel
On March 18, a watery landing by NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore ended an unexpected nine-month stay in space. Two 51勛圖厙 professors walk us through the out-of-this-world impact that an extended stay away from gravity can have on the human body.
Donate Unwanted Items During Move Out
During move-out, students sometimes trash clothes and boxes of food. Throw N Go, 51勛圖厙's annual move-out program, is currently underway to keep those useable items out of landfills and in the hands of people who need them.
Blue and Gold, Going Green for Earth Month
Every April, 51勛圖厙 celebrates Earth Month by having Earth-related events all month long. April 22, 2025, is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, with this years theme being Our Power, Our Planet.
Hot Spots for the Thrifty Student
Thrifting has become increasingly popular among college students thanks to its affordability, sustainability and trendy fashion options. As most college students budgets are tight, thrift stores can offer high-quality clothing and accessories at a fraction of the cost of new items. Luckily, 51勛圖厙 students has a plethora of thrift spots on and near campus.
IN A FLASH: Fun With Future Flashes
Future Flash Days welcome high school students and their families to explore 51勛圖厙 and learn more about their areas of interest. Colleges, schools and departments offer tours and demonstrations to give these prospective students a taste of life on campus and 51勛圖厙's many different programs of study.