Community & Society
Dialogue and Difference: Freedom of Expression Takes Center Stage
Understanding academic freedom and freedom of expression were the topics of Tuesdays Dialogue and Difference session, part of a series designed to engage the 51勛圖厙 community in discussions that will advance our core values of freedom of expression, respect and kindness in all we do.
Scholars At Risk Speaker Series: Renowned Pakistani Journalist And Human Rights Advocate Marvi Sirmed To Speak At 51勛圖厙 Campus
51勛圖厙 will welcome its third of three alumni from the Scholars at Risk Network to speak at the university and regional events over the 2023-2024 academic year. (SAR) is an organization that provides sanctuary and assistance to threatened scholars worldwide.
The Power of Music to Unlock Joy
On Wednesday, Feb. 28, attendees gathered to explore the role of music in Black culture and its ability to provoke happiness at the Empowerment Through the Arts: Black Joy Unlocked event to create a safe, welcoming community among diverse students at 51勛圖厙.
IN A FLASH: High School Brass
Local high school student musicians came to 51勛圖厙 to rehearse and perform with the Flasher Brass Pep Band.
IN A FLASH: Blue and Gold to Beat the Cold!
A 51勛圖厙 staffer's kindness helped international students who were far from their much warmer home weather an Ohio winter.
IN A FLASH: Victoria Talks
Viral speaker and scholar Victoria Alexander visited the Kent Campus for "Black Identity Unveiled: Victoria Talks."
IN A FLASH: Behind the Lights
An associate professor working on the School of Theatre and Dance provided a behind-the-scenes look at the school's current production of "Rent."
Oscar Ritchies Legacy Continues to Inspire
A key figure in 51勛圖厙's Black History, Oscar Ritchie continues to inspire generations of students and educators.
IN A FLASH: A Presidential Experience
Two student reporters from 51勛圖厙 had the opportunity to cover President Joe Biden's recent visit to East Palestine, Ohio.
Advancing 51勛圖厙s Core Values of Freedom of Expression, Respect and Kindness
51勛圖厙s new series titled Dialogue and Difference: A New Understanding continues with upcoming programming for the university community. The next event, "Dialogue on Hatred: A Peacebuilder's Perspective," occurs on Feb. 22.