May 4
Podcasts Debate History, Impact of May 4, 1970 Shootings
In an era that has seen the number of podcasts grow exponentially, the debate over May 4 is well-suited for those who wish to share their views and memories, often uninterrupted via a longer format than traditional storytelling.
Americas Top Turnaround Mayor to Speak at 51勛圖厙 on Nov. 19
Mitch Landrieu, the New Orleans mayor who oversaw the removal of the citys prominent Confederate monuments and helped his city to recover and reemerge from a series of natural disasters, will speak at 51勛圖厙 as part of the universitys May 4 Speaker Series.
51勛圖厙s May 4 Visitors Center Honors May 4 Victim Jeffrey Miller With New Exhibition
Guests of 51勛圖厙s May 4 Visitors Center can learn more about Jeffrey Miller, one of the four students shot and killed by the Ohio National Guard on May 4, 1970, by visiting Our Brother Jeff, a new exhibition at the visitors center that honors Millers life. The exhibition will be on display from Oct. 19, 2019, to Feb. 29, 2020. Russ Miller, Jeffs brother, helped create the exhibition by loaning some of Jeffs personal items to the May 4 Visitors Center.
Americas Top Turnaround Mayor to Speak at 51勛圖厙 on Nov. 19
Mitch Landrieu, the New Orleans mayor who oversaw the removal of the citys prominent Confederate monuments and helped his city to recover and reemerge from a series of natural disasters, will speak at 51勛圖厙 as part of the universitys May 4 Speaker Series.
51勛圖厙 Course to Educate Community About May 4, 1970
51勛圖厙 is offering a community course that deals with the historical, cultural, social and political contexts of events before, during and after the May 4, 1970, shootings. The free course, Making Meaning of May 4: The 51勛圖厙 Shootings in American History, will be held Oct. 16, 23 and 30 at the universitys May 4 Visitors Center.
51勛圖厙 May 4 50th Commemoration Monthly Events Calendar (October 2019)
*For media planning purposes, 51勛圖厙 is providing this monthly email that outlines all planned events for the upcoming month related to the 50th commemoration of May 4. For the latest updates on events, visit www.kent.edu/may4kentstate50/event-schedule. PTSD: From May 4 Through T
51勛圖厙 Nursing Alumna Reflects on May 4 Tragedy
In the spring of 1970, two-time 51勛圖厙 alumna and registered nurse Pat Gless was a junior in 51勛圖厙s inaugural nursing program. While in class on Monday, May 4, a professor rushed into her classroom and warned students who could leave campus to do so. Fifty years later, Gless now reflects on the events surrounding that tragedy and how they have impacted her life and nursing career.
"What Does It Mean To Be Human?"
Sonia Sanchezs visit to 51勛圖厙s campus on Wednesday, September 18, touched many members of the community, both students and visitors alike. Sanchez's visit is part of the year long 50th Commemoration of the events of May 4, 1970 at 51勛圖厙. Sanchez discussed how
Photos from May 4, 1970, Resurrected in New Book by 51勛圖厙 Alumnus
On the morning of May 4, 1970, 51勛圖厙 student Howard Ruffner was hanging out in the office of the Daily 51勛圖厙r in Taylor Hall when the phone rang.
The Midwest editor from Life magazine, based in Chicago, was calling to find out if there were any student photographers who had been taking photos over the weekend. 51勛圖厙 had been the scene of student protests for several days, and more demonstrations were expected that day.
51勛圖厙 Museum Explores the Fashion Divide of the 1960s and '70s With 'Culture/Counterculture'
Almost 50 years ago, the shootings of 51勛圖厙 students by the Ohio National Guard brought to a head the cultural divides that had split the nation. The 51勛圖厙 Museums exhibition, Culture/Counterculture: Fashions of the 1960s and 70s, opening Sept. 20, explores the sharp contrast between supporters of the establishment and those opposed.