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The May 4 Memorial on the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Campus.

School of Peace and Conflict Studies Is Living Memorial to May 4

51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s School of Peace and Conflict Studies was created as a living memorial to the four students killed on May 4, 1970. 

As the university prepares to mark the 53rd anniversary of the shootings, the school’s director says honoring the legacy of May 4 is still key to the school’s identity and mission. 

Tags: May 4 50, Global Reach, Nationally Distinctive, Global Presence

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Randale L. Richmond, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø director of Athletics, said Black History Month serves as a source of inspiration for he and his family.

Richmond to Lead Athletics Through 2028

Randale L. Richmond will lead 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Athletics through July 1, 2028, as vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics, in accordance with a contract amendment announced by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø President Todd Diacon.

Tags: Sports, Nationally Distinctive, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Vocal Majority Exhibit

New Exhibit Offers Fresh Context for May 4

To better understand the events that transpired at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø on May 4, 1970, we must also understand the national tension and climate leading up to that day. A graduate student and two design students have demonstrated the context of May 4 in a stunning, creative visual exhibit.

Tags: May 4 50, Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive

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A photo of Michael Christoff standing in front of a river

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumnus Examines the Future of Architecture Industry

Alumnus Michael Christoff is bringing balance and perspective to the field of architecture. With over 17 years of practice under his belt, Christoff’s community-focused perspective has earned him coveted spots on Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 40 under 40 list, Inside Business Magazine’s Northeast Ohio 25 under 35 Movers & Shakers and the Cleveland Bridge Builders. But, he’s not done making a mark on Cleveland or the architecture industry as a whole.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Works, Architecture and Interior Design

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Visiting May through Augmented Reality

Using Augmented, Virtual Reality to Experience May 4

It may be hard to imagine what the Kent campus looked like 53 years ago. With the May 4 Augmented Reality Experience, students and community members can be transported into the past to experience historical flashbacks and engage with 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s previous generations.

Tags: May 4 50, Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive, Community Impact

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AIGA Beaux Arts Ball 2023

IN A FLASH: Having a Ball in the CAED

Earlier this month, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø architecture students attended a black-tie, costume ball.

Tags: College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Students Life, Nationally Distinctive

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Lawrence Fung, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University, spoke at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø on Friday, April 21.

Stanford University Professor Encourages Neurodiversity Advocacy Through Education and Research

Lawrence Fung, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University, spoke at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø on Friday, April 21, for the inaugural Neurodiversity Research Initiative Invited Lectureship, sponsored by the new Neurodiversity Research Initiative. 

Tags: Research & Science, Nationally Distinctive

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Administrators at Crawford Hall Beam Signing

IN A FLASH: Signs of Support - and Progress

University administrators, donors and other supports of the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship participated in a signing of the ceremonial final beam for Crawford Hall. 

Tags: University News, Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, Students First, Nationally Distinctive, Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Division of Finance and Administration

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