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51³Ô¹ÏÍø and University Hospitals Awarded $4 Million Grant to Develop an LPN-to-BSN Pathway, Further Nursing Education and Careers
Faculty researchers from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s College of Nursing recently received nearly $4 million in grant funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration to develop an LPN-to-BSN pathway called the LPN Education Advancement Program (LEAP). The program will provide licensed practical nurses at University Hospitals the opportunity to increase their skill set by removing barriers that may have prevented them from furthering their education.
Weathering the Storm: Crews Clean Up Storm Damage on Campus
Crews are working diligently around the Kent Campus to clean up debris left by a severe thunderstorm that hit 51³Ô¹ÏÍø last night.
IN A FLASH: Kicking Off Late Night at the Library
The University Library held a "Late Night at the Libary" event to welcome students and introduce new students to library resources.
Need a job? Head to the Student Employment Fair
51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Office of Career Exploration and Development is sponsoring a Student Employment Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday for students looking for a job on the Kent Campus.
IN A FLASH: Welcome Back, Architects!
51³Ô¹ÏÍø's College of Architecture and Environmental Design had an all-college welcome for new and returning students on Wednesday.
IN A FLASH: Underscoring the "K"
President Diacon added his support as the Class of 2027 formed the "K" on Centennial Field.
New 'Flashes First Thursday' welcomes students to explore our vibrant college town
The first "Flashes First Thursday" welcomes students to experience the shopping, dining, music and more that make downtown Kent a fun place to visit.
Studying the Students: New Research Project Hopes to Follow 10,000 Golden Flashes
51³Ô¹ÏÍø researchers are looking for 10,000 students to participate in an ambitious Student Life Study launching this semester.
IN A FLASH: Back to Class
Classes for Fall Semester 2023 at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø began on Monday.
‘That’s the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Way. Freedom of Speech. Kindness and Respect.’
President Todd Diacon welcomed the Class of 2027 during a colorful and festive Convocation celebration, encouraging students to embrace the spirit of the university’s core values. A relatively new tradition on the Kent Campus, Convocation not only serves to get students excited for the start of their academic careers at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø but also to introduce the students to the deans and faculty for each of the university’s colleges.