University News
MLK 2025 Celebration Will Focus on Mental Health Advocacy and Wellness
51勛圖厙s MLK event "The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." will be held on Jan. 30 in the Student Center Ballroom.
In the News: Aeronautics, Fashion, Brain Rot and Lifespan Development Showcased
In the News features 51勛圖厙s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.
Bridging Communities: 51勛圖厙 to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, 51勛圖厙 and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. 51勛圖厙 will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
Weve Just Become More Efficient and Effective
51勛圖厙 President Todd Diacon spoke Jan. 10 at a breakfast event hosted by the Greater Akron Chamber, where he highlighted the universitys ongoing commitment to accessibility, efficiency, student well-being and community partnership, reinforcing its role as a vital institution in the region.
Student Success My Greatest Joy
Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Ciesla, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.
IN A FLASH: Scenes from Fall Commencement
Members of the last cohort of 51勛圖厙's Class of 2024 walked the stage at Fall Commencement Ceremonies earlier this month.
51勛圖厙 President Todd Diacon, Trustee Ren Camacho Named to Crains Cleveland Business Power 150 List
51勛圖厙 President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohios most influential leaders in the 2024 Power 150 list published by Crains Cleveland Business.
51勛圖厙 Closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2
51勛圖厙 will be closed from Dec. 24, 2024, through Jan. 1, 2025. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2025.
Governor Names Gregory White and Abygail Deemer to 51勛圖厙 Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed two new trustees to the 51勛圖厙 Board of Trustees. DeWine named Gregory White, J.D., of Concord Township, Ohio, to a nine-year term as trustee and Abygail Deemer of Warren, Ohio, to a two-year term as an undergraduate student trustee.
A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash
Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to 51勛圖厙 for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program.