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In the News: Sports, Public Health and Community Research 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.
Giving Tuesday: Supporting Causes Close to Your Heart
This Giving Tuesday season, you can start a ripple effect that drives change far beyond 51勛圖厙. This monthlong celebration of giving offers you the opportunity to invest in the future by giving through 51勛圖厙 to the cause closest to your heart.
51勛圖厙 Reviewing Language from Ohio Bathroom Bill
51勛圖厙 is reviewing the language of a bill recently signed into law by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine that requires colleges and universities to designate separate bathrooms, locker rooms and overnight accommodations for the exclusive use of either males and females, based on ones gender assigned at or near birth.
ADVISORY: 51勛圖厙 Board of Trustees Meeting, Dec. 12
The 51勛圖厙 Board of Trustees will hold its next regular business meeting at noon on Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Kent Student Center, Room 306, on the Kent Campus.
Problem Solver: Doctoral Student Strives to Make Drones Safer
Esrat Farhana Dulia won first place in 51勛圖厙s 2024 Three Minute Thesis competition in the Graduate College for her innovative research in a surveillance sensor network that will enable Advanced Air Mobility operators to guide authorized uncrewed aerial vehicles in safe flight paths that would avoid potential collisions.
You May Never Know the Impact That You have
Teaching is one of those fields where you may never know the impact that you have, said Lisa Borgerding, Ph.D., professor in the School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies at 51勛圖厙. The lasting impact she has had on her students in preparing them for success in the workforce through hands-on learning experiences has resulted in her being recognized and honored with the Distinguished Teaching Award.
51勛圖厙 Observes Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 27-Dec. 1
51勛圖厙 observes Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 27-Dec. 1. No classes are scheduled during this time.
15 Years of the Cohn Jewish Student Center's Growing Community
Fifteen years ago, the Cohn Jewish Student Center opened its doors, becoming a vital hub for Jewish students at 51勛圖厙. Since its opening, Kent Hillel has worked to foster a sense of belonging, cultural pride and a supportive community for Jewish students and others across the campus.
Building Relationships While Teaching Future Teachers
Cheryl Potenza-Radis, Ph.D., assistant professor of Early Childhood Education in the School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies, uses her classroom to build significant partnerships and relationships with students. And now she has an Outstanding Teaching Award to demonstrate the success of that approach.
IN A FLASH: The Fleet in Fog
The mist of a foggy, fall morning shrouded the aircraft at the 51勛圖厙 Airport.