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Earth Fest 2024

IN A FLASH: Earth Month Wrap Up

Â鶹¾«Ñ¡celebrated Earth Month with an exceptionally full schedule of events, not the least of which were the activities on campus surrounding the total solar eclipse!

Tags: Earth Day, Total Solar Eclipse, Environmental Science and Design Research Institute, Community Impact, Community & Society, Organizational Sustainability, Research & Science

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This historical map of Kent, Ohio is included in the Sanborn Map Collection in Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Libraries.

Heads Up History Buffs: Most of Kent State’s Sanborn Maps Are Now in the Public Domain

A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.

Tags: Research & Science, Community & Society, Organizational Sustainability

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Art items at the KSU Surplus Store

New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains

The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty. 

Tags: Organizational Sustainability, University Facilities Management, Community Impact, Community & Society, University News

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2025 100 Plates wellness discussion

100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Community

Reflecting on the words of prominent figures in history can present opportunities to discover new perspectives and have important discussions surrounding social issues. This is exactly what happened at the 100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Beloved Community event organized by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Events Committee. 

Tags: Community & Society, Diverse Kent State, Student Life

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Nursing White Coat Ceremony 2025

IN A FLASH: Caring Hands

The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clnical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care. 

Tags: Community Impact, Health care, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ College of Nursing, Community & Society

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Housing for the money banner

What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?

Every year, thousands of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Today has done some legwork for you.  

Tags: Community & Society, Student Life, Students First

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55th Anniversary Black History Month

Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at Kent State

On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976. 

Tags: University News, Community & Society, Black United Students, Student Life

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Black History Month 2025

It Started Here: Â鶹¾«Ñ¡to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month

Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.

Tags: Student Life, Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive, Community Impact

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Call for Photos - Sculpture

IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!

Anyone can submit a photo for Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to Â鶹¾«Ñ¡. 

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Grace Puin

Student Makes History Leading Parkinson's Speech Therapy

Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She’s so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson’s all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.

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