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Ashtabula Interim Dean Bill Ayres (left) receives a $50,000 check from MFG Chairman Richard Morrison

Molded Fiber Glass Foundation Renews Commitment to Ashtabula County Scholarship Program at Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Ashtabula

Following an initial two-year period, Molded Fiber Glass (MFG) Chairman Richard Morrison recently returned to the Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ at Ashtabula Campus to announce a two-year renewal of the MFG Foundation Ashtabula County Scholarship program.

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Jazz Orchestra performing in Ludwig Recital Hall (2017)

Where on the Web? A Window To Arts & Cultural Experiences

Kent State’s cultural offerings have a reach far beyond the borders of Ohio. There’s always something new to experience at the many events held at Kent State, at off-campus locations year-round ​or virtually. The redesigned Arts & Cultural Experiences page provides an educational and entertaining window into the world of Kent State.  

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Faculty Art Exhibit

Art Faculty Strut Their Stuff

The School of Art Collection and Galleries at Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ has opened a new exhibition, the Biennial Faculty Show.

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Ohio Employee Ownership Center Workshop

Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Ownership Center Helps Businesses Prepare for Successions

A Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ program is helping business owners retire by providing them succession plans to ease the transition in their companies.

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Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ at Geauga faculty and staff playing an integral role in developing an occupational health and safety training program for Geauga County businesses are: Lance Williams, director of operations and special projects at Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Geauga, Sanhita Gupta, Ph.D., associate professor of Biological Sciences, Erin Bailey, Ph.D., associate professor of Biological Sciences, and Angela Spalsbury, Ph.D., dean of the Geauga Campus.

KENT STATE GEAUGA PROVIDING OSHA SAFETY TRAINING TO SMALL BUSINESSES IN GEAUGA COUNTY And BEYOND

Thanks to a $75,000 grant from Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Susan Harwood Training Grants Program, Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ at Geauga is designing a pilot training program for workers from small businesses in underserved rural communities to help ensure safe and healthy workplaces. As part of the campus’ ongoing commitment to leadership in regional workforce development, the program will be implemented in Geauga County starting in the second quarter of 2023. 

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Actor Danny Trejo will speak om March 9, 2023, as part of Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Stark's Featured Speaker Series.

Actor Danny Trejo to Headline Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Stark Speakers Series on March 9

Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ at Stark’s Featured Speakers Series and the Stark Library’s Speaking of Books Author Series are partnering to present iconic Hollywood character actor Danny Trejo, who will speak at the Canton Palace Theatre on March 9.

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Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡student donating blood.

IN A FLASH: Flashes Donate to Save Lives

Every pint of donated blood can save three lives.

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Charlie Thomas, owner of Ray's Place in downtown Kent, poses outside of his iconic tavern.

Downtown Kent Landmark Celebrates 85 Years of Beer and Gertie’s Chili

Alumnus Charlie Thomas is still going strong as the owner of Ray's Place, which has become a downtown fixture for generations of Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡students. 

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Jaiden Morales in control room at Lorain High School

Recent Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Grad Puts Multimedia Degree to Work at His Alma Mater   

At Kent State’s fall commencement on Dec. 17, 2022, Jaiden Morales earned his bachelor's degree in digital media production, an accomplishment motivated by passion that was ignited at Lorain High School. The Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡program has prepared Morales to succeed his mentor, Joseph Bock, as the multimedia coordinator at the high school where his future began. 

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